Subaru Solterra AWD Charging Guide: Time, Speed, Power
Price: $69,990
Available since 2024
The Subaru Solterra AWD is Subaru’s first all-electric SUV, bringing its reputation for safety and all-wheel drive capabilities to a sustainable vehicle. It offers rugged styling, advanced safety features, and a commitment to eco-friendliness.
Key EV Specs
71.4kWh
Battery Size (capacity)
420 km
Range (WLTP)
152 Wh/km
Efficiency
6.9 s
Acceleration (0-100 km/hr)
11 kW AC
Charge Power (max)
Subaru Solterra AWD Charging Overview and Charging Specs
The Subaru Solterra AWD is equipped with a 71.4 kWh battery and supports both AC and DC charging. With the right setup, you can charge conveniently at home or use public charging stations for faster top-ups. This guide covers charging times, costs, plug types, and tips to maximise efficiency. The Solterra AWD uses a Type 2 plug for AC charging and a CCS connector for DC fast charging, both standard in Australia.
| Battery size (capacity) | 71.4 kWh |
| Battery Size (useable) | 64 kWh |
| Battery Chemistry | - |
| Charge Port Type | Type 2 |
| Charge Port Location | Left Side - Front |
| Charge Power (max) | 11 kW |
| Charge Speed | 28 km/h |
| Charge Time (0-100%) | 390 minutes |
Subaru Solterra AWD Charging Times and Speeds
The Subaru Solterra AWD has a charging limit of 11 kW AC. This means that a three-phase 22kW AC charger will only supply power at 11 kW AC. If you are using a 7.2 kW AC charger, power will be limited to 7.2 kW AC. The table below provides charging times across different charger types.
Use our EV charging calculator if you want to customise your charge level and speed.
Charging Station Comparison
| Charger Type | Power Output | 0–100% Time | 10–80% Time | Speed |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Home AC (7kW) | 7 kW | 9.1 hr | - | 40 km/h |
| Public AC (22kW) | 11 kW | 5.8 hr | - | 63 km/h |
| DC Fast (50kW) | 50 kW | - | 54 min | 284 km/h |
| DC Fast (150kW) | 102 kW | - | 26 min | 580 km/h |
| Ultra-Fast DC (350kW) | 102 kW | - | 26 min | 580 km/h |
Subaru Solterra AWD Charging Costs & Energy Use
The cost of charging a Subaru Solterra AWD will depend on where it is being charged. The costs of charging from home versus charging as a fast public charging station vary significantly.
The cost of fully charging a Subaru Solterra AWD on a typical home flat energy tariff of $0.35/kWh is $22.40.
The cost of fully charging the Subaru Solterra AWD at a fast public station, where rates as high as $0.7/kWh will be $44.80.
Use our EV charging calculator to get a personalised estimate of the charging costs for a Subaru Solterra AWD
CCS CompatibleSubaru Solterra AWD Fast Charging & Tesla Supercharger Compatibility
The Subaru Solterra AWD can charge from 10–80% in approximately 30 minutes on a high-power DC charger.
While most Tesla Superchargers in Australia now support non-Tesla EVs such as the Subaru Solterra AWD via the CCS2 standard, always check the Tesla app for station compatibility.
Charging Specifications:
Usable Battery Capacity:
64 kWh
Fast Charge Power (max):
Not available
Fast Charge Power (avg):
Not available
Max Fast Charging Speed:
480 km/h
Charge Port:
Type 2
Port Location:
Left Side (Front)
Subaru Solterra AWD Recommended Charge Level
For optimal battery longevity, it's recommended to charge theSubaru Solterra AWD to 80% for daily use and only charge to 100% when needed for longer trips.
Use our EV charging calculator to plan your charging sessions and estimate costs based on your local electricity rates.
Subaru Solterra AWD Bidirectional Charging (V2G/V2H/V2L)
The Subaru Solterra AWD does not currently support bidirectional charging features such as Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G), Vehicle-to-Home (V2H), or Vehicle-to-Load (V2L).
| Feature | Supported | Max Power Output |
|---|---|---|
| Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) | No | - |
| Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) | No | - |
| Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) | No | - |