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Kia EV3 vs Suzuki Vitara comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 23,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Suzuki Vitara?

Kia EV3 vs Suzuki Vitara: Key differences

Kia EV3

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • marginally more power
  • visibly more electric range
  • slightly more trunk space

Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (3 Reviews)
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  • visibly cheaper
  • only slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • considerably lighter

All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

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.

Suzuki Vitara is visibly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Kia EV3 costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 7,277 £.

When it comes to electricity consumption, both models perform equally – each averaging 14.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 605 km, about 179 km more than the Suzuki Vitara.

Vitara

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 Kia EV3 offers marginally more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 20 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Suzuki Vitara is only slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 7.4 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 0.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Suzuki Vitara is moderately faster – reaching 190 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 20 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Suzuki Vitara delivers marginally more torque with 307 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 24 Nm more.

EV3

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.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Vitara is considerably lighter – 1,255 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 545 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia EV3 offers slightly more boot space – 460 L compared to 375 L. That’s a difference of about 85 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Kia EV3 offers a bit more capacity – up to 1,251 L, about 131 L more than the Suzuki Vitara.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV3 carries barely more – 470 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Suzuki Vitara sits just 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.

from £23,600
Vitara

Suzuki Vitara

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, Electric
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 110 - 184 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5 - 5.9 L/100km
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 344 - 426 km
Kia EV3
Suzuki Vitara

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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Suzuki Vitara

The Vitara is a city-smart SUV with a cheeky streak of off-road promise, perfect for drivers who want practicality without pretense. It’s honest, easy to live with and surprisingly likeable, a sensible companion for everyday adventures and weekend escapes.

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Kia EV3
Suzuki Vitara

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5 - 5.9 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 138 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
47 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
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
289 - 375 L
Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
Length
4,185 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
Height
1,595 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
Max trunk capacity
1,046 - 1,120 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
375 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Full Hybrid, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Automated Manual, Automatic Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 12.7 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
180 - 190 km/h
Torque
283 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,373 - 1,462 cm3

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,024 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, C, E, A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Suzuki
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