Confident, electrifying and

distinctly Subaru

The refreshed 2026 Subaru Solterra introduces a cleaner, more contemporary look that speaks to efficiency and quiet confidence. A bolder front fascia debuts the new Subaru EV lighting signature and an illuminated six-star emblem, while available body-colour cladding helps sharpen its urban presence. Aerodynamic surfaces, redesigned rear elements and available 20-inch aluminum-alloy wheels complete a profile shaped for style and efficiency—pure Subaru capability with a refined, modern edge.

Heated Power-Adjustable Mirrors

Aerodynamically sculpted and heated to clear frost and fog, these mirrors reduce wind noise and improve visibility year-round. All trim levels feature integrated LED turn signals for increased safety, while the mirrors on Luxury and Technology models include power-folding functionality, LED puddle lamps and a passenger-side reverse-tilt function. These smart touches help drivers tackle tighter spaces and tougher weather.

Panoramic Glass Roof

Available on the Solterra AWD Technology trim, the panoramic glass roof creates a spacious, airy atmosphere that connects passengers with the world outside. The expansive design floods the cabin with natural light, while laminated glass helps block heat and reduce noise for a calm, quiet ride. A power-retractable sunshade offers quick control over brightness and temperature, enhancing year-round comfort and enjoyment.

Power Liftgate

Standard on all trim levels, the power liftgate streamlines loading and unloading with programmable height memory; and built-in safety sensors. The liftgate can be triggered by the key fob or from the driver’s seat, while the Luxury and Technology trims get a hands-free kick sensor, providing easy access to the cargo area, with its wide opening and low liftover height. Gear, groceries and luggage are no longer any challenge at all.

Aluminum Alloy Wheels

The 2026 Solterra offers two distinctive aluminum-alloy wheel designs that balance performance and presence. The Solterra AWD model features daring 18-inch five-spoke wheels with aerodynamic covers for improved efficiency and a bold, modern look. Luxury and Technology trims upgrade to striking 20-inch ten-spoke wheels with a two-tone machined finish, emphasizing sophistication, strength and the confident stance of this all-electric SUV.

Standard LED Headlights

All Solterra models feature advanced LED headlights with High Beam Assist, combining striking design with intelligent performance. The signature lighting pattern projects a bright, even beam for exceptional nighttime visibility, while sensors automatically switch between high and low settings to prevent glare for other drivers. Sleek, efficient and perfectly balanced, these headlights illuminate the road with unmistakable Subaru confidence.

Everyday comfort,

uncommon versatility

Step inside the updated 2026 Subaru Solterra and discover a cabin as advanced as its powertrain. Enhanced structural rigidity, acoustic glass and optimized insulation create a bright, calm and inviting space. Thoughtful materials, including available StarTex® upholstery, are paired with intuitive, driver-focused controls. With generous room for five and flexible cargo capacity, the Solterra blends modern design with everyday practicality. This is comfort that’s designed for the quick trip and the long haul.

High-Tech Super-Sleek Infotainment System

Every version of the Solterra features a 14-inch high-definition touchscreen, your hub for connectivity and control. Wireless Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™, Bluetooth® audio and natural-voice commands keep you in sync. Dual wireless phone chargers and multiple USB-C ports help everyone stay powered. The available 11-speaker Harman Kardon® system delivers rich, immersive sound. SubaruConnect™† adds Remote, Safety and Service Connect functions for added confidence on every drive. The low-mounted screen and clean control layout support excellent outward visibility. This is technology designed to enhance focus, not distract.

SubaruConnectTM

SubaruConnect™ keeps you seamlessly linked to your vehicle, your home and the world around you. Through the dedicated app, you can monitor charging progress, pre-condition the cabin for comfort, or locate your vehicle remotely**. The comprehensive suite* includes Safety Connect (free 10-year trial subscription), Remote Connect (free 3-year trial subscription) and Service Connect (free 10-year trial subscription), as well as available Drive Connect with cloud-based navigation and voice assistance. Designed for security and simplicity, every function enhances awareness and convenience, ensuring your Solterra is always ready when you are. It’s confidence through connectivity, engineered the Subaru way: practical, intuitive and built for life in Canada.

Auto-Dimming Smart Rearview Mirror with Homelink®

Available on the Solterra AWD Technology trim, this mirror combines advanced digital technology with everyday practicality. With the touch of a switch, drivers can toggle between a traditional optical mirror and a wide, high-resolution digital display that provides an unobstructed view, even when passengers or cargo block the rear window. Automatic dimming adjusts brightness to reduce glare from approaching headlights, improving night-time comfort and safety. Integrated Homelink® capability allows effortless connection to garage doors, gates and home lighting systems. It’s a clear example of Subaru innovation: intelligent design that enhances convenience, confidence and peace of mind.

7-Inch Colour Digital Gauge Cluster with Multi-Information Display

The instrument panel is engineered for clarity and focus. The hoodless 7-inch LCD multi-function display sits high and forward, reducing eye movement so your focus stays on the road. Bright, intuitive graphics present key information at a glance: speed, power flow and regeneration, remaining range, X-MODE® status, AWD traction display, active safety alerts and turn-by-turn navigation. Critical lights and indicators are positioned above the steering wheel rim for clean visibility in all conditions. Start-up animations, crisp illumination and a logical layout reinforce a core Subaru philosophy: technology that informs yet never distracts, helping every drive feel calmer, safer and more confident.

Space for All and Everything

The 2026 Solterra is designed with versatility at its core, practical for daily errands yet spacious enough for bigger adventures. The cabin comfortably seats five adults, while the large, square-shaped cargo opening and low liftover make life with cargo simple. Fold the 60/40-split rear seats flat to reveal a wide, level floor that easily accommodates bikes, camping gear or strollers. Thoughtful touches such as integrated tie-down hooks, utility hooks and a bright LED cargo lamp add everyday convenience. An available power liftgate with hands-free kick sensor and programmable height memory enhances usability. Whether commuting across town or escaping for the weekend, the Solterra is locked in.

Super-Sustainability, Surprising Comfort

Sustainability and comfort go hand-in-hand. Available StarTex® upholstery is durable, water-resistant and responsibly made. Heated front seats are standard; while heated steering wheel and rear outboard heated seats are available on the Luxury and Technology trim levels. The Technology trim level also features ventilated front seats with leather to further enhance year-round comfort. Standard dual-zone automatic climate control helps keep everyone at the right temperature—efficiently.

All-electric power, all-around

safety

Safety is a hallmark at Subaru and the 2026 Subaru Solterra takes that legacy into the all-electric era. The strengthened e-Subaru Global Platform surrounds passengers with structural integrity. Symmetrical Full-Time AWD and dual-function X-MODE® add confident traction in any condition, while the latest EyeSight® Driver Assist Technology helps monitor traffic and support the driver. Standard Safe Exit Assist and an available 360° Surround-View Camera further enhance awareness. Together, these systems help make the Subaru Solterra one of the safest EVs on Canadian roads.

Superior Visibility, Superior Safety

The design of the Solterra promotes outstanding outward visibility for greater confidence in every condition. A low hood line, slim A-pillars and expansive glass create a bright, open cabin that helps reduce blind spots. Large, door-mounted mirrors improve rearward vision, while the available 360° Surround-View Camera provides a full bird’s-eye perspective when parking or manoeuvring, boosting awareness from every angle.

Reverse Automatic Braking

Available only on the WRX GT (SPT), this system detects obstructions behind the vehicle and automatically applies the brakes if it appears the risk of a collision is high. The system also incorporates a warning feature, which triggers different patterns of alarms according to the distance your car is away from an object or obstruction.

Panoramic View Monitor

Available on the Solterra Technology trim, the Panoramic View Monitor uses four wide-angle cameras to create a near 360-degree image on the centre display. This bird’s-eye perspective makes it easier to gauge distance and position when manoeuvring in tight areas. Integrated with Front Cross Traffic Alert and Parking Support Brake, it enhances awareness, safety and confidence in crowded environments.

EyeSight® Driver Assistance Technologies

Every Solterra features next-generation EyeSight® Driver Assistance Technologies that use a wide-angle camera and recognition/control software to identify hazards and assist as needed. The suite incorporates the Pre-Collision System, Acceleration Suppression at Low Speed, Road Sign Assist (RSA) with speed limiter, Lane Departure Alert (LDA) with Prevention, Dynamic Radar Cruise Control (DRCC), Lane Tracing Assist (LTA), Lane Change Assist, Proactive Driving Assist (PDA), Emergency Driving Stop System (EDSS), Emergency Steering Assist (PCS system) and Intersection Collision Avoidance Support. Always watching, always ready—extra confidence for every drive.

Blind Spot Monitor and Rear Cross Traffic Alert

Standard on every Solterra, the Blind Spot Monitor uses radar sensors to detect vehicles hidden from view and alerts the driver with a discrete indicator in the side mirror. Rear Cross Traffic Alert provides audible and visual warnings of approaching traffic while reversing, helping to prevent collisions in parking lots or driveways. Together, these systems expand your awareness and enhance confidence in busy, real-world conditions.

Safe Exit Assist (SEA)

Standard Safe Exit Assist adds an extra layer of awareness when the vehicle is stationary. Using radar sensors from the Blind Spot Monitor, the system detects vehicles or cyclists approaching from behind and issues both audible and visual warnings before a door opens. By anticipating potential conflicts, it helps protect occupants and passing traffic alike, delivering peace of mind, even after the drive ends.

Parking Support Brake

When reversing, Parking Support Brake (PKSB) uses ultrasonic sensors to detect obstacles directly behind the vehicle. If a potential collision is detected, the system first issues visual and audible warnings that increase in urgency as you approach the object. If the driver does not react, PKSB can automatically apply the brakes to help avoid or reduce impact. It’s simple, effective reassurance every time you back up.

LED with High Beam Assist (HBA)

Standard on every Solterra, the advanced LED Headlights with High Beam Assist (HBA) system delivers crisp, even illumination for maximum visibility. Sensors detect oncoming or leading traffic and automatically switch between high and low beams to prevent glare while maintaining a clear view of the road ahead. Designed for safety and courtesy, this intelligent lighting system lets you see and be seen.

Braking System

The braking system on the Subaru Solterra is engineered for stability and control in every condition. Electronic Brake-Force Distribution automatically adjusts pressure between the front and rear wheels according to load, while Brake Assist boosts stopping power in sudden emergencies. Brake Override reduces motor torque if both pedals are pressed, and Auto Vehicle Hold maintains position on hills or at stoplights. The result is smooth, consistent, confidence-inspiring control.

Vehicle Stability Control (VSC)

Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) constantly monitors steering, wheel speed and lateral motion to help keep the Solterra tracking true. By adjusting motor output, braking force and torque distribution in real time, it enhances stability on slippery surfaces and during cornering. The integrated Active Cornering Assist system applies gentle braking to the inside wheel, sharpening turn-in response and improving overall control.

Advanced Ring-shaped Reinforcement Frame

The proprietary Subaru Ring-shaped Reinforcement Frame creates a continuous high-strength steel structure that surrounds and protects the passenger cabin. In a collision, the design channels and disperses impact energy through multiple load paths to maintain the body’s structural integrity. Reinforced underfloor panels and counterforce supports provide an added layer of protection for the battery pack, shielding it from debris, side impacts and potential rollovers.

Airbags

This EV SUV is equipped with a comprehensive network of airbags designed to help protect occupants from every angle. Dual-stage front airbags work in conjunction with seat-mounted side-impact airbags and side-curtain airbags with rollover sensors to cushion and shield the head and torso. Additional driver and passenger knee airbags provide enhanced lower-body protection, creating a complete safety envelope for everyone on board.

Injury-Reducing Seats and Seatbelt Systems

The seating and restraint systems are engineered for both comfort and protection. Front seats use energy-absorbing frames and active headrests to help reduce whiplash in rear collisions, while three-point seatbelts feature pretensioners and load limiters to manage impact forces. Rear outboard belts offer the same security, and ISO FIX/LATCH anchors simplify child-seat installation. Belt engagement indicators confirm proper fastening, proof of attention to every safety detail.

Advanced power.

Proven Subaru capability and

versatility.

The 2026 Subaru Solterra represents a bold evolution of Subaru engineering—powerful, balanced and ready for every Canadian road. A reinforced e-Subaru Global Platform delivers exceptional rigidity and a lower centre of gravity for superior stability and safety. The dual-motor StarDrive® system generates 338 hp and instant torque through Symmetrical Full-Time AWD, combining electric precision and legendary performance. With refined suspension tuning, 210 mm of ground clearance and natural steering response, the refreshed 2026 Solterra turns advanced technology into everyday capability.

Subaru StarDrive®

The groundbreaking Subaru StarDrive® powertrain features two advanced e-Axles—one mounted at the front, the other at the rear—each integrating a motor, transaxle and inverter for seamless electric performance. Together, they generate a combined output of 252 kilowatt (kW) and instant torque delivery: 268.6 Nm at the front and 88.3 Nm at the back. Power is automatically distributed to the wheels with the best grip, while Vehicle Stability Control (VSC) and brake-based torque vectoring sharpen cornering precision. The low-mounted battery pack lowers the centre of gravity for balanced handling. Selectable Eco and Power modes, plus steering-wheel paddles for regenerative braking, give drivers precise control and confident response in every condition.

Subaru Symmetrical Full-Time AWD

All Solterra models come standard with Subaru’s all-electric Symmetrical Full-Time AWD, engineered for stability, traction and control in every condition. The dual e-Axle layout distributes torque front-to-rear and side-to-side instantly, maintaining balanced grip and confident composure. Enhanced software predicts wheel slip before it occurs, optimizing power delivery for smooth, secure progress on snow, rain or dry pavement alike.

Dual-function X-MODE®

Standard dual-function X-MODE® gives the Solterra added confidence when the road surface turns unpredictable. With settings for Snow/Dirt and Deep Snow/Mud, the system automatically adjusts motor torque, throttle response and braking to maintain optimal traction. Working seamlessly with Symmetrical Full-Time AWD, X-MODE® ensures smooth, stable progress across slippery streets, gravel roads or snow-covered trails, showcasing genuine Subaru capability in every season.

Downhill Assist Control

When X-MODE® is activated, Downhill Assist Control automatically maintains a steady, pre-set speed on steep or slippery grades, allowing the driver to focus entirely on steering. By precisely managing braking force and wheel traction, the system helps keep the Solterra composed and stable on challenging descents, whether easing down a snowy driveway, a wet boat launch or a rocky trail.

Grip Control

A standard feature, Grip Control enhances low-speed capability on rough or slippery terrain. The system automatically regulates torque and braking to maintain a steady pace between 2 and 10 km/h, allowing the driver to focus solely on steering. With five selectable speed settings, this system delivers smooth, confident progress on rutted trails, snowy driveways, or slippery boat ramps, where steady control matters most.

e-Subaru Global Platform

Purpose-built for electric vehicles, the e-Subaru Global Platform delivers the structural strength and refinement that define the 2026 Solterra. This architecture increases torsional rigidity by integrating high-tensile steel, engineered crumple zones and reinforced battery protection that disperses impact energy away from the cabin. The low-mounted battery pack lowers the centre of gravity, enhancing steering precision, straight-line stability and ride comfort. Near-perfect weight distribution further contributes to balanced handling, while advanced insulation and sealing help quiet the cabin. The result is a solid, composed foundation that elevates safety, performance and refinement, hallmarks of genuine Subaru engineering.