USA EV Comparison: Subaru Solterra AWD vs Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC
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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 Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2023-…) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Subaru Solterra AWD | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | Germany, 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 | 6.1 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…).
| Property | Subaru Solterra AWD | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 227 mi | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 290 mi | 285 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 231 mi | 236 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 71.4 kWh | 69.7 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 66.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 27.7 kWh/100 mi | 28.2 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.61 mi/kWh | 3.55 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.6 | 6.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 112 kW, while the Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) maxes out at 100 kW.
The Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 9.6 kW, whereas the Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Subaru Solterra AWD | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 9.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 112 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5 | 5.4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Subaru Solterra AWD | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 160 kW | 215 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 215 hp | 288 hp |
| Motor Torque | 249 lb-ft | 384 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 6.5 s | 5.8 s |
| Top Speed | 99 mph | 99 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.7 | 4.5 |
Dimensions
The Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2023-…).
The Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Subaru Solterra AWD | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 184.6 in | 175.7 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 79.5 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 73.2 in | 72.2 in |
| Height | 65 in | 63.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 107.4 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.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
The Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1653 lb, whereas the Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Subaru Solterra AWD | Mercedes EQA 350 4MATIC |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 4354 lb | 4630 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 23.8 ft3 | 12 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 63.5 ft3 | 46.6 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1653 lb | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.9 | 6.4 |
