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BMW i4 vs Kia EV3 comparison

Compare performance (601 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (49,400 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW i4 or Kia EV3?

BMW i4 vs Kia EV3: Key differences

BMW i4

5 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
  • barely more efficient
  • very slightly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Kia EV3

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit lighter
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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

i4

Costs and Efficiency:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Kia EV3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the BMW i4 costs 49,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 18,523 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the BMW i4 is barely more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 14.9 kWh/100km for the Kia EV3. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW i4 offers very slightly more range – reaching up to 613 km, about 8 km more than the Kia EV3.

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 i4 offers substantially more power – delivering 601 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 397 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BMW i4 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.7 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW i4 delivers significantly more torque with 795 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 512 Nm more.

i4

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia EV3 is a bit lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 2,070 kg. The difference is around 270 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW i4 offers only slightly more boot space – 470 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW i4 carries very slightly more – 480 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW i4 is far ahead overall 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 £49,400
i4

BMW i4

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 601 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 16.7 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 514 - 613 km
BMW i4
Kia EV3

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BMW i4

The BMW i4 arrives with the poise of a classic Gran Coupé, marrying BMW's playful handling with a sleek, modern interior that makes switching to electric feel like an upgrade rather than a compromise. For buyers who want a practical daily driver that still enjoys a spirited back-road run, the i4 quietly delivers smiles and a surprising dose of driver engagement.

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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 i4
Kia EV3

Costs and Consumption

Price
49,400 - 62,500 £
Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.7 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
514 - 613 km
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,070 - 2,285 kg
Curb weight
1,800 - 1,885 kg
Trunk capacity
470 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
-
Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
Width
1,852 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
Payload
445 - 480 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
286 - 601 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.7 - 6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
400 - 795 Nm
Torque
283 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
210 - 442 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Kia
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