- Electric Vehicles
- Compare Electric Cars
- Hyundai Inster vs Kia EV3
Hyundai Inster vs Kia EV3
Hyundai Inster and Kia EV3 are compact electric SUVs built for urban and suburban buyers who want efficient daily transport with SUV space. Both fit the mainstream EV segment and suit buyers focused on practicality, range, and charging convenience.
Range figures show the Inster edges ahead in distance per charge, with higher EPA numbers. The EV3 follows closely but falls short by a few kilometers. Charging speeds are similar. Both support fast DC charging. The Inster achieves marginally faster 10-80 percent sessions. EV3 holds its own on home and public AC charging.
Price for the Inster sits slightly above the EV3. Kia’s EV3 targets a modest budget footprint. Availability varies by region. Inster is offered in more markets currently. EV3 is expanding into select regions. This page aids your choice by comparing range, charging, cost, and fit for your use.
QUICK VERDICT; Pick the Inster if you want slightly longer range and faster charge sessions. Choose EV3 if you want lower entry price and balanced performance.
Related EV Comparisons
- Kia EV4 sedan vs Kia EV3
- Kia EV4 sedan vs Kia EV6
- Kia EV4 hatchback vs Kia EV3
- Kia EV4 hatchback vs Kia EV6
- Hyundai Ioniq 9 vs Hyundai Ioniq 5
| |
| Price | $23,000.00 $35,000.00 |
| Our Rating | |
| Brand | Hyundai KIA |
| Category | Electric Cars Electric Cars |
MODEL
| Available Trims / Variants |
Hyundai Inster Standard Range Hyundai Inster Long Range Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD Kia EV3 Long Range FWD Kia EV3 GT |
LAUNCH
| Reveal Date |
2024, June 27 2024, May 23 - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD 2024, May 23 - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD 2026, January 9 - Kia EV3 GT |
| Availability Status |
Available to order. Released 2024, December
Available to order. Released 2024, August - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD Available to order. Released 2024, August - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD Coming soon. Expected release 2026, Q2 - Kia EV3 GT |
| Country of origin | South Korea South Korea |
| Base Price (USD) |
€ 23,900 £ 23,500 - Hyundai Inster Standard Range € 25,400 £ 25,000 - Hyundai Inster Long Range € 36,000 £ 33,000 - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD € 41,400 £ 36,000 - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD |
BATTERY
| Battery Capacity |
39 kWh usable, 42 kWh total - Hyundai Inster Standard Range 46 kWh usable, 49 kWh total - Hyundai Inster Long Range 58.3 kWh total - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD 81.4 kWh total - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD 81.4 kWh total - Kia EV3 GT |
| Battery Chemistry |
Li-Ion NCM 266V (400V type) - Hyundai Inster Standard Range Li-Ion NCM 310V (400V type) - Hyundai Inster Long Range Li-Ion NCM 369V (400V type) - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD Li-Ion NCM 343V (400V type) - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD Li-Ion NMC 343V (400V type) - Kia EV3 GT |
| Range (WLTP/CLTC/EPA) |
186 mi WLTP - Hyundai Inster Standard Range 221 mi WLTP - Hyundai Inster Long Range 257 mi WLTP - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD 350 mi WLTP - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD |
| Energy Consumption |
246 Wh/mi WLTP
254 Wh/mi WLTP - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD 261 Wh/mi WLTP - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD |
| Regen Braking (Max kW) |
Yes
Yes |
| Heat Pump | |
| AC Charging (Max kW) |
Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 4 hours - Hyundai Inster Standard Range Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 4 hours 35 minutes - Hyundai Inster Long Range Type 2 11 kW |
| DC Charging (Max kW) |
CCS 120 kW max, 10-80% in 30 min CCS 100 kW, 10-80% in 31 min - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD CCS 135 kW, 10-80% in 33 min - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD CCS 135 kW, 10-80% in 33 min - Kia EV3 GT |
| Additional Notes |
Vehicle to load (V2L) Vehicle to load (V2L) 220V electrical outlet (3.5 KW max) |
PERFORMANCE
| Power Output (kW / hp) |
FWD 97 hp (71 kW) - Hyundai Inster Standard Range FWD 115 hp (85 kW) - Hyundai Inster Long Range FWD 204 hp (150 kW) - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD FWD 204 hp (150 kW) - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD AWD 288 hp (215 kW) - Kia EV3 GT |
| Torque (Nm) |
147 Nm (108 lb-ft) 283 Nm (209 lb-ft) |
| 0–100 km/h / 0-60 mph (seconds) The acceleration numbers are an easy way to compare car performance. We list either time from 0 to 100 km/h or time from 0 to 60mph, depending on which number(s) the manufacturers provide. The lower the acceleration time, the higher performance the car is. |
11.7 sec 0-62 mph - Hyundai Inster Standard Range 10.6 sec 0-62 mph - Hyundai Inster Long Range 7.5 sec 0-62 mph - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD 7.7 sec 0-62 mph - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD 5.7 sec 0-62 mph - Kia EV3 GT |
| Top Speed (km/h / mph) |
87 mph (140 km/h) - Hyundai Inster Standard Range 93 mph (150 km/h) - Hyundai Inster Long Range 106 mph (170 km/h) |
| Transmission / Drive | Single-speed Single-speed |
BODY
| Body Style | 5 door crossover, 4 seats 5 door crossover, 5 seats |
| Platform / Architecture | E-GMP |
| Dimensions (L×W×H mm) | 3825 x 1610 x 1575 mm (150.6 x 63.4 x 62.0 in) 4300 x 1850 x 1560 mm (169.3 x 72.8 x 61.4 in) |
| Drag Coefficient (Cd) | 0.263 Cd |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2580 mm (101.6 in) 2680 mm (105.5 in) |
| Ground Clearance (mm) | 140 mm (5.5 in) |
| Kerb Weight (kg) |
EU: 1380 kg unladen, 1730 kg gross - Hyundai Inster Standard Range EU: 1410 kg unladen, 1745 kg gross - Hyundai Inster Long Range EU: 1800 kg unladen, 2270 kg gross - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD EU: 1885 kg unladen, 2355 kg gross - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD EU: 1885 kg unladen, 2355 kg gross - Kia EV3 GT |
| Suspension (Front / Rear) | Front MacPherson struts, rear Torsion beam Front MacPherson struts, rear multi-link |
| Wheel Size (inches) | R15, R17 R17,R19 |
| Trunk/Boot Capacity (L) |
EU: 280 l, 1059 l max - Hyundai Inster Standard Range EU: 351 l, 1059 l max - Hyundai Inster Long Range EU: 460 l, 1251 l max |
| Frunk/Bonnet Capacity (L) | No 25 l |
| Towing Capacity (kg) |
No
EU: 300 kg unbraked, 300 kg braked - Kia EV3 Standard Range FWD EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1000 kg braked - Kia EV3 Long Range FWD EU: 750 kg unbraked, 1000 kg braked - Kia EV3 GT |
SAFETY
| Airbags (count) | 8 airbags: front, side, rear, head airbag system Front, side, rear, head airbag system |
| Driver Assistance (ADAS) | Front/Side/Rear cameras. Surround View Monitor, Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist (front/rear), Blind-spot View Monitor, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Safe Exit Warning, Driver Attention Warning, High Beam Assist Front radar, several cameras. Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist 2.0 - City, Pedestrian, Cyclist, Junction Turning & Junction Crossing. Lane Follow Assist 2.0, Lane Keep Assist, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Rear-Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist, Safe Exit Warning, Driver Attention Warning, Multi-Collision Braking System, Blind-Spot View Monitor |
COMFORT
| Seating Capacity |
Heated front seats, recline rear seats
Heated front seats |
| Roof Type |
Glass sunroof, tilt & slide
Glass sunroof, tilt & slide |
| Bluetooth / Wi-Fi | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Parking Aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera, Remote Smart Parking Assist 2 |
DISPLAYS
| Centre Screen (inches) |
10.25" touchscreen
12.3" touchscreen |
| Driver's Display (inches) | 10.25" 12.3" |
| Head-Up Display (HUD) | No Yes |
| Additional Notes | 5.3" climate control screen |
LIGHTING
INFOTAINMENT & AUDIO
TECHNOLOGY
OWNERSHIP
Note
| Disclaimer | We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct |
|
Disclaimer Note
Specifications sourced from manufacturer data and may reflect WLTP, CLTC, or EPA test conditions. Import prices in your local are estimates based on grey-market landing costs and exclude duties, clearing fees, and local taxes. Figures are subject to change without notice. Always verify with your local importer before purchase. We can not guarantee that the information on this page is 100% correct
Recent Electric Vehicles
-
Audi Q4 e-tron Sportback 2026
$49,000.00
-
Audi Q4 e-tron 2026
$47,000.00
-
Roewe D6
$10,000.00
-
Radar King Kong EV (Riddara RD6 2026)
$13,000.00
-
Hyundai Ioniq 3
-
Mercedes-Benz C-Class Electric
-
BYD Sealion 05 EV
$17,000.00
-
Hongqi Tiangong 06
$26,000.00
-
Hongqi Tiangong 05 (EH5)
$23,000.00
-
BMW iX3 2026
$60,000.00
-
Abarth 600e 2025
$43,000.00
-
Zeekr 007 GT (7 GT) 2026
$28,000.00
Recent Compares
Recent EV News
Fastest Electric Cars in the World 2026: Top 10 Ranked
The fastest electric cars in the world have crossed a threshold that combustion engineers spent decades chasing. In 2026, a Croatian hypercar holds more...
Recent EV Updates
Togg EVs Compared 2026: Turkey’s Electric Cars vs Global Rivals
Turkey's Togg has arrived on the global EV stage with two distinct models — the T10X SUV and the T10F sedan — and neither...
