Subaru has chosen the Los Angeles Auto Show to introduce the U.S.-spec Solterra. Set to go on sale in the middle of next year, the EV was jointly developed alongside the Toyota bZ4X and features a similar design. However, the Solterra sports a more traditional front fascia with a fully enclosed grille that is flanked by LED headlights and prominent fog lights. The rest of the design is virtually identical to the bZ4X, but the Solterra has revised badging and unique taillights. They’re joined by a split spoiler and options such as roof rails and a panoramic glass roof.

The feeling of déjà vu continues in the cabin as the interior is almost a mirror image of the bZ4X. As a result, it features a freestanding digital instrument cluster and a chunky steering wheel. However, Subaru provided a bit more information as they confirmed the crossover will be offered with a 12.3-inch infotainment system featuring wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Subaru also revealed the model will have a cargo capacity of up to 850 liters, which can be expanded by folding the rear seats down. The Solterra promises to be spacious and that’s not surprising as the bZ4X offers a ton of rear seat legroom.

 

Getting back to equipment, the Solterra will have a host of driver assistance systems including auto high-beam headlights, a blind spot monitor with lane change assist, and rear cross-traffic alert. Other safety features include safe exit assist, a surround view camera system and parking support brake, which can automatically apply the brakes if an obstacle is detected while reversing. While the Japanese version of the Solterra is offered with front- and all-wheel drive, the US-spec model is available exclusively with the latter. It’s a dual motor setup that produces a combined output of 215 hp and 336 Nm of torque.

Power is provided by a “high-capacity lithium-ion battery pack,” which presumably has a capacity of 72.8 kWh. Subaru said the crossover should have a range in excess of 354 km on a single charge. The company also said fast-charging technology will allow for the battery to be charged to 80 percent in less than an hour.