Deutschland
France
Nederland
Great Britain
Sverige
Norge
Danmark
Suomi
Italia
Polska
EspañaVS
BMW 3 Series Saloon vs Kia EV3 – Which one offers the better deal?
Two cars, one duel: BMW 3 Series Saloon meets Kia EV3.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!
3 Series Saloon
@ BMW Group Press
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 has a clearly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £, while the BMW 3 Series Saloon costs 39900 £. That’s a price difference of around 9094 £.
As for range, the Kia EV3 performs clearly better – achieving up to 605 km, about 504 km more than the BMW 3 Series Saloon.
EV3
@ Kia Corporation
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Saloon has a clearly edge – offering 530 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 326 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Saloon is decisively quicker – completing the sprint in 3.50 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.50 s. That’s about 4 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the BMW 3 Series Saloon performs evident better – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: BMW 3 Series Saloon pulls convincingly stronger with 700 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 417 Nm difference.
3 Series Saloon
@ BMW Group Press
Space and Everyday Use:
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In curb weight, BMW 3 Series Saloon is a bit lighter – 1575 kg compared to 1800 kg. The difference is around 225 kg.
In terms of boot space, the BMW 3 Series Saloon offers barely noticeable more room – 480 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 20 L.
When it comes to payload, BMW 3 Series Saloon barely noticeable takes the win – 495 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.
Who wins the race?
The BMW 3 Series Saloon proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
BMW 3 Series Saloon is the better all-rounder in this comparison.
from about £39,900
@ BMW Group Press
BMW 3 Series Saloon
BMW 3 Series Saloon
The BMW 3 Series Saloon seamlessly blends elegance with sporty performance, offering a driving experience that's both dynamic and refined. Its meticulously crafted interior and intuitive technology create a comfortable and connected environment for both driver and passengers. On the road, the 3 Series delivers agile handling and a smooth ride, making it a standout choice in its class.
details
@ BMW Group Press
@ BMW Group Press
@ BMW Group Press
@ BMW Group Press
@ BMW Group Press
Kia EV3
The Kia EV3 arrives as a cheeky, practical electric compact that manages to feel both premium and playful, delivering crisp handling and a roomy cabin that's perfect for urban life. With smart tech, friendly styling and sensible pricing, the EV3 is the kind of car that makes switching to electric feel like a no-brainer without asking you to give anything important up.
details
@ Kia Corporation
@ Kia Corporation
@ Kia Corporation
BMW 3 Series Saloon
Kia EV3
|
@ BMW Group Press
|
@ Kia Corporation
|
|
|
|
Costs and Consumption |
|
|---|---|
|
Price
39900 - 91000 £
|
Price
30800 - 41700 £
|
|
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 10.1 L
|
Consumption L/100km
-
|
|
Consumption kWh/100km
-
|
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh
|
|
Electric Range
96 - 101 km
|
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
|
|
Battery Capacity
19.50 kWh
|
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
|
|
co2
54 - 227 g/km
|
co2
0 g/km
|
|
Fuel tank capacity
40 - 59 L
|
Fuel tank capacity
-
|
Dimensions and Body |
|
|---|---|
|
Body Type
Sedan
|
Body Type
SUV
|
|
Seats
5
|
Seats
5
|
|
Doors
4
|
Doors
5
|
|
Curb weight
1575 - 1960 kg
|
Curb weight
1800 - 1885 kg
|
|
Trunk capacity
375 - 480 L
|
Trunk capacity
460 L
|
|
Length
4713 - 4801 mm
|
Length
4300 - 4310 mm
|
|
Width
1827 - 1903 mm
|
Width
1850 mm
|
|
Height
1437 - 1446 mm
|
Height
1560 - 1570 mm
|
|
Max trunk capacity
-
|
Max trunk capacity
1251 L
|
|
Payload
405 - 495 kg
|
Payload
470 kg
|
Engine and Performance |
|
|---|---|
|
Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
|
Engine Type
Electric
|
|
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
|
Transmission
Automatic
|
|
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
|
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
|
|
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
|
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
|
|
Power HP
150 - 530 HP
|
Power HP
204 HP
|
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 8.6 s
|
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
|
|
Max Speed
218 - 250 km/h
|
Max Speed
170 km/h
|
|
Torque
250 - 700 Nm
|
Torque
283 Nm
|
|
Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
|
Number of Cylinders
-
|
|
Power kW
110 - 390 kW
|
Power kW
150 kW
|
|
Engine capacity
1995 - 2998 cm3
|
Engine capacity
-
|
General |
|
|---|---|
|
Model Year
2024 - 2025
|
Model Year
2024
|
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
|
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
|
|
Brand
BMW
|
Brand
Kia
|
What drive types are available for the BMW 3 Series Saloon?
The BMW 3 Series Saloon is offered with Rear-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.
The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.