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Kia EV3 vs Tesla Model S comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 1,020 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 94,300 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Tesla Model S?

Kia EV3 vs Tesla Model S: Key differences

Kia EV3

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • a bit more efficient
  • somewhat lighter

Tesla Model S

4.7 (1 Reviews)
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  • clearly more power
  • moderately more electric range
  • significantly quicker 0–100 km/h
  • significantly more trunk space

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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Kia EV3 is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the Tesla Model S costs 94,300 £ . That’s a price difference of around 63,429 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV3 is a bit more efficient: consuming 14.9 kWh/100km compared to 16.8 kWh/100km for the Tesla Model S. That’s a difference of about 1.9 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Tesla Model S offers moderately more range – reaching up to 744 km, about 139 km more than the Kia EV3.

Model S

Engine and Performance:

Power, torque and acceleration are the classic benchmarks for car enthusiasts – and here, some clear differences start to show.

When it comes to engine power, the Tesla Model S offers clearly more power – delivering 1,020 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 816 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Tesla Model S is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 2.1 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 5.4 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the Tesla Model S is clearly faster – reaching 322 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 152 km/h.

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 terms of curb weight, Kia EV3 is somewhat lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 2,092 kg. The difference is around 292 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Tesla Model S offers significantly more boot space – 799 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 339 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Tesla Model S offers noticeably more capacity – up to 1,828 L, about 577 L more than the Kia EV3.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV3 carries very slightly more – 470 kg compared to 442 kg. That’s a difference of about 28 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Tesla Model S is decisively 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.

from £94,300
Model S

Tesla Model S

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 670 - 1,020 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 611 - 744 km
Kia EV3
Tesla Model S

Costs and Consumption

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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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Tesla Model S

The Tesla Model S glides like a luxury sedan from the future, delivering instant shove and serene highway composure that make it feel equally at home on a rush-hour commute or a long-distance cruise. Inside, its minimalist cabin and gadget-forward interface turn every drive into a tech demo, making it as much a statement piece as a practical choice — and one that still manages to feel a little bit magical.

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Kia EV3
Tesla Model S

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
Price
94,300 - 102,800 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
16.8 - 18 kWh/100km
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Electric Range
611 - 744 km
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
-

Dimensions and Body

Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1,800 - 1,885 kg
Curb weight
2,092 - 2,197 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
799 L
Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
Length
5,021 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,987 mm
Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
Height
1,431 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
Max trunk capacity
1,828 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
432 - 442 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
670 - 1,020 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
2.1 - 3.2 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
240 - 322 km/h
Torque
283 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
493 - 750 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Tesla
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