USA EV Comparison: Subaru Solterra AWD vs MG Marvel R Base
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) has a starting price of $44995, while the MG Marvel R (2021-…) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Subaru Solterra AWD | MG Marvel R Base |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price USA (New) | $44995 | - Price USA (New) |
| Price USA (Used) | $18998 | - Price USA (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6 | 5.9 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the MG Marvel R (2021-…) has a larger battery, the Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Subaru Solterra AWD | MG Marvel R Base |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 227 mi | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 290 mi | 250 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 231 mi | 213 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 71.4 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 70 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 27.7 kWh/100 mi | 32.9 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.61 mi/kWh | 3.04 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.7 | 5.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the MG Marvel R (2021-…) maxes out at 94 kW.
The MG Marvel R (2021-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Subaru Solterra AWD | MG Marvel R Base |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 94 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5 | 5.9 |
Performance
The MG Marvel R (2021-…) is rear-wheel drive, while the Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Subaru Solterra AWD | MG Marvel R Base |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 160 kW | 132 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 215 hp | 177 hp |
| Motor Torque | 249 lb-ft | 302 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 6.5 s | 7.7 s |
| Top Speed | 99 mph | 124 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.7 | 4.1 |
Dimensions
The MG Marvel R (2021-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Subaru Solterra AWD | MG Marvel R Base |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 184.6 in | 184 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 82.6 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 73.2 in | 75.6 in |
| Height | 65 in | 63.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 110.4 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the MG Marvel R (2021-…), but the Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) doesn’t have one.
When it comes to towing, both cars offer identical towing capacity (up to 1653 lb).
| Property | Subaru Solterra AWD | MG Marvel R Base |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4354 lb | 4155 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 23.8 ft3 | 12.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 63.5 ft3 | 49.3 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 5.3 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | 1653 lb | 1653 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.9 | 6.9 |
