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Kia EV3 vs Suzuki Vitara comparison

Compare performance (265 HP vs 184 HP), boot space and price (40,200 £ 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

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • visibly more electric range
  • slightly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • very slightly more trunk space
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Suzuki Vitara

4.5 (5 Reviews)
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  • significantly cheaper
  • only slightly more efficient
  • considerably lighter
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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.

Suzuki Vitara is significantly cheaper – starting at 23,600 £ , while the Kia EV3 costs 40,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 16,611 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Suzuki Vitara is only slightly more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the Kia EV3. That’s a difference of about 0.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers visibly more range – reaching up to 572 km, about 146 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 noticeably more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 184 HP. That’s roughly 81 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV3 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.6 s, while the Suzuki Vitara takes 7.4 s. That’s about 0.8 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV3 delivers clearly more torque with 385 Nm compared to 307 Nm. That’s about 78 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 1,995 kg. The difference is around 740 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia EV3 offers very slightly more boot space – 413 L compared to 375 L. That’s a difference of about 38 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV3 carries a bit more – 485 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 60 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV3 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.

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EV3

Kia EV3

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 265 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 572 km
Kia EV3
Suzuki Vitara

Costs and Consumption

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Dimensions and Body

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Kia EV3

The Kia EV3 is a stylish, user-friendly electric crossover that focuses on practicality and a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It delivers a comfortable ride with intuitive technology and efficient everyday performance, making it a sensible choice for city and family use.

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Suzuki Vitara

The Suzuki Vitara is a practical compact SUV that balances a comfortable, composed ride with easy-to-live-with interior space, making it well suited for daily driving and weekend getaways. It's widely praised for reliable engineering and sensible running costs, offering straightforward value to buyers who want a no-nonsense, economical crossover.

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Kia EV3
Suzuki Vitara

Costs and Consumption

Price
40,200 - 43,900 £
Price
23,600 - 36,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.3 - 5.8 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.6 kWh/100km
Electric Range
572 km
Electric Range
344 - 426 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 - 137 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,995 kg
Curb weight
1,255 - 1,935 kg
Trunk capacity
413 L
Trunk capacity
310 - 375 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,775 - 1,800 mm
Height
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Height
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
485 kg
Payload
395 - 425 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Automatic Gearbox, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
265 HP
Power HP
110 - 184 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.6 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
385 Nm
Torque
193 - 307 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
195 kW
Power kW
81 - 135 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,373 cm3

General

Model Year
2026
Model Year
2,025 - 2,026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E, A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Suzuki
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