Global EV Comparison: Kia EV3 Long Range vs Nissan Leaf 75 kWh
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General Info
The Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €41390. Although the Nissan Leaf 75 kWh (2025-…) has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia EV3 Long Range | Nissan Leaf 75 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Japan, UK, USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €41390 | - Price Europe (New) |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 5.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Nissan Leaf 75 kWh (2025-…).
| Property | Kia EV3 Long Range | Nissan Leaf 75 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 501 km | 488 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 600 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 493 km | 464 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 81.4 kWh | 75 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 78 kWh | 71.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.8 kWh/100 km | 15.3 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.32 km/kWh | 6.52 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 8.6 | 8.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Nissan Leaf 75 kWh (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 150 kW, while the Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) maxes out at 135 kW.
The Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Nissan Leaf 75 kWh (2025-…) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Kia EV3 Long Range | Nissan Leaf 75 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 135 kW | 150 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.3 | 5.1 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Nissan Leaf 75 kWh (2025-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Kia EV3 Long Range | Nissan Leaf 75 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 160 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 214 hp |
| Motor Torque | 283 Nm | 354 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.7 s | 7.1 s |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 157 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.6 | 3.7 |
Dimensions
The Nissan Leaf 75 kWh (2025-…) stretches out longer, while the Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) compensates with a wider stance. As for height, they’re nearly identical, so headroom should be comparable.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Kia EV3 Long Range | Nissan Leaf 75 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4300 mm | 4405 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2099 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
| Height | 1560 mm | 1557 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2680 mm | 2690 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Nissan Leaf 75 kWh (2025-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…), but the Nissan Leaf 75 kWh (2025-…) doesn’t have one.
The Kia EV3 Long Range (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1000 kg, whereas the Nissan Leaf 75 kWh (2025-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Kia EV3 Long Range | Nissan Leaf 75 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1950 kg | 1899 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 460 l | 565 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1250 l | 1573 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 25 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1000 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6 | 5.7 |
