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Kia EV3 vs BYD Han comparison

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

Kia EV3 vs BYD Han: Key differences

Kia EV3

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  • substantially cheaper
  • noticeably more efficient
  • slightly more electric range
  • noticeably lighter
  • slightly more trunk space

BYD Han

  • substantially more power
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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

EV3

Costs and Efficiency:

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

Kia EV3 is substantially 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 noticeably 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 slightly more range – reaching up to 605 km, about 84 km more than the BYD Han.

Han

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 BYD Han offers substantially 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 significantly 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 only slightly 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 significantly more torque with 700 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 417 Nm more.

EV3

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 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 slightly 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 clearly 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 decisively ahead 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.

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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
Kia EV3
BYD Han

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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

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
BYD Han

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
Price
59,200 - 62,200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
18.5 kWh/100km
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Electric Range
521 km
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Sedan
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,800 - 1,885 kg
Curb weight
2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
410 L
Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
Length
4,995 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,910 mm
Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
Height
1,495 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
335 kg

Engine and Performance

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

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
BYD
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