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Kia EV3 vs Vauxhall Corsa comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 19,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Vauxhall Corsa?

Kia EV3 vs Vauxhall Corsa: Key differences

Kia EV3

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • markedly more power
  • markedly more electric range
  • very slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • noticeably more trunk space

Vauxhall Corsa

  • significantly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • significantly lighter

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.

Vauxhall Corsa is significantly cheaper – starting at 19,600 £ , while the Kia EV3 costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 11,228 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Corsa is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.4 kWh/100km compared to 14.9 kWh/100km for the Kia EV3. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 605 km, about 181 km more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

Corsa

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 Kia EV3 offers markedly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 156 HP. That’s roughly 48 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV3 is very slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Vauxhall Corsa takes 7.9 s. That’s about 0.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Vauxhall Corsa is slightly faster – 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: the Kia EV3 delivers very slightly more torque with 283 Nm compared to 260 Nm. That’s about 23 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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Corsa is significantly lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 625 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia EV3 offers noticeably more boot space – 460 L compared to 309 L. That’s a difference of about 151 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Kia EV3 offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,251 L, about 209 L more than the Vauxhall Corsa.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV3 carries marginally more – 470 kg compared to 445 kg. That’s a difference of about 25 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV3 is clearly ahead overall 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.

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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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Kia EV3

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Reviews Kia EV3

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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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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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Costs and Consumption
Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
Price
19,600 - 30,600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.6 - 5.2 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.4 - 16.2 kWh/100km
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 - 116 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
1,800 - 1,885 kg
Curb weight
1,175 - 1,544 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
267 - 309 L
Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
Length
4,061 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,765 mm
Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,042 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
376 - 445 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
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
1,199 cm3

General
Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
Brand
Kia
Brand
Vauxhall
What drivetrain options does the Kia EV3 have?

The Kia EV3 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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