Compare performance (204 HP vs 223 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 29,100 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Toyota C-HR?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Toyota C-HR is marginally cheaper – starting at 29,100 £ , while the Kia EV3 costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 1,714 £.
As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers substantially more range – reaching up to 605 km, about 539 km more than the Toyota C-HR.
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 Toyota C-HR offers marginally more power – delivering 223 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 19 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Toyota C-HR 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.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Toyota C-HR is a bit lighter – 1,505 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 295 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Kia EV3 offers barely more boot space – 460 L compared to 447 L. That’s a difference of about 13 L.
When it comes to payload, the Kia EV3 carries very slightly more – 470 kg compared to 425 kg. That’s a difference of about 45 kg.
The Kia EV3 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.
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 Toyota C-HR wraps efficient hybrid drivetrains in dramatic, European‑tuned styling and a noticeably upmarket cabin, delivering composed ride quality and easy city manners that suit style‑minded commuters and company drivers. Accept a tighter, dim rear seat, a fiddly high‑lip boot and occasional CVT grumble plus persistent warning chimes, and you get a very economical, confident little crossover that prizes individuality over outright practicality.
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Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
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Price
29,100 - 42,800 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5.1 L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
436 - 605 km
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Electric Range
66 km
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Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
-
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
52 - 116 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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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
5
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,800 - 1,885 kg
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Curb weight
1,505 - 1,755 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
350 - 447 L
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Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
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Length
-
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Width
1,850 mm
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Width
1,832 mm
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Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
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Height
-
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Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
470 kg
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Payload
375 - 425 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Full Hybrid, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
CVT
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 HP
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Power HP
140 - 223 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.4 - 9.9 s
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Max Speed
-
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Torque
283 Nm
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Torque
-
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Number of Cylinders
4
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Power kW
150 kW
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Power kW
103 - 164 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, D, B
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Toyota
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