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| 480 hp | Horsepower | 215 hp |
| 700 lb-ft | Torque | 249 lb-ft |
| 320 mi. | Range | 227 mi. |
The excitement for electric SUVs is palpable, with automakers like Ford and Subaru making it easy, affordable, and rewarding for drivers to adopt all-electric lifestyles. Comparing models like the 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E vs 2024 Subaru Solterra showcases those characteristics and much more. How so? We see firsthand how Ford attentively listens to drivers' needs and responds to that feedback with the 2024 Mach-E, particularly the idea of satiating the need for speed and jaw-dropping performance. The 2024 Mach-E accomplishes this feat, leaving rivals like the 2024 Solterra in the dust.
While the models share the same classification as compact SUVs, they are worlds apart in terms of performance, technologies, and overall value. Subaru capitalizes on its reputation for building capable, all-season vehicles with the 2024 Solterra but asks drivers to pay a premium with the SUV's starting price of $44,995. In contrast, the 2024 Mach-E is more affordable and packed with value. Drivers can spend a modest $39,995 to get behind the wheel of the Mach-E's well-equipped base model that produces more horsepower and torque than its Subaru rival.[a]
But what else differentiates the 2024 Solterra and the 2024 Mach-E? Your search for an all-season, all-electric SUV likely started with the Subaru Solterra, which is no slouch in the segment. Yet, we're confident you'll end up part of the legendary Ford legacy and behind the wheel of a 2024 Mustang Mach-E. Here's a closer look at why and the significant differences that give the 2024 Mach-E an edge over the 2024 Solterra.
Ford and Subaru take streamlined approaches, offering the Mach-E and Solterra in a handful of trims with distinct personalities. Yet, there's a significant difference in value, as we see when comparing the lineups and trims. Ford gives drivers more for their money, giving the Mach-E an obvious lead.
The 2024 Solterra continues Subaru's reputation for building rugged, long-lasting vehicles, but that comes at a premium, with the SUV starting at $44,995. This must mean you get more with the Solterra, considering the Mach-E starts at $39,995 in 2024.[a] Unfortunately, that isn't the case. Instead, the Solterra offers far less with its single powertrain lineup and minimal features.
The Solterra Premium sets the baseline with the StarDrive electric drivetrain, symmetrical all-wheel drive, EyeSight Driver Assist Technologies, and an 8-inch display with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Limited upgrades the center display to a 12.3-inch screen, adding a Panoramic View Monitor, Advanced Park, and power-adjustable front seats. Opting for the top-tier Touring means more luxury, with its ventilated front seats and panoramic fixed glass roof pushing its price tag north of $51,000.
Ford does a far better job of offering value across the Mach-E's lineup in 2024, with the Select setting the baseline and proving your money goes further with the Blue Oval. For $39,995, the Select features BlueCruise hands-free driving, a 10.2-inch digital cluster, and a 15.5-inch touchscreen display with SYNC 4A and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.[a] Climbing to the Mach-E Premium gives you a choice of all-electric powertrains and drivetrains along with the addition of more features, like heated front-row seats, a heated steering wheel, power-folding mirrors, a 360-degree camera with split view, and a panoramic fixed glass roof.
The Mach-E GT and Rally are easily the most impressive in the lineup because they showcase the SUV's namesake and penchant for performance. The GT features an upgraded front eMotor, MagneRide Damping System, and Brembo brakes for exceptional handling and responsiveness, complemented by the Ford Performance front seats. You can also add the GT Performance Upgrade or get behind the wheel of the Rally, which rolls off the factory floor with the package.
The Rally boasts a head-turning design with its unique grille, spoiler, black-painted steel roof, Mach-E Rally graphics, and striping. It also promises to satiate every need for speed, with its Rallycross-tuned MagneRide damping system and the GT upgrade that readies it for the track with an enhanced electric powertrain that produces 700 lb-ft of instant torque.
Subaru is well-known for outfitting most of its lineup with symmetrical all-wheel drive, and the 2024 Solterra is no exception. The all-electric SUV promises all-season confidence and gives Subaru fans the opportunity to electrify their time in the driver's seat. However, the Solterra's single-engine lineup leaves much to be desired, especially compared to the Mach-E's various electric heartbeats.
The 2024 Solterra is only available as an all-wheel drive SUV powered by a 71.4-kWh battery and dual electric motors. At first glance, the Solterra's heartbeat is impressive, at least on paper. The electric powertrain produces 215 hp and 249 lb-ft of torque to make the SUV easy to accelerate. However, this doesn't translate to a class-leading driving range. The Solterra's estimated driving range is 227 miles, which is far less than rivals like the 2024 Mach-E.
Subaru's StarDrive powertrain outfits the Solterra with S-Pedal, X-Mode, and Driving Mode Select to give you more control over the SUV's performance and range. For example, paddle-mounted shifters let you engage S-Pedal and the SUV's regenerative braking, while X-MODE heightens the Solterra's handling in snow, dirt, snow, and mud where traction is questionable. You can also choose between Normal, Eco, and Power Mode, tailoring the Solterra's responsiveness and energy consumption to your specific driving needs.
As you venture beyond the Solterra to rivals like the Mach-E, it's easy to see how Ford goes above and beyond to ensure the all-electric SUV lives up to its namesake. The 2024 Mach-E's powertrain lineup includes single and dual motor options with a standard or extended-range battery that caters to various performance needs. The lineup starts with a 72-kWh battery and a single motor that produces 264 hp and 387 lb-ft of instant torque, instantly outperforming the Solterra's single powertrain. Even the driving range is better at an estimated 250 miles on the rear-wheel-drive SUV.
Adding a second motor to the 72-kWh battery means more power, with the configuration producing 325 hp and 500 lb-ft of instantaneous torque for exceptional off-the-line acceleration and handling in any condition because of its all-wheel drivetrain. The extended-range battery is just as impressive, with the single motor producing 290 hp and 387 lb-ft of torque and the dual motor delivering an impressive 365 hp and 500 lb-ft of torque. Most notably, the driving ranges for both configurations only differ by 20 miles, with the electric heartbeats offering as much as a 320-mile range on a fully charged battery.
The real showstopper in the Mach-E's 2024 powertrain lineup is its specialty-tuned dual motor setup in the GT and Rally trims. With the extended-range 91-kWh battery, the GT and Rally offer an extraordinary experience in the driver's seat as the engine produces 480 hp and 700 lb-ft of instant torque. This track-like performance guarantees the Mach-E can satiate every need for speed and, surprisingly, doesn't dramatically reduce the SUV's driving range. Instead, the Mach-E GT and Rally offer an estimated range of 280 miles with all-season confidence and heightened traction with its all-wheel drivetrain.
Technology is integral to every experience in the driver's seat, with Ford and Subaru relying on cutting-edge software and other technologies to ensure models like the 2024 Solterra and 2024 Mach-E run their best. This technology is extensive, stretching from active and passive safety and driver-assist tools to connectivity and navigation technologies. So, what can you expect from the models, and how does the 2024 Mach-E earn its title as the most tech-savvy in the segment?
Subaru outfits the 2024 Solterra with the technologies needed to keep you connected, informed, and aware as you navigate the road. This technology starts with a standard 8-inch touchscreen display or the available 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. The Solterra's infotainment system offers features comparable to the 2024 Mach-E, like hands-free connectivity, navigational tools, SiriusXM radio, and seamless access to your favorite music, news, weather, and other apps. Yet, while the features and apps are comparable, Ford's SYNC 4A system is far more intuitive, with the Mach-E gaining an undeniable advantage with its 10.2-inch digital driver cluster and expansive 15.5-inch touchscreen that overshadows its Subaru rival.
The same is true when comparing safety and driver-assist features in the 2024 Solterra and 2024 Mach-E. While Subaru and Ford are dedicated to improving driver safety, Ford goes the extra mile to offer more innovative technologies and features that promise a transformative and rewarding experience wherever you travel. How so?
The 2024 Solterra features Subaru's EyeSight Driver Assist Technologies, including tools like DriverFocus Distraction Mitigation, a Front Cross-Traffic Alert, Blind Spot Monitor, and Rear Camera Detection with Pedestrian Warning. You'll also find tools like Traffic Jam Assist, a Pre-Collision System, and Dynamic Radar Cruise Control with Lane Tracing. For 2024, Subaru also introduces its new Hands-Free Driving system that makes navigating stop-and-go traffic easier by letting you take your hands off the wheel when traveling at speeds up to 25 mph.
While the Solterra's promise of hands-free driving is exciting, it pales compared to the 2024 Mach-E and innovative technologies like BlueCruise. Instead of setting speed limitations, BlueCruise can navigate hundreds of thousands of compatible roadways across North America at any speed and without your hands on the wheel. This capability dramatically improves your experience when traveling, guaranteeing every ride is more enjoyable.
Ford complements the Mach-E's innovative BlueCruise with additional safety and driver-assist tools in the Ford Co-Pilot360 suite. Ford Co-Pilot360 equips the 2024 Mach-E with standard tools that outfit the SUV with a virtual spotter to heighten your situational awareness. These tools include a Lane-Keeping System, Evasive Steering Assist, Rear View Camera, Hill Descent Control, a Blind Spot Information System with Cross-Traffic Alert, Pre-Collision Assist with Automatic Emergency Braking, Adaptive Cruise Control, and BLIS with Trailer Coverage. This suite provides more comprehensive coverage, adding to the 2024 Mach-E's overall value and appeal.
Are you ready to take your experience in the driver's seat to the next level? The 2024 Subaru Solterra is attractive as an all-electric, all-wheel drive SUV, but it falls short compared to the 2024 Ford Mustang Mach-E. Building on its legendary namesake, the Mach-E promises and delivers more value, performance, and innovation than its rivals, making it the clear winner and segment leader.
Models like the 2024 Mustang Mach-E are one of the many reasons we love what we do at DePaula Ford. The Mach-E showcases Ford's success at thinking outside the box to exceed driver expectations. We share that approach, promising our customers a remarkable dealership experience defined by trust, respect, transparency, and integrity.
We're here to bring your Ford dreams to life without compromise. From shopping our selection to fulfilling our promise of a hassle-free purchase, you're guaranteed an extraordinary experience when you work with us. Add in our lifetime commitment to handling all your service needs, and it's no surprise why we're the most trusted Ford dealer in the region.
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