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Kia EV3 vs VW ID.7 comparison

Compare performance (204 HP vs 340 HP), boot space and price (30,800 £ vs 46,400 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or VW ID.7?

Kia EV3 vs VW ID.7: Key differences

Kia EV3

4.7 (3 Reviews)
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  • considerably cheaper
  • markedly lighter

VW ID.7

4 (4 Reviews)
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  • noticeably more power
  • marginally more efficient
  • a bit more electric range
  • clearly 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:

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.

Kia EV3 is considerably cheaper – starting at 30,800 £ , while the VW ID.7 costs 46,400 £ . That’s a price difference of around 15,527 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the VW ID.7 is marginally more efficient: consuming 13.6 kWh/100km compared to 14.9 kWh/100km for the Kia EV3. That’s a difference of about 1.3 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the VW ID.7 offers a bit more range – reaching up to 708 km, about 103 km more than the Kia EV3.

ID.7

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 ID.7 offers noticeably more power – delivering 340 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 136 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW ID.7 is clearly quicker – completing the sprint in 5.4 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.5 s. That’s about 2.1 s quicker.

Looking at top speed, the VW ID.7 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.

There’s also a difference in torque: the VW ID.7 delivers clearly more torque with 679 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 396 Nm more.

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, Kia EV3 is markedly lighter – 1,800 kg compared to 2,180 kg. The difference is around 380 kg.

Looking at boot space, the VW ID.7 offers a bit more boot space – 532 L compared to 460 L. That’s a difference of about 72 L.

For maximum load capacity, the VW ID.7 offers markedly more capacity – up to 1,586 L, about 335 L more than the Kia EV3.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV3 carries very slightly more – 470 kg compared to 465 kg. That’s a difference of about 5 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The VW ID.7 is clearly superior 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.

from £46,400
ID.7

VW ID.7

  • Engine Type : Electric
  • Transmission : Automatic
  • Drive Type : Rear-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 286 - 340 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km : 13.6 - 16.2 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range : 594 - 708 km
Kia EV3
VW ID.7

Costs and Consumption

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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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VW ID.7

VW ID.7 arrives as Volkswagen's electric grand tourer, pairing a low-slung, aerodynamic silhouette with a calm, understated interior that prioritizes comfort and space. It’s a sensible choice for buyers who want a relaxed, high-tech cruiser that covers motorway miles with poise rather than bravado.

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Kia EV3
VW ID.7

Costs and Consumption

Price
30,800 - 41,700 £
Price
46,400 - 54,200 £
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption L/100km
-
Consumption kWh/100km
14.9 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
13.6 - 16.2 kWh/100km
Electric Range
436 - 605 km
Electric Range
594 - 708 km
Battery Capacity
58.3 - 81.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
77 - 86 kWh
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
-
Fuel tank capacity
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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
2,180 - 2,325 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
532 L
Length
4,300 - 4,310 mm
Length
4,961 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Width
1,862 mm
Height
1,560 - 1,570 mm
Height
1,535 - 1,536 mm
Max trunk capacity
1,251 L
Max trunk capacity
1,586 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
460 - 465 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
286 - 340 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
5.4 - 6.6 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
180 km/h
Torque
283 Nm
Torque
545 - 679 Nm
Number of Cylinders
-
Number of Cylinders
-
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
210 - 250 kW
Engine capacity
-
Engine capacity
-

General

Model Year
2,024
Model Year
2,023 - 2,024
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Kia
Brand
VW
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