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Subaru Solterra vs Volkswagen ID.4

Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.

Vehicles

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2027 Subaru Solterra

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2026 Volkswagen ID.4

Overview

SpecSubaru SolterraPremiumVolkswagen ID.4Pro
Selected trimPremiumPro
Body styleSUVSUV
Drivetrainall wheel driverear wheel drive
Fuel typeelectricelectric
Transmission1-speed direct drive1-speed direct drive
Engine typeelectricelectric
Model year20272026

Pricing & market

SpecSubaru SolterraPremiumVolkswagen ID.4Pro
MSRP$38,495 (best)$45,095
Lowest listing price$22,490$19,298 (best)
Median listing price$23,699$23,514 (best)
Highest listing price$23,699 (best)$56,713
For sale now317 (best)

Fuel economy & range

SpecSubaru SolterraPremiumVolkswagen ID.4Pro
Combined MPGe120 MPGe (best)113 MPGe
Electric range288 mi291 mi (best)
Battery capacity74 kWh82 kWh (best)
240V charge time8 hr8 hr

Performance

SpecSubaru SolterraPremiumVolkswagen ID.4Pro
Horsepower233 hp282 hp (best)
Torque402 lb-ft (best)

Size & capability

SpecSubaru SolterraPremiumVolkswagen ID.4Pro
Seating5 seats5 seats
Doors44
Cargo volume23.8 cu ft64.2 cu ft (best)
Towing capacity2,200 lbs (best)
Payload970 lbs (best)
Curb weight4,395 lbs (best)4,575 lbs
Ground clearance8.3 in (best)6.1 in
Wheelbase112.2 in (best)108.9 in
Length184.6 in (best)180.5 in
Width73.2 in (best)72.9 in
Height65 in (best)64.6 in

Safety & recalls

SpecSubaru SolterraPremiumVolkswagen ID.4Pro
NHTSA overall5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Frontal crash (passenger)4 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (driver)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side crash (passenger)5 / 5 ★ (best)
Side pole5 / 5 ★ (best)
Rollover4 / 5 ★ (best)
Open recalls (YMM scope)None reported (best)1

Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.

Trim overview

All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.

TrimSubaru SolterraVolkswagen ID.4
1

Premium

$38,495 MSRP(Currently comparing)

Pro

$45,095 MSRP(Currently comparing)

2

Limited

$41,395 MSRP

Pro

$48,995 MSRP

3

Limited XT

$42,895 MSRP

Pro S

$50,195 MSRP

4

Touring XT

$45,855 MSRP

Pro S

$54,095 MSRP

5

Pro S Plus

$57,655 MSRP

Live inventory

Subaru Solterra vs Volkswagen ID.4 FAQ

Which is better: 2027 Subaru Solterra or 2026 Volkswagen ID.4?
It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2027 Subaru Solterra vs 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
Which costs less: 2027 Subaru Solterra or 2026 Volkswagen ID.4?
Based on starting MSRP, the 2027 Subaru Solterra starts lower at $38,495. Live Subaru Solterra listings start at $22,490. Live Volkswagen ID.4 listings start at $19,298.
Which has better startingMsrp: 2027 Subaru Solterra or 2026 Volkswagen ID.4?
The 2027 Subaru Solterra leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (38,495).
Which has better electricRangeMi: 2027 Subaru Solterra or 2026 Volkswagen ID.4?
The 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (291).
Which has better horsepower: 2027 Subaru Solterra or 2026 Volkswagen ID.4?
The 2027 Subaru Solterra leads on horsepower in this comparison (338).
Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2027 Subaru Solterra or 2026 Volkswagen ID.4?
The 2026 Volkswagen ID.4 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (2,700).
How do the NHTSA safety ratings compare for 2027 Subaru Solterra vs 2026 Volkswagen ID.4?
NHTSA overall crash-test ratings in this comparison: Volkswagen ID.4 (5/5 NHTSA overall).