Compare performance (204 HP vs 169 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 40,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Subaru Outback?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Kia EV3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Subaru Outback costs 40,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,172 £.
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV3 offers somewhat more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 35 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV3 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.2 s. That’s about 2.7 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV3 delivers moderately more torque with 283 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 31 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Subaru Outback is marginally lighter – 1,643 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 157 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Subaru Outback offers slightly more boot space – 561 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 101 L.
When it comes to payload, the Subaru Outback carries moderately more – 557 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 87 kg.
The Kia EV3 is decisively ahead in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.
The Kia EV3 arrives as a cheeky, practical electric compact that manages to feel both premium and playful, delivering crisp handling and a roomy cabin that's perfect for urban life. With smart tech, friendly styling and sensible pricing, the EV3 is the kind of car that makes switching to electric feel like a no-brainer without asking you to give anything important up.
detailsThe Subaru Outback is the do-it-all wagon for buyers who want SUV capability without the SUV bulk, blending rugged confidence with everyday civility. It's practical, dependable, and built to shrug off rough gravel tracks or rainy commutes with a grin — ideal for buyers who actually use their vehicles, not just park them for show.
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Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
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Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
436 - 605 km
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Electric Range
-
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Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
193 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,800 - 1,885 kg
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Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
561 L
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Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,850 mm
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Width
1,875 mm
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Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
470 kg
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Payload
524 - 557 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 HP
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Power HP
169 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
283 Nm
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Torque
252 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
150 kW
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Power kW
124 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
2,498 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Subaru
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