2024 Kia EV6 vs. 2025 Subaru Outback Review

Picture of the 2024 Kia EV6

2024 Kia
EV6

MSRP*: $42,600 to $61,600
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Picture of the 2025 Subaru Outback

2025 Subaru
Outback

MSRP*: $29,010 to $42,910
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MPG - City Info not available 21 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy Info not available 26 - 32 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space 50.2 ft3 75.6 ft3
Engine
  • 167-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 225-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 320-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 576-hp, Electric Motor (Electric Fuel System)
  • 182-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 260-hp, 2.4-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Automatic Continuously Variable
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Rear Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive
Horsepower 167 - 576 hp 182 - 260 hp
Towing Capacity 2,300 lbs 2,700 - 3,500 lbs
Exterior Length 184.3 - 184.8 in 191.3 - 191.9 in
Exterior Width 74.0 - 74.4 in 74.2 - 74.6 in
Leg Room Front 42.4 in
Rear 39.0 in
Front 42.8 in
Rear 39.5 in
Head Room Front 36.8 - 39.6 in
Rear 38.0 in
Front 39.1 - 40.1 in
Rear 39.1 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
Passengers in the backseat will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Subaru Outback than in the Kia EV6, due to its greater head- and legroom. As far as headroom and legroom go, there's not much difference between front seat comfort in the Kia EV6 and the Subaru Outback.

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 Kia EV6 will definitely make more of a dent in your wallet than the Subaru Outback, which has a much lower MSRP.

Dimensions
The Kia EV6 is about the same width as the Subaru Outback. The Kia EV6 is slightly shorter than the Subaru Outback, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Kia EV6 has a larger turning radius than the Subaru Outback, making it slightly more difficult to maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
In terms of towing capacity, the Subaru Outback is clearly the choice over the Kia EV6 for pulling heavy loads. The Kia EV6 has a little more horsepower than the Subaru Outback.

Powertrain
The Kia EV6 has much lower torque than the Subaru Outback, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating, you'll be able to fit about the same number of people in both the Kia EV6 and the Subaru Outback. The Kia EV6 has significantly less cargo capacity than the Subaru Outback.