Kia’s global reveal of EV3 compact electric SUV

The Kia EV3 has best-in-class 560km driving range. Images: Kia

Kia has revealed full details of the new EV3, the company’s dedicated compact SUV that has innovative technology of the brand's flagship EV9.

Not only does it have best-in-class 560km driving range but the battery charges from 10-80% in 31 mins.

Kia president and CEO, Ho Sung Song, said the EV3 has groundbreaking design, an industry-leading electric drivetrain, and practical, innovative lifestyle solutions.

“The EV3 aims to extend Kia’s exceptional EV SUV experience to a wider audience. With a WLTP driving range of up to 600 km and fast charging capability, the EV3 addresses common concerns about electric vehicles. It will reassure those who may have been hesitant to make the switch to electric mobility and will lead to the mass adoption of EVs.”

The EV3 has a 12.3-inch cluster and seats five people.

The EV3 measures 4,300mm long, 1,850mm wide, 1,560mm high and has a wheelbase of 2,680mm. It features a state-of-the-art front-wheel-drive electric powertrain based on the Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), utilising Kia’s fourth-generation battery technology. The EV3 Standard model is offered exclusively with a 58.3kWh battery, while the EV3 Long Range variant is fitted with an 81.4kWh battery.

Both models utilise a 150kW/283Nm electric motor, which enables a best 0-100km/h acceleration time of 7.5 seconds. The EV3’s maximum speed is 170km/h. 

Design wise, the front, vertical headlamps positioned at the extremes of the clean-surface facial area contribute to the creation of a wide, ultra-confident stance.

The Kia EV3 utilise a 150kW/283Nm electric motor.

In profile, the EV3 projects a long, sloping, sleek roofline that transitions into a hatchback-style tailgate.

The EV3's interior design offers a spacious cabin that comfortably accommodates five people. It has a near-30-inch widescreen display – including a 12.3-inch cluster, a five-inch air-conditioning panel, and another 12.3-inch AVN display.

The EV3 will be introduced first in Korea in July 2024, followed by its European launch in the second half of the year. Kia has plans to further expand the sales of EV3 into other regions, with subsequent launches to be expected after the European market entry.