https://peertube.tv/videos/watch/74c23478-5342-422b-b954-128926e8e099 Last year, we got a chance to get behind the wheel of the Subaru Solterra, the Subaru-badged version of Toyota's bZ4X crossover SUV. At the time, we proclaimed it the "Best BusyForks That Isn't A Toyota" — and we found its rugged styling and practical features worth a look. But at the same time, we felt it wasn't quite as ready for adventure as its nameplate would expect. Last month, Nikki got the chance to drive the updated 2026 Solterra XT (or rather, the range-topping Solterra Touring XT). With meaningful upgrades on the previous model year, it packs more power, more range, better charging, and an overall better experience that makes it truly ready for adventures off the beaten trail. Here's why it's well worth a test-drive... if you can cope with its propensity to nag — and its musical tendencies. ⏱️ Chapter Breakdown: 00:00 - Introduction 01:58 - Montage 03:23 - Recap: The Original Solterra vs. Toyota bZ4X 04:41 - New Motors & Off-Road Modes 08:47 - 2026 Motor Lineup & Battery Upgrades 12:59 - Real-World Range vs. EPA Claims 15:29 - Interior Comfort & Cockpit Layout 18:08 - Buttons, Nagging & Chimes 22:20 - Driving Feel: Position, Acceleration & Steering 26:53 - Safety, Visibility & Practicality 31:33 - Tech & Audio 34:55 - Cons Roundup 39:29 - Verdict, Pricing & Who It's For 43:00 - Thanks and Goodbye! 👥 Today’s Sponsors 🌱 Electric Vehicle Association - https://www.myeva.org ⚡ EnergySage - https://www.kqzyfj.com/click-101290941-16952262 — ✊ Get Involved 🗳️ https://indivisible.org/town-hall-resources ❤️ Support the Show 📰 https://www.transportevolved.com 🔥 https://www.patreon.com/transportevolved ☕ https://ko-fi.com/transportevolved 📺 https://www.youtube.com/transportevolved 👕 https://www.redbubble.com/people/TransportEVd/ 🛍️ https://amzn.to/40xOyjm ₿ 1QRZRGCCXUKPDZ2DZ9KX9JYJXMZDYHYGFZ0MN4WH 💬 Join the Conversation 🐘 https://mastodon.transportevolved.com/@show 💬 https://discord.gg/9WAjfQn 💬 https://fluxer.gg/mcj8aehg 🌀 https://bsky.app/profile/transportevolved.bsky.social 🔁 Subscribe to our 2nd channel - https://www.youtube.com/transportevolvedtake2 🎙️ Credits: Host, Script, Editor: Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield Color: Vi Horton Art & Animation : Erin Carlie Producer: Nikki Gordon-Bloomfield Music: via Artlist.io Sat, 04 Jul 2026 11:18:06 GMT https://validator.w3.org/feed/docs/rss2.html PeerTube - https://peertube.tv https://peertube.tv/client/assets/images/icons/icon-1500x1500.png https://peertube.tv/videos/watch/74c23478-5342-422b-b954-128926e8e099 All rights reserved, unless otherwise specified in the terms specified at https://peertube.tv/about and potential licenses granted by each content's rightholder.