Subaru Holds 2027 Solterra at $38,495 as EV SUV Keeps 288-Mile Range

Q: With its impressive new range, why does the 2027 Solterra lack basic EV features like a frunk?

The most likely reason is packaging: the Solterra’s front compartment is occupied by motors, power electronics, cooling hardware and crash structures, leaving no practical space for a frunk. That tradeoff fits the vehicle’s priorities. Subaru and Toyota built the Solterra on the shared e-TNGA platform and tuned it around all-wheel drive, 8.3 inches of ground clearance, and SUV capability. Those choices typically require more front-end hardware and underbody protection than a lower, rear-drive EV designed to maximize front storage. The Solterra also adds battery preconditioning, a NACS charge port and upgraded performance, but those improvements do not automatically create extra cargo space under the hood. The evidence in the available product details points the same way: Subaru highlights range, charging access, towing, V2L power, safety tech and rear cargo utility, while reviews and specifications note the absence of both a frunk and even a traditional glovebox. That suggests Subaru used the available space for engineering and cabin packaging rather than secondary storage. In short, the lack of a frunk is not unusual for this model’s layout. The 2027 Solterra appears designed to prioritize AWD capability, ride height, safety packaging and shared-platform efficiency over adding front-trunk storage.

3 articles · Updated · Electrek · Jun 18

$38,495 will remain the starting price for the 2027 Subaru Solterra when the electric SUV reaches dealerships this fall, matching the 2025 base MSRP despite last year's broad overhaul.
288 miles of estimated range comes from a 74.7-kWh battery across all trims, while a built-in NACS port opens access to more than 25,000 Tesla Superchargers in North America.
338 hp powers the XT trims, which Subaru says can reach 60 mph in about 5 seconds; standard Premium and Limited versions make 233 hp.
$41,395 to $45,855 covers the upper trims, all of which add features to a lineup that now includes a 14-inch touchscreen, EyeSight driver-assist tech and roughly 30-minute 10%-80% fast charging.