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Kia EV3 vs Mercedes Sprinter Bus comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (40,200 £ vs 41,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Mercedes Sprinter Bus?

Kia EV3 vs Mercedes Sprinter Bus: Key differences

Kia EV3

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • only slightly cheaper
  • visibly more power
  • moderately lighter
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Mercedes Sprinter Bus

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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:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

Kia EV3 is only slightly cheaper – starting at 40,200 £ , while the Mercedes Sprinter Bus costs 41,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,201 £.

Sprinter Bus

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 visibly more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Mercedes Sprinter Bus delivers moderately more torque with 450 Nm compared to 385 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm more.

EV3

Space and Everyday Use:

Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.

Seats: Kia EV3 offers more seats – 5 vs 2.

In terms of curb weight, Kia EV3 is moderately lighter – 1,995 kg compared to 2,356 kg. The difference is around 361 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Mercedes Sprinter Bus carries significantly more – 1,144 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 659 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV3 stands well ahead of its rival 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 £40,200
EV3

Kia EV3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 265 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 572 km
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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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Reviews Kia EV3

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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pedro
8 May 2026, 11:01:53

Aesthetically it seems nicer to me, and I think it's better soundproofed.

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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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Mercedes Sprinter Bus

The Mercedes Sprinter is the go-to people-mover for operators and families who want robust practicality wrapped in a premium feel, with a flexible interior that can be tailored from shuttle to mobile office without breaking a sweat. Sporting the three-pointed star and the driving manners of a tall estate, the Sprinter Bus is comfortable, dependable and refreshingly easy to live with day after day.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
40,200 - 43,900 £
Price
41,400 - 55,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
9.3 - 12.3 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
572 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
244 - 322 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
71 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Bus
Seats
5
Seats
2
Doors
-
Doors
4
Curb weight
1,995 kg
Curb weight
2,356 - 2,559 kg
Trunk capacity
413 L
Trunk capacity
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Length
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Length
5,932 - 6,967 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,993 mm
Height
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Height
2,633 - 2,659 mm
Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
485 kg
Payload
814 - 1,144 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
265 HP
Power HP
114 - 190 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
150 - 159 km/h
Torque
385 Nm
Torque
300 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
195 kW
Power kW
84 - 140 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
1,950 cm3

General
Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Kia
Brand
Mercedes-Benz
What drivetrain options does the Kia EV3 have?

The Kia EV3 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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