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Kia EV3 vs VW Golf – Differences & prices compared

Compare performance, boot capacity, efficiency and price at a glance.
Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or VW Golf?

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

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Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

VW Golf has a evident advantage in terms of price – it starts at 25200 £, while the Kia EV3 costs 30800 £. That’s a price difference of around 5653 £.

As for range, the Kia EV3 performs clearly better – achieving up to 605 km, about 462 km more than the VW Golf.

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Engine and Performance:

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 VW Golf has a distinct edge – offering 333 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 129 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Golf is significantly quicker – completing the sprint in 4.60 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.50 s. That’s about 2.90 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Golf performs clearly perceptible better – reaching 270 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 100 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Golf pulls distinct stronger with 420 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 137 Nm difference.

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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 curb weight, VW Golf is noticeable lighter – 1307 kg compared to 1800 kg. The difference is around 493 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia EV3 offers slightly more room – 460 L compared to 381 L. That’s a difference of about 79 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia EV3 performs minimal better – up to 1251 L, which is about 14 L more than the VW Golf.

When it comes to payload, VW Golf slight takes the win – 508 kg compared to 470 kg. That’s a difference of about 38 kg.

Who wins the race?

The VW Golf proves to be leaves the rival little chance and therefore becomes our DriveDuel Champion!
VW Golf is the better all-rounder in this comparison.

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VW Golf

  • Engine Type : Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
  • Transmission : Automatic, Manuel
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 116 - 333 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 1.1 - 8.1 L
  • Electric Range : 131 - 143 km
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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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VW Golf

The VW Golf remains the everyman’s favourite — cleverly balanced, composed and just posh enough to feel grown-up without pretending to be something it’s not. It slips through town and eats up longer trips with a refined cabin, practical layout and a kindly, capable character that turns everyday driving into something a little bit special.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30800 - 41700 £
Price
25200 - 47600 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
1.1 - 8.1 L
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh
Consumption kWh/100km
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Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Electric Range
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Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
19.70 kWh
co2
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co2
25 - 184 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
40 - 55 L

Dimensions and Body
Body Type
SUV
Body Type
Hatchback
Seats
5
Seats
5
Doors
5
Doors
5
Curb weight
1800 - 1885 kg
Curb weight
1307 - 1662 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
273 - 381 L
Length
4300 - 4310 mm
Length
4282 - 4296 mm
Width
1850 mm
Width
1789 mm
Height
1560 - 1570 mm
Height
1454 - 1483 mm
Max trunk capacity
1251 L
Max trunk capacity
1129 - 1237 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
438 - 508 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Petrol, Diesel, Plugin Hybrid
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic, Manuel
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Manual Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
116 - 333 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
4.6 - 10.2 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
202 - 270 km/h
Torque
283 Nm
Torque
220 - 420 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
85 - 245 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
1498 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, F, G, C, B
Brand
Kia
Brand
VW

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What drive types are available for the Kia EV3?

The Kia EV3 is offered with Front-Wheel Drive.

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