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Kia EV3 vs Vauxhall Movano comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 279 HP), boot space and price (40,200 £ vs 41,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Vauxhall Movano?

Kia EV3 vs Vauxhall Movano: Key differences

Kia EV3

4.3 (7 Reviews)
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  • marginally cheaper
  • substantially more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • only slightly lighter
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Vauxhall Movano

  • only slightly more power
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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:

Looking at overall running costs, both models reveal some interesting differences in everyday economy.

Kia EV3 is marginally cheaper – starting at 40,200 £ , while the Vauxhall Movano costs 41,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 771 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV3 is substantially more efficient: consuming 15.8 kWh/100km compared to 26.2 kWh/100km for the Vauxhall Movano. That’s a difference of about 10.4 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 572 km, about 148 km more than the Vauxhall Movano.

Movano

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 Vauxhall Movano offers only slightly more power – delivering 279 HP compared to 265 HP. That’s roughly 14 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Vauxhall Movano delivers slightly more torque with 450 Nm compared to 385 Nm. That’s about 65 Nm more.

EV3

Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

Seats: Vauxhall Movano offers more seats – 7 vs 5.

In terms of curb weight, Kia EV3 is only slightly lighter – 1,995 kg compared to 2,150 kg. The difference is around 155 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Movano carries significantly more – 2,020 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 1,535 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Vauxhall Movano is slightly ahead 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 £41,000
Movano

Vauxhall Movano

  • Engine Type Electric, Diesel
  • Transmission Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 140 - 279 HP
  • Consumption L/100km 7.5 - 9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km 26.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 424 km
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Reviews Kia EV3

4.3 (7 Reviews)
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Werner Wesselbaum
22 Jul 2026, 06:43:05

The Kia EV3 is the modern car. It offers an optional 22 kW charger for people who can’t charge at home — only a few manufacturers think of that, really a shame.

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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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Vauxhall Movano

Costs and Consumption
Price
40,200 - 43,900 £
Price
41,000 - 58,400 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
26.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
572 km
Electric Range
424 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 233 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Cargo Van
Seats
5
Seats
3 - 7
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,995 kg
Curb weight
2,150 - 2,910 kg
Trunk capacity
413 L
Trunk capacity
-
Length
-
Length
-
Width
1,850 mm
Width
2,050 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 kg
Payload
590 - 2,020 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
265 HP
Power HP
140 - 279 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
385 Nm
Torque
350 - 450 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
195 kW
Power kW
103 - 205 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2,184 cm3

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

The Kia EV3 is available as All-Wheel Drive.

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