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Kia EV3 vs Toyota Corolla comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 178 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 28,600 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Toyota Corolla?

Kia EV3 vs Toyota Corolla: Key differences

Kia EV3

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • somewhat more power
  • visibly more trunk space
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Toyota Corolla

5 (1 Reviews)
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  • very slightly cheaper
  • noticeably 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 key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Toyota Corolla is very slightly cheaper – starting at 28,600 £ , while the Kia EV3 costs 30,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2,271 £.

Corolla

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 Kia EV3 offers somewhat more power – delivering 204 HP compared to 178 HP. That’s roughly 26 HP more horsepower.

Both models accelerate almost equally fast – 7.5 s from 0 to 100 km/h.

Looking at top speed, the Toyota Corolla is only slightly faster – reaching 180 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 10 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, Toyota Corolla is noticeably lighter – 1,420 kg compared to 1,800 kg. The difference is around 380 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia EV3 offers visibly more boot space – 460 L compared to 361 L. That’s a difference of about 99 L.

For maximum load capacity, the Kia EV3 offers moderately more capacity – up to 1,251 L, about 199 L more than the Toyota Corolla.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV3 carries barely more – 470 kg compared to 450 kg. That’s a difference of about 20 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV3 stands well ahead of its rival 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 : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 204 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 436 - 605 km
Kia EV3
Toyota Corolla

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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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Toyota Corolla

The Toyota Corolla remains the steady, no-nonsense compact that puts reliability and low running costs at the top of your shopping list, with a comfortable, well-built interior that won't embarrass you at the supermarket. It won't set your pulse racing, but it's an honest, easy-to-live-with car that makes smart sense for buyers who want dependability and sensible value with a dash of modern tech.

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Kia EV3
Toyota Corolla

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
Price
28,600 - 34,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
4.4 L/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Electric Range
-
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
co2
100 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
43 L

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
1,420 - 1,460 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
313 - 361 L
Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
Length
4,370 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,790 mm
Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
Height
1,435 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
Max trunk capacity
1,004 - 1,052 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
400 - 450 kg

Engine and Performance

Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Full Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
CVT
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
140 - 178 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 9.2 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
283 Nm
Torque
-
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
103 - 131 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1,798 - 1,987 cm3

General

Model Year
2024
Model Year
2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
Brand
Kia
Brand
Toyota
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