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?
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 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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Price
30800 - 41700 £
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Price
29100 - 38600 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
2.4 - 4.9 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
436 - 605 km
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Electric Range
57 - 62 km
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Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
1.3 - 11.1 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
53 - 111 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
37 - 42 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
1800 - 1885 kg
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Curb weight
1474 - 1594 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
348 - 451 L
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Length
4300 - 4310 mm
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Length
4420 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Width
1825 mm
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Height
1560 - 1570 mm
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Height
1545 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1251 L
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Max trunk capacity
1342 - 1445 L
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Payload
470 kg
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Payload
466 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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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
Dual-Clutch Automatic
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 HP
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Power HP
138 - 180 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
9.9 - 11.4 s
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Max Speed
170 - 185 km/h
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Torque
283 Nm
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Torque
265 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
150 kW
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Power kW
102 - 132 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1580 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Kia
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The Kia EV3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.