The Kia EV3 and EV5 are the two most popular Kia electric cars in Sweden. The EV3 is compact and affordable, the EV5 is spacious and powerful. Here we compare them side by side to help you choose the right one.
Overview
| Kia EV3 LR | Kia EV5 | |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | 478 900 kr | 553 900 kr |
| Battery | 81,4 kWh | 84 kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 605 km | 530 km |
| 0–100 km/h | 7,5 s | 7,5 s |
| Cargo space | 460 L | 566 L |
| Length | 4 300 mm | 4 615 mm |
| Towing capacity | 750 kg | 2 000 kg |
| AWD available | No | Yes |
| V2L | Yes | Yes |
| Warranty | 7 years | 7 years |
Analysis
Interestingly, the EV3 Long Range has 75 km more range than the EV5 despite its lower price – thanks to lower weight and more efficient aerodynamics. But the EV5 clearly wins on space, towing capacity, and driving characteristics.
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FAQ
The EV3 Long Range with 605 km beats the EV5's 530 km by 75 km. The EV3 is lighter and more aerodynamic.
The EV5 – larger cargo space (566 vs 460 L), more spacious rear seat, 2 000 kg towing capacity, and available AWD.
The EV3 LR costs 478 900 kr, the EV5 Earth 553 900 kr – a difference of 75 000 kr.