Kia EV6 vs. Subaru Outback
When comparing the Kia EV6 to the Subaru Outback, the Kia EV6 has the advantage in the area of base engine power. The Subaru Outback has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and interior volume. Based on this comparison of the Kia EV6 versus the Subaru Outback, the Subaru Outback is a better car than the Kia EV6.
Kia EV6 versus Subaru Outback Pricing
A used 2023 Kia EV6 ranges from $48,868 to $64,258 while a used 2023 Subaru Outback is priced between $32,997 to $43,990. For a new model, the Kia EV6's price is between $50,459 and $65,014, with the Subaru Outback priced between $33,319 and $44,417.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia EV6’s base engine makes 225 horsepower, and the Subaru Outback base engine makes 182 horsepower. The EV6 is rated to deliver an average of 127 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 310 miles. The Outback is rated to deliver an average of 28 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 592 miles. The EV6 uses electricity, and the Outback uses regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
The Subaru Outback has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front shoulder room, front leg room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and trunk space.
Hauling, Towing, and Off-Road Capabilities Comparison
The Kia EV6 has the advantage of offering higher payload capacity, while the Subaru Outback has the advantage of offering higher ground clearance.
Safety Ratings Comparison
The Subaru Outback has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$50,459 - $65,014
Used Asking Price:
$48,868 - $64,258
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Pricing
New Asking Price:
$33,319 - $44,417
Used Asking Price:
$32,997 - $43,990
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
39.5%
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
iSeeCars Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.8 / 10
Reliability:
8.4 / 10
Retained Value:
8.0 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
iSeeCars Rankings
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iSeeCars Rankings
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2 out of / 14Most Reliable Small SUVs
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3 out of / 24Ranking
6 out of / 61Ranking
7 out of / 24Small SUVs with Best Resale Value
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9 out of / 24Crossover SUVs with Best Resale Value
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14 out of / 61Ranking
15 out of / 61Summary Review
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Summary Review
The Subaru Outback has been a staple on American roads since its inception in 1994. Two different Subaru models, sold side-by-side, bore the Outback name: the wagon-style crossover-SUV we associate with the name today, and the Outback Sport, which eventually became the Crosstrek. The Outback is best known for its standard all-wheel drive, excellent utility, and all-weather capability. New models of the Outback average $36,354 and 3-year-old models average $25,939.
Pros and Cons
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Pros and Cons
- Utilitarian with easy entry and exit and highly function cargo space
- Comfortable ride quality with an upscale interior
- Excellent all-weather and light off-road capability
- Not always fast or inspirational for driving enthusiasts
- Similarly-sized SUVs often have more cargo and passenger room
- Fuel economy can be less than expected
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Body Styles
SUV
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Trim Levels
GT, GT-Line, Wind
Trim Levels
Base, Limited, Limited XT, Onyx Edition, Onyx Edition XT, Premium, Touring, Touring XT, Wilderness
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
225 hp
Torque:
258 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.053 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
182 hp @ 5800 rpm
Torque:
176 foot-lbs @ 4400 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.050 hp per pound
Towing Capacity:
Not yet available
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
RWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
127 / 101 / 117
Range (city/hwy):
310 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
77.4 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
68 hours (120V)
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Flat/Horizontally Opposed
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
AWD
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway/Combined MPG):
26 / 32 / 28
MPGe:
Not applicable
Range (city/hwy):
481 / 592 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Battery Size/Capacity:
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Standard
Leather Upholstery:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Apple CarPlay:
Standard
Android Auto:
Standard
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Standard
Heated Seats:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Safety Equipment
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Standard
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Available
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Available
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Available
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.4 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
57.8 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Cargo Space:
24.4 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
50.2 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
127.4 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
40.1 inches
Front Leg Room:
42.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.1 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.1 inches
Rear Leg Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.4 inches
Cargo Space:
32.6 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
75.6 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
141.6 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
4255 lbs
Width:
74 inches
Height:
60.8 inches
Length:
184.3 inches
Wheelbase:
114.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.1 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3641 lbs
Width:
82 inches
Height:
66.4 inches
Length:
191.1 inches
Wheelbase:
108.1 inches
Ground Clearance:
8.7 inches
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
19.0 x 7.5 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
235/55R19
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
17.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
alloy
Tire Size:
225/65R17
