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Subaru Solterra vs McLaren Supercar Series Roadster comparison

Compare performance (343 HP vs 700 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 234,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Solterra or McLaren Supercar Series Roadster?

Subaru Solterra vs McLaren Supercar Series Roadster: Key differences

Subaru Solterra

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  • substantially cheaper
  • substantially more electric range
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McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

  • considerably more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • visibly lighter
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Solterra

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Subaru Solterra is substantially cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster costs 234,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 194,580 £.

As for electric range, the Subaru Solterra offers substantially more range – reaching up to 511 km, about 478 km more than the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster.

Supercar Series Roadster

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster offers considerably more power – delivering 700 HP compared to 343 HP. That’s roughly 357 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3 s, while the Subaru Solterra takes 5.1 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the McLaren Supercar Series Roadster delivers clearly more torque with 720 Nm compared to 437 Nm. That’s about 283 Nm more.

Solterra

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Subaru Solterra offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is visibly lighter – 1,560 kg compared to 2,117 kg. The difference is around 557 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru Solterra is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £39,400
Solterra

Subaru Solterra

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 343 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 471 - 511 km
Subaru Solterra
McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

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Subaru Solterra

The Subaru Solterra translates Subaru's rugged, go-anywhere character into an electric package, offering sure-footed handling and a thoughtfully practical cabin that feels ready for weekend escapes. It isn't trying to outshine flashier rivals — instead it stakes its claim on reliability and friendly simplicity, making it a sensible, slightly cheeky choice for buyers who want an EV that behaves like a Subaru.

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McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

The McLaren Supercar Series Roadster is an open-top masterpiece that turns every drive into a headline, pairing theatrical design with razor-sharp handling so you’ll arrive with a grin and more attention than you bargained for. It feels as much like a race-bred tool as a luxury toy — uncompromising, impeccably made, and utterly addictive for anyone who treats a road as more than just a route.

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Subaru Solterra
McLaren Supercar Series Roadster

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,400 - 45,400 £
Price
234,000 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
471 - 511 km
Electric Range
33 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
108 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Roadster
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
2,117 - 2,154 kg
Curb weight
1,560 kg
Trunk capacity
452 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,913 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
431 - 468 kg
Payload
-

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
343 HP
Power HP
700 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
-
Torque
437 Nm
Torque
720 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
6
Power kW
252 kW
Power kW
515 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,993 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Subaru
Brand
McLaren
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