Compare the Kia EV3 with the Volvo EX30
After the arrival of the successful Kia EV6 and the Kia EV9, Kia is launching a third in its EV line: the Kia EV3. The 100% electric Kia EV3 is the smallest and most affordable car in this line. What about the electric performance of this model? And what options and accessories come as standard? It's time to compare the Kia EV3 with a similar and popular car in its class: the Volvo EX30.
Kia EV3
Volvo EX30
Design
There is no arguing about taste. Yet there are a few notable features in the design. For instance, both vehicles have roughly the same design. As a result, the front bumper of both vehicles looks very similar. The rest of the bodywork has round and organic shapes. This benefits the range! The Kia EV3 and Volvo EX30 are both about the same height on their axles, which gives you - when you are behind the wheel - a nice overview of the road. One big difference between the two vehicles is the amount of space inside.The Kia EV3 has 460 litres of boot space compared to 318 litres in the Volvo EX30. A difference of 142 litres!
Performance
Besides the design, the performance of the electric vehicle is also important. Of course, you want to be able to drive long miles without charging too much. To start, the Kia EV3 has a WLTP range of up to a whopping 600 kilometres compared to the Volvo EX30's maximum 475-kilometre WLTP range. With 600 kilometres, you can drive from Amsterdam to Paris, and even then you will still have 100 kilometres left! The EV3's long range is due to the powerful E-GMP platform on which this EV is built. Kia had this platform built with a focus on EV technology. This is also reflected in the Kia EV3's deliverable battery packs. For instance, this model is available with an 81.4 kWh battery pack. The Volvo EX30 has a maximum 64 kWh battery. Run out of range? You can charge the Kia EV3 Standard Range from 0 to an 80% full battery within 30 minutes. The Volvo EX30 Single Motor is just a little faster, reaching 80% in 27 minutes.
Options and accessories
Volvo is known for its various safety systems. So is the Volvo EX30. The vehicle has parking assistance, 360-degree camera, Pilot-Assist, Driver Alert System and a collision avoidance system. Pilot-Assist allows you to overtake other road users safely, change lanes safely, adjust the speed of the vehicle to the one in front and brake in an unsafe situation. Furthermore, the Volvo EX30 has a sporty steering wheel, ergonomic front seats and all kinds of pockets in the interior for storage. Via the 12.3-inch tablet that is in the center of the dashboard, the vehicle is controllable. Playing music through the Volvo EX30's speakers is a party. This is because the vehicle has a premium sound system that provides insane sound.
The Kia EV3 is Kia's first electric vehicle with the V2G and V2H system. So with the arrival of the Kia EV3, you can deliver power back to the grid as well as power your home! Kia has also developed a new safety option. The Kia EV3 can change lanes by itself if you indicate direction and the road next to it is clear. And it is equipped with adaptive cruise control, Dual Zone Climate Control, Full Map navigation with Kia Connect and 29-inch panoramic display.
Conclusion: choose the Kia EV3 or the Volvo EX30?
Do you care about electric performance? Then the Kia EV3 is your vehicle. Fair enough: because of its E-GMP platform, the Kia EV3 wins out over the Volvo EX30 in this respect. Do you think a rich options package is important? Then consider the Volvo EX30 as your ideal electric vehicle. The Volvo EX30 comes with richer options as standard, such as all kinds of safety systems.