Compare performance (204 HP vs 428 HP), boot space and price (30800 £ vs 33000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Volvo EX30?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
Kia EV3 has a minimal advantage in terms of price – it starts at 30800 £ , while the Volvo EX30 costs 33000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 2143 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the advantage goes to the Kia EV3: with 14.90 kWh per 100 km, it’s a bit more efficient than the Volvo EX30 with 17 kWh. That’s a difference of about 2.10 kWh.
As for electric range, the Kia EV3 performs clearly perceptible better – achieving up to 605 km, about 129 km more than the Volvo EX30.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Volvo EX30 has a decisively edge – offering 428 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 224 HP more horsepower.
In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX30 is convincingly quicker – completing the sprint in 3.60 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.50 s. That’s about 3.90 s faster.
In terms of top speed, the Volvo EX30 performs barely noticeable better – reaching 180 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 10 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: Volvo EX30 pulls decisively stronger with 543 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 260 Nm difference.
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 curb weight, Kia EV3 is barely noticeable lighter – 1800 kg compared to 1840 kg. The difference is around 40 kg.
In terms of boot space, the Kia EV3 offers clearly perceptible more room – 460 L compared to 318 L. That’s a difference of about 142 L.
In maximum load capacity, the Kia EV3 performs evident better – up to 1251 L, which is about 251 L more than the Volvo EX30.
When it comes to payload, Kia EV3 somewhat takes the win – 470 kg compared to 390 kg. That’s a difference of about 80 kg.
Overall, the Volvo EX30 shows itself to be dominates this comparison and secures the title of DriveDuel Champion.
It convinces with the more balanced overall package and proves to be the more versatile choice for everyday use.
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 Volvo EX30 arrives as a compact electric with crisp Scandinavian design and a cheeky personality, proving you can be serious about safety and still enjoy a grin on your commute. Its cabin is cleverly packaged and delightfully easy to live with, offering smart tech and practical touches that make it feel like a grown-up's city car with a sense of fun.
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Price
30800 - 41700 £
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Price
33000 - 49100 £
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
17 - 18.7 kWh
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Electric Range
436 - 605 km
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Electric Range
339 - 476 km
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Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
49 - 65 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
0 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
5
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Curb weight
1800 - 1885 kg
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Curb weight
1840 - 1960 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
318 L
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Length
4300 - 4310 mm
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Length
4233 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Width
1838 mm
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Height
1560 - 1570 mm
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Height
1550 - 1567 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1251 L
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Max trunk capacity
1000 L
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Payload
470 kg
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Payload
370 - 390 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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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
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
204 HP
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Power HP
272 - 428 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.6 - 5.7 s
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Max Speed
180 km/h
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Torque
283 Nm
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Torque
343 - 543 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
-
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Power kW
150 kW
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Power kW
200 - 315 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024 - 2025
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
Volvo
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The Kia EV3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.