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Kia EV3 vs Subaru BRZ - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (204 HP vs 235 HP), boot space and price (30800 £ vs 36000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Subaru BRZ?

Kia EV3

4.9 (2 Reviews)
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Subaru BRZ

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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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 Subaru BRZ costs 36000 £. That’s a price difference of around 5143 £.

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Engine and Performance:

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 Subaru BRZ has a somewhat edge – offering 235 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 31 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Subaru BRZ is somewhat 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 Subaru BRZ performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 226 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 56 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: Kia EV3 pulls a bit stronger with 283 Nm compared to 250 Nm. That’s about 33 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Seats: Kia EV3 offers to a small extent more seating capacity – 5 vs 4.

In curb weight, Subaru BRZ is clearly lighter – 1275 kg compared to 1800 kg. The difference is around 525 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia EV3 offers decisively more room – 460 L compared to 237 L. That’s a difference of about 223 L.

When it comes to payload, Kia EV3 to a small extent takes the win – 470 kg compared to 404 kg. That’s a difference of about 66 kg.

Who wins the race?

The Kia EV3 proves to be outperforms in nearly all aspects and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
Kia EV3 is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

from about £30,800
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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
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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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Subaru BRZ

The Subaru BRZ is a pure driver's car — lightweight, balanced and joyfully communicative, turning every twisty back road into an invitation to grin. It doesn’t hide behind flashy tech or brute power; instead it delivers razor-sharp handling and honest feedback, making it a brilliant choice for anyone who wants driving to feel like fun again.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30800 - 41700 £
Price
36000 - 38600 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
8.80 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
-
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
199 - 200 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
50 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Coupe
Seats
5
Seats
4
Doors
5
Doors
2
Curb weight
1800 - 1885 kg
Curb weight
1275 - 1296 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
237 L
Length
4300 - 4310 mm
Length
4265 mm
Width
1850 mm
Width
1775 mm
Height
1560 - 1570 mm
Height
1310 mm
Max trunk capacity
1251 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
395 - 404 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
235 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.3 - 6.9 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
216 - 226 km/h
Torque
283 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
172 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
2387 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
G
Brand
Kia
Brand
Subaru

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What drive types are available for the Kia EV3?

The Kia EV3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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