Compare the Kia PV5 Passenger vs Tesla Model 3
AI generated from our expert reviews
Both the Kia PV5 Passenger and the Tesla Model 3 are a breeze to drive around town. When the road surface deteriorates, the Kia has smooth suspension that irons out bumps, whereas the Tesla's sporty setup means it can jiggle about on rough roads and crash through potholes. Head out onto a twisting route and their characters flip: whichever version you choose, the Model 3 is great to drive with responsive steering, while the PV5 Passenger is not much fun because its steering feels too light and remote. Out on the road, the Tesla is more powerful, more efficient and travels further on a charge. However, if carrying a larger crowd is a priority, the Kia can be had with a third row of seats, something the Model 3 cannot offer.
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Compare the specs
Standard kit
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Android Auto
Mirrors your Android phone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Apple CarPlay
Mirrors your iPhone's apps, like maps, music and messages, onto the car's touchscreen.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Navigation
Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
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Parking Camera
A rear (sometimes 360°) camera that shows what's behind you while parking.
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Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
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Touchscreen infotainment
A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.
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Climate control
Automatically keeps the cabin at a set temperature, rather than a manual heater dial.
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Cruise control
Holds a steady speed on the motorway without keeping your foot on the accelerator.
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Heated seats
Warms the seat itself on cold mornings.
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Leather seats
Leather (or leather-look) seat upholstery instead of cloth.
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Navigation
Built-in sat nav on the car's own screen, no phone needed.
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Parking Sensors
Beeps that get faster as you get closer to something while parking.
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Touchscreen infotainment
A touch-operated screen for media, settings and (often) navigation.
Key information
| Body type People carriers | Body type Saloons |
| Available fuel types Electric | Available fuel types Electric |
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Boot space, seats up 1330 litres (5+ suitcases) Best | Boot space, seats up 594 litres (4 suitcases) |
| Boot space, seats down 3,615 litres | Boot space, seats down — |
| External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,695 mm x 2,100 mm x 1,923 mm | External dimensions (L x W x H) 4,720 mm x 1,933 mm x 1,443 mm |
| Towing capacity 750 kg | Towing capacity 1,000 kg Best |
| First year tax rate £10 | First year tax rate £10 |
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Efficiency
Efficiency refers to how far an electric car travels on a given amount of energy, based on official tests. It is measured in miles per kilowatt-hour (mi/kWh).
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Efficiency
Efficiency refers to how far an electric car travels on a given amount of energy, based on official tests. It is measured in miles per kilowatt-hour (mi/kWh).
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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| Battery size 52 kWh | Battery size 62.5 kWh Best |
| Drive type Front wheel drive | Drive type Rear wheel drive |
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Insurance
The insurance group the car sits in, from 1 to 50. The lower the group, the cheaper it usually is to insure.
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Drivetrain & power
| Engine name 89kW Standard Range 52kWh Auto | Engine name RWD Auto |
| Engine size Electric • 120 BHP | Engine size Electric • 283 BHP |
| Body type People carriers | Body type Saloons |
| Fuel type Electric | Fuel type Electric |
| Transmission Automatic | Transmission Automatic |
| Drive type Front wheel drive | Drive type Rear wheel drive |
| Forward gears 1 | Forward gears 1 |
| Acceleration 12.8 s (0-60 mph) | Acceleration 6.2 s (0-60 mph) Best |
| Battery size 52 kWh | Battery size 62.5 kWh Best |
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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Battery range
This refers to how many miles an electric car can complete on a fully charged battery, according to official tests.
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Dimensions & space
| Number of seats 5 | Number of seats 5 |
| Number of doors 5 | Number of doors 4 |
| Boot (seats up) 1,330 litres Best | Boot (seats up) 594 litres |
| Boot (seats down) 3,615 litres | Boot (seats down) — |
| Length 4,695 mm | Length 4,720 mm |
| Width 2,100 mm | Width 1,933 mm |
| Height 1,923 mm | Height 1,443 mm |
| Wheelbase 3.0 m | Wheelbase 2.88 m |
| Turning circle 11.0 m | Turning circle 11.6 m |
Full features list
*Please contact the dealer for a personalised quote, including terms and conditions. Quote is subject to dealer requirements, including status and availability. Illustrations are based on personal contract hire, 9 month upfront fee, 48 month term and 8000 miles annually, VAT included.