Compare performance (218 HP vs 455 HP), boot space and price (42800 £ vs 49200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Solterra or Volvo XC60?
Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.
Subaru Solterra has a slightly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 42800 £ , while the Volvo XC60 costs 49200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6343 £.
As for electric range, the Subaru Solterra performs convincingly better – achieving up to 466 km, about 384 km more than the Volvo XC60.
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 XC60 has a clearly edge – offering 455 HP compared to 218 HP. That’s roughly 237 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo XC60 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.90 s, while the Subaru Solterra takes 6.90 s. That’s about 2 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Volvo XC60 performs slightly better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Subaru Solterra tops out at 160 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo XC60 pulls convincingly stronger with 709 Nm compared to 336 Nm. That’s about 373 Nm difference.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, Volvo XC60 is minimal lighter – 1900 kg compared to 2013 kg. The difference is around 113 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Volvo XC60 offers slight more room – 483 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 31 L.
When it comes to payload, Volvo XC60 hardly perceptible takes the win – 550 kg compared to 537 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.
The Volvo XC60 is slightly 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.
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.
detailsThe Volvo XC60 blends Scandinavian calm with confident presence, offering a cabin that feels plush without shouting for attention. It’s a smart pick for buyers after a composed ride, clever practicality and thoughtful safety touches — it even makes running the family shuttle feel almost serene, which is a small miracle.
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Price
42800 - 46200 £
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Price
49200 - 75100 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
2.8 - 7.5 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
16 - 17.9 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
416 - 466 km
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Electric Range
74 - 82 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
14.70 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
64 - 169 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
71 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
2013 - 2057 kg
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Curb weight
1900 - 2150 kg
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Trunk capacity
441 - 452 L
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Trunk capacity
468 - 483 L
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Length
4690 mm
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Length
4708 mm
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Width
1860 mm
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Width
1902 mm
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Height
1650 mm
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Height
1651 - 1655 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1528 - 1543 L
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Payload
493 - 537 kg
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Payload
510 - 550 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
218 HP
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Power HP
250 - 455 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.90 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.9 - 6.9 s
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Max Speed
160 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
336 Nm
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Torque
350 - 709 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
160 kW
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Power kW
184 - 335 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1969 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2022
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, B
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Brand
Subaru
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Brand
Volvo
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The Subaru Solterra is offered with All-Wheel Drive.