Global EV Comparison: Kia EV3 Standard Range vs Lexus UX 300e
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Kia EV3 Standard Range (2024-…) has a starting price of €35990, compared to the Lexus UX 300e (2023-…), which starts at €51400.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia EV3 Standard Range | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Japan |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €35990 | €51400 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €36400 |
| GCC Score | 6 | 5.5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Kia EV3 Standard Range (2024-…).
| Property | Kia EV3 Standard Range | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 349 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 410 km | 450 km |
| Range (GCC) | 340 km | 389 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 58.3 kWh | 72.8 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 55 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.2 kWh/100 km | 16.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.18 km/kWh | 6.08 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.5 | 7.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Kia EV3 Standard Range (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) maxes out at 50 kW.
The Kia EV3 Standard Range (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Kia EV3 Standard Range | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 50 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CHAdeMO Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| Charging Score | 5.5 | 4.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
With equal motor power, both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time.
| Property | Kia EV3 Standard Range | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 283 Nm | 300 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.5 s | 7.5 s |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.6 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) has a longer body, while the Kia EV3 Standard Range (2024-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Kia EV3 Standard Range | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4300 mm | 4495 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2078 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1850 mm | 1840 mm |
| Height | 1560 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2680 mm | 2640 mm |
Cargo and Towing
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Kia EV3 Standard Range (2024-…), but the Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) doesn’t have one.
The Kia EV3 Standard Range (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 500 kg, whereas the Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Kia EV3 Standard Range | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1800 kg | 1830 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 460 l | 367 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1250 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 25 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 500 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6 | 5.5 |
