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Kia EV3 vs CUPRA Raval comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 226 HP), boot space and price (40,200 £ vs 22,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or CUPRA Raval?

Kia EV3 vs CUPRA Raval: Key differences

Kia EV3

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • moderately more power
  • noticeably more electric range
  • barely quicker 0–100 km/h
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CUPRA Raval

4.6 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • visibly lighter
  • barely more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

EV3

Costs and Efficiency:

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.

CUPRA Raval is clearly cheaper – starting at 22,200 £ , while the Kia EV3 costs 40,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 17,940 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the CUPRA Raval is a bit more efficient: consuming 13.7 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the Kia EV3. That’s a difference of about 2.1 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 572 km, about 128 km more than the CUPRA Raval.

Raval

Engine and Performance:

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 Kia EV3 offers moderately more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 226 HP. That’s roughly 39 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV3 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 6.6 s, while the CUPRA Raval takes 6.8 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV3 delivers noticeably more torque with 385 Nm compared to 290 Nm. That’s about 95 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, CUPRA Raval is visibly lighter – 1,610 kg compared to 1,995 kg. The difference is around 385 kg.

Looking at boot space, the CUPRA Raval offers barely more boot space – 441 L compared to 413 L. That’s a difference of about 28 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV3 carries only slightly more – 485 kg compared to 475 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The CUPRA Raval stands out in the key areas 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.

from £22,200
Raval

CUPRA Raval

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 226 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.7 - 16.1 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 300 - 444 km
Kia EV3
CUPRA Raval

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Kia EV3

The Kia EV3 is a stylish, user-friendly electric crossover that focuses on practicality and a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It delivers a comfortable ride with intuitive technology and efficient everyday performance, making it a sensible choice for city and family use.

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CUPRA Raval

The CUPRA Raval is a compact electric hatch that mixes hot‑hatch intent with genuine everyday practicality, pairing an unusually roomy, flexible boot with a modern Android‑based infotainment that feels responsive. It drives in a composed, traction‑rich way that suits city and family life, though the steering leans toward assuredness rather than playfulness and some climate controls rely on touch sliders that can be fiddly on the move.

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Kia EV3
CUPRA Raval

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,200 - 43,900 £
Price
22,200 - 39,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.7 - 16.1 kWh/100km
Electric Range
572 km
Electric Range
300 - 444 km
Battery Capacity
-
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,995 kg
Curb weight
1,610 - 1,615 kg
Trunk capacity
413 L
Trunk capacity
441 L
Length
-
Length
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Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,784 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
485 kg
Payload
470 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
265 HP
Power HP
116 - 226 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.8 - 7.1 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
385 Nm
Torque
290 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
195 kW
Power kW
85 - 166 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
CUPRA
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