Subaru of America reported 45,790 vehicle sales in February, a two percent increase from the same period last year. This brings the total number of cars sold in the US this year to over 90,000, a 1.3 percent year-over-year increase. Of particular interest is the all-electric Subaru Solterra model, which is a cousin of the Toyota bZ4X. In its fourth month on the market, the Solterra sold 347 units, representing 0.8 percent of Subaru’s total sales. This was slightly lower than January’s figures, but this could be attributed to the wheel hub bolts recall. It remains to be seen what the long-term sales level of the Solterra will be – will it remain at a few hundred units or will it increase? So far this year, 846 Solterras have been sold in the US, with a cumulative total of 1,765. This is not a high volume result, but it still accounts for one percent of Subaru’s total sales. We will have to wait until next month to see how the Solterra fares against the Toyota bZ4X (these numbers are released quarterly). The biggest challenge for both models going forward may be the lack of eligibility for the $7,500 federal tax credit. This could be a major setback for the Solterra, which has an MSRP of $44,995 (+$1,225 DST), especially when compared to other crossover/SUV competitors that are eligible for the incentive. The Solterra has a 72.8-kilowatt-hour (kWh) battery and a dual motor all-wheel drive system (160 kilowatts) that provides an EPA combined range of 228 miles (367 kilometers). Subaru also offers one plug-in hybrid model, the Subaru Crosstrek Hybrid plug-in hybrid, but its sales are not reported separately (it is counted together with other Crosstrek versions). The Crosstrek Hybrid plug-in hybrid uses Toyota Prius Prime components (8.8 kWh battery) and has an EPA EV range of about 17 miles (27 km). Its MSRP starts at $36,845 (+$1,225 DST).
FAQ
Q1: Are electric car batteries recyclable?
A1: Yes, electric car batteries are recyclable.
Q2: Are electric car chargers free?
A2: It depends on the charger and the location. Some electric car chargers are free, while others may require a fee.
Q3: Can electric car batteries be rebuilt?
A3: Yes, electric car batteries can be rebuilt with the right tools and knowledge.
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