Subaru Solterra 2023 News

What a month! The war in the Middle East has created serious panic for commuters stung by soaring fuel prices.A way out of that spiral is getting into an electric vehicle (EV), and there are still several models available at heavily-discounted prices to make the transition from internal combustion engines easier.Here are a handful of electric bargains we found online at a minimum of 30 per cent off retail, with odometers capped at 10,000km for that fresh-car feel. Many had barely breached 2500km.To be sure, there must have been at least three examples at the lower prices advertised to make this list at the time of publishing. Most are dealer demonstrators, and all will bring savings if you depend on your vehicle on a daily basis, since the bulk of their early depreciation has already occurred.Kia Niro EVThe second-gen Niro launched in 2022 from an eye-watering $65K, putting punters off from what was a pleasant, competent and likeable mid-sized crossover EV. Sales stalled, and Kia discontinued it. But there are still a handful of MY23 demos at under $40K. That’s over 40 per cent off retail!New price: $65,300 before ORCSeen for: $36,000 drive-away (MY23, demo)Hyundai InsterCharming, chuckable and ideal for urban commutes, the Inster can be had for over 33 per cent off retail if you’re willing to snap up one of the demos doted around the country.New price: $43,500 drive-awaySeen for: $28,990 drive-away (MY25, demo)Renault Kangoo E-TechAbout a half-dozen demo examples of Renault’s terrific little Kangoo E-Tech from 2023 are still available for under $40K, representing another 40 per cent saving. The little French van is also indecently fun. What a bargain!New price: $66,500 before ORCSeen for: $38,000 drive-away (MY23, demo)Hyundai Kona ElectricSpacious, agile and refined, the electric version of the Kona small SUV punches above its weight, as reflected by its current mid-fifties price point. Which means that a 30 per cent saving with just 3000km on the odo make this a no-brainer buy.New price: $54,000 before ORCSeen for: $38,000 (MY24 demo)Audi Q4 45 e-tronOne of our favourite premium EV SUVs, the Q4 e-tron combines high couture with sophisticated engineering, for an on-brand luxury experience that will have you seeking the long way home.New price: $93,000 drive-awaySeen for: $66,000 drive-away (MY25, demo)Ford Mustang Mach-E SelectThe Mustang Mach-E is an enigma. Disregard the baggage associated with the pony-car image and instead revel in a sporty, dynamic and surprisingly practical family car with ample range. Yes, it’s the pre-facelift model, but the savings are worth it.New price: $73,400 drive-awaySeen for: $50,000 drive-away (MY23, demo)Jeep AvengerArguably the most athletic Jeep in history, the Avenger is a sweet-driving, decently packaged and well-presented city-sized SUV with relatively minor off-road capabilities. Built in Poland, it’s related to the Peugeot 2008 EV.New price: $53,990 before ORCSeen for: $37,000 drive-away (MY24, demo)Subaru Solterra TouringSubaru’s version of the Toyota bZ4X has really struggled to secure buyers, with the up-spec Touring launching at nearly $84K before quickly being reduced to $77K. Though facelifted and improved, there are loaded demos advertised in the low-fifties drive-away, offering a lot of EV for the money.New price: $76,990 before ORCSeen for: $53,000 drive-away (MY24, demo)Fiat 500eItalians know how to make a chic urban runabout and Fiat’s stylish 500e is no exception. Rapid yet refined, its small battery is quick to charge, still provides over 311km of WLTP range and the handling is a lot of fun.New price: $52,500 before ORCSeen for: $36,000 drive-away (MY23, demo)

Subaru's Solterra finally gets a price-tag, but does the all-wheel drive only mid-size electric SUV have what it needs to take-on its well-established rivals.

Subaru Australia has promised its incoming Solterra electric SUV will be a "real Subaru", complete with AWD, off-road capability and a go-anywhere attitude, with the brand suggesting its rugged attributes will set it apart from the electric vehicle pack.

It seems that, whether you’re a new car buyer or a carmaker, this decade’s must-have accessory is an electric vehicle (EV). Brands like BYD, MG, Kia, Hyundai and – of course – Tesla are setting the pace in 2023… which begs the question: where are the other mainstream players and why are they lagging so far behind?

Subaru is preparing to launch a new-generation hybrid system as it accelerates into an electric future. Speaking to CarsGuide.com.au, Blair Read, Subaru Australia's managing director, said the arrival of the all-electric Solterra would usher in a new era for the brand as it would be followed by a "development" of the hybrid powertrain.

Things are going well at Subaru, clearly, as upon the announcement by its incoming CEO that the company has tripled profits in the Japanese Fiscal year ending March 31 it was also announced that the brand has three new electric cars imminent.

Overseas, the Subaru Solterra and Toyota’s sibling to it, the bZ4X, are on sale and in the hands of buyers - so what about us?

Subaru is about to get serious on its EV rollout, with the brand to launch "several" new all-electric vehicles by 2025.

There is no denying Australia has been slow in getting onto the electric car hype train, but I'm betting that is all about to change and 2023 will be the year that happens.Whether it is because of our unique geography, the lack of government incentives, o

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