2024 SUBARU SOLTERRA TOURING: START UP, TEST DRIVE & IN DEPTH REVIEW

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The 2024 Subaru Solterra Touring receives a comprehensive update, focusing on enhanced charging performance, improved interior features, and refined driving dynamics. The reviewer highlights the Solterra's standard all-wheel-drive capability, best-in-class ground clearance, and the new dual spoiler design. Key upgrades for 2024 include a redesigned steering wheel with regenerative braking controls, faster DC fast charging (10-80% in 35 minutes), and standard roof rails. The Touring trim, as tested, starts at $53,340 and includes premium features like a panoramic glass roof, digital rearview mirror, and ventilated front seats. While praised for its quiet and smooth electric powertrain, offering 215 horsepower and 249 lb-ft of torque, the reviewer notes that range is slightly compromised compared to some competitors due to larger wheels, with real-world testing yielding 185-200 miles. Interior build quality is described as decent, though some materials could be improved. The infotainment system is updated with a larger 12.3-inch touchscreen, and Subaru's suite of driver-assist technologies, EyeSight, is standard. The reviewer concludes that the Solterra is a capable and practical electric SUV, particularly for those who value Subaru's off-road heritage and all-weather capability, despite its competitive positioning in a crowded EV market.