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Kia EV3 vs Volvo EX60 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 680 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 54,000 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or Volvo EX60?

Kia EV3 vs Volvo EX60: Key differences

Kia EV3

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  • clearly cheaper
  • visibly lighter

Volvo EX60

  • significantly more power
  • very slightly more efficient
  • markedly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • a bit 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 Volvo EX60 costs 54,000 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,143 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Volvo EX60 is very slightly more efficient: consuming 14.7 kWh/100km compared to 14.9 kWh/100km for the Kia EV3. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Volvo EX60 offers markedly more range – reaching up to 810 km, about 205 km more than the Kia EV3.

EX60

Engine and Performance:

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 EX60 offers significantly more power – delivering 680 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 476 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Volvo EX60 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 3.9 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 3.6 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Volvo EX60 delivers significantly more torque with 790 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 507 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, Kia EV3 is visibly lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 2,190 kg. The difference is around 390 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Volvo EX60 offers a bit more boot space – 523 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 63 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV3 carries barely more – 470 kg compared to 460 kg. That’s a difference of about 10 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Volvo EX60 holds a decisive overall lead 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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EX60

Volvo EX60

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 374 - 680 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 14.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 620 - 810 km
Kia EV3
Volvo EX60

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Dimensions and Body

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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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Volvo EX60

The Volvo EX60 arrives as a sleek, family-friendly electric SUV that blends Scandinavian restraint with a surprising dash of personality, wrapping a calm, premium cabin around practical everyday usability. It’s aimed at buyers who prize safety and comfort but still want a car that rewards an enthusiastic drive, proving that sensible can be quietly fun.

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Kia EV3
Volvo EX60

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
Price
54,000 - 70,100 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
14.7 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Electric Range
620 - 810 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
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,800 - 1,885 kg
Curb weight
2,190 - 2,425 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
523 L
Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
Length
-
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,899 mm
Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
Height
-
Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
Max trunk capacity
-
Payload
470 kg
Payload
435 - 460 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
Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
374 - 680 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
3.9 - 5.9 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
-
Torque
283 Nm
Torque
480 - 790 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
275 - 500 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,026 - 2,027
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
Volvo
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