Kia EV6 Long Range RWD vs Subaru Solterra Touring

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Subaru Solterra Touring 6.9 s Runner-up: 7.3 s
Range winner Kia EV6 Long Range RWD 535 km Runner-up: 451 km
Power winner Kia EV6 Long Range RWD 229 hp Runner-up: 218 hp
Cargo winner Kia EV6 Long Range RWD 480 L Runner-up: 441 L
Price winner Kia EV6 Long Range RWD $43,100 Runner-up: $46,295

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD against the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2025 Subaru Solterra Touring has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 6.9 seconds, compared with 7.3 seconds for 2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD. 2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD has the higher listed output at 229 hp; 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring is rated at 218 hp, a difference of 11 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD at 350 Nm and 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring at 337 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD carries the longer listed range at 535 km, against 451 km for 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring. 2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD has the lower recorded consumption at 15.7 kWh/100km; 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring is listed at 15.8 kWh/100km. 2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 233 kW, compared with 147 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 480 litres versus 441 litres, a difference of 39 litres. 2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD carries the higher towing rating at 1,600 kg, while 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring is listed at 750 kg. 2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD is 5 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD has the lower listed starting price at $43,100, compared with $46,295 for 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring. 2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Kia EV6 Long Range RWD2026 Subaru Solterra Touring2025
Performance
0-100 km/h7.3 s6.9 s
Top Speed185 km/h160 km/h
Power229 hp218 hp
Torque350 Nm337 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range535 km451 km
Battery84 kWh71.4 kWh
Efficiency15.7 kWh/100km15.8 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging233 kW147 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,695 mm4,690 mm
Ground Clearance160 mm210 mm
Cargo480 L441 L
Curb Weight1,940 kg1,930 kg
Towing1,600 kg750 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle11.6 m12.0 m
Starting MSRP$43,100$46,295

Kia EV6 Long Range RWD vs Subaru Solterra Touring questions answered

Which is faster, the 2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD or the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring?

2025 Subaru Solterra Touring is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 6.9 seconds, versus 7.3 seconds for 2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD or the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring?

2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD has the higher listed top speed at 185 km/h (115 mph), compared with 160 km/h (99 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD or the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring?

2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD has more power at 229 hp, a 11 hp advantage over 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring.

Which has more range, the 2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD or the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring?

2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD has the longer listed range at 535 km (332 miles), versus 451 km (280 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD or the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring?

2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD has the larger listed battery at 84.0 kWh, compared with 71.4 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD or the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring?

2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD has more listed cargo space at 480 litres (17.0 cu ft), versus 441 litres (15.6 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD or the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring?

2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,600 kg (3,527 lb), compared with 750 kg (1,653 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD or the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring?

2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD is heavier at 1,940 kg (4,277 lb), while 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring is listed at 1,930 kg (4,255 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD or the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring?

2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $43,100 USD, compared with $46,295 USD for 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD or the 2025 Subaru Solterra Touring?

2026 Kia EV6 Long Range RWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.