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BYD Han vs Kia EV3 comparison

Compare performance (517 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (59,200 £ vs 30,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – BYD Han or Kia EV3?

BYD Han vs Kia EV3: Key differences

BYD Han

  • considerably more power
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
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Kia EV3

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • clearly more efficient
  • moderately more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
  • somewhat more trunk space
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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

Han

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 clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the BYD Han costs 59,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 28,312 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV3 is clearly more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 18.5 kWh/100km for the BYD Han. That’s a difference of about 3.6 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers moderately more range – reaching up to 605 km, about 84 km more than the BYD Han.

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 BYD Han offers considerably more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 313 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the BYD Han is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the BYD Han is marginally faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the BYD Han delivers substantially more torque with 700 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 417 Nm more.

Han

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Kia EV3 is noticeably lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 2,325 kg. The difference is around 525 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia EV3 offers somewhat more boot space – 460 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV3 carries noticeably more – 470 kg compared to 335 kg. That’s a difference of about 135 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The BYD Han is clearly superior 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 £59,200
Han

BYD Han

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 517 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 18.5 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 521 km
BYD Han
Kia EV3

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Dimensions and Body

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BYD Han

The BYD Han is a sleek, cinematic fastback saloon that pairs dramatic styling with a surprisingly plush cabin and a genuinely high-tech feel. It undercuts established rivals on price while delivering composed handling, generous equipment and long-legged electric confidence — a car that will make badge-conscious buyers sit up and take notice.

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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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BYD Han
Kia EV3

Costs and Consumption

Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
521 km
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Battery Capacity
-
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
Sedan
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
4
Doors
5
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Curb weight
1,800 - 1,885 kg
Trunk capacity
410 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
4,995 mm
Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
Payload
335 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
517 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
700 Nm
Torque
283 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
380 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2023
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
BYD
Brand
Kia
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