Compare performance (204 HP vs 390 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 35,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or CUPRA Formentor?
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
Kia EV3 is moderately cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the CUPRA Formentor costs 35,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 4,393 £.
As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 605 km, about 479 km more than the CUPRA Formentor.
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 CUPRA Formentor offers substantially more power – delivering 390 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 186 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the CUPRA Formentor is substantially quicker – completing the sprint in 4.2 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.3 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the CUPRA Formentor is markedly faster – reaching 250 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 80 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: the CUPRA Formentor delivers significantly more torque with 480 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 197 Nm more.
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, CUPRA Formentor is markedly lighter – 1,434 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 366 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia EV3 offers barely more boot space – 460 L compared to 450 L. That’s a difference of about 10 L.
For maximum load capacity, the CUPRA Formentor offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,505 L, about 254 L more than the Kia EV3.
When it comes to payload, the CUPRA Formentor carries somewhat more – 526 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 56 kg.
The CUPRA Formentor is slightly 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.
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.
detailsWith coupe-like lines and a muscular stance the Cupra Formentor blends sporty drama with everyday sense, so it looks like it’s in motion even at a standstill. Inside and out it’s tuned for drivers who want engaging handling and a grown-up cabin — practical enough for daily life, playful enough to make the commute feel like a short track session.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
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Price
35,200 - 62,500 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
1.4 - 10.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
436 - 605 km
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Electric Range
117 - 126 km
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Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.7 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
32 - 229 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L
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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
1,800 - 1,885 kg
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Curb weight
1,434 - 1,742 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
345 - 450 L
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Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
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Length
4,451 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Width
1,839 - 1,852 mm
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Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
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Height
1,511 - 1,537 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,415 - 1,505 L
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Payload
470 kg
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Payload
439 - 526 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 HP
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Power HP
150 - 390 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.2 - 9 s
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Max Speed
210 - 250 km/h
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Torque
283 Nm
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Torque
250 - 480 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4 - 5
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Power kW
150 kW
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Power kW
110 - 287 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,498 - 2,480 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
G, E, D, F, B
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
CUPRA
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