Global EV Comparison: Subaru Solterra AWD vs Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh AWD
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) has a starting price of €49990, compared to the Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh AWD (2025-…), which starts at €36995.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Subaru Solterra AWD | Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2022-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Japan | India |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €49990 | €36995 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €34990 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 6 | 5.8 |
Range and Efficiency
The Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh AWD (2025-…).
| Property | Subaru Solterra AWD | Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 365 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 466 km | 395 km |
| Range (GCC) | 372 km | 336 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 71.4 kWh | 61.1 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 59.8 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.2 kWh/100 km | 17.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.81 km/kWh | 5.62 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.7 | 6 |
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 Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh AWD (2025-…) maxes out at 70 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Subaru Solterra AWD | Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 70 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5 | 5.6 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
The Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Subaru Solterra AWD | Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 160 kW | 135 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 215 hp | 181 hp |
| Motor Torque | 337 Nm | 300 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.9 s | 7.4 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.7 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
The Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh AWD (2025-…).
The Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Subaru Solterra AWD | Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4690 mm | 4275 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2065 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1860 mm | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1650 mm | 1635 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2850 mm | 2700 mm |
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 750 kg, whereas the Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh AWD (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Subaru Solterra AWD | Suzuki e Vitara 61 kWh AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2010 kg | 1935 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 452 l | 238 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 784 l | 562 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.9 | 5.8 |
