How much does it cost to run the Subaru Solterra AWD per year in Australia?

Around $11,029 per year, or $1/km, based on 15,000 km/year in NSW. That covers charging, registration, insurance, servicing and depreciation.

How much does it cost to charge the Subaru Solterra AWD?

Energy averages about $680 a year at 15,000 km with a mix of home, solar and public charging. Charging at home overnight (or on solar) is by far the cheapest option.

What is the 5-year running cost of the Subaru Solterra AWD?

About $55,143 over 5 years at 15,000 km/year in NSW, of which roughly $39,995 is depreciation and $3,398 is charging.

Is the Subaru Solterra AWD cheaper to run than the Subaru Forester 2.5i?

On pure running costs the gap is small over 5 years; the Subaru Solterra AWD's lower energy and servicing costs are partly offset by its higher purchase price and depreciation. The calculator above shows the full picture for your situation.

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Subaru Solterra AWD

From $79,990 driveaway · about $11,029/year to run

Battery: 72.8 kWh
Range (real): ~310 km
Efficiency: 20.5 kWh/100km
Cost per km: $1

Vs the Subaru Forester 2.5i, the Subaru Solterra AWD costs about $9,543 more over 5 years — its higher purchase price offsets lower running costs. The gap narrows the more you drive.

Annual running cost

$11,029/year

At 15,000 km/year in NSW. 5-year total: $55,143.

Energy (charging)Home + public charging$680

RegistrationState-based, EV rates$500

InsuranceSegment average$1,500

ServicingNo oil changes, fewer parts$350

DepreciationResale value loss$7,999

EVs skip oil changes and have far fewer moving parts, so servicing is typically about $350/year. For typical repair and servicing prices on Australian cars, see AutoRepairCost.

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EV Running Cost Calculator

Compare the true 5-year ownership cost of an electric car vs its petrol equivalent in Australia.

⚡ Electric vehicle

⛽ Petrol equivalent

Annual distance15,000 km

Ownership period

State / Territory

EV charging mix

Home (grid)70%

Public charger20%

Home solar10%

Total: 100%

Over 5 years, the Subaru Solterra AWD costs $9,543 more than the Subaru Forester 2.5i — but fuel savings grow every year.

Electric

Subaru Solterra AWD

Energy / Fuel: $3,398
Registration: $2,500
Insurance: $7,500
Servicing: $1,750
Depreciation: $39,995

5-Year Total

$55,143

$1/km · $11,029/yr

Petrol

Subaru Forester 2.5i

CHEAPER

Energy / Fuel: $12,454
Registration: $2,500
Insurance: $7,500
Servicing: $2,750
Depreciation: $20,396

5-Year Total

$45,600

$1/km · $9,120/yr

💰 YOU SAVE $9,543

5-Year Cost Breakdown

Energy / Fuel

$3,398

PET

$12,454

Registration

$2,500

PET

$2,500

Insurance

$7,500

PET

$7,500

Servicing

$1,750

PET

$2,750

Depreciation

$39,995

PET

$20,396

Compare Subaru Solterra AWD vs Subaru Forester 2.5i in detail See all Subaru running costs

Vs comparable petrol cars

5-year running cost against 3 petrol alternatives, same assumptions.

Vehicle	5-yr cost	Per km	Vs Solterra AWD
⚡ Subaru Solterra AWD	$55,143	$1	—
⛽ Subaru Forester 2.5i	$45,600	$1	−$9,543
⛽ Hyundai Kona 2.0 MPI	$40,166	$1	−$14,977
⛽ Toyota RAV4 GX 2.0	$42,639	$1	−$12,504

Green = the Solterra AWD is cheaper. Tap any petrol car for the full head-to-head.

FAQ

How much does it cost to run the Subaru Solterra AWD per year in Australia?: Around $11,029 per year, or $1/km, based on 15,000 km/year in NSW. That covers charging, registration, insurance, servicing and depreciation.
How much does it cost to charge the Subaru Solterra AWD?: Energy averages about $680 a year at 15,000 km with a mix of home, solar and public charging. Charging at home overnight (or on solar) is by far the cheapest option.
What is the 5-year running cost of the Subaru Solterra AWD?: About $55,143 over 5 years at 15,000 km/year in NSW, of which roughly $39,995 is depreciation and $3,398 is charging.
Is the Subaru Solterra AWD cheaper to run than the Subaru Forester 2.5i?: On pure running costs the gap is small over 5 years; the Subaru Solterra AWD's lower energy and servicing costs are partly offset by its higher purchase price and depreciation. The calculator above shows the full picture for your situation.