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Audi A2 e-tron vs Kia EV3
Selected trim52kWh 170PSChange trim262 mi · 52 kWh · £32,200
Selected trimStandard Range 58.3kWhChange trim270 mi · 58.3 kWh · £33,055
At a glance
In this comparison, Audi A2 e-tron leads on motorway range, family practicality and charging speed, while the Kia EV3 leads on value for money.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Audi A2 e-tron if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Kia EV3 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Audi A2 e-tron leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueKia
Audi
5.1
Kia
6.3
Motorway RangeAudi
Audi
6.3
Kia
4.1
FamilyAudi
Audi
7.7
Kia
6.5
ChargingAudi
Audi
6.9
Kia
4
Cost Per MileAudi
Audi
9.5
Kia
6
City Driving
Audi
7.7
Kia
7.4
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Kia EV3
Standard Range 58.3kWh
- 64 litres more boot space
- 27 kW faster rapid charging
- 1.3s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | Kia EV3Standard Range 58.3kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £32,200 (better) | £33,055 |
| Official range | 262 miles | 270 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 396 L | 460 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 24 min (better) | 29 min |
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec | 7.5 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Audi A2 e-tron
Kia EV3
Length
Audi A2 e-tron4,324mm
Kia EV34,310mm-14mm
Width
Audi A2 e-tron1,789mm-61mm
Kia EV31,850mm
Height
Audi A2 e-tron1,583mm
Kia EV31,570mm-13mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | Kia EV3Standard Range 58.3kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,324 mm | 4,310 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,789 mm (better) | 1,850 mm |
| Height | 1,583 mm | 1,570 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 10.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 611 mm spare (better) | 550 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | Kia EV3Standard Range 58.3kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 396 L | 460 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1336 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 13 L | 25 L (better) |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Audi A2 e-tron
- 262 mile WLTP range, longer than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Boot space of 396 L is bigger than 80% of hatchback EVs we track.
- At 4,324 mm, longer than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
Kia EV3
- At 4,310 mm, shorter than 85% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- Uses 149 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 90% of SUVs we track.
- 10.4 m turning circle, tighter than 85% of SUVs in our database.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Audi A2 e-tron 52kWh 170PS |  Kia EV3 Standard Range 58.3kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.32m | 4.31m-14mm |
| Width | 1.79m | 1.85m+61mm |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.57m-13mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.77m | 2.68m-90mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 396L | 460L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 1336L | Not available |
| Frunk | 13L | 25L (better) |
| Seats | Not available | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 10.4m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,800kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 52kWh | 58.3kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 262 mi | 270 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 127kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £32,200 (better) | £33,055 |
| Price after EV grant | £30,700 (-£1,500) (better) | £31,555 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2027+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | Kia EV3Standard Range 58.3kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 262 miles | 270 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 219 miles (better) | 193 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 24 min (better) | 29 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 127 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | Not available | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 149 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 52 kWh | 58.3 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NCMA |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | Kia EV3Standard Range 58.3kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 8.8 sec | 7.5 sec (better) |
| Power | 125 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Torque | 350 Nm (better) | 283 Nm |
| Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Audi A2 e-tron
52kWh 170PS
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Kia EV3
Standard Range 58.3kWh
8.5/10
average across 5 reviews
- Auto Express4.5/5
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Parkers4.2/5
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Kia EV3 Standard Range 58.3kWh
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant83%
Child Occupant84%
Vulnerable Road Users78%
Safety Assist78%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Audi A2 e-tron52kWh 170PS | Kia EV3Standard Range 58.3kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Audi A2 e-tron
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Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Audi A2 e-tron or the Kia EV3?
The Audi A2 e-tron is £855 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £136 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Audi A2 e-tron comes out roughly £975 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Audi A2 e-tron and Kia EV3 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 219 miles for the Audi A2 e-tron and 193 miles for the Kia EV3 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Audi A2 e-tron goes roughly 26 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 24-29 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Audi A2 e-tron or the Kia EV3?
The Audi A2 e-tron is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 61 mm narrower than the Kia EV3. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 611 mm of total clearance for the Audi A2 e-tron and about 550 mm of total clearance for the Kia EV3.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Audi A2 e-tron or the Kia EV3?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Audi A2 e-tron and 89% for the Kia EV3. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. The Audi A2 e-tron's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Kia EV3's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .