Compare performance (204 HP vs 156 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 21,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Peugeot 208?
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.
Peugeot 208 is substantially cheaper – starting at 21,000 £ , while the Kia EV3 costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,866 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Peugeot 208 is marginally more efficient: consuming 14.1 kWh/100km compared to 14.9 kWh/100km for the Kia EV3. That’s a difference of about 0.8 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers clearly more range – reaching up to 605 km, about 173 km more than the Peugeot 208.
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 offers visibly 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 somewhat quicker – completing the sprint in 7.5 s, while the Peugeot 208 takes 8.3 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Peugeot 208 is slightly faster – 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: the Kia EV3 delivers marginally more torque with 283 Nm compared to 270 Nm. That’s about 13 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, Peugeot 208 is considerably lighter – 1,165 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 635 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia EV3 offers noticeably more boot space – 460 L compared to 352 L. That’s a difference of about 108 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Kia EV3 offers very slightly more capacity – up to 1,251 L, about 88 L more than the Peugeot 208.
When it comes to payload, the Kia EV3 carries very slightly more – 470 kg compared to 430 kg. That’s a difference of about 40 kg.
The Kia EV3 stands out in the key areas 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 Peugeot 208 feels like a city-savvy fox: compact, stylish and surprisingly grown-up, with a cabin that punches above its weight and enough personality to make daily commutes a little less boring. It’s a smart pick for buyers who want chic practicality without the showroom bluster — easy to park, thrifty to run and oddly fun when the road tightens up.
detailsCosts and Consumption |
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Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
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Price
21,000 - 35,200 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
4.5 - 5.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.1 - 15.4 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
436 - 605 km
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Electric Range
362 - 432 km
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Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
46 - 51 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 116 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
44 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Hatchback
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
5
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,800 - 1,885 kg
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Curb weight
1,165 - 1,530 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
309 - 352 L
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Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
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Length
4,055 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Width
1,745 mm
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Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
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Height
1,430 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,118 - 1,163 L
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Payload
470 kg
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Payload
380 - 430 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric, Petrol MHEV, Petrol
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual 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
101 - 156 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.3 - 10.9 s
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Max Speed
150 - 200 km/h
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Torque
283 Nm
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Torque
205 - 270 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
3
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Power kW
150 kW
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Power kW
74 - 115 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,199 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,023 - 2,026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A, C, D
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Peugeot
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