Subaru Solterra Limited EV 2025 vs BMW Neue Klasse SUV

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thumb image Subaru Solterra Limited EV 2025 US$ 48,000
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thumb image BMW Neue Klasse SUV US$ 50,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Subaru BMW
Model Solterra Limited EV 2025 Neue Klasse SUV (Vision Neue Klasse X / Next-Gen iX3)
Vehicle Type Electric Electric SUV (Sports Activity Vehicle)
Trims Premium, Limited, and Touring To be announced (likely xDrive variants)
Release Date October 2024 Late 2025 (production start)
Status Available Upcoming (Concept shown, production pending)
Made In Japan Debrecen, Hungary (new BMW EV plant)
Body Type SUV SUV (between BMW X3 and X5 size)
Vehicle Warranty 3 years/36,000 miles Expected 4 years / 50,000 miles (standard BMW EV warranty)
Colors Premium, Limited, aCosmic Blue Pearl, Elemental Red Pearl, Black Crystal Pearl, White Pearl, Magnetic Gray Metallic, and Smoked Carbon To be announced

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Dual permanent-magnet synchronous motors BMW 6th-Generation eDrive Electric Motors
Horsepower 215 hp 400–500 hp (expected, not officially disclosed)
Torque 249 lb-ft Estimated 500+ Nm
Acceleration 0-60 mph in 6.5 seconds 4.5–5.0 sec (expected)
Top Speed 100 mph 130 mph (limited)
Range 230 miles 400 miles (EPA est.)
Drivetrain All-Wheel Drive (AWD) Dual-motor AWD (xDrive)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion Lithium-ion, prismatic cell (BMW Gen6)
Battery Capacity 72.8 kWh 100 kWh (est.)
Power Consumption 3.0 mi/kWh 15–17 kWh/100 km (est.)
Battery Warranty 8 years / 100,000 miles 8 years / 100,000 miles (expected)
Home Charging Speed 7.2 kW, 9–10 hours 11–22 kW AC
Supercharging Speed Up to 150 kW Not confirmed (BMW network + Ionity)
DC Fast Charging Speed Up to 100 kW Up to 400 kW
Miles of Range added Per Hour 3-5 miles/hour 200 miles in 10 minutes (fast charging)
Charging Time 8–9 hours 10–80% in ~20 minutes (DC Fast)
Charging Connector Type J1772 (Level 1/2) + CCS Combo CCS (North America: NACS from 2025 onward)
Home Charging Options 120V portable charger (Level 1): 240V Level 2 home charger (purchased separately, e.g., ChargePoint, JuiceBox) Wallbox (11–22 kW), Standard outlet
Onboard Charger Power 6.6 kW 11 kW standard, 22 kW optional

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 184.6 inches (4,690 mm) 187–190 in (est.)
Width 73.2 inches (1,860 mm) 75 in (est.)
Height 65.1 inches (1,655 mm) 64 in (est.)
Wheelbase 112.2 inches (2,850 mm) 115 in (est.)
Ground Clearance 8.3 inches (210 mm) 7.5 in (est.)
Cargo Space 30.3 cu ft 28–60 cu ft (with seats down)
Curb Weight 4,300 lbs 5,000 lbs (est.)
No. of Doors 4 Doors 5
Seating Capacity 5 Seater 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy Wheel Aerodynamic Alloy Wheels
Wheel Size 20-inch 20"–22" (expected options)
Front Tire 235/50R20 255/45 R20 (est.)
Rear Tire 235/50R20 285/40 R20 (est.)

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering (EPS) Electric Power Steering
Transmission Single-Speed Automatic Single-speed automatic (EV)
Turning Radius 36.4 ft 19 ft (est.)
Gear Box Direct Drive Single-speed reduction gear
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut Adaptive strut (BMW adaptive system)
Rear Suspension Multi-Link Multi-link independent

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot No BMW Highway Assistant (semi-autonomous)
Navigation System Yes BMW iDrive 10 with AR navigation
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes 3-zone automatic climate control
Auxiliary Auto Input Yes Yes (USB-C)
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Panoramic Sunroof No Yes
Apple Car Play Yes Wireless standard
Android Auto Yes Wireless standard
Touchscreen 12.3 inches BMW Panoramic Vision + central display
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Yes
Bluetooth Yes Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 8 Speakers 12–16 (Harman Kardon / Bowers & Wilkins optional)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative Braking System Regenerative + Hydraulic
Front Brakes Ventilated Discs Brake Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes Solid Disc Brake Ventilated Disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 8 Airbags Multiple airbags (front, side, curtain, knee) 8
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes 360° camera system
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No Likely (drive assist modes)
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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