2025 BMW X5 vs. 2024 Subaru Solterra Review

Picture of the 2025 BMW X5

2025 BMW
X5

MSRP*: $66,300 to $90,850
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Picture of the 2024 Subaru Solterra

2024 Subaru
Solterra

MSRP*: $44,995 to $51,995
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MPG - City 17 - 23 MPG Info not available
MPG - Hwy 22 - 27 MPG Info not available
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 72.3 ft3 63.5 ft3
Engine
  • 375-hp, 3.0-liter, Straight 6 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 523-hp, 4.4-liter, 8 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
  • 215-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 375 - 523 hp 215 hp
Towing Capacity 6,603 lbs Info not available
Exterior Length 194.3 in 184.6 in
Exterior Width 78.9 in 73.2 in
Leg Room Front 39.8 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 42.1 in
Rear 35.3 in
Head Room Front 40.7 - 40.8 in
Rear 38.7 in
Front 38.6 - 38.8 in
Rear 37.1 - 38.0 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Rear passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the BMW X5 than in the Subaru Solterra. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the BMW X5 and the Subaru Solterra.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). The BMW X5 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Subaru Solterra, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
Since the BMW X5 is much wider than the Subaru Solterra, finding a wide enough spot in a parking lot may be a bit more challenging. If you go with the BMW X5, you may be circling the block looking for a space large enough to park more often than with the Subaru Solterra.

Handling
The BMW X5 has a significantly larger turning radius than the Subaru Solterra, making it much more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the BMW X5 greatly out-muscles the Subaru Solterra.

Powertrain
Due to its much higher torque, the BMW X5 does a much better job of transmitting its engine's horsepower to its wheels than the Subaru Solterra.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the BMW X5 and the Subaru Solterra. The BMW X5 has a roomier cargo area for putting your bags or other items than the Subaru Solterra.