Compare performance (204 HP vs 150 HP), boot space and price (30800 £ vs 25800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or VW Caddy Compact Van?
Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.
VW Caddy Compact Van has a to a small extent advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25800 £ , while the Kia EV3 costs 30800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5027 £.
As for electric range, the Kia EV3 performs clearly better – achieving up to 605 km, about 485 km more than the VW Caddy Compact Van.
Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.
When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV3 has a noticeable edge – offering 204 HP compared to 150 HP. That’s roughly 54 HP more horsepower.
In terms of top speed, the VW Caddy Compact Van performs slight better – reaching 186 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 16 km/h.
There’s also a difference in torque: VW Caddy Compact Van pulls a bit stronger with 320 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 37 Nm difference.
Cabin size, boot volume and payload all play a role in everyday practicality. Here, comfort and flexibility make the difference.
Seats: Kia EV3 offers convincingly more seating capacity – 5 vs 2.
In curb weight, VW Caddy Compact Van is evident lighter – 1442 kg compared to 1800 kg. The difference is around 358 kg.
In maximum load capacity, the VW Caddy Compact Van performs convincingly better – up to 3700 L, which is about 2449 L more than the Kia EV3.
When it comes to payload, VW Caddy Compact Van clearly perceptible takes the win – 759 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 289 kg.
The Kia EV3 is far ahead overall 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 VW Caddy is a clever compact van that turns urban chores into something almost enjoyable, thanks to smart packaging and a cabin that refuses to feel like punishment. For buyers who want useful practicality without drama, the Caddy is a tidy, dependable choice that quietly gets the job done while remaining surprisingly pleasant to drive.
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Price
30800 - 41700 £
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Price
25800 - 42300 £
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Consumption L/100km
-
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Consumption L/100km
0.5 - 6.8 L
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Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh
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Consumption kWh/100km
-
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Electric Range
436 - 605 km
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Electric Range
117 - 120 km
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Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
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Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
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co2
0 g/km
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co2
11 - 154 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Fuel tank capacity
50 L
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
SUV
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Body Type
Cargo Van
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Seats
5
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Seats
2
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Doors
5
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Doors
4 - 5
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Curb weight
1800 - 1885 kg
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Curb weight
1442 - 1818 kg
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Trunk capacity
460 L
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Trunk capacity
-
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Length
4300 - 4310 mm
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Length
4500 - 4853 mm
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Width
1850 mm
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Width
1855 mm
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Height
1560 - 1570 mm
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Height
1819 - 1823 mm
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Max trunk capacity
1251 L
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Max trunk capacity
3100 - 3700 L
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Payload
470 kg
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Payload
628 - 759 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Electric
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Engine Type
Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
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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
102 - 150 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
-
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Max Speed
170 km/h
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Max Speed
175 - 186 km/h
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Torque
283 Nm
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Torque
220 - 320 Nm
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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
75 - 110 kW
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Engine capacity
-
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Engine capacity
1498 - 1968 cm3
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General |
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Model Year
2024
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Model Year
2024
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
E, B
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Brand
Kia
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Brand
VW
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The Kia EV3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.