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Hyundai Tucson vs Kia EV3 - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (288 HP vs 204 HP), boot space and price (20900 £ vs 30800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Hyundai Tucson or Kia EV3?

Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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Kia EV3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Tucson

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Hyundai Tucson has a convincingly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 20900 £ , while the Kia EV3 costs 30800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9951 £.

As for electric range, the Kia EV3 performs decisively better – achieving up to 605 km, about 535 km more than the Hyundai Tucson.

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 Hyundai Tucson has a noticeable edge – offering 288 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 84 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 7.50 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

In terms of top speed, the Hyundai Tucson performs somewhat better – reaching 204 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 34 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Hyundai Tucson pulls distinct stronger with 379 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 96 Nm difference.

Tucson

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 curb weight, Hyundai Tucson is a bit lighter – 1542 kg compared to 1800 kg. The difference is around 258 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Hyundai Tucson offers distinct more room – 620 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 160 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Hyundai Tucson performs clearly perceptible better – up to 1799 L, which is about 548 L more than the Kia EV3.

When it comes to payload, Hyundai Tucson slightly takes the win – 545 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 75 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Hyundai Tucson holds a solid 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.

Hyundai Tucson
Kia EV3

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Tucson

Hyundai Tucson

  • Engine Type : Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 136 - 288 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 2.7 - 7.6 L
  • Electric Range : 63 - 70 km

Hyundai Tucson

5 (2 Reviews)
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Hyundai Tucson marries bold, sculpted looks with a clever, roomy cabin that feels smarter than its price tag suggests. It's composed on the road, easy to live with day-to-day, and a sensible choice for buyers who want SUV style without the showroom theatrics.

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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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Hyundai Tucson
Kia EV3

Costs and Consumption

Price
20900 - 47900 £
Price
30800 - 41700 £
Consumption L/100km
2.7 - 7.6 L
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
63 - 70 km
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
co2
62 - 172 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
52 - 54 L
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1542 - 1893 kg
Curb weight
1800 - 1885 kg
Trunk capacity
546 - 620 L
Trunk capacity
460 L
Length
4525 - 4535 mm
Length
4300 - 4310 mm
Width
1865 mm
Width
1850 mm
Height
1650 mm
Height
1560 - 1570 mm
Max trunk capacity
1795 - 1799 L
Max trunk capacity
1251 L
Payload
518 - 545 kg
Payload
470 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Petrol, Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
136 - 288 HP
Power HP
204 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 11.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Max Speed
196 - 204 km/h
Max Speed
170 km/h
Torque
250 - 379 Nm
Torque
283 Nm
Number of Cylinders
4
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
100 - 212 kW
Power kW
150 kW
Engine capacity
1598 cm3
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2025
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
F, D, E, B
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Hyundai
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the Hyundai Tucson?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

The prices shown are estimates based on German list prices, adjusted for local VAT. Local registration taxes (e.g. NoVA, BPM or CO2 malus) are not included. This information is not legally binding.