Kia EV3 vs petrol car: savings

Yearly running-cost savings and break-even point for the Kia EV3 compared with a petrol car.

Usable battery81.4 kWh

WLTP range605 km

Efficiency13.5 kWh/100 km

Max charging11 / 128 kW

Kia EV3: compact SUV body style illustration — Kia EV3 Long Range · body style illustration (not the exact model)

Kia EV3 vs petrol savings

Yearly energy cost by country (15,000 km)

Country	Kia EV3	Petrol car	Saved
United Kingdom	£586	£1,703	£1,117
Germany	€862	€2,289	€1,427
France	€570	€2,164	€1,593
Canada	C$381	C$1,462	C$1,082
Australia	A$806	A$1,502	A$695
United Arab Emirates	AED 659	AED 2,272	AED 1,612
India	₹15,459	₹98,407	₹82,948
Saudi Arabia	SAR 434	SAR 2,272	SAR 1,837
Netherlands	€570	€2,388	€1,818
Spain	€595	€1,880	€1,285
Italy	€661	€2,087	€1,427
Japan	¥78,854	¥150,832	¥71,979
Norway	€428	€2,048	€1,619
Sweden	€604	€1,540	€936
China	CN¥1,167	CN¥8,005	CN¥6,838
South Africa	R7,061	R19,198	R12,137
Mexico	MX$4,099	MX$24,940	MX$20,842
Turkey	₺6,460	₺51,860	₺45,400

Frequently asked questions

How much can I save with a Kia EV3?

Charging at home, about €1,265 a year in energy for 15,000 km at average prices, compared with a 6.5 L/100 km petrol car. Lower maintenance adds to that.

When does a Kia EV3 pay for itself?

It depends on the price difference with the car you’d otherwise buy. Enter both prices under “Customize” in the calculator to see your break-even year.