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Leapmotor T03 vs Kia EV3 comparison

Compare performance (95 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (16,200 £ vs 40,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Leapmotor T03 or Kia EV3?

Leapmotor T03 vs Kia EV3: Key differences

Leapmotor T03

  • clearly cheaper
  • substantially lighter
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Kia EV3

4.6 (5 Reviews)
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  • considerably more power
  • barely more efficient
  • significantly more electric range
  • considerably quicker 0–100 km/h
  • substantially more trunk space
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

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

T03

Costs and Efficiency:

Price and efficiency are key factors when choosing a car – and this is often where the real differences emerge.

Leapmotor T03 is clearly cheaper – starting at 16,200 £ , while the Kia EV3 costs 40,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 23,982 £.

In terms of energy consumption, the Kia EV3 is barely more efficient: consuming 15.8 kWh/100km compared to 16.3 kWh/100km for the Leapmotor T03. That’s a difference of about 0.5 kWh/100km.

As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers significantly more range – reaching up to 572 km, about 307 km more than the Leapmotor T03.

EV3

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 Kia EV3 offers considerably more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 95 HP. That’s roughly 170 HP more horsepower.

When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV3 is considerably quicker – completing the sprint in 6.6 s, while the Leapmotor T03 takes 12.7 s. That’s about 6.1 s quicker.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV3 delivers considerably more torque with 385 Nm compared to 158 Nm. That’s about 227 Nm more.

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.

Seats: Kia EV3 offers more seats – 5 vs 4.

In terms of curb weight, Leapmotor T03 is substantially lighter – 1,175 kg compared to 1,995 kg. The difference is around 820 kg.

Looking at boot space, the Kia EV3 offers substantially more boot space – 413 L compared to 210 L. That’s a difference of about 203 L.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV3 carries visibly more – 485 kg compared to 300 kg. That’s a difference of about 185 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV3 is decisively ahead 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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EV3

Kia EV3

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type All-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 265 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.8 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 572 km
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Leapmotor T03

Leapmotor T03 is a compact electric city car that blends bold styling with practical urban ease, making it an appealing choice for commuters who value smart tech and everyday affordability. It feels nimble in traffic and cleverly packaged inside, though it’s best suited to short urban trips rather than long highway journeys.

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pedro
8 May 2026, 11:01:53

Aesthetically it seems nicer to me, and I think it's better soundproofed.

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José
24 Dec 2025, 17:42:54

A good car for a small family. Easy and practical.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
16,200 £
Price
40,200 - 43,900 £
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
16.3 kWh/100km
Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 kWh/100km
Electric Range
265 km
Electric Range
572 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
-
co2
0 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
4
Seats
5
Doors
-
Doors
-
Curb weight
1,175 kg
Curb weight
1,995 kg
Trunk capacity
210 L
Trunk capacity
413 L
Length
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Length
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Width
1,652 mm
Width
1,850 mm
Height
-
Height
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Max trunk capacity
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Max trunk capacity
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Payload
300 kg
Payload
485 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
All-Wheel Drive
Power HP
95 HP
Power HP
265 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
12.7 s
Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 s
Max Speed
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Max Speed
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Torque
158 Nm
Torque
385 Nm
Number of Cylinders
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
70 kW
Power kW
195 kW
Engine capacity
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Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2024
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Leapmotor
Brand
Kia
What drive types are available for the Leapmotor T03?

The Leapmotor T03 is available as Front-Wheel Drive.

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