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Kia EV3 vs NIO EL7 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 653 HP), boot space and price (30800 £ vs 63300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or NIO EL7?

Kia EV3 vs NIO EL7: Key differences

Kia EV3

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • decisively more efficient
  • to a small extent more electric range
  • clearly perceptible lighter

NIO EL7

  • significantly more power
  • significantly quicker from 0–100 km/h
  • to a small extent 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.

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 has a significantly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £ , while the NIO EL7 costs 63300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 32494 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Kia EV3: with 14.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s decisively more efficient than the NIO EL7 with 22.10 kWh. That’s a difference of about 7.20 kWh.

As for electric range, the Kia EV3 performs to a small extent better – achieving up to 605 km, about 104 km more than the NIO EL7.

EL7

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the NIO EL7 has a significantly edge – offering 653 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 449 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the NIO EL7 is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.90 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.50 s. That’s about 3.60 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the NIO EL7 performs slightly better – reaching 200 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 30 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: NIO EL7 pulls clearly stronger with 850 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 567 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 EV3 is clearly perceptible lighter – 1800 kg compared to 2421 kg. The difference is around 621 kg.

In terms of boot space, the NIO EL7 offers to a small extent more room – 570 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 110 L.

In maximum load capacity, the NIO EL7 performs to a small extent better – up to 1545 L, which is about 294 L more than the Kia EV3.

When it comes to payload, Kia EV3 minimal takes the win – 470 kg compared to 469 kg. That’s a difference of about 1 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The NIO EL7 holds a decisive overall lead 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.

Kia EV3
NIO EL7

Costs and Consumption

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Engine and Performance

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Dimensions and Body

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EL7

NIO EL7

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 653 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 22.1 - 22.4 kWh
  • Electric Range : 384 - 501 km

Kia EV3

4.7 (3 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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NIO EL7

The NIO EL7 arrives as a roomy electric SUV that pairs restrained elegance with bold design cues, and its interior feels like a calm, tech-forward lounge rather than a gadget parade. For buyers who crave effortless cruising, spirited performance and a tastefully premium experience — with just the right amount of showmanship for the driveway — the EL7 is an enticing, slightly theatrical choice.

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Kia EV3
NIO EL7

Costs and Consumption

Price
30800 - 41700 £
Price
63300 - 81300 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
22.1 - 22.4 kWh
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Electric Range
384 - 501 km
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
73.5 - 90 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1800 - 1885 kg
Curb weight
2421 - 2441 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
570 L
Length
4300 - 4310 mm
Length
4912 mm
Width
1850 mm
Width
1987 mm
Height
1560 - 1570 mm
Height
1720 mm
Max trunk capacity
1251 L
Max trunk capacity
1545 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
449 - 469 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
653 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.90 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
200 km/h
Torque
283 Nm
Torque
850 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
480 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
NIO
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.