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Subaru Solterra vs VW ID.4 comparison

Compare performance (343 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (39,400 £ vs 34,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Subaru Solterra or VW ID.4?

Subaru Solterra vs VW ID.4: Key differences

Subaru Solterra

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • very slightly more power
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h

VW ID.4

4.4 (9 Reviews)
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  • slightly cheaper
  • marginally more efficient
  • only slightly more electric range
  • marginally lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space

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

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

Solterra

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

VW ID.4 is slightly cheaper – starting at 34,600 £ , while the Subaru Solterra costs 39,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,848 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.4 is marginally more efficient: consuming 15.6 kWh/100km compared to 16 kWh/100km for the Subaru Solterra. That’s a difference of about 0.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.4 offers only slightly more range – reaching up to 569 km, about 37 km more than the Subaru Solterra.

ID.4

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 Subaru Solterra offers very slightly more power – delivering 343 HP compared to 340 HP. That’s roughly 3 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru Solterra is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.1 s, while the VW ID.4 takes 5.4 s. That’s about 0.3 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW ID.4 is a bit faster – 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: the VW ID.4 delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 437 Nm. That’s about 242 Nm more.

Solterra

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, VW ID.4 is marginally lighter – 1,975 kg compared to 2,013 kg. The difference is around 38 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.4 offers somewhat more boot space – 543 L compared to 452 L. That’s a difference of about 91 L.

When it comes to payload, the VW ID.4 carries only slightly more – 551 kg compared to 537 kg. That’s a difference of about 14 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.4 is clearly superior overall 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 £34,600
ID.4

VW ID.4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 170 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.6 - 17 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 356 - 569 km
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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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Reviews Subaru Solterra

4.9 (1 Reviews)
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Linus
22 Mar 2026, 10:12:13

Fantastic car with permanent all‑wheel drive, a lovely driving feel, better range than WLTP suggests, and a really great speaker system.

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VW ID.4

The VW ID.4 is a calm, roomy electric SUV that turns everyday driving into a quietly confident experience, its practical packaging and smooth manners tailored perfectly for family life. Volkswagen's solid build and intuitive interior tech mean you get electric practicality without the sci‑fi theatrics, making the ID.4 a sensible, surprisingly likable choice for most buyers.

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Jan Hansen
10 Apr 2026, 21:40:06

It's a technologically advanced car, but somewhere along the way VW forgot the pleasant cabin and the comfortable ride. It IS a VW — and that redeems it.

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Achim
7 Apr 2026, 15:55:42

The ID.4 is a bit pricey, but very pleasant to drive. Its winter range could be better — then again, that's a problem all EVs are facing right now.

Tore
1 Mar 2026, 23:15:24

An ID.4 with 340 hp is not comparable to the Aiways U5! The U5 only has 204 hp! The ID.4’s boot is too small, rear legroom is too tight, no frunk, and it’s a bit confusing…

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13 Dec 2025, 11:57:52

I have an ID.4 GTX and it drives like a dream — loads of extra power, sits well on the road, high seating position, quiet. I can see other cars have bigger screens, but mine works fine.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
39,400 - 46,200 £
Price
34,600 - 47,200 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16 - 17.9 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 - 17 kWh/100km
Electric Range
416 - 532 km
Electric Range
356 - 569 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
52 - 77 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,013 - 2,100 kg
Curb weight
1,975 - 2,248 kg
Trunk capacity
441 - 452 L
Trunk capacity
543 L
Length
4,690 mm
Length
4,582 - 4,584 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Height
1,650 mm
Height
1,619 - 1,634 mm
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
1,575 L
Payload
485 - 537 kg
Payload
515 - 551 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
218 - 343 HP
Power HP
170 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.1 - 6.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 9 s
Max Speed
160 km/h
Max Speed
160 - 180 km/h
Torque
336 - 437 Nm
Torque
310 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
160 - 252 kW
Power kW
125 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2,022 - 2,026
Model Year
2,023 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Subaru
Brand
VW
What drivetrain options does the Subaru Solterra have?

The Subaru Solterra is offered with All-Wheel Drive.

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