Subaru Solterra vs. Volkswagen ID.4
When we compare the Subaru Solterra to the Volkswagen ID.4, the Subaru Solterra has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars and base engine power. The Volkswagen ID.4 has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Subaru Solterra versus the Volkswagen ID.4, the two cars are fairly comparable.
Subaru Solterra versus Volkswagen ID.4 Pricing
A used 2023 Subaru Solterra ranges from $43,837 to $59,659 while a used 2023 Volkswagen ID.4 is priced between $45,290 to $60,473. For a new model, the Subaru Solterra's price is between $46,612 and $54,875, with the Volkswagen ID.4 priced between $43,790 and $54,965.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Subaru Solterra’s base engine makes 215 horsepower, and the Volkswagen ID.4 base engine makes 201 horsepower. The Solterra is rated to deliver an average of 114 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 228 miles. The ID.4 is rated to deliver an average of 115 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 209 miles. Both models use electricity.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Volkswagen ID.4 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear leg room, and trunk space. The Subaru Solterra has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room and rear shoulder room.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Subaru Solterra has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance and payload capacity than the Volkswagen ID.4.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$46,612 - $54,875
Used Asking Price:
$43,837 - $59,659
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$43,790 - $54,965
Used Asking Price:
$45,290 - $60,473
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
56.7%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
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Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
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Safety:
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iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
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Pros and Cons
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Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Trim Levels
Limited, Premium, Touring
Trim Levels
Pro, Pro S, Pro S Plus, S, Standard
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:
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
4 years / 50000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
215 hp
Torque:
249 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.049 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
201 hp
Torque:
229 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.047 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
MPGe:
114 / 94 / 104
Range (city/hwy):
228 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
72.8 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
9 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
MPGe:
115 / 99 / 107
Range (city/hwy):
209 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity:
62 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not yet available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Standard
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
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:
27.7 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
123.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
41.1 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
37.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
37.6 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.9 inches
Cargo Space:
30.3 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
64.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
130.2 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4365 lbs
Width:
85.4 inches
Height:
65 inches
Length:
184.6 inches
Wheelbase:
112.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4317 lbs
Width:
72.9 inches
Height:
64.5 inches
Length:
180.5 inches
Wheelbase:
108.9 inches
Ground Clearance:
6 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
18.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
235/60R18
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 8.0 inches
Wheel Type:
painted alloy
Tire Size:
P235/55R19
