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BMW iX vs Kia EV3 comparison

Compare performance (659 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (71,600 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BMW iX or Kia EV3?

BMW iX vs Kia EV3: Key differences

BMW iX

3.9 (1 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • slightly more electric range
  • clearly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly more trunk space
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Kia EV3

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • substantially cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • considerably 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

iX

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia EV3 is substantially cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the BMW iX costs 71,600 £ . That’s a price difference of around 40,723 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV3 is a bit more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 17.8 kWh/100km for the BMW iX. That’s a difference of about 2.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the BMW iX offers slightly more range – reaching up to 701 km, about 96 km more than the Kia EV3.

EV3

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 iX offers considerably more power – delivering 659 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 455 HP more horsepower.

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

There’s also a difference in torque: the BMW iX delivers clearly more torque with 1,015 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 732 Nm more.

iX

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 considerably lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 2,525 kg. The difference is around 725 kg.

Looking at boot space, the BMW iX offers only slightly more boot space – 500 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 40 L.

When it comes to payload, the BMW iX carries slightly more – 575 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 105 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BMW iX 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 £71,600
iX

BMW iX

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 408 - 659 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 600 - 701 km
BMW iX
Kia EV3

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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BMW iX

The BMW iX arrives like a tech-rich luxury SUV that refuses to shout, offering a serene yet authoritative road presence that suits both city commutes and long-distance cruising. Inside, its minimalist cabin wraps high-quality materials and clever interfaces around a driver-focused layout, making it feel more like a forward-thinking lounge than just another electric appliance — and yes, it still delivers the dynamic driving character you'd expect from a BMW.

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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 iX
Kia EV3

Costs and Consumption

Price
71,600 - 108,400 £
Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
17.8 - 20.6 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
600 - 701 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
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,525 - 2,655 kg
Curb weight
1,800 - 1,885 kg
Trunk capacity
500 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
-
Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
Width
1,970 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
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Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
Payload
505 - 575 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
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
408 - 659 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.8 - 5.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
700 - 1,015 Nm
Torque
283 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
300 - 485 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BMW
Brand
Kia
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