Subaru Solterra vs Hyundai ELEXIO

The Subaru Solterra starts from $61,990 before on-road costs, while the Hyundai ELEXIO opens at $61,990. Both land at the same RRP, so on-road costs and dealer deals become the real differentiator.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $68,189 and $68,189 respectively.

Both models currently qualify for the electric-vehicle Fringe Benefits Tax exemption (battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold; battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold), a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases.

Both the Subaru Solterra and Hyundai ELEXIO hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the Subaru Solterra and 88% for the Hyundai ELEXIO.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 6 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Subaru Solterra, against 5 on the Hyundai ELEXIO.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 8 in the Subaru Solterra and 9 in the Hyundai ELEXIO.

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How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Subaru Solterra features a 14-inch touchscreen paired with a 7-inch digital dash, while the Hyundai ELEXIO gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Subaru Solterra stands out with Apple CarPlay — features our data doesn't list for the Hyundai ELEXIO. The Hyundai ELEXIO counters with wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and head-up display. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Subaru Solterra gets synthetic leather upholstery while the Hyundai ELEXIO offers leather.

The Subaru Solterra uses a Electric Motor producing 252kW and 437Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a AWD layout.

The Hyundai ELEXIO responds with a Electric Motor making 160kW and 310Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels.

The Subaru Solterra has the clear power advantage at 252kW vs 160kW. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 74.7kWh (Subaru Solterra) vs 88.1kWh (Hyundai ELEXIO), giving WLTP ranges of 517km and 546km. DC fast charging peaks at 150kW (Subaru Solterra) vs 150kW (Hyundai ELEXIO).

The Subaru Solterra measures 4,690mm long on a 2,850mm wheelbase, 75mm longer than the Hyundai ELEXIO at 4,615mm (2,750mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Subaru Solterra generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 421L in the Subaru Solterra and 506L in the Hyundai ELEXIO, giving the Hyundai ELEXIO a 85L advantage.

For towing, the Subaru Solterra leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,250kg. That 250kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 5 years / 999,999km (Subaru Solterra) vs 5 years / 999,999km (Hyundai ELEXIO). Both match on warranty length.