Global EV Comparison: Ford Puma Gen-E FWD vs Kia EV3 Standard Range
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Ford Puma Gen-E FWD (2024-…) has a starting price of €36900, compared to the Kia EV3 Standard Range (2024-…), which starts at €35990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Ford Puma Gen-E FWD | Kia EV3 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Romania | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €36900 | €35990 |
| GCC Score | 6 | 6 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Kia EV3 Standard Range (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Ford Puma Gen-E FWD (2024-…).
| Property | Ford Puma Gen-E FWD | Kia EV3 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 349 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 376 km | 410 km |
| Range (GCC) | 324 km | 340 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 46 kWh | 58.3 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 43 kWh | 55 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 13.3 kWh/100 km | 16.2 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 7.53 km/kWh | 6.18 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.3 | 6.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
Both vehicles support DC fast charging with a maximum power of 100 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW.
| Property | Ford Puma Gen-E FWD | Kia EV3 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.3 | 5.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Kia EV3 Standard Range (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Ford Puma Gen-E FWD | Kia EV3 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 124 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 166 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 290 Nm | 283 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8 s | 7.5 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 170 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.3 | 3.6 |
Dimensions
The Kia EV3 Standard Range (2024-…) is wider, but has a similar length and height to the Ford Puma Gen-E FWD (2024-…).
The Kia EV3 Standard Range (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Ford Puma Gen-E FWD | Kia EV3 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4214 mm | 4300 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1930 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1805 mm | 1850 mm |
| Height | 1555 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2588 mm | 2680 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Ford Puma Gen-E FWD (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Both models feature a convenient frunk (front trunk), providing additional storage space.
The Ford Puma Gen-E FWD (2024-…) is better suited for heavy loads, offering a greater towing capacity than the Kia EV3 Standard Range (2024-…).
| Property | Ford Puma Gen-E FWD | Kia EV3 Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1563 kg | 1800 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 523 l | 460 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1283 l | 1250 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 43 l | 25 l |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | 500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.9 | 6 |
