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Kia EV3 vs Skoda Kodiaq - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (204 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (30800 £ vs 36800 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Skoda Kodiaq?

Kia EV3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Skoda Kodiaq

5 (2 Reviews)
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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 has a a bit advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £, while the Skoda Kodiaq costs 36800 £. That’s a price difference of around 6000 £.

As for range, the Kia EV3 performs clearly better – achieving up to 605 km, about 482 km more than the Skoda Kodiaq.

Kodiaq

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 Skoda Kodiaq has a clearly perceptible edge – offering 265 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 61 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Skoda Kodiaq is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.30 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.50 s. That’s about 1.20 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the Skoda Kodiaq performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 231 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 61 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Skoda Kodiaq pulls clearly perceptible stronger with 400 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 117 Nm difference.

EV3

Space and Everyday Use:

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

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In curb weight, Skoda Kodiaq is barely noticeable lighter – 1684 kg compared to 1800 kg. The difference is around 116 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Skoda Kodiaq offers clearly more room – 910 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 450 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Skoda Kodiaq performs decisively better – up to 2105 L, which is about 854 L more than the Kia EV3.

When it comes to payload, Skoda Kodiaq somewhat takes the win – 563 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 93 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Kia EV3 proves to be performs better in key areas and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia EV3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £30,800
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
  • Electric Range : 436 - 605 km
Kia EV3
Skoda Kodiaq

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Kia EV3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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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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Skoda Kodiaq

5 (2 Reviews)
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The Skoda Kodiaq blends sensible practicality with surprising style, so families and weekend adventurers get roomy comfort without looking like a moving van. It feels calm and composed on the road, packs clever storage and user-friendly tech, and manages to deliver a near-premium vibe without the pretension.

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Kia EV3
Skoda Kodiaq
EV3
Kodiaq

Costs and Consumption

Price
30800 - 41700 £
Price
36800 - 49600 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
0.4 - 8.2 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Electric Range
113 - 123 km
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
9 - 186 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
45 - 58 L

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1800 - 1885 kg
Curb weight
1684 - 1970 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
745 - 910 L
Length
4300 - 4310 mm
Length
4758 - 4761 mm
Width
1850 mm
Width
1864 mm
Height
1560 - 1570 mm
Height
1663 - 1683 mm
Max trunk capacity
1251 L
Max trunk capacity
1945 - 2105 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
460 - 563 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Plugin Hybrid, Petrol, Petrol MHEV, Diesel
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
150 - 265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
205 - 231 km/h
Torque
283 Nm
Torque
250 - 400 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
110 - 195 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
B, F, G, E
Brand
Kia
Brand
Skoda
What drive types are available for the Kia EV3?

The Kia EV3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

The prices and data displayed are estimates based on German list prices and may vary by country. This information is not legally binding.