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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe vs Kia EV3 comparison

Compare performance (770 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (306,000 £ vs 40,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe or Kia EV3?

Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe vs Kia EV3: Key differences

Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly lighter
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Kia EV3

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • visibly more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

DBS Superleggera Coupe

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Kia EV3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 40,200 £ , while the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe costs 306,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 265,818 £.

EV3

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe offers significantly more power – delivering 770 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 505 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.4 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 6.6 s. That’s about 3.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe delivers considerably more torque with 900 Nm compared to 385 Nm. That’s about 515 Nm more.

DBS Superleggera Coupe

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: Kia EV3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe is very slightly lighter – 1,845 kg compared to 1,995 kg. The difference is around 150 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia EV3 offers visibly more boot space – 413 L compared to 270 L. That’s a difference of about 143 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV3 carries somewhat more – 485 kg compared to 420 kg. That’s a difference of about 65 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV3 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.

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EV3

Kia EV3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 265 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 572 km
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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe

The Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe looks like it was chiseled by a sculptor with a need for speed, pairing aristocratic elegance with a deliberately brutal stance. It delivers a mood‑altering soundtrack and intoxicating shove that turns ordinary drives into cinematic escapes — perfect for buyers who want drama without sacrificing refinement.

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pedro
8 May 2026, 11:01:53

Aesthetically it seems nicer to me, and I think it's better soundproofed.

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José
24 Dec 2025, 17:42:54

A good car for a small family. Easy and practical.

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Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe
Kia EV3

Costs and Consumption
Price
306,000 £
Price
40,200 - 43,900 £
Consumption L/100km
13.5 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
572 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
314 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
75 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Coupe
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
3
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,845 kg
Curb weight
1,995 kg
Trunk capacity
270 L
Trunk capacity
413 L
Length
4,715 mm
Length
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Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,285 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
420 kg
Payload
485 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
770 HP
Power HP
265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.4 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 s
Max Speed
338 km/h
Max Speed
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Torque
900 Nm
Torque
385 Nm
Number of Cylinders
12
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
566 kW
Power kW
195 kW
Engine capacity
5,204 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2023
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Aston Martin
Brand
Kia
What drivetrain options does the Aston Martin DBS Superleggera Coupe have?

Available configurations include Rear-Wheel Drive.

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