Head-to-head
Alfa Romeo Junior vs KGM Torres EVX
Just $100 separates the Alfa Romeo Junior and KGM Torres EVX on starting price, but the KGM Torres EVX goes 55 km further on a charge. Here's where the rest of the spec sheets pull apart.
Option A · SUV
Alfa Romeo Junior
Alfa Romeo's first electric SUV — a small Stellantis-platform crossover built in Pomigliano d'Arco. The Veloce variant cuts 0-100 to 6 seconds with a sportier tune.
- From
- $57,900
- Range
- 407 km
- Battery
- 54 kWh
Option B · SUV
KGM Torres EVX
KGM's mid-size electric SUV — 80.6 kWh LFP battery, 462 km WLTP range, and a class-leading 839 L boot. Korean-built engineering at a sub-$60k price point.
- From
- $58,000
- Range
- 462 km
- Battery
- 80.6 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Alfa Romeo Junior and KGM Torres EVX, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage KGM Torres EVX
The KGM Torres EVX goes 55 km further on a charge (462 vs 407 km WLTP).
- 2
Boot · advantage KGM Torres EVX
The KGM Torres EVX swallows 439 L more cargo with the rear seats up (839 vs 400 L).
- 3
Battery · advantage KGM Torres EVX
The KGM Torres EVX carries a 26.6 kWh larger battery (80.6 vs 54 kWh).
- 4
Warranty · advantage KGM Torres EVX
The KGM Torres EVX covers the vehicle for 4 more years (7 vs 3 yrs).
- 5
DC charging · advantage KGM Torres EVX
The KGM Torres EVX accepts 30 kW more DC peak charging (130 vs 100 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Alfa Romeo Junior wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $100
Where the KGM Torres EVX wins
- ▸ 55 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (8.1s vs 9s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (130 kW vs 100 kW)
- ▸ Longer warranty (7 years)
Alfa Romeo Junior
What we like
- ✓ Distinctive Alfa Romeo design
- ✓ Genuine Italian heritage in a small EV
- ✓ Useful 400 L boot
What we don't
- ✕ Just 3-year vehicle warranty
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP rated
- ✕ Pricing premium over near-identical Jeep Avenger
KGM Torres EVX
What we like
- ✓ Class-leading 839 L boot
- ✓ 10-year battery warranty
- ✓ Korean-built quality at Chinese-import pricing
What we don't
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
- ✕ KGM dealer network rebuilding
- ✕ Modest WLTP range for the battery size
Frequently asked: Alfa Romeo Junior vs KGM Torres EVX
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Alfa Romeo Junior or the KGM Torres EVX?
- The Alfa Romeo Junior is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $57,900 versus $58,000 for the KGM Torres EVX, a $100 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The KGM Torres EVX has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 462 km, 55 km further than the Alfa Romeo Junior's 407 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The KGM Torres EVX accepts a peak DC charging rate of 130 kW versus 100 kW for the Alfa Romeo Junior. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The KGM Torres EVX does 0–100 km/h in 8.1 seconds — 0.9 s quicker than the Alfa Romeo Junior's 9.0 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
- Which has the longer warranty?
- The KGM Torres EVX is covered by a 7-year vehicle warranty, versus 3 years for the Alfa Romeo Junior. Both also carry separate high-voltage battery warranties — check the manufacturer's site for the latest kilometre and condition limits.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Alfa Romeo Junior
if…
- ✓ you match the profile: alfa loyalists
Choose the
KGM Torres EVX
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (55 km further per charge)
- ✓ you regularly load it up (439 L more boot)
- ✓ peace-of-mind warranty matters (4 more years of cover)
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.