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BMW 5 Series Saloon vs Kia EV3 comparison
Compare performance (727 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (50,800 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW 5 Series Saloon or Kia EV3?
BMW 5 Series Saloon 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.
5 Series Saloon
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 clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the BMW 5 Series Saloon costs 50,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 19,980 £.
As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 605 km, about 500 km more than the BMW 5 Series Saloon.
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 BMW 5 Series Saloon offers significantly more power – delivering 727 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 523 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.5 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 4 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the BMW 5 Series Saloon is noticeably faster – 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: the BMW 5 Series Saloon delivers substantially more torque with 1,000 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 717 Nm more.
5 Series Saloon
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.
Both models weigh roughly the same – around 1,800 kg.
Looking at boot space, the BMW 5 Series Saloon offers moderately more boot space – 520 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 60 L.
When it comes to payload, the BMW 5 Series Saloon carries visibly more – 600 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 130 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The BMW 5 Series Saloon 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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BMW 5 Series Saloon
BMW 5 Series Saloon
Kia EV3
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BMW 5 Series Saloon
The BMW 5 Series Saloon blends executive poise with a driver's instinct, delivering a supple, refined cabin and a chassis that prefers composed authority over bravado. For buyers who want a grown-up commuter that still enjoys a twisty road, it’s the kind of car that keeps your colleagues impressed and your weekend grin intact.
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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.
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BMW 5 Series Saloon
Kia EV3
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
50,800 - 124,500 £
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Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.1 - 5.8 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
67 - 105 km
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Electric Range
436 - 605 km
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Battery Capacity
19 - 19.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
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co2
48 - 152 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
60 L
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Sedan
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
4
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,800 - 2,515 kg
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Curb weight
1,800 - 1,885 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 - 520 L
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Length
5,060 mm
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Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
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Width
1,900 - 1,970 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Height
1,515 mm
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Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
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Payload
425 - 600 kg
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Payload
470 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Diesel MHEV, 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
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
197 - 727 HP
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Power HP
204 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.5 - 7.5 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
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Max Speed
225 - 250 km/h
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Torque
330 - 1,000 Nm
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Torque
283 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 8
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
145 - 535 kW
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Power kW
150 kW
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Engine capacity
1,995 - 4,395 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, B, C
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
BMW
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Brand
Kia
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