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Subaru Solterra vs Volvo S90 comparison

Compare performance (343 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 62,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Solterra or Volvo S90?

Subaru Solterra vs Volvo S90: Key differences

Subaru Solterra

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  • substantially cheaper
  • significantly more electric range
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Volvo S90

  • noticeably more power
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • slightly lighter
  • only slightly more trunk space
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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:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Subaru Solterra is substantially cheaper – starting at 39,400 £ , while the Volvo S90 costs 62,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 22,808 £.

As for electric range, the Subaru Solterra offers significantly more range – reaching up to 511 km, about 422 km more than the Volvo S90.

S90

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.

When it comes to engine power, the Volvo S90 offers noticeably more power – delivering 455 HP compared to 343 HP. That’s roughly 112 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo S90 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Subaru Solterra takes 5.1 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo S90 delivers clearly more torque with 709 Nm compared to 437 Nm. That’s about 272 Nm more.

Solterra

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Volvo S90 is slightly lighter – 1,912 kg compared to 2,117 kg. The difference is around 205 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo S90 offers only slightly more boot space – 453 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 1 L.

When it comes to payload, the Volvo S90 carries very slightly more – 518 kg compared to 468 kg. That’s a difference of about 50 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Subaru Solterra holds a decisive overall lead 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.

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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
Volvo S90

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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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Volvo S90

The Volvo S90 is a composed, elegant luxury sedan that dresses Scandinavian restraint in a quietly imposing package. It prioritises serene highway manners and a calm, tech‑savvy cabin, making it a car that suggests you deserve the nicer things in life without ever raising its voice.

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Subaru Solterra
Volvo S90

Costs and Consumption

Price
39,400 - 45,400 £
Price
62,200 - 70,500 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.8 - 5.7 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.6 - 15.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
471 - 511 km
Electric Range
89 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
14.7 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
17 - 149 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
60 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
2,117 - 2,154 kg
Curb weight
1,912 - 2,119 kg
Trunk capacity
452 L
Trunk capacity
431 - 453 L
Length
-
Length
4,969 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,879 mm
Height
-
Height
1,440 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
431 - 468 kg
Payload
451 - 518 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
343 HP
Power HP
235 - 455 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
437 Nm
Torque
480 - 709 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
252 kW
Power kW
173 - 335 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,969 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,022 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
Brand
Subaru
Brand
Volvo
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