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Kia EV3 vs Lynk & Co 01 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 280 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 36,900 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Lynk & Co 01?

Kia EV3 vs Lynk & Co 01: Key differences

Kia EV3

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • somewhat cheaper
  • considerably more electric range
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • only slightly lighter

Lynk & Co 01

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • very slightly more trunk space

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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Kia EV3 is somewhat cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Lynk & Co 01 costs 36,900 £ . That’s a price difference of around 6,004 £.

As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers considerably more range – reaching up to 605 km, about 530 km more than the Lynk & Co 01.

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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 Lynk & Co 01 offers noticeably more power – delivering 280 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 76 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV3 is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Lynk & Co 01 takes 7.7 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Lynk & Co 01 delivers considerably more torque with 535 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 252 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 only slightly lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 1,935 kg. The difference is around 135 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Lynk & Co 01 offers very slightly more boot space – 466 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 6 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV3 carries a bit more – 470 kg compared to 415 kg. That’s a difference of about 55 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV3 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.

from £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/100km
  • Electric Range : 436 - 605 km
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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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Reviews Kia EV3

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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José
24 Dec 2025, 17:42:54

A good car for a small family. Easy and practical.

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Lynk & Co 01

The Lynk & Co 01 marries bold, contemporary styling with a roomy, well-appointed cabin, striking a rare balance between fashionable flair and everyday practicality. With intuitive tech, flexible ownership ideas and a playful driving character, it’s the kind of crossover that turns heads at the lights and keeps owners grinning on the commute.

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Reviews Lynk & Co 01

4.8 (3 Reviews)
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Lee Burkitt
15 Mar 2026, 04:44:31

I have the 01 from 2022 and have had it for 2 years. It's been a lovely car to own and drive. I return from Spain to the UK twice a year in it and it's a pleasure to travel in. The only grip has been the infotainment system which has been buggy and slow. I had the software updated a few weeks ago at the Volvo garage as the over the air option does not work. This has made the infotainment system acceptable now.

It takes a while to get used to the seats for me as the base is quite hard but now I feel they are very confortable. I charge it everyday in the carpark and I use it 90% of the time on electric mode. It does the 70km on a full charge as stated and in petrol mode I'm getting around 16km a litre or 75 a gallon, the engine is only used on motorways.

Aftersales service is patchy here in Spain. My nearest dealer is about a 40 min drive from here, it's not like owning a Renault where there's a dealer everywhere, I've only had to take it there twice, once turned out to be a stone in a brake caliper causing a squeak and the other for the software update.

I highly recommend these cars!

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The verstegen
6 Jan 2026, 09:56:38

Top car.
Quality and price.
Great caravan tow vehicle.
A shame there's so much driving.

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Lynk & Co 01

Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
Price
36,900 - 40,300 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Electric Range
75 km
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
20 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,800 - 1,885 kg
Curb weight
1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
466 L
Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
Length
-
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,860 mm
Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
415 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
280 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
283 Nm
Torque
535 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
206 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,499 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B
Brand
Kia
Brand
Lynk & Co
What drivetrain options does the Kia EV3 have?

The Kia EV3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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