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Kia EV3 vs Nissan Leaf

Comparing the 2027 Kia EV3 (from $29,890) with the 2026 Nissan Leaf (from $29,990). The EV3 offers 321 miles of range while the Leaf offers 303 miles.

Quick Take

Kia EV3 packs the most punch, while Nissan Leaf hauls the most gear.

Kia EV3

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Kia EV3
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Most Powerful

  • Up to 288 hp
  • 0-60 mph as quick as 5.4s
  • 106 mph top speed
Nissan Leaf

2026SUV

Nissan Leaf

Most Cargo Space

  • 55.5 cu ft cargo capacity
  • Seats 5
  • 173.4" long
Price
$29,890 - $45,890
$29,990 - $38,990
Range
221-321 miles
259-303 miles
Horsepower
201-288 hp
214 hp
0-60 mph
5.4-7.7 sec
6.8 sec
Battery Size
58.3-81.4 kWh
75 kWh
Drive Type
FWD
FWD
Seats
5
5
Top Speed
106 mph
98 mph
Towing Capacity
Unknown
Unknown
DC Fast Charging
31 min (10-80%)
35 min (10-80%)
Level 2 Charging
Unknown
7.5 hrs (0-100%)
Length
169.3"
173.4"
Width
72.8"
71.3"
Height
61.4"
61.3"
Cargo Capacity
26.1 cu ft
55.5 cu ft

Kia EV3 vs Nissan Leaf: Which Should You Buy?

The 2027 Kia EV3 and 2026 Nissan Leaf are priced almost identically, starting at $29,890 and $29,990.

In its longest-range configuration the Kia EV3 covers up to 321 miles, 18 more than the Nissan Leaf's maximum of 303. At a DC fast charger, the Kia EV3 goes from 10-80% in about 31 minutes vs 35 for the Nissan Leaf.

The Nissan Leaf offers 55.5 cu ft of cargo space vs 26.1 for the Kia EV3.

Bottom line: pick the Kia EV3 if you want the most power, or the Nissan Leaf if cargo space is king.

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