Honda ZR-V vs Kia EV3 – Which car suits you better?

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

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

Kia EV3 has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £, while the Honda ZR-V costs 36800 £. That’s a price difference of around 5923 £.

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 Kia EV3 has a minimal 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 slight quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Honda ZR-V takes 7.80 s. That’s about 0.30 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Honda ZR-V performs slight better – reaching 173 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 3 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Honda ZR-V pulls slightly stronger with 315 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 32 Nm difference.

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.

In curb weight, the Honda ZR-V is slight lighter – 1660 kg compared to 1800 kg. The difference is around 140 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia EV3 offers a bit more room – 460 L compared to 380 L. That’s a difference of about 80 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Honda ZR-V performs barely noticeable better – up to 1312 L, which is about 61 L more than the Kia EV3.

When it comes to payload, Kia EV3 minimal takes the win – 470 kg compared to 455 kg. That’s a difference of about 15 kg.

Our conclusion: The Kia EV3 proves to be shows small but notable strengths and thus becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Overall, Kia EV3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.