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Honda Civic vs Kia EV3 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (184 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (32500 £ vs 30800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Honda Civic or Kia EV3?

Honda Civic

Kia EV3

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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

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 has a hardly perceptible advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £, while the Honda Civic costs 32500 £. That’s a price difference of around 1637 £.

EV3 @ Kia Corporation

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 Kia EV3 has a barely noticeable edge – offering 204 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV3 is hardly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Honda Civic takes 7.80 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Honda Civic performs minimal better – 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: Honda Civic pulls slightly stronger with 315 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 32 Nm difference.

Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Seats: offers more seating capacity – vs .

In curb weight, Honda Civic is somewhat lighter – 1517 kg compared to 1800 kg. The difference is around 283 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia EV3 offers slightly more room – 460 L compared to 410 L. That’s a difference of about 50 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia EV3 performs barely noticeable better – up to 1251 L, which is about 31 L more than the Honda Civic.

When it comes to payload, Kia EV3 to a small extent takes the win – 470 kg compared to 397 kg. That’s a difference of about 73 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Kia EV3 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia EV3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £30,800
EV3 @ Kia Corporation

Kia EV3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 436 - 605 km
Honda Civic
Kia EV3

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Honda Civic

The Honda Civic mixes practical daily usability with a surprisingly engaging driving character, wrapping clever interior design and dependable engineering in a tidy, modern package. It’s a smart buy for drivers who want sensible reliability, a bit of fun behind the wheel, and a shape that never looks like it’s trying too hard.

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Kia EV3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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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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Honda Civic
Kia EV3
Civic @ Honda Motor Co., Ltd.
EV3 @ Kia Corporation

Costs and Consumption

Price
32500 - 35500 £
Price
30800 - 41700 £
Consumption L/100km
4.7 - 5 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
-
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
co2
108 - 114 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
40 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1517 - 1533 kg
Curb weight
1800 - 1885 kg
Trunk capacity
404 - 410 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
4560 mm
Length
4300 - 4310 mm
Width
1890 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1408 mm
Height
1560 - 1570 mm
Max trunk capacity
1187 - 1220 L
Max trunk capacity
1251 L
Payload
348 - 397 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
184 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.8 - 8.1 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
180 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
315 Nm
Torque
283 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
135 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
1993 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Honda
Brand
Kia
What drivetrain options does the Honda Civic have?

The Honda Civic is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.