Solterra

Subaru's OG EV, the Solterra, is a five-passenger compact SUV that mixes a modicum of off-roadability with a small footprint. Co-developed with the near-identical Toyota bZ, the cosmetic similarities are obvious. But the Solterra comes only as a dual-motor, all-wheel-drive vehicle while the Toyota is also offered in single-motor, front-wheel-drive form. Formerly hobbled by its limited range, the 2026 Solterra sees a roughly 25 percent jump in miles-per-charge. That, along with faster charging and a freshly styled front end, makes the Solterra significantly more competitive and appealing. Interior styling is tidy if not overly expressive, and there's sufficient space for commuting and grocery runs. While it'll likely never be considered sporty, the new XT trim's 338 horsepower output promises adds a little pep to the proceedings.