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Kia EV9 vs Subaru Outback comparison

Compare performance (508 HP vs 169 HP), boot space and price (54,600 £ vs 40,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV9 or Subaru Outback?

Kia EV9 vs Subaru Outback: Key differences

Kia EV9

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  • clearly more power
  • substantially quicker 0–100 km/h
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Subaru Outback

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  • noticeably cheaper
  • clearly lighter
  • substantially more trunk space
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By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

EV9

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Subaru Outback is noticeably cheaper – starting at 40,000 £ , while the Kia EV9 costs 54,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 14,571 £.

Outback

Engine and Performance:

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 EV9 offers clearly more power – delivering 508 HP compared to 169 HP. That’s roughly 339 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV9 is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.6 s, while the Subaru Outback takes 10.2 s. That’s about 5.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV9 delivers considerably more torque with 740 Nm compared to 252 Nm. That’s about 488 Nm more.

EV9

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Kia EV9 offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Subaru Outback is clearly lighter – 1,643 kg compared to 2,392 kg. The difference is around 749 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Subaru Outback offers substantially more boot space – 561 L compared to 333 L. That’s a difference of about 228 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV9 carries very slightly more – 615 kg compared to 557 kg. That’s a difference of about 58 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV9 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

from £54,600
EV9

Kia EV9

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 204 - 508 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 443 - 563 km
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Kia EV9

The Kia EV9 is a bold, boxy electric SUV that looks like it could swallow your luggage and the in‑laws, with an interior that feels more lounge than cockpit and a presence that makes smaller rivals suddenly feel shy. On the road it delivers calm long‑distance composure with enough shove to keep overtakes effortless, and its tech and practicality make it an easy, sensible choice for buyers who want electric without compromise.

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Subaru Outback

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Costs and Consumption
Price
54,600 - 78,400 £
Price
40,000 - 44,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
8.6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
19.5 - 22.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
443 - 563 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
193 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Estate
Seats
6 - 7
Seats
5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
2,392 - 2,664 kg
Curb weight
1,643 - 1,676 kg
Trunk capacity
333 L
Trunk capacity
561 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,980 mm
Width
1,875 mm
Height
-
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
542 - 615 kg
Payload
524 - 557 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 - 508 HP
Power HP
169 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 9.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
10.2 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
350 - 740 Nm
Torque
252 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 - 374 kW
Power kW
124 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,498 cm3

General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Kia
Brand
Subaru
What drivetrain options does the Kia EV9 have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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