Two cars, one duel: Kia EV3 meets Alpine A390.
Which one wins in performance, efficiency and value for money? Find out now!
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia EV3 has a decisively advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £, while the Alpine A390 costs 57900 £. That’s a price difference of around 27009 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Kia EV3: with 14.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s distinct more efficient than the Alpine A390 with 18.70 kWh. That’s a difference of about 3.80 kWh.
As for range, the Kia EV3 performs slight better – achieving up to 605 km, about 50 km more than the Alpine A390.
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 Alpine A390 has a clearly edge – offering 470 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 266 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Alpine A390 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.50 s. That’s about 3.60 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Alpine A390 performs distinct better – reaching 220 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 50 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Alpine A390 pulls significantly stronger with 824 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 541 Nm difference.
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, Kia EV3 is slightly lighter – 1800 kg compared to 2121 kg. The difference is around 321 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Alpine A390 offers a bit more room – 532 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 72 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Alpine A390 performs distinct better – up to 1643 L, which is about 392 L more than the Kia EV3.
Overall, the Alpine A390 shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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.
detailsThe Alpine A390 is the brand’s leap into the fast electric crossover arena, wrapping Dieppe’s lightweight ethos in a sleek, coupe-ish body with real everyday usability. If the steering and chassis feel echo the A110, this could be the enthusiast’s family EV—subtle, sharp, and très chic, with enough theatre to make the school run feel like a pit lane exit.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30800 - 41700 £
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Price
57900 - 66900 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
18.7 - 19.8 kWh
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Electric Range
436 - 605 km
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Electric Range
515 - 555 km
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Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
89 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1800 - 1885 kg
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Curb weight
2121 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
532 L
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Length
4300 - 4310 mm
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Length
4615 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Width
1885 mm
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Height
1560 - 1570 mm
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Height
1532 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1251 L
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Max trunk capacity
1643 L
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Payload
470 kg
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Payload
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 HP
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Power HP
400 - 470 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 4.8 s
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Max Speed
200 - 220 km/h
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Torque
283 Nm
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Torque
661 - 824 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
150 kW
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Power kW
295 - 345 kW
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Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Alpine
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The Kia EV3 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.