Global EV Comparison: Kia EV5 Long Range FWD vs Subaru Solterra AWD
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General Info
The Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €49990. Although the Kia EV5 Long Range FWD (2026-…) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia EV5 Long Range FWD | Subaru Solterra AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2026-… | 2022-… |
| Current Status | Announced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Japan |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €49990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €34990 |
| GCC Score | 7.3 | 6 |
Range and Efficiency
The Kia EV5 Long Range FWD (2026-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…).
| Property | Kia EV5 Long Range FWD | Subaru Solterra AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 893 km | 365 km |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 466 km |
| Range (GCC) | 848 km | 372 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 81.4 kWh | 71.4 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 78 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 9.2 kWh/100 km | 17.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 10.87 km/kWh | 5.81 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 10 | 6.7 |
Charging
The Kia EV5 Long Range FWD (2026-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Kia EV5 Long Range FWD (2026-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 120 kW, while the Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) maxes out at 100 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Kia EV5 Long Range FWD | Subaru Solterra AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 120 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 800 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 7 | 5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are all-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Kia EV5 Long Range FWD | Subaru Solterra AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 160 kW | 160 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 215 hp | 215 hp |
| Motor Torque | 480 Nm | 337 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.9 s | 6.9 s |
| Top Speed | 185 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4 | 3.7 |
Dimensions
The Kia EV5 Long Range FWD (2026-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…).
The Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia EV5 Long Range FWD | Subaru Solterra AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4615 mm | 4690 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1875 mm | 1860 mm |
| Height | 1715 mm | 1650 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2750 mm | 2850 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Kia EV5 Long Range FWD (2026-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Kia EV5 Long Range FWD (2026-…), but the Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…) doesn’t have one.
The Kia EV5 Long Range FWD (2026-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Subaru Solterra AWD (2022-…).
| Property | Kia EV5 Long Range FWD | Subaru Solterra AWD |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1958 kg | 2010 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 513 l | 452 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1714 l | 784 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 67 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1250 kg | 750 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.6 | 6.9 |
