Nissan Ariya vs. Subaru Solterra
iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the Nissan Ariya and Subaru Solterra contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the Nissan Ariya and the Subaru Solterra.
When comparing the Nissan Ariya's and the Subaru Solterra's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Ariya has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. The Subaru Solterra has the advantage in the areas of resale value and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Nissan Ariya's and the Subaru Solterra's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Ariya is a better car than the Subaru Solterra.
Pricing: A used 2025 Nissan Ariya ranges from $26,750 to $48,725 while a used 2025 Subaru Solterra is priced between $27,864 to $46,950. For a new model, the Nissan Ariya's price is between $32,110 and $52,115, with the Subaru Solterra priced between $36,889 and $47,885.
Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Nissan Ariya loses 63.3 percent of its value and the Subaru Solterra loses 55.1 percent of its value. This means the Subaru Solterra retains 8.2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Nissan Ariya.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the Nissan Ariya’s base engine makes 214 horsepower, and the Subaru Solterra base engine makes 215 horsepower. The Ariya is rated to deliver an average of 109 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 216 miles. The Solterra is rated to deliver an average of 114 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 227 miles. This gives the Subaru Solterra the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Nissan Ariya. Both models use electricity. The charge time for the Ariya is 10.5 hours (240V), while the charge time for the Solterra is 11 hours (240V).
Passenger Space Comparison: While both models are electric SUVs, the Nissan Ariya has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The Subaru Solterra has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear shoulder room.
Safety Ratings: When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Nissan Ariya and the Subaru Solterra have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
32110 - 52115
Starting MSRP:
39770
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
39825
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
33600 - 46000
New Car Pricing
Asking Price:
36889 - 47885
Starting MSRP:
38495
Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
39825
Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
33600 - 46000
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
36882
Price Range:
26750 - 48725
Category Avg Price:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
44309
Category Avg Price Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
34134 - 55168
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
Used Car Pricing
Avg Used Car Price:
40025
Price Range:
27864 - 46950
Category Avg Price:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
44309
Category Avg Price Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
34134 - 55168
# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:
Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:
# Good or Great Deals:
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
25368
Depreciation %:
0.63787037
Resale Value $:
14402
Residual Value %:
0.36212963
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.59524328
Category Depreciation Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.47039998 - 0.65529153
5-year Depreciation
Depreciation $:
21413
Depreciation %:
0.55625833
Resale Value $:
17082
Residual Value %:
0.44374167
Typical Category Depreciation %:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.59524328
Category Depreciation Range:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.47039998 - 0.65529153
Nissan Ariya Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
6.9 / 10
Safety:
9.0 / 10
Subaru Solterra Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.5 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Nissan Ariya
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
iSeeCars Reliability Insights for Subaru Solterra
Avg Life Expectancy (years):
Typical Category Life Expectancy:
N/A
Category Life Expectancy Range:
N/A
Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
1.6873981953144528
Typical Category Recalls:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.5 - 13.0
Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls
Expected Lifetime Recalls:
5.263442363983947
Typical Category Recalls:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
2.8
Category Range for Recalls:
(Electric Compact SUVs)
0.5 - 13.0
Nissan Ariya Rankings
Ranking
8 out of / 65Ranking
8 out of / 59Ranking
22 out of / 65Ranking
23 out of / 65Ranking
23 out of / 65Ranking
26 out of / 65Ranking
32 out of / 65Ranking
35 out of / 65Ranking
42 out of / 65Ranking
43 out of / 65Ranking
48 out of / 65Subaru Solterra Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 65Ranking
4 out of / 65Ranking
6 out of / 65Ranking
6 out of / 59Ranking
15 out of / 65Ranking
35 out of / 65Ranking
35 out of / 65Ranking
53 out of / 65Ranking
55 out of / 65Ranking
59 out of / 65Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Nissan Ariya Trim Levels
Engage, Engage e-4ORCE, Engage+ e-4ORCE, Evolve+, Evolve+ e-4ORCE, Platinum+ e-4ORCE
Subaru Solterra Trim Levels
Limited, Premium, Touring, Touring Onyx Edition
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:
5 out of 5 Stars
2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:
4 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
214 hp
Torque:
221 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specs
Horsepower:
215 hp
Torque:
249 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
MPGe:
109 / 94 / 101
Range (city/hwy):
216 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
63 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
10.5 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
MPGe:
114 / 94 / 104
Range (city/hwy):
227 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
72.8 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
11 hours (240V)
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Internet Radio:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
N/A
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
N/A
Trailer Hitch:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Alloy wheels:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Bench Seats:
Standard
Bluetooth:
Standard
Heated Seats
Standard
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Internet Radio:
N/A
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Parking Sensors:
Standard
Power outlet:
Standard
Roadside assistance:
Standard
Satellite radio:
Standard
Voice Recognition:
Standard
Wifi:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Automatic Parking:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Power Lift Gate:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Air Suspension:
N/A
Captain's seat:
N/A
Front Bench Seats:
N/A
Massage Seats:
N/A
Paddle Shifters:
N/A
Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof
Available
Quad Seats:
N/A
Roof Rack:
Available
Trailer Hitch:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Safety Features
Backup camera:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.3 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
38.3 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
27.9 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
59.7 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
124 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.8 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.3 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
56 inches
Cargo Space:
23.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
63.5 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
119.5 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4323 lbs
Width:
85.5 inches
Height:
65.4 inches
Length:
182.9 inches
Wheelbase:
109.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4365 lbs
Width:
73.2 inches
Height:
65 inches
Length:
184.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
Exterior Colors
Black
Black Diamond Pearl
Blue
Deep Ocean Blue Pearl/Black Diamond Pearl
Gray
Boulder Gray Pearl / Boulder Gray Pearl/Black Diamond Pearl / Gun Metallic
White
Everest White Pearl / Everest White Pearl TriCoat/Black Diamond Pearl
Red
Not available
Exterior Colors
Black
Galactic Black
Blue
Not available
Gray
Smoked Carbon
White
Cosmic White Pearl
Red
Elemental Red Pearl
Interior Colors
Black
Charcoal
Gray
Light Gray
Interior Colors
Black
Black
Gray
Not available
