Compare performance (204 HP vs 196 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 30,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is barely cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Kia EV3 costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 857 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV3 is barely more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 15.6 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer. That’s a difference of about 0.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 605 km, about 160 km more than the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer.
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 offers barely more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 8 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV3 is barely quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer takes 7.7 s. That’s about 0.2 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer delivers clearly more torque with 360 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 77 Nm more.
Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is visibly lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 362 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers visibly more boot space – 597 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 137 L.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer carries marginally more – 502 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 32 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer holds a narrow 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.
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 Opel Astra Sports Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with a sleek, grown-up wagon silhouette that manages to be both useful and unexpectedly stylish. It’s an easy car to live with — comfortable, well put together and clever with space — a sensible choice for buyers who want everyday versatility without fuss.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
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Price
30,000 - 39,600 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
436 - 605 km
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Electric Range
82 - 445 km
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Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 132 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Estate
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,800 - 1,885 kg
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,765 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
466 - 597 L
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Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,850 mm
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Width
1,859 mm
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Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
470 kg
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Payload
434 - 502 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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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, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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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
130 - 196 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.6 s
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
283 Nm
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Power kW
150 kW
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Vauxhall
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