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BMW 3 Series Touring vs Kia EV3 comparison
Compare performance (530 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (41,100 £ vs 40,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 3 Series Touring or Kia EV3?
BMW 3 Series Touring vs Kia EV3: Key differences
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
3 Series Touring
Costs and Efficiency:
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Kia EV3 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 40,200 £ , while the BMW 3 Series Touring costs 41,100 £ . That’s a price difference of around 875 £.
As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 572 km, about 475 km more than the BMW 3 Series Touring.
EV3
Engine and Performance:
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the BMW 3 Series Touring offers clearly more power – delivering 530 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 265 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 3 Series Touring is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.6 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 6.6 s. That’s about 3 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW 3 Series Touring delivers significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 385 Nm. That’s about 315 Nm more.
3 Series Touring
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 terms of curb weight, BMW 3 Series Touring is clearly lighter – 1,650 kg compared to 1,995 kg. The difference is around 345 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 3 Series Touring offers a bit more boot space – 500 L compared to 413 L. That’s a difference of about 87 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 3 Series Touring carries only slightly more – 520 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 35 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 3 Series Touring 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.
from £41,100
BMW 3 Series Touring
BMW 3 Series Touring
Kia EV3
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BMW 3 Series Touring
The BMW 3 Series Touring blends sporting poise with everyday practicality, wrapping sharp handling and a premium cabin into a wagon that actually makes errands feel enjoyable. It’s the kind of car that hides a family-hauler’s sense of duty beneath a driver's-car attitude — useful, classy, and just cheeky enough to make you smile on the open road.
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Kia EV3
The Kia EV3 is a stylish, user-friendly electric crossover that focuses on practicality and a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It delivers a comfortable ride with intuitive technology and efficient everyday performance, making it a sensible choice for city and family use.
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BMW 3 Series Touring
Kia EV3
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
41,100 - 93,300 £
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Price
40,200 - 43,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.5 - 10.3 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
91 - 97 km
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Electric Range
572 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
57 - 233 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,650 - 2,025 kg
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Curb weight
1,995 kg
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Trunk capacity
410 - 500 L
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Trunk capacity
413 L
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Length
-
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Length
-
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Width
1,827 - 1,903 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Height
-
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
430 - 520 kg
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Payload
485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
150 - 530 HP
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Power HP
265 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 8.8 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
250 - 700 Nm
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Torque
385 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 6
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
110 - 390 kW
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Power kW
195 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 2,998 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, F, G, B
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Kia
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