Kia EV3

In just a few decades, Korean brands have managed to carve out a significant niche for themselves in the competitive European market. Through hard work, large investments and considerable product improvements, brands such as Kia and Hyundai now lead private sales on the continent. Both companies have electric mobility as a fundamental part of their strategy. Kia's EV range has grown rapidly in a short time, with the figures of the Kia EV6 y Kia EV9Now another one joins the lineup, the KIA. EV3.

The new EV3 is a compact electric SUV, the smallest in the family for now, which stands out for its modern and functional design, its innovative technology and its competitive price. It is presented as an attractive option for those looking for a versatile and efficient electric vehicle for everyday use.. It is next to the e-Niro y e-soul the most important electric compact SUV from KIA Motors has been put on sale worldwide as it is a product with a clear global vocation. In fact, it is now part of the EV electric family and is set to be a hit.

Technical characteristics of the KIA EV3

The KIA EV3 is based on the E-GMP global electrical modular platform Hyundai-KIA, specifically designed for electric vehicles. This platform allows for great flexibility in design and configuration, offering spacious interiors and dynamic driving. To deliver responsive driving dynamics, the EV3 features a high-strength steel chassis that ensures high torsional rigidity and excellent collision protection.

As for the suspensions, the EV3 is equipped with a McPherson front suspension and a multi-link rear suspension, which offer a good balance between comfort and stability. The steering is variable electrically assisted, providing great smoothness and precision in driving.Finally, the EV3 features four-wheel ventilated disc brakes, which offer great stopping power and excellent resistance to fatigue.

Its measurements place it at a midpoint between the B and C SUV segments. With the ruler in hand we find ourselves before 4,3 meters long, 1,85 meters wide (without mirrors) and 1,56 meters high. These dimensions must be added to a wheelbase of 2,68 metres. This dimension ensures a large interior space for a maximum of five passengers. As for load capacity, The KIA EV3 announces a trunk with a minimum capacity of 460 liters.. At the front there is a second trunk with an additional 25 liters.

Mechanical range and gearboxes of the KIA EV3

Like the rest of the KIA EV family, the EV3 is based on a purely electric concept. Unlike its larger siblings, price is particularly important in this category, so the Koreans are trying to keep costs to a minimum by limiting the engine offering. The entire range offers the same electric engine package. What does vary is the size of the battery and, therefore, the approved autonomy and charging power..

The engine in any case is the same. It is an electric block of 204 horses that sends all the power to the front axle. This is combined with a 58,3 kWh or 81,4 kWh lithium-ion battery, which They offer a range of up to 436 kilometers or 605 kilometers respectively, according to the WLTP approval cycle. For charging, it has DC power supplies of up to 102 kW for the smaller battery and up to 128 kW for the larger one. In both cases, AC charging is a maximum of 10,5 kW.

Equipment of the KIA EV3

Kia EV3

The new KIA EV3's equipment options are structured into several trim levels. Unlike the familiar range, the names vary, identifying them as follows: Air Standard, Earth Standard, Air, Earth y GT line. As for the equipment, the standard equipment includes elements such as a 12,3-inch touch screen, navigation system, rear view camera, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay connectivity, parking sensors, automatic climate control, LED headlights, 17-inch alloy wheels, etc.

Moreover the Optional equipment of the new EV3 It is really complete. Among the main elements that can be included in the range are the Head-up display, panoramic sunroof, leather upholstered seats, premium sound system, semi-autonomous driving assistant, etc. As for the shades available to dress the body, the only one that is standard is Frost Blue, the others being paid for, and you can also choose to decorate the body with two-tone paint.

The KIA EV3 in video

The KIA EV3 according to Euro NCAP

Like the rest of the brands, KIA always wants to excel in standardized safety tests. At the end of 2023, the KIA EV9 passes the usual Euro NCAP tests with a five-star rating, the highest possible score. The results obtained in the sections are the following: 84 out of 100 in protection of adult passengers, 88 out of 100 in protection of child passengers, 76 out of 100 in pedestrian vulnerability and 83 out of 100 in driving assistants and ADAS equipment.

Rivals of the KIA EV3

The new KIA EV3 is playing a game of hide-and-seek with potential customers.. By size it is a C-SUV but by price it wants to be with the best-selling thermal C-SUVs on the market, offering, at the same time, quality and autonomy. Because the list of rivals is immense, the South Korean model has to deal with heavyweights like its cousin the Hyundai KONA Electric. Next to him in the market are the Nissan Leaf, Renault Megane E-Tech, Volkswagen ID.4, Citroen ë-C4, Peugeot e-2008 or Opel Mokka among others.

Highlight

Modern and functional design
Innovative technology
Competitive price (with MOVES III Plan)

To improve

Autonomy
habitability
Finishes in hidden areas of the interior

KIA EV3 prices

KIA aims to break down economic barriers with its latest and smallest SUV. More units will be added to the range in the future, but the EV3 will always be one of the most attractive options, offering a great balance between range and price. In Spain, the basic price of the KIA EV3 is 36.930 euros, without taking into account discounts, promotions or aid plans.. That amount is associated with the Air trim level and the smallest of the two possible batteries. The most expensive model is the EV3 GT-Line with a long-range battery. In that case, the minimum price is 48.705 euros, without discounts or aid.