Compare performance (265 HP vs 190 HP), boot space and price (40,200 £ vs 27,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or SsangYong Korando?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.
SsangYong Korando is considerably cheaper – starting at 27,000 £ , while the Kia EV3 costs 40,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 13,191 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV3 is barely more efficient: consuming 15.8 kWh/100km compared to 16.8 kWh/100km for the SsangYong Korando. That’s a difference of about 1 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 572 km, about 233 km more than the SsangYong Korando.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV3 offers visibly more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 190 HP. That’s roughly 75 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV3 is markedly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.6 s, while the SsangYong Korando takes 8.4 s. That’s about 1.8 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV3 delivers only slightly more torque with 385 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 25 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, SsangYong Korando is visibly lighter – 1,517 kg compared to 1,995 kg. The difference is around 478 kg.
Looking at boot space, the SsangYong Korando offers clearly more boot space – 551 L compared to 413 L. That’s a difference of about 138 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia EV3 carries barely more – 485 kg compared to 463 kg. That’s a difference of about 22 kg.
The Kia EV3 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.
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 SsangYong Korando pairs bold, modern styling with a surprisingly roomy and practical cabin, so it looks confident at the lights and handles the daily grind without fuss. It swaps flashy badges for honest value, offering a composed ride, useful equipment and wallet-friendly running that make it an appealing pick for buyers who'd rather spend on weekends than on extravagant finance packages.
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Price
40,200 - 43,900 £
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Price
27,000 - 42,000 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
7.5 - 8.6 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
572 km
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Electric Range
339 km
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Battery Capacity
-
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 - 197 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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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
-
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Doors
5
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Curb weight
1,995 kg
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Curb weight
1,517 - 1,840 kg
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Trunk capacity
413 L
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Trunk capacity
551 L
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Length
-
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Length
4,450 - 4,465 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Width
1,870 mm
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Height
-
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Height
1,620 - 1,645 mm
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,248 L
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Payload
485 kg
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Payload
410 - 463 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
265 HP
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Power HP
163 - 190 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.4 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
156 - 191 km/h
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Torque
385 Nm
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Torque
260 - 360 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
195 kW
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Power kW
120 - 140 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,497 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2,021 - 2,023
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
F, G, A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
SsangYong
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