Subaru Solterra vs Tesla Model Y

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Tesla Model Y has the higher published DC charging figure at 250 kW, which is roughly 67% higher than the Subaru Solterra at 150 kW. In practice, that figure only tells part of the story. The charging curve, battery temperature, and state of charge all affect how quickly your car actually charges.

For the published fast-charge window, the Tesla Model Y is listed at about 27 minutes, which is 3 minutes quicker than the Subaru Solterra at 30 minutes. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The Tesla Model Y has a WLTP rated range of approximately 586 km, which is roughly 171 km more than the Subaru Solterra at approximately 415 km. WLTP is a standardized lab test. Expect your actual range to be lower, varying with speed, weather, terrain, and driving style.

Efficiency matters more than battery size for daily driving costs. The Tesla Model Y consumes 148 Wh/km, compared to 200 Wh/km for the Subaru Solterra. That means the Tesla Model Y uses less energy per kilometer, which translates to lower charging costs and fewer charging stops on longer drives.

A more efficient car does not always mean more range. Battery size plays a role too. The Tesla Model Y has approximately 75 kWh of useable battery , while the Subaru Solterra has approximately 69 kWh.

Which One Should You Choose?

If fast charging is your priority, the Tesla Model Y has the higher published DC figure (up to 250 kW) and the shorter published charge time at approximately 27 minutes. For long road trips, published stop time matters more than the headline kW number alone.

For AC charging (home wallboxes, workplace chargers, and public street chargers), the Tesla Model Y supports up to 11 kW, compared to up to 6.6 kW for the Subaru Solterra. In Europe, many public chargers are 22 kW AC, so this difference can matter at those locations if the higher AC figure is fitted on the car you buy.

If you mostly charge at home or at work and care more about daily driving costs, the Tesla Model Y is the more efficient choice at 148 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the Tesla Model Y has a WLTP rated range of approximately 586 km, which is roughly 171 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.