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Subaru Solterra 1

Weaknesses, engine ratings and buying advice

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Engine Overview

The Subaru Solterra 1 is available with one engine variant at 218 hp.

71.4 kWh Dual Motor · Electric· 218 PS
2022 2025

Subaru-exklusives E-Antriebssystem auf Basis der Toyota e-TNGA-Plattform. Dual-Motor-Setup mit je 80 kW front und rear ergibt 160 kW Systemleistung. Lineartronic-freie Direktübertragung, sofortiges Drehmoment. Erste Generation mit bekannten Ladeproblemen: DC-Schnellladen wird bereits bei 60–80 kW gedeckelt statt der beworbenen 100 kW. 8-Jahres-/160.000-km-Akkugarantie mit 70 % Kapazitätserhalt.

  • !! DC fast charging speed severely throttled

    Advertised charging rate is 100 kW, but actual peak charge rate typically only reaches 60–80 kW. With a cold battery or low ambient temperatures, speeds can fall to 20–30 kW. Long charging stops make long-distance trips impractical. Subaru has not issued a definitive fix.

    Symptoms: Charge session starts slowly and never ramps up to expected speed, flat charging curve, full charge takes well over 1 hour
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Vehicle Weaknesses

WeaknessCost
✖Recall: Wheel hub bolts loosen — wheel can detach

Two separate recalls (22V-444, 2023) for 2022–2023 Solterra: hub bolts were not properly torqued at the factory — the wheel can separate from the vehicle at speed. Subaru halted sales for months. Dealers retorque free of charge.

Symptoms: Unusual vibration or knocking at a wheel, steering pulling hard to one side, visibly loose wheel
from 5,000 km
 Low

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Known Problems and Issues +

A total of 7 weaknesses have been documented for the Subaru Solterra 1 (2022–2025) — 1 engine-related and 6 vehicle-related. Typical issues affect Other, Electronics, HVAC.

Solterra (SUBARU-EV-AWD, 2022–2025) — Be Careful: DC fast charging speed severely throttled. Power: 218 PS.

What to watch out for with the Subaru Solterra? See the detailed listing of all engine and vehicle weaknesses in the sections above.

Frequently Asked Questions

What problems and weaknesses does the Subaru Solterra 1 have? +
The Subaru Solterra 1 has 1 known engine weaknesses and 6 vehicle weaknesses.
What should I look for when buying a used Subaru Solterra 1? +
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Which engine is recommended? +
Be careful: SUBARU-EV-AWD (71.4 kWh Dual Motor). No engine is rated 'Good Choice'. The most fun to drive is the SUBARU-EV-AWD (71.4 kWh Dual Motor).
Which Subaru Solterra 1 engine is the most fun? +
The {code} ({displacement}) offers the most driving fun in the Subaru Solterra 1 — rated: "Decent". {description} Instant torque, symmetrical AWD, solid platform — but the charging strategy and software lag behind the competition. Works well for short daily commutes with home charging; struggles on long road trips.
Is the Subaru Solterra 1 worth buying used? +
The Subaru Solterra 1 requires careful consideration — choosing the right engine variant is crucial.
What horsepower variants are available for the Subaru Solterra 1? +
The Subaru Solterra 1 is available with engine variants from 218 to 218 hp.

Last updated: February 2026 · All information without guarantee