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Kia EV3 vs Kia Niro - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (204 HP vs 180 HP), boot space and price (30800 £ vs 29100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Kia Niro?

Kia EV3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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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 Niro has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 29100 £ , while the Kia EV3 costs 30800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1714 £.

As for electric range, the Kia EV3 performs decisively better – achieving up to 605 km, about 543 km more than the Kia Niro.

Niro

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 Kia EV3 has a slightly edge – offering 204 HP compared to 180 HP. That’s roughly 24 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV3 is clearly perceptible quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Kia Niro takes 9.90 s. That’s about 2.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Kia Niro performs barely noticeable better – reaching 185 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 15 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV3 pulls minimal stronger with 283 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 18 Nm difference.

EV3

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Kia Niro is noticeable lighter – 1474 kg compared to 1800 kg. The difference is around 326 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia EV3 offers hardly perceptible more room – 460 L compared to 451 L. That’s a difference of about 9 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia Niro performs slightly better – up to 1445 L, which is about 194 L more than the Kia EV3.

When it comes to payload, Kia EV3 slight takes the win – 470 kg compared to 466 kg. That’s a difference of about 4 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Kia EV3 proves to be wins the duel decisively and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia EV3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £30,800
EV3

Kia EV3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 436 - 605 km
Kia EV3
Kia Niro

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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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Kia Niro

5 (1 Reviews)
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The Kia Niro blends clever packaging and modern styling into a compact crossover that’s refreshingly sensible for daily life. It’s comfortable, economical and packed with user‑friendly tech, so if you want a fuss‑free family car with a touch of green credibility, the Niro is worth a test drive.

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Kia EV3
Kia Niro

Costs and Consumption

Price
30800 - 41700 £
Price
29100 - 38600 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Electric Range
57 - 62 km
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
53 - 111 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1800 - 1885 kg
Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
Length
4300 - 4310 mm
Length
4420 mm
Width
1850 mm
Width
1825 mm
Height
1560 - 1570 mm
Height
1545 mm
Max trunk capacity
1251 L
Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
466 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
138 - 180 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
Torque
283 Nm
Torque
265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
102 - 132 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1580 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the Kia EV3?

The Kia EV3 is offered with Front-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.