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Kia EV3 vs Volvo EX40
Selected trimStandard Range 58.3kWhChange trim270 mi · 58.3 kWh · £33,055
Selected trimSingle Motor Extended RangeChange trim355 mi · 82 kWh · £39,610
At a glance
In this comparison, Kia EV3 leads on running costs and city driving, while the Volvo EX40 leads on value for money and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Kia EV3 if...
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
Choose the Volvo EX40 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Kia EV3 edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueVolvo
Kia
6.3
Volvo
6.9
Motorway Range
Kia
4.1
Volvo
4.1
Too close to call
Family
Kia
6.5
Volvo
6.9
Too close to call
ChargingVolvo
Kia
4
Volvo
6.6
Cost Per MileKia
Kia
6
Volvo
3.3
City DrivingKia
Kia
7.4
Volvo
5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Kia EV3
Standard Range 58.3kWh
- £6,555 cheaper
- 50 litres more boot space
- 18 Wh/km more efficient
- 0.6 m tighter turning circle
Volvo EX40
Single Motor Extended Range
- 85 miles more WLTP range
- 73 kW faster rapid charging
- 35 kW more power
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Kia EV3Standard Range 58.3kWh | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £33,055 (better) | £39,610 |
| Official range | 270 miles | 355 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 460 L (better) | 410 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 29 min | 28 min (better) |
| 0-62 mph | 7.5 sec | 7.3 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Kia EV3
Volvo EX40
Length
Kia EV34,310mm-130mm
Volvo EX404,440mm
Width
Kia EV31,850mm-23mm
Volvo EX401,873mm
Height
Kia EV31,570mm-81mm
Volvo EX401,651mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Kia EV3Standard Range 58.3kWh | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,310 mm | 4,440 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,850 mm (better) | 1,873 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 2,034 mm |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,651 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.4 m (better) | 11 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 550 mm spare (better) | 527 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Kia EV3Standard Range 58.3kWh | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 917 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 4 (better) |
| Boot space (seats up) | 460 L (better) | 410 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1400 L |
| Frunk | 25 L | 31 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,500 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
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.
Volvo EX40
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Kia EV3 Standard Range 58.3kWh |  Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.31m | 4.44m+130mm |
| Width | 1.85m | 1.87m+23mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 2.03m |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.65m+81mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.68m | 2.70m+22mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 460L (better) | 410L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1400L |
| Frunk | 25L | 31L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 917mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.4m (better) | 11m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,800kg (better) | 2,075kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,500kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 58.3kWh | 82kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 270 mi | 355 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 127kW | 200kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,055 (better) | £39,610 |
| Price after EV grant | £31,555 (-£1,500) | £39,610 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2024+ | 2024+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Kia EV3Standard Range 58.3kWh | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 270 miles | 355 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 193 miles | 242 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 29 min | 28 min (better) |
| Max rapid charge rate | 127 kW | 200 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 149 Wh/km (better) | 167 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 58.3 kWh | 82 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NCMA | NMC |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Kia EV3Standard Range 58.3kWh | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.5 sec | 7.3 sec (better) |
| Power | 150 kW | 185 kW (better) |
| Torque | 283 Nm | 420 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Kia EV3
Standard Range 58.3kWh
8.5/10
average across 5 reviews
- DrivingElectric4.5/5
- Auto Express4.5/5
- Parkers4.2/5
Volvo EX40
Single Motor Extended Range
Watch the reviews
Watch selected video reviews here, or visit each model page for the full collection.
Kia EV3
All 3 videos
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Kia EV3Standard Range 58.3kWh | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £25,220 | £33,995 |
| Average used price | £25,750 | £38,260 |
| Saving vs RRP | £7,305 below new | £1,350 below new |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
Compare purchase price, energy, road tax and maintenance with a petrol or diesel alternative.
Calculate company-car tax
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
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)
Euro NCAP - Volvo EX40 Single Motor Extended Range
Tested 2018
Adult Occupant97%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users71%
Safety Assist76%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Kia EV3Standard Range 58.3kWh | Volvo EX40Single Motor Extended Range |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years | 8 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,934 km | 160,934 km |
Buying options
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Kia EV3
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Volvo EX40
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Kia EV3
No active listings.
Volvo EX40
- £38,0582025Car360View
- £36,8872025Car360View
- £35,0372024Car360View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Volvo EX40 worth the extra £6,555 over the Kia EV3?
The Volvo EX40 costs £6,555 more than the Kia EV3. For that premium it adds 85 miles more WLTP range, 73 kW faster peak rapid charging and 35 kW more power. The Kia EV3 is not just cheaper - it also offers 50 litres more boot space and lower energy use, 149 versus 167 Wh/km. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Kia EV3 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Kia EV3 or the Volvo EX40?
The Kia EV3 is £6,555 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £160 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Kia EV3 comes out roughly £6,675 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Kia EV3 and Volvo EX40 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 193 miles for the Kia EV3 and 242 miles for the Volvo EX40 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Volvo EX40 goes roughly 49 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 28-29 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Kia EV3 or the Volvo EX40?
The two are within 23 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 550 mm of total clearance for the Kia EV3 and about 527 mm of total clearance for the Volvo EX40. The Kia EV3 also turns in a 0.6 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Kia EV3 or the Volvo EX40?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 89% battery health for the Kia EV3 and 84% for the Volvo EX40. That gives the Kia EV3 a modest edge in retained real-world range. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. Both batteries carry a 8-year manufacturer warranty.
Go deeper on each car
Visit the full model pages for owner feedback, expert reviews, used prices and battery-health information.
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Further reading
Explore buying and ownership guides to help you choose between these electric cars.
GuideBuying a Used Kia EV3 (2024 on): Which Battery, the Recall, the 7-Year Warranty & What to Pay
A used Kia EV3 buyer’s guide: Standard and Long Range explained, the instrument-cluster recall, the 7-year warranty left, real-world range, what owners report, what to pay against a new one with the grant, and a printable checklist.
GuideBuying a Used Volvo EX40 or EC40 (2024-on): Versions, the Braking Recall & What to Pay
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .