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Kia EV4 vs Volkswagen ID.3
Two hatchback cars at similar prices. Here is how the cheapest version of each compares, using the same October 2026 data. The better figure in each row is highlighted; it is not a recommendation.
The main differences
- The Kia EV4 is £2,250 cheaper than the Volkswagen ID.3 (£33,245 against £35,495).
- The Kia EV4 goes further: about 310 miles against 300 in typical real-world driving.
- The Kia EV4 is more efficient (4.0 against 3.8 miles per kWh), so it costs less to charge per mile.
- The Kia EV4 has the bigger boot: 435 litres against 385.
Side by side
| Kia EV4 Hatchback 81 kWh | Volkswagen ID.3 Neo 79 kWh | |
|---|---|---|
| Guide price (from) | £33,245 | £35,495 |
| Real-world range | 310 mi | 300 mi |
| Official WLTP range | – | 391 mi |
| Cold motorway range | – | 215 mi |
| Efficiency | 4.0 mi/kWh | 3.8 mi/kWh |
| Usable battery | 78 kWh | 79 kWh |
| Rapid charging (peak) | up to 135 kW | up to 183 kW |
| 10–80% charge | – | 30 min |
| AC charging | – | 11 kW |
| Boot | 435 L | 385 L |
| Towing (braked) | 1,000 kg | – |
| Length | – | 4,265 mm |
| 0–62 mph | 7.7 s | 7.1 s |
| Heat pump | Available (check whether standard) | Optional |
| V2L | Yes | Yes |
| Electric Car Grant | Band 1 | Band 2 |
| Brand warranty | 7 years | Check |
Cheapest version of each model in our list: Kia EV4 Hatchback 81 kWh and Volkswagen ID.3 Neo 79 kWh. Figures from EV Database UK and published UK sources, October 2026. Confirm prices and specifications with the seller.
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper, the Kia EV4 or the Volkswagen ID.3?
The Kia EV4 is £2,250 cheaper than the Volkswagen ID.3 (£33,245 against £35,495).
Which has the longer range, the Kia EV4 or the Volkswagen ID.3?
The Kia EV4 goes further: about 310 miles against 300 in typical real-world driving.
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