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Kia EV3 vs Vauxhall Corsa – Which car suits you better?

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Vauxhall Corsa?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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.

Vauxhall Corsa has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 19600 £, while the Kia EV3 costs 30800 £. That’s a price difference of around 11228 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Vauxhall Corsa: with 14.40 kWh per 100 km, it’s minimal more efficient than the Kia EV3 with 14.90 kWh. That’s a difference of about 0.50 kWh.

As for range, the Kia EV3 performs evident better – achieving up to 605 km, about 181 km more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

Corsa @ Opel / Stellantis Media

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 has a evident edge – offering 204 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV3 is barely noticeable quicker – completing the sprint in 7.50 s, while the Vauxhall Corsa takes 7.90 s. That’s about 0.40 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Vauxhall Corsa performs slightly better – reaching 210 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 40 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV3 pulls barely noticeable stronger with 283 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 23 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Vauxhall Corsa is significantly lighter – 1175 kg compared to 1800 kg. The difference is around 625 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia EV3 offers evident more room – 460 L compared to 309 L. That’s a difference of about 151 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia EV3 performs somewhat better – up to 1251 L, which is about 170 L more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

When it comes to payload, Kia EV3 hardly perceptible takes the win – 470 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Kia EV3 proves to be offers a more balanced package and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia EV3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £30,800
EV3 @ Kia Corporation

Kia EV3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.2 kWh
  • Electric Range : 436 - 605 km

Kia EV3

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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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Vauxhall Corsa

The Opel Corsa is a tidy little package that blends cheeky styling with sensible practicality, perfect for city streets and weekend escapes alike. It’s easy to live with, economical to run and just lively enough to make daily driving a bit more fun.

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Vauxhall Corsa
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Costs and Consumption

Price
30800 - 41700 £
Price
19600 - 30600 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 5.3 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.2 kWh
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Electric Range
347 - 424 km
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 120 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
44 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1800 - 1885 kg
Curb weight
1175 - 1544 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Length
4300 - 4310 mm
Length
4061 mm
Width
1850 mm
Width
1765 mm
Height
1560 - 1570 mm
Height
1435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1251 L
Max trunk capacity
1004 - 1081 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
376 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol, Electric, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
100 - 156 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.9 - 9.9 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
150 - 210 km/h
Torque
283 Nm
Torque
205 - 260 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
74 - 115 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1199 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2023 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, A, C
Brand
Kia
Brand
Vauxhall
What drive types are available for the Kia EV3?

The Kia EV3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.