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Kia EV3 vs Polestar 3 comparison
Compare performance (204 HP vs 517 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 67,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Polestar 3?
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.
Kia EV3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Polestar 3 costs 67,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 36,514 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV3 is moderately more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 17.6 kWh/100km for the Polestar 3. That’s a difference of about 2.7 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Polestar 3 offers slightly more range – reaching up to 706 km, about 101 km more than the Kia EV3.
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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 Polestar 3 offers clearly more power – delivering 517 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 313 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Polestar 3 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 4.7 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.8 s quicker.
Looking at top speed, the Polestar 3 is moderately 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 Polestar 3 delivers substantially more torque with 910 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 627 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, Kia EV3 is substantially lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 2,575 kg. The difference is around 775 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Polestar 3 offers marginally more boot space – 484 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 24 L.
For maximum load capacity, the Polestar 3 offers slightly more capacity – up to 1,411 L, about 160 L more than the Kia EV3.
When it comes to payload, the Polestar 3 carries very slightly more – 496 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 26 kg.
Who wins the race in the data check?
The Polestar 3 is decisively 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 £67,400
Polestar 3
Kia EV3
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Kia EV3
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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Polestar 3
Polestar 3 arrives as a Scandinavian-styled electric SUV that marries minimalist design with a statuesque presence, looking smarter than most in the car park. Inside, the cabin feels airy and thoughtful, with tech and driving manners that lean toward composed comfort rather than outright drama — perfect for buyers who want electric prestige without shouting about it.
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Kia EV3
Polestar 3
Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
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Price
67,400 - 79,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
17.6 - 21.9 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
436 - 605 km
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Electric Range
567 - 706 km
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Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
107 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 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
SUV
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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
2,575 - 2,584 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
484 L
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Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
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Length
4,900 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Width
1,935 mm
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Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
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Height
1,614 - 1,618 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
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Max trunk capacity
1,411 L
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Payload
470 kg
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Payload
285 - 496 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive, Rear-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 HP
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Power HP
299 - 517 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.7 - 7.8 s
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Max Speed
180 - 210 km/h
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Torque
283 Nm
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Torque
490 - 910 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
150 kW
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Power kW
220 - 380 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2,024
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Model Year
2,024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Polestar
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