Compare performance (196 HP vs 265 HP), boot space and price (30,000 £ vs 40,200 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer or Kia EV3?
All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.
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.
Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is clearly cheaper – starting at 30,000 £ , while the Kia EV3 costs 40,200 £ . That’s a price difference of around 10,191 £.
In terms of energy consumption, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is barely more efficient: consuming 15.6 kWh/100km compared to 15.8 kWh/100km for the Kia EV3. That’s a difference of about 0.2 kWh/100km.
As for electric range, the Kia EV3 offers noticeably more range – reaching up to 572 km, about 127 km more than the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer.
Power, torque and acceleration say a lot about how a car feels on the road. This is where you see which model delivers more driving dynamics.
When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV3 offers clearly more power – delivering 265 HP compared to 196 HP. That’s roughly 69 HP more horsepower.
When accelerating from 0 to 100 km/h, the Kia EV3 is slightly quicker – completing the sprint in 6.6 s, while the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer takes 7.7 s. That’s about 1.1 s quicker.
There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV3 delivers marginally more torque with 385 Nm compared to 360 Nm. That’s about 25 Nm more.
Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.
Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.
In terms of curb weight, Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is markedly lighter – 1,438 kg compared to 1,995 kg. The difference is around 557 kg.
Looking at boot space, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer offers clearly more boot space – 597 L compared to 413 L. That’s a difference of about 184 L.
When it comes to payload, the Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer carries marginally more – 502 kg compared to 485 kg. That’s a difference of about 17 kg.
The Vauxhall Astra Sports Tourer is narrowly 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.
The Opel Astra Sports Tourer blends family-friendly practicality with a sleek, grown-up wagon silhouette that manages to be both useful and unexpectedly stylish. It’s an easy car to live with — comfortable, well put together and clever with space — a sensible choice for buyers who want everyday versatility without fuss.
detailsThe Kia EV3 is a stylish, user-friendly electric crossover that focuses on practicality and a roomy, well-equipped cabin. It delivers a comfortable ride with intuitive technology and efficient everyday performance, making it a sensible choice for city and family use.
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Costs and Consumption |
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Price
30,000 - 39,600 £
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Price
40,200 - 43,900 £
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Consumption L/100km
2.3 - 5 L/100km
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Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.6 kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.8 kWh/100km
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Electric Range
83 - 445 km
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Electric Range
572 km
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Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
0 - 132 g/km
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co2
0 g/km
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Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
-
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Dimensions and Body |
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Body Type
Estate
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Body Type
SUV
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Seats
5
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Seats
5
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Doors
-
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Doors
-
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Curb weight
1,438 - 1,765 kg
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Curb weight
1,995 kg
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Trunk capacity
466 - 597 L
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Trunk capacity
413 L
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Length
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Length
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Width
1,859 mm
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Width
1,850 mm
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Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Max trunk capacity
-
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Payload
434 - 502 kg
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Payload
485 kg
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Engine and Performance |
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Engine Type
Petrol MHEV, Plugin Hybrid, Diesel, Electric
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Engine Type
Electric
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission
Automatic
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Transmission Detail
Dual-Clutch Automatic, Automatic Gearbox, Reduction Gearbox
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Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
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Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
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Drive Type
All-Wheel Drive
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Power HP
130 - 196 HP
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Power HP
265 HP
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
7.7 - 10.6 s
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
6.6 s
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Max Speed
-
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Max Speed
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Torque
230 - 360 Nm
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Torque
385 Nm
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Number of Cylinders
3 - 4
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Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
96 - 144 kW
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Power kW
195 kW
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Engine capacity
1,199 - 1,598 cm3
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Engine capacity
-
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General |
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Model Year
2026
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Model Year
2026
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CO2 Efficiency Class
C, B, D, A
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CO2 Efficiency Class
A
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Brand
Vauxhall
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Brand
Kia
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