BMW i4 vs Kia EV3
Price, range, battery, charging & specs compared — Sedan vs SUV
More affordable
BMW i4
₹3.5L cheaper
Longer range
Kia EV3
430–599 km
More powerful
BMW i4
282–335 bhp
Bigger battery
BMW i4
70.3–83.9 kWh
The BMW i4 and Kia EV3 are both electric cars sold in India. The BMW i4 is the more affordable option — about ₹3.5 Lakh cheaper (ex-showroom). On range, the Kia EV3 goes further on a full charge (430–599 km claimed). Here's how they compare on price, range, battery, power and charging.
BMW i4 vs Kia EV3 — specs compared
| Spec | BMW i4 | Kia EV3 |
|---|---|---|
| Starting price | ₹72.50 - 77.50 Lakh ✓ | ₹76 - 98 Lakh |
| Body type | Sedan | SUV |
| Range (claimed) | 483–590 km | 430–599 km ✓ |
| Battery | 70.3–83.9 kWh ✓ | 58.3–81.4 kWh |
| Max power | 282–335 bhp ✓ | 201 bhp |
| Max torque | 400–430 Nm ✓ | 283 Nm |
| Top speed | 190 km/h ✓ | 170 km/h |
| Seating | 5 | 5 |
| DC fast charging | 10-80% in ~31 min | 10-80% in ~31 min |
✓ marks the stronger value on that spec. Prices are ex-showroom, indicative and for reference only.
Which should you buy?
Choose the BMW i4
if value matters most — it undercuts the Kia EV3 by about ₹3.5 Lakh.
Choose the Kia EV3
if maximum range is the priority (430–599 km claimed).
BMW i4 vs Kia EV3 — FAQs
Which is cheaper, BMW i4 or Kia EV3?+−
The BMW i4 is more affordable, with an ex-showroom price of ₹72.50 - 77.50 Lakh — about ₹3.5 Lakh less than the Kia EV3 (₹76 - 98 Lakh).
Which has more range, BMW i4 or Kia EV3?+−
The Kia EV3 has the higher claimed range at 430–599 km, versus 483–590 km for the BMW i4.
BMW i4 vs Kia EV3: which should I buy?+−
Pick the BMW i4 for value, or the Kia EV3 for maximum range. Use the side-by-side comparison and on-road price tools above to decide.