Subaru Solterra electric lease deals

Leasing a Subaru Solterra in the UK

Are Subaru entering the electric car market? Well until 2022, a manufacturer with a stellar reputation for petrol-based rally cars (the iconic Impreza) were doing little to join the EV revolution.

While the group did invest in Plug-In technology, the pure electrification journey finally came to fruition when their co-partner in engineering, Toyota, allowed them to share their bz4X platform – Subaru renamed this as the Solterra.

This is a mid-sized SUV which is aiming to compete with the Mercedes EQA, Skoda Enyaq and Genesis GV60. The crossover and 4x4 segment is without a doubt the most competitive when it comes to EVs with an array of excellent product options for personal and business leasing customers (and salary sacrifice) to enjoy.

Built on the e-Subaru global platform, the new Solterra (meaning “Sun” and “Earth”) will be launched with two specifications, the Limited (around £50,000) and the Touring (around £53,000). The website is not updated yet for the exact specifications, but reports suggest the Limited will include 18” alloys, heated seats, powered tailgate, heated steering wheel adaptive cruise control and automatic emergency braking.

The Touring should provide leather upholstery, a panoramic roof, Harmon Kardon system and 20” alloys. Both models will include a heat pump – this device effectively warms and cools the car’s batteries for example by sending excess heat to the cabin. By maintaining battery temperature, this optimises battery performance for range and charging times.

But does the electric Solterra perform?  By sharing the Toyota engineering, this electric SUV is based on a 71.4 kWh usable battery which provides 160 kW (or 215hp), 0 – 62 times of 7.7 seconds and top speeds of 99mph. The range of the Subaru EV should be around 195 miles in winter and 260 miles in spring / summer (based on a full charge and on a combined basis). In terms of charging times, the 6.6 kW AC max allows 0 – 100% times of just under 13 hours with the 150 kW DC rapid charge allowing 30 minute 10 – 80% times.

What are the advantages to leasing this car?  1 - EVs offer a great driving experience and this is something which is often overlooked. Zero-emission vehicles are not just about ensuring a decarbonised and environmentally friendly future, they also offer a robust and fun experience 2- the Whole of Life costs can be much better for personal or business customers.

With lower servicing, running and tyre costs, the higher monthly rental on the finance aspects of the EV can be offset by these other associated elements. Use our “Living with your ...” tools to calculate the cost of fuelling the EV together with the rental and maintenance aspects 3 – for company car and salary sacrifice customers, the 2% BiK provides cost-effective tax liabilities which are substantially cheaper than combustion alternatives.

For companies, the ability to claim back 100% of the finance rentals provides tax efficiency (a car must emit no more than 50g/km of CO2 to do this).

Will the Subaru Solterra be your next 100% electric vehicle?  Moving forward with your electric journey couldn’t be any simpler with the e-car lease experts. Choose your required vehicle from our Solterra lease deals deals section and, for an instant price, use the quote calculator to construct an arrangement which meets the needs of you or the company.

Select the term, annual mileage, initial rental and maintenance provision you require. And for those first-time electric car drivers, let us know if you need assistance with a home or workplace charge point solution.

We always recommend that this is setup in advance of delivery. Need more assistance? Just get in touch with our team on 01942 910 001 or by emailing us at [email protected]