2027 Kia EV3 Preview
2027 Kia
EV3
Kia is going full speed ahead on increasing its EV offerings, with a lineup that now includes the subcompact EV3. Positioned below the compact EV6 and three-row EV9, this entry-level EV is aimed at first-time buyers. It balances advanced technology, exceptionally comfortable interior space, and convenience-focused amenities. A native North American Charging Standard (NACS) port keeps charging simple, especially since it’s compatible with the Tesla Supercharger network. The available bidirectional charging feature allows the EV3 to power external appliances and can even supply electricity to a home during a power outage.
Despite its subcompact status, the EV3 offers more cargo volume than the larger EV6: 26.1 cubic feet at full capacity (compared to 24.4), and up to 56.5 with the rear seats stowed (versus the EV6’s 46.7). Depending on the particular configuration (battery pack, drivetrain, and trim level), the EV3’s range can reach up to 321 miles. Those who see driving as more than just a mode of transportation may prefer the performance-focused GT trim, which offers 27 additional horsepower (288 hp) and extra-sporty styling.
How we describe this model: efficient, practical, compact, comfortable
Shop this vehicle against: Nissan Leaf, Toyota CH-R, Subaru Uncharted, Hyundai Ioniq 5
EV3 Highlights
- Smart Key remote start
- onboard navigation and dual-zone automatic climate control on every trim
- available remote pre-cooling and heating
- available Harman Kardon audio
- available onboard Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability
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EV3 Powertrain
- standard single-motor front-wheel drive (FWD) unit (output: 201 hp, 209 lb.-ft. of torque)
- standard 58.3-kWh lithium-ion battery, available 81.4-kWh lithium-ion battery
- FWD EPA-estimated driving range: 221 miles (58.3 kWh), 321 miles (81.4 kWh)
- available dual-motor all-wheel drive (AWD) unit (output: 261 hp, 284 lb.-ft. of torque)
- available GT-exclusive dual-motor AWD unit (output: 288 hp, 345 lb.-ft. of torque)
- standard 81.4-kWh lithium-ion battery
- AWD EPA-estimated driving range: 280 miles
- regenerative braking paddles
- GT gets virtual gear shift with active sound design
- standard drive selector modes: Eco, Normal, MyDrive, and Snow (GT adds GT mode)
- electric column-mounted motor-driven power steering
- independent MacPherson front struts and independent multi-link rear suspension
- North American Charging Standard (NACS) port
- dual-level 120-volt/240-volt charging cable
- DC Fast Charge time (10% to 80%): 29 minutes (58.3 kWh), 31 minutes (81.4 kWh)
Light Interior
Cloth upholstery, dual-zone automatic climate control with auto de-fog and rear vents, two-spoke SynTex-wrapped steering wheel, 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, 5-inch climate display, five USB-C ports (three front, two rear), push-button start, LED interior lighting, day/night rearview mirror, front auto-up/down windows, Dark Hyper Metal interior accents, Soft-Touch door crash pad, cloth headliner, sound-absorbing windshield, solar-control front glass, rear privacy glass, illuminated vanity mirrors, 60/40-split flat-folding rear seats with center armrest and cupholders, dual-level cargo floor
Light Exterior
Smart Key remote start and keyless entry, LED lighting (automatic projector headlights, daytime running lights, combination taillights), heated power-adjustable side mirrors with integrated LED turn indicators, low-profile roof rails, rear roof spoiler, satin-chrome bumper trim and lower body cladding, 17-inch machined-finish gloss-black alloy wheels
Light Safety
Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go and Curve, Smart Cruise Control 2 with lane-centering, Highway Driving Assist, Lane Following Assist 2, Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist with pedestrian/cyclist/junction turning detection, blind-spot collision-avoidance assist, lane keeping assist, driver attention warning with leading vehicle departure alert, intelligent speed limit assist, rear cross-traffic collision-avoidance assist, safe exit warning, high beam assist, vehicle stability management, electronic stability control, hill start assist control, downhill brake control, tire pressure monitoring system, rearview monitor
Light Infotainment
12.3-inch touchscreen, onboard navigation, Kia Connect, over-the-air software update capability, wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, SiriusXM satellite radio, Bluetooth smartphone connectivity (multiple device capability), six speakers
Light Major Options
Remote pre-cooling and heating (via Kia Connect and Kia Access App), NACS-to-Combined Charging System (CCS) charge port adapters (Level 2 AC, DC Fast Charging)
Wind
Contents of Light plus:
- 81.4-kWh extended-range battery
- SynTex upholstery
- 10-way power-adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support
- heated front seats
- wireless smartphone charging
- auto-extending flush door handles
- sound-absorbing front door glass
- eligible for: Wind AWD (dual-motor AWD, heated steering wheel, range-preserving heat pump system, 19-inch machined-finish gloss-black alloy wheels with sound-absorbing foam), Nightfall Package (cloth door crash pad, black cloth headliner, raised roof rails, gloss-black bumper trim and lower body cladding, black exterior badging, 19-inch gloss-black alloy wheels with sound-absorbing foam), remote pre-cooling and heating (via Kia Connect and Kia Access App), NACS-to-Combined Charging System (CCS) charge port adapters (Level 2 AC, DC Fast Charging)
Land
Contents of Wind plus:
- wide power-tilting/sliding sunroof
- heated/ventilated front seats
- integrated memory system for driver’s seat and side-view mirrors
- smart hands-free power liftgate
- dynamic welcome lighting
- full LED taillights
- front/rear/side park distance warning
- reverse parking collision-avoidance assist
- blind-spot view monitor
- 360-degree surround view monitor
- cloth door crash pad
- black cloth headliner
- black exterior badging
- raised roof rails
- gloss-black bumper trim and lower body cladding
- 19-inch gloss-black alloy wheels with sound-absorbing foam
- eligible for: Land AWD (dual-motor AWD, heated steering wheel, range-preserving heat pump system), remote pre-cooling and heating (via Kia Connect and Kia Access App), NACS-to-Combined Charging System (CCS) charge port adapters (Level 2 AC, DC Fast Charging)
GT-Line
Contents of Land plus:
- standard dual-motor AWD with range-preserving heat pump system
- 10-way power-adjustable front passenger seat with lumbar support
- heated GT-Line three-spoke SynTex-wrapped steering wheel
- Harman Kardon audio with eight speakers
- auto-dimming rearview mirror with HomeLink integration
- Digital Key 2.0
- heated power-folding side mirrors with integrated LED turn indicators
- onboard Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability
- stainless steel-trimmed pedals
- Off-White Metallic interior accents
- stainless-steel door scuff plates
- GT-Line body styling
- Gunmetal bumper trim
- body-color lower body cladding
- low-profile roof rails
- 19-inch GT-Line machined-finish gloss black alloy wheels
- eligible for: remote pre-cooling and heating (via Kia Connect and Kia Access App), NACS-to-Combined Charging System (CCS) charge port adapters (Level 2 AC, DC Fast Charging)
GT
Contents of GT-Line plus:
- GT-exclusive dual-motor AWD with range-preserving heat pump system
- SynTex/suede upholstery with neon green trim
- sport bucket front seats
- heated GT three-Spoke SynTex-wrapped performance steering wheel with neon green accents
- 12-inch head-up display
- multi-color ambient interior mood lighting
- sport pedals
- Highway Driving Assist 2
- Remote Smart Parking Assist
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist 2 with pedestrian/cyclist/junction turning/junction crossing/lane change oncoming/lane change side and evasive steering assist detection
- Black Metal interior trim
- GT body styling
- gloss-black bumper trim
- body-color lower body cladding
- 19-inch GT Wheels machined-finish gloss-black alloy wheels
- eligible for: remote pre-cooling and heating (via Kia Connect and Kia Access App), NACS-to-Combined Charging System (CCS) charge port adapters (Level 2 AC, DC Fast Charging)
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