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Kia EV3 or Tesla Model Y?

What are the main differences between the Kia EV3 and the Tesla Model Y?

Per model, the figures across all versions: the from-price of the cheapest version and the span of the rest. A dash means no official source confirms the value.

Kia EV3

From-price
€36,995 (price list June 2026)
Body type
SUV
Powertrain
Electric
Range (WLTP)
414–605 km
Power
150–215 kW
Fast charging 10-80 % (quickest version)
29 min
Boot space
460 litres (VDA)
Euro NCAP
4 of 5 stars (2025)
Versions in the price list
14

Tesla Model Y

From-price
€40,990 (according to EV Database, checked on 26-10-2026)
Body type
SUV
Powertrain
Electric
Range (WLTP)
534–657 km
Power
220–461 kW
Fast charging 10-80 % (quickest version)
not confirmed in an official source
Boot space
420 litres (ANWB measurement)
Euro NCAP
5 of 5 stars (2025)
Versions in the price list
5

How do the versions of the Kia EV3 and the Tesla Model Y compare?

The cheapest version of each model side by side, plus the version our review calls the best pick when that is a different one. Rows where the values differ are marked “differs”.

Comparison of Kia EV3 EV3 58,3 kWh Air, Tesla Model Y Model Y Achterwielaandrijving (Standard): price, specifications and computed costs
FeatureKia EV3 EV3 58,3 kWh AirTesla Model Y Model Y Achterwielaandrijving (Standard)
Price
List pricediffersBrand price list, date with each price. Source: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; EV Database, consulted 26 October 2026€36,995Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · price list June 2026€40,990Prijs Nederland zoals getoond in het EV Database NL-overzicht (oktober 2026, 'Bestelbaar sinds augustus 2026'); de pagina vermeldt niet wat de prijs omvat, en EV Database toont dezelfde € 40.990 ook voor de vorige uitvoering ('Uit productie (oktober 2025 - augustus 2026)'). Officiële Tesla Prijslijst January 2026 noemde voor 'STANDARD - Achterwielaandrijving' € 39.990 als consumentenadviesprijs inclusief bpm, 21% btw, bestemmings- en documentatiekosten € 980 en verwijderingsbijdrage € 20; ANWB (28-01-2026) en EV Update (04-02-2026) noemen ook € 39.990. Autoreview (s31, 02-05-2026) meldt: "Deze week zijn alle uitvoeringen van de Tesla Model Y 1000 euro duurder geworden. Met als gevolg dat de instapversie van 39.990 euro voortaan 40.990 euro moet kosten."; een exacte dag van de verhoging is niet gevonden. · according to EV Database, checked on 26-10-2026
Fiscal value (company-car tax)differsList price incl. VAT and BPM. Source: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; EV Database, consulted 26 October 2026€36,020not confirmed in an official source
Specifications
PowertraindiffersFrom the version’s price list. Source: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; EV Database, consulted 26 October 2026Electric, Front-wheel driveElectric, Rear-wheel drive
PowerdiffersSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; RDW Open Data, consulted 26 October 2026150 kW (204 hp)220 kW (299 hp)
0-100 km/hdiffersSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; EV Update, 10 October 20257.5 s7.2 s
Range or consumption (WLTP)differsSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; RDW Open Data, consulted 26 October 2026436 km14.9 kWh/100 km534 km13.1 kWh/100 km
Battery capacity (net)differsSource: EV Update, 10 October 2025not confirmed in an official source60 kWh
AC chargingSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; EV Update, 10 October 202511 kW11 kW
DC fast charging (max.)differsSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; ANWB, 28 January 2026101 kW175 kW
Fast charging 10-80 %differsSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 202629 minnot confirmed in an official source
Kerb weightdiffersSource: RDW Open Data, consulted 26 October 2026; RDW Open Data, consulted 26 October 20261,800 kg1,981 kg
Towing capacity (braked)differsSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; RDW Open Data, consulted 26 October 2026500 kg1,600 kg
Boot spacediffersSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; ANWB, 7 November 2025460 l420 l
Dimensions (l × w × h)differsSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; RDW Open Data, consulted 26 October 20264,300 × 1,850 × 1,560 mm4,790 × 1,920 × 1,620 mm
Euro NCAPdiffersEuro NCAP, with the test year. Source: Euro NCAP, 21 May 2025; Euro NCAP, 19 November 20254 of 5 stars (2025)5 of 5 stars (2025)
Costs (computed)
Company-car tax per month (gross)differsComputed: 2026 rules (Belastingdienst), first admission 2026-10-27, no income, on the fiscal value above. Source: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; EV Database, consulted 26 October 2026€560€6,724 a year on €36,020not confirmed in an official source
Road tax per quarterdiffersComputed: 2026 rates on kerb weight (Belastingdienst, since 1 July 2026), lowest to highest province. Source: RDW Open Data, consulted 26 October 2026; RDW Open Data, consulted 26 October 2026€214 – €234all provinces, 2026€252 – €276all provinces, 2026
Electricity or fuel per 100 kmdiffersComputed: WLTP consumption (highest value) × home 2026-09 (electricity) or Euro95 2026-10-19 (CBS). Source: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026; RDW Open Data, consulted 26 October 2026€3.8714.9 kWh/100 km€3.4013.1 kWh/100 km

When do you choose the Kia EV3 and when the Tesla Model Y?

Choose the Kia EV3 if…

  • you want a compact electric car with a long WLTP range (up to 605 km with the large battery)
  • the people in the back are mostly children (ANWB finds rear space for adults disappointing)
  • you want an efficient car: ANWB measured 17.1 kWh/100 km in its test
  • you want to tow: up to 1,000 kg (81.4 kWh, front-wheel drive) or 1,500 kg (all-wheel drive)

From our review of the Kia EV3

Choose the Tesla Model Y if…

  • You want a roomy electric SUV: ANWB measured 420 litres of boot space with the rear seats up and also mentions a front boot.
  • You regularly tow a trailer or caravan: RDW lists 1,600 kg braked towing capacity for all versions.
  • You drive many kilometres and value low energy use: 131 to 162 Wh/km according to RDW, depending on the version.
  • Price matters to you: the entry version starts at € 40,990 (EV Database, checked on 26 October 2026).

From our review of the Tesla Model Y

These lists come from our own review of each model (compiled with the help of AI from the sources listed, facts checked automatically; we have not driven the cars). They are not a verdict on which of the two is better.

What do the Kia EV3 and the Tesla Model Y cost per month?

Example scenario: 5 years, 15,000 km a year, the cheapest version of each

In an example scenario of 5 years and 15,000 km a year, the Kia EV3 costs per month: electricity about €48 (WLTP consumption 14.9 kWh/100 km, €0.26 per kWh (home, CBS 2026-09)) and road tax €79 – €86 depending on the province, together €127 – €134 a month. That excludes depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance.

In an example scenario of 5 years and 15,000 km a year, the Tesla Model Y costs per month: electricity about €43 (WLTP consumption 13.1 kWh/100 km, €0.26 per kWh (home, CBS 2026-09)) and road tax €92 – €101 depending on the province, together €135 – €144 a month. That excludes depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance.

Monthly costs of the Kia EV3 and the Tesla Model Y in the example scenario
ModelElectricity or fuelRoad taxTogether (excl. depreciation, insurance, maintenance)
Kia EV3EV3 58,3 kWh Air€48€79 – €86€127 – €134
Tesla Model YModel Y Achterwielaandrijving (Standard)€43€92 – €101€135 – €144

Not included: depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance (those depend on you); a missing consumption or weight shows as a dash.

Are there used Kia EV3 or Tesla Model Y cars for sale?

Frequently asked questions

What do the Kia EV3 and the Tesla Model Y cost?

The Kia EV3 costs from €36,995 (price list June 2026) and the Tesla Model Y from €40,990 (according to EV Database, checked on 26-10-2026).

Which goes further, the Kia EV3 or the Tesla Model Y?

According to WLTP the Kia EV3 manages 414–605 km and the Tesla Model Y 534–657 km. The Tesla Model Y goes the furthest.

How big is the boot of the Kia EV3 and the Tesla Model Y?

The boot of the Kia EV3 holds 460 litres (VDA) and the Tesla Model Y 420 litres (ANWB measurement). The measuring methods differ, so the figures are not like for like.

How safe are the Kia EV3 and the Tesla Model Y according to Euro NCAP?

The Kia EV3 scored 4 of 5 stars (2025 test) and the Tesla Model Y 5 of 5 stars (2025 test).

Where can you read more about the Kia EV3 and the Tesla Model Y?

Other comparisons

Sources

  1. Kia Nederland B.V.: De Kia EV3. Prijslijst juni 2026. (code ZK601EV3090SEP26, MY27.02) (checked on 26 October 2026)
  2. RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen: nieuwe Kia personenauto's per handelsbenaming, 2026 t/m 2026-10-24 (checked on 26 October 2026)
  3. RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen: nieuwe EV3 2026 met catalogusprijs gelijk aan fiscale waarden uit de prijslijst (checked on 26 October 2026)
  4. Euro NCAP: Kia EV3 2025 (Standard) (document date 21 May 2025, checked on 26 October 2026)
  5. RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen: nieuwe Tesla personenauto's 2026 YTD per handelsbenaming (checked on 26 October 2026)
  6. RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen: Tesla Model 3/Model Y nieuw geregistreerd vanaf 2026-06-01, per kenteken (massa, maten, trekgewicht, zitplaatsen, topsnelheid; laagst geprijsde exemplaren per variant/uitvoering gebruikt) (checked on 26 October 2026)
  7. RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen brandstof (join op kenteken uit s5): netto_max_vermogen_elektrisch, elektrisch_verbruik_enkel_elektrisch_wltp, actie_radius_enkel_elektrisch_wltp (checked on 26 October 2026)
  8. Tesla: Tesla Prijslijst 2026 (PDF, gedrukt 'PRIJSLIJST January 2026'; HTTP Last-Modified 2026-01-09) (document date 9 January 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
  9. EV Update: Tesla Model Y Premium concurreert nog scherp qua prijs, maar er is meer dan dat (document date 29 May 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
  10. EV Update: Tesla Model Y Standard officieel bevestigd voor Nederland: dit zijn de prijzen en specificaties (document date 10 October 2025, checked on 26 October 2026)
  11. EV Update: Tesla Model Y Standard nu ook met Long Range en 657 km WLTP (document date 9 January 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
  12. EV Database: EV Database Nederland: overzicht elektrische auto's (Tesla-rijen: status, bereik, verbruik, accu, prijs) (checked on 26 October 2026)
  13. Euro NCAP: Tesla Model Y 2025 safety rating (rating published 2025-11-19) (document date 19 November 2025, checked on 26 October 2026)
  14. ANWB: Tesla Model Y I 1e facelift - Auto Testrapport (78.4 kWh Premium Long Range RWD) (document date 7 November 2025, checked on 26 October 2026)
  15. ANWB: Tesla Model Y I 1e facelift - Auto Review (62.5 kWh Standard RWD) (document date 28 January 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
  16. ANWB: Vergelijk Tesla Model Y Standard & Volkswagen ID.3 Limited Edition (document date 30 January 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)

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