Subaru Solterra EV vs Tesla Model Y

On a spectrum of classic to bold, where do you fall? Drivers who consider themselves more on the classic side will love that the Solterra and the Model Y come in a selection of timeless and vibrant colors.

But what about those drivers who fall somewhere in the middle? Model Y drivers don’t have a middle option. The Solterra, on the other hand, comes in Harbor Mist Gray, which strikes the perfect balance on this color spectrum.

Plus, all the colors of the Solterra are offered in a 2-tone color option, adding extra flair to the classic colors.

Do you want to announce your arrival? Then you’ll love driving the Subaru Solterra. This SUV comes standard with multi-beam LED headlights that help light up even the darkest nights. For even more ways to draw the attention of onlookers, the Solterra also comes standard with LED daytime running lights.

Looking at the Model Y, you’ll also find LED daytime running lights, but there’s no mention of LED headlights. As a result, you may not be seen as easily as you would be in the Solterra.

Regardless of the exterior temperature, stay comfortable inside the cabin of your Solterra thanks to features like:

• Heated front seats
• Optional ventilated front seats
• Dual-zone automatic climate control
• Available heated steering wheel

The dual-zone automatic climate control system is a must for anyone who can’t agree with their copilot on one temperature. When equipped, this feature lets you and your front-seat passengers independently adjust the temperature to keep things cool on one side and warm on the other.

Inside the Telsa Model Y, you’ll also have access to heated front seats and heated steering wheel; however, this is where the similarities end. No ventilated front seats are offered nor is a multi-zone climate control system.

Another aspect of comfort is having access to features that make your commute easier and more enjoyable. Inside the Solterra, these features include:

• Intelligent assistant voice-activated vehicle interface: Lets you speak commands to make adjustments without needing to take your hands off the wheel.
• Digital rearview mirror: Projects what’s behind your vehicle onto the rearview mirror. This feature is great for times your SUV is packed with furniture or travel gear.
• Digital Key: Transforms your smartphone into a key—perfect for those mornings when you can’t seem to locate your car keys.

While there are some additional comfort and convenience features found with the Model Y, they lack in comparison to the Solterra.

When out driving, what do you do if you come across slippery streets? When you drive the Telsa Model Y, you may be tempted to turn back. That’s not the case when you drive the Subaru Solterra.

This SUV comes standard with Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive (AWD), a feature that evenly distributes power between the front and the rear wheels to maximize traction. Beyond that, the Solterra also comes standard with X-MODE®, a feature that works tirelessly to further optimize the vehicle’s AWD capabilities.

Without any type of AWD capabilities, the Model Y may not perform as well on low-friction surfaces.

Your safe arrival is a top priority. That’s why innovative driver-assist features that constantly monitor a range around your SUV come standard. Depending on the situation, features could provide an alert and/or intervene to prevent a collision.

While you’ll find many similar features between the Solterra and the Model Y, one key difference that sets these SUVs apart is the autopilot capabilities of the Model Y.

The Telsa Model Y can pilot itself, making it possible to take your hands off the wheel. This is especially true when equipped with available full self-driving capability. While this may sound enticing, do you want to relinquish authority of your commutes to your SUV, or do you still want to remain in control?

While the Model Y puts a strong emphasis on its self-driving capabilities, the Subaru Solterra focuses on assistance features that allow you to remain in control at all times while having an extra set of eyes supporting you on your commute.