Head-to-head
Kia EV3 vs Kia EV4
The Kia EV3 starts $2,390 (5%) below the Kia EV4. Here's how that price gap plays out across range, charging, safety and warranty.
Option A · SUV
Kia EV3
Kia's smallest EV undercuts the EV5 and EV6 while delivering best-in-class WLTP range. The 81.4 kWh Long Range battery in Air trim is the highlight; the 58.3 kWh Standard Range provides the $47,600 from-price.
- From
- $47,600
- Range
- 604 km
- Battery
- 81.4 kWh
Option B · Sedan
Kia EV4
Kia's electric sedan slots beneath the EV6 and is positioned to undercut the Tesla Model 3 in Australia. Bold fastback styling, 7-year warranty, and an under-$50k from-price are the headline pitch.
- From
- $49,990
- Range
- 456 km
- Battery
- 58.3 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the Kia EV3 and Kia EV4, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Kia EV3
The Kia EV3 goes 148 km further on a charge (604 vs 456 km WLTP).
- 2
DC charging · advantage Kia EV4
The Kia EV4 accepts 222 kW more DC peak charging (350 vs 128 kW), meaning shorter road-trip stops.
- 3
Battery · advantage Kia EV3
The Kia EV3 carries a 23.1 kWh larger battery (81.4 vs 58.3 kWh).
- 4
Price · advantage Kia EV3
The Kia EV3 undercuts the Kia EV4 by $2,390 (5%) on starting price.
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the Kia EV3 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $2,390
- ▸ 148 km longer WLTP range
Where the Kia EV4 wins
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (7.4s vs 7.5s)
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (350 kW vs 128 kW)
Kia EV3
What we like
- ✓ Class-leading 604 km WLTP range from the Long Range battery
- ✓ Seven-year vehicle warranty
- ✓ Fresh 5-star ANCAP rating from 2025
What we don't
- ✕ DC charging speed (128 kW) trails 800V Kia EV6/EV9
- ✕ Battery warranty distance is 100,000 km (less than some rivals)
- ✕ Standard Range base variant gives up significant range
Kia EV4
What we like
- ✓ Undercuts Tesla Model 3 from-price
- ✓ Kia's 7-year vehicle warranty
- ✓ Distinctive fastback styling stands out
What we don't
- ✕ Standard Range battery limits highway range
- ✕ AWD not yet offered
- ✕ Newer model — long-term reliability unproven
Frequently asked: Kia EV3 vs Kia EV4
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the Kia EV3 or the Kia EV4?
- The Kia EV3 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $47,600 versus $49,990 for the Kia EV4, a $2,390 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Kia EV3 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 604 km, 148 km further than the Kia EV4's 456 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Kia EV4 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 350 kW versus 128 kW for the Kia EV3. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
Kia EV3
if…
- ✓ you want to save $2,390 on the sticker
- ✓ maximum range matters (148 km further per charge)
- ✓ you match the profile: long commutes
Choose the
Kia EV4
if…
- ✓ you regularly do long road trips (faster DC peak)
- ✓ you match the profile: tesla model 3 cross-shoppers
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.