Kia Niro EV vs Subaru Trailseeker
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2027 Subaru Trailseeker
Overview
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Subaru TrailseekerPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Wind | Premium |
| Body style | SUV | SUV |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | all wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | electric |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | electric | electric |
| Model year | 2026 | 2027 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Subaru TrailseekerPremium |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $39,700 (best) | $39,995 |
| Lowest listing price | $20,151 (best) | $45,850 |
| Median listing price | $32,108 (best) | $45,850 |
| Highest listing price | $48,090 | $45,850 (best) |
| For sale now | 24 (best) | 1 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Subaru TrailseekerPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPGe | 113 MPGe | 117 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | 253 mi | 281 mi (best) |
| Battery capacity | 64 kWh | 74 kWh (best) |
| 240V charge time | 7.5 hr (best) | 8 hr |
Performance
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Subaru TrailseekerPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 201 hp | 375 hp (best) |
| Torque | 188 lb-ft (best) | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Subaru TrailseekerPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 63.7 cu ft | 74 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,803 lbs (best) | 4,395 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.9 in | 8.5 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 112.2 in (best) |
| Length | 174 in | 190.8 in (best) |
| Width | 71.9 in | 73.2 in (best) |
| Height | 61.8 in | 65.9 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia Niro EVWind | Subaru TrailseekerPremium |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Kia Niro EV | Subaru Trailseeker |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wind $39,700 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Premium $39,995 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | Wave $44,700 MSRP | Limited $43,995 MSRP |
| 3 | — | Touring $46,555 MSRP |
| 4 | — | Touring $46,855 MSRP |
Live inventory
Kia Niro EV24 for sale
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Used2023 Kia Niro EV
Wind
Blue•Charcoal45,873 mi$20,151Cadillac Marin
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New2026 Kia Niro EV
WIND
Mineral Blue•Charcoal5 mi$41,307Giambalvo Kia of York
York, PA
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2026 Kia Niro EV
Wind
Steel Gray•Charcoal11 mi$32,775Jersey City Kia
Jersey City, NJ
Certified2025 Kia Niro EV
Wind
Interstellar Gray•Charcoal2,861 mi$26,855Bridgewater Kia
Finderne, NJ
Certified2024 Kia Niro EV
Wind
Runway Red•Charcoal8,056 mi$23,944Bridgewater Kia
Finderne, NJ
New2026 Kia Niro EV
Wind
SNOW WHITE PEARL•Charcoal5 mi$43,275Bridgewater Kia
Finderne, NJ
Subaru Trailseeker1 for sale
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Kia Niro EV vs Subaru Trailseeker FAQ
- Which is better: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2027 Subaru Trailseeker?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2026 Kia Niro EV vs 2027 Subaru Trailseeker on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2027 Subaru Trailseeker?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2026 Kia Niro EV starts lower at $39,700. Live Kia Niro EV listings start at $20,151. Live Subaru Trailseeker listings start at $45,850.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2027 Subaru Trailseeker?
- The 2026 Kia Niro EV leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (39,700).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2027 Subaru Trailseeker?
- The 2027 Subaru Trailseeker leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (281).
- Which has better horsepower: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2027 Subaru Trailseeker?
- The 2027 Subaru Trailseeker leads on horsepower in this comparison (375).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2026 Kia Niro EV or 2027 Subaru Trailseeker?
- The 2027 Subaru Trailseeker leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).