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Kia EV3 vs Renault Captur comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 158 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 21,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Renault Captur?

Kia EV3 vs Renault Captur: Key differences

Kia EV3

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly more power
  • somewhat quicker 0–100 km/h
  • barely more trunk space

Renault Captur

4.8 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly lighter

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:

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.

Renault Captur is considerably cheaper – starting at 21,100 £ , while the Kia EV3 costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 9,720 £.

Captur

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV3 offers visibly more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 158 HP. That’s roughly 46 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 Renault Captur takes 8.9 s. That’s about 1.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Renault Captur is very slightly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV3 delivers very slightly more torque with 283 Nm compared to 265 Nm. That’s about 18 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, Renault Captur is markedly lighter – 1,323 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 477 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia EV3 offers barely more boot space – 460 L compared to 422 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Renault Captur offers only slightly more capacity – up to 1,363 L, about 112 L more than the Kia EV3.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV3 carries barely more – 470 kg compared to 453 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV3 is far 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
Kia EV3
Renault Captur

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Renault Captur

The Renault Captur is a cheeky little crossover that pairs city-friendly agility with a roomy, well-thought-out cabin and enough style to turn heads at the lights. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want practical versatility and a dash of personality on their daily drives, without taking itself too seriously.

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Kia EV3
Renault Captur

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
Price
21,100 - 28,400 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 6 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
100 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
48 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,800 - 1,885 kg
Curb weight
1,323 - 1,441 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
326 - 422 L
Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
Length
4,239 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,797 mm
Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
Height
1,575 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
Max trunk capacity
1,363 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
447 - 453 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
115 - 158 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.9 - 12.3 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
283 Nm
Torque
160 - 265 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
84 - 116 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,789 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, E
Brand
Kia
Brand
Renault
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