Tesla Model Y vs Kia EV3
At EU average prices the Tesla Model Y costs €60.60 a month to charge and the Kia EV3 €63.91, a difference of €3.31 a month (€39.77 a year). The Tesla Model Y fast-charges from 10% to 80% in about 27 minutes, vs 31 for the Kia EV3.
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Specs side by side
| Tesla Model Y | Kia EV3 | |
|---|---|---|
| Trim | Long Range AWD | Long Range |
| Usable battery | 75 kWh | 81.4 kWh |
| WLTP range | 586 km | 605 km |
| Efficiency | 12.8 kWh/100 km | 13.5 kWh/100 km |
| Max AC charging | 11.5 kW | 11 kW |
| Max DC charging | 250 kW | 128 kW |
| DC 10–80% | about 27 min | about 31 min |
| Full charge at home | €23.89 | €25.93 |
| Per month | €60.60 | €63.91 |
Costs at EU average prices, 1,250 km a month, 80% charged at home. Specs are for the trims shown; other versions differ.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Tesla Model Y or the Kia EV3 cheaper to charge?
At EU average prices the Tesla Model Y costs €60.60 a month to charge and the Kia EV3 €63.91, a difference of €3.31 a month (€39.77 a year). Change the country or distance in the comparison above for your own numbers.
Which charges faster, the Tesla Model Y or the Kia EV3?
The Tesla Model Y fast-charges from 10% to 80% in about 27 minutes, vs 31 for the Kia EV3. On AC the Tesla Model Y takes up to 11.5 kW and the Kia EV3 up to 11 kW.
Which has more range, the Tesla Model Y or the Kia EV3?
The Kia EV3 has the longer WLTP range: 605 km vs 586 km. Expect less in cold weather and at high speed.
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