Subaru Solterra Touring vs Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Subaru Solterra Touring 6.9 s Runner-up: 7.1 s
Range winner Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range 540 km Runner-up: 451 km
Power winner Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range 252 hp Runner-up: 218 hp
Cargo winner Subaru Solterra Touring 441 L Runner-up: 413 L
Price winner Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range $39,200 Runner-up: $46,295

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring against the 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Subaru Solterra Touring has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.9 seconds, compared with 7.1 seconds for 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range. 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range has the higher listed output at 252 hp; 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring is rated at 218 hp, a difference of 34 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range at 420 Nm and 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring at 337 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range carries the longer listed range at 540 km, against 451 km for 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring. 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range has the lower recorded consumption at 15.2 kWh/100km; 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring is listed at 15.8 kWh/100km. 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 200 kW, compared with 147 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2025 Subaru Solterra Touring provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 441 litres versus 413 litres, a difference of 28 litres. 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range carries the higher towing rating at 1,500 kg, while 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring is listed at 750 kg. 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring is 250 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range has the lower listed starting price at $39,200, compared with $46,295 for 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring. 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Subaru Solterra Touring2025 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range2026
Performance
0-100 km/h6.9 s7.1 s
Top Speed160 km/h180 km/h
Power218 hp252 hp
Torque337 Nm420 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range451 km540 km
Battery71.4 kWh82 kWh
Efficiency15.8 kWh/100km15.2 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging147 kW200 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,690 mm4,440 mm
Ground Clearance210 mm171 mm
Cargo441 L413 L
Curb Weight1,930 kg2,020 kg
Towing750 kg1,500 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle12.0 m11.4 m
Starting MSRP$46,295$39,200

Subaru Solterra Touring vs Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring or the 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2025 Subaru Solterra Touring is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.9 seconds, versus 7.1 seconds for 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring or the 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range has the higher listed top speed at 180 km/h (112 mph), compared with 160 km/h (99 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring or the 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range has more power at 252 hp, a 34 hp advantage over 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring.

Which has more range, the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring or the 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range has the longer listed range at 540 km (336 miles), versus 451 km (280 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring or the 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range has the larger listed battery at 82.0 kWh, compared with 71.4 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring or the 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2025 Subaru Solterra Touring has more listed cargo space at 441 litres (15.6 cu ft), versus 413 litres (14.6 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring or the 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,500 kg (3,307 lb), compared with 750 kg (1,653 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring or the 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range is heavier at 2,020 kg (4,453 lb), while 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring is listed at 1,930 kg (4,255 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring or the 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $39,200 USD, compared with $46,295 USD for 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring or the 2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range?

2026 Volvo C40 Single Motor Extended Range leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.