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Kia EV3 vs VW Polo - Differences and prices compared

Compare performance (204 HP vs 207 HP), boot space and price (30800 £ vs 17000 £) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Kia EV3 or VW Polo?

Kia EV3

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VW Polo

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

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Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are often the first things buyers look at. Here it becomes clear which model has the long-term edge – whether at the pump, the plug, or in purchase price.

VW Polo has a clearly advantage in terms of price – it starts at 17000 £, while the Kia EV3 costs 30800 £. That’s a price difference of around 13847 £.

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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 Polo has a barely noticeable edge – offering 207 HP compared to 204 HP. That’s roughly 3 HP more horsepower.

In acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h, the VW Polo is a bit quicker – completing the sprint in 6.50 s, while the Kia EV3 takes 7.50 s. That’s about 1 s faster.

In terms of top speed, the VW Polo performs evident better – reaching 240 km/h, while the Kia EV3 tops out at 170 km/h. The difference is around 70 km/h.

There’s also a difference in torque: VW Polo pulls to a small extent stronger with 320 Nm compared to 283 Nm. That’s about 37 Nm difference.

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Space and Everyday Use:

Whether family car or daily driver – which one offers more room, flexibility and comfort?

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In curb weight, VW Polo is convincingly lighter – 1143 kg compared to 1800 kg. The difference is around 657 kg.

In terms of boot space, the Kia EV3 offers distinct more room – 460 L compared to 351 L. That’s a difference of about 109 L.

In maximum load capacity, the Kia EV3 performs slightly better – up to 1251 L, which is about 126 L more than the VW Polo.

When it comes to payload, Kia EV3 hardly perceptible takes the win – 470 kg compared to 457 kg. That’s a difference of about 13 kg.

Who comes out on top?

Overall, the VW Polo shows itself to be leaves the rival little chance 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.

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VW Polo

  • Engine Type : Petrol
  • Transmission : Manuel, Automatic
  • Drive Type : Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP : 80 - 207 HP
  • Consumption L/100km : 5.1 - 6.5 L
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Kia EV3

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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 Polo

The Polo is a small car with surprisingly grown-up refinement, delivering comfortable packaging, crisp handling and a build quality that punches above its class. For buyers who want a practical, fuss-free hatch that still feels a little premium, it’s a sensible, slightly cheeky choice you’ll enjoy every day.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
30800 - 41700 £
Price
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
5.1 - 6.5 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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58.3 - 81.4 kWh
Battery Capacity
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co2
0 g/km
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116 - 148 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
40 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
1143 - 1378 kg
Trunk capacity
460 L
Trunk capacity
351 L
Length
4300 - 4310 mm
Length
4074 mm
Width
1850 mm
Width
1751 mm
Height
1560 - 1570 mm
Height
1431 - 1451 mm
Max trunk capacity
1251 L
Max trunk capacity
1125 L
Payload
470 kg
Payload
432 - 457 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Electric
Engine Type
Petrol
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, Dual-Clutch Automatic
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
204 HP
Power HP
80 - 207 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.5 - 7.9 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.5 - 15.6 s
Max Speed
170 km/h
Max Speed
171 - 240 km/h
Torque
283 Nm
Torque
93 - 320 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
Power kW
150 kW
Power kW
59 - 152 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
999 - 1984 cm3

General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2024 - 2025
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
D, E
Brand
Kia
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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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