It is a well known and generally well regarded automaker with many . That said, Subaru is by no means perfect, and the Japanese automaker has already made some disappointing cars. The most disappointing 2023 Subaru model is one of the company’s latest offerings.
Here’s how Subaru’s lineup ranked against each other
wrote that the best Subaru vehicle in the 2023 model year is the BRZ. It has an overall score of 8.7 out of 10, making it the second best car in its segment. Then there’s the Forester, which has an 8.2 out of 10 overall rating. The Outback follows closely with its 8.1 out of 10 overall rating. Then there’s the Legacy and its 7 overall rating. .8 out of 10.
and the Crosstrek Hybrid, the two versions of the Crosstrek were tied in both having an aggregate score of 7.7 out of 10. Then there’s the Impreza, which has an aggregate score of 7.5 out of 10. The latter Subaru’s worst car right now is the WRX, which has an overall score of 7.4 out of 10.
The absolute worst Subie, however, is the Solterra. This brand new Subaru EV only has an overall score of 6.9 out of 10. That low score is disappointing and makes it one of the worst electric SUVs on the market. The only electric SUV with a worse rating is the Toyota bZ4X, which shouldn’t be surprising given that the bZ4X is that of the Solterra.
Why is the 2023 Subaru Solterra such a disappointing car
The Solterra starts at around $45,000, and that’s about average for an electric SUV. The reason this Subaru EV scores so low has largely to do with the fact that it’s not very practical. The Japanese automaker is only offering one powertrain option for the Solterra right now. It has two electric motors that work together to get 215hp and 249Nm of torque.
Because it has two electric motors, the Subie also comes with all-wheel drive as standard. The powertrain isn’t weak, but it’s paired as standard with a 72.8 kWh battery pack. That battery pack alone allows the electric SUV to get 220 miles of range. That is, and most electric vehicles on the market have a longer range.
Subaru also doesn’t offer a long-range option, so 220 miles is the most drivers will get. Besides the Solterra’s awful range, its interior isn’t great. It has a clean and simple design, but doesn’t come with enough features to justify its $45,000 price tag.
The 2023 Subaru Solterra has some bright spots
That said, US News did give the electric Subie a few kudos. While its interior is “bland”, it is very comfortable. Seats are roomy and supportive, and the electric SUV has good ride quality. However, the best thing about Solterra is .
Subaru is known for making cars that can do well off-road, and that seems to be what the Japanese automaker wanted Solterra to excel at. Since it’s an electric vehicle, its electric motors can generate torque instantly, which is useful when off-roading. roading. Its standard all-wheel drive is also a useful off-road feature. Additionally, the Solterra has 8.3 inches of ground clearance, which helps it do well off-road.
