What Are the Benefits of Owning an Electric Subaru?

Here at Granite Subaru, it is our goal to help you find the perfect car that fits your lifestyle. If you are curious about switching to an electric vehicle and like the idea of owning an electric Subaru, this is the perfect post for you. Below, we will dive into the benefits of owning an electric Subaru and why you might want to check one out right here with our sales team in Hudson, NH. Let's get into everything!

Subaru Makes a Great EV: The Solterra

Before we even get into the benefits of owning an electric Subaru, you want to note that Subaru currently offers one, the Solterra. This SUV shares a platform with the Toyota bZ4X and offers an all-weather, all-terrain traction system (Symmetrical All-Wheel Drive), nearly 230 miles of range per full charge, adventurous styling, and seating for up to five passengers. The IIHS also ranks the Solterra as being a Top Safety Pick+ model, and the NHTSA gives it a five-star safety rating. It's certainly an EV to write home about.

Now, let's share some of the benefits of owning an electric Subaru/Solterra:

You Never Have to Head to the Gas Station

Firstly, with an all-electric Subaru, you do not need to spend a dime on gas or head to the station when you run low on battery power. Your Solterra can be charged at home using a Level 1 or 2 charging station/cable or charging at Level 3 where appropriate.

Per Subaru, you can expect to pay between $0.10 and $0.40 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) when charging at home or at a public station.

A Subaru EV Gets Up to 227 Miles per Charge

Another benefit to owning an electric Subaru is that the current-gen Solterra gets up to 227 miles of range per full charge. That gives you plenty of mileage for short-distance commutes and, if road-tripping, enough miles to get to the next charging station, depending on your route.

You Can Still Off-Road in an Electric Subaru

Because Subaru has always been known to have an adventurous spirit, this doesn't end at the electric side of the lineup. You have 8.3 inches of ground clearance, standard all-wheel drive, and X-MODE with Grip Control, which comes standard with the Solterra, giving you the chance to go off-road without an issue. Considering many EVs are not off-road-friendly or ready, this is a perk for shopping with Subaru.

An Electric Subaru is Often Quieter and Smoother On the Road

Another one of the countless benefits of owning an electric Subaru is that the platform the Solterra is built on, alongside its not having a standard combustion engine, makes driving much smoother and quieter. You also have increased performance, like improved torque and horsepower, with the electric Solterra, which is a nice cherry on top.

Get an Electric Subaru at Granite Subaru

Now that you have a better grasp on the benefits of owning an electric Subaru, it is time to visit your local sales team here at Granite Subaru in Hudson, NH. We have the all-electric Solterra ready to test drive and can help answer your questions and concerns. Drive safe!