Kia EV3
2027 • SUV • 5 seats
Expected Release: Late 2026
The 2027 Kia EV3 is Kia's entry-level electric SUV for the US, debuted at the April 2026 New York International Auto Show with a starting price target near $35,000. Standard 58.3-kWh battery delivers a Kia-estimated 220 miles, while the 81.4-kWh long-range pack reaches up to 320 miles in FWD form. 201 hp standard, 261 hp on AWD trims, and a sport-tuned 288 hp GT. Native NACS charging port and 10–80% DC fast charging in about 29–31 minutes. US sales begin in late 2026.
Range
320 miles
Horsepower
201 hp
Battery Size
81.4 kWh
Drive Type
FWD
Additional Details
Cargo Capacity
26.1 cu ft
Charging Time
Level 2: hours (0-100%)
DC Fast: 31 minutes (10-80%)
Available Options
Light (Standard Range FWD)
Range: 220 miles
Horsepower: 201 hp
Drive Type: FWD
Wind (Long Range FWD)
Range: 320 miles
Horsepower: 201 hp
Drive Type: FWD
Land (Long Range AWD)
Horsepower: 261 hp
Drive Type: AWD
GT-Line (Long Range AWD)
Horsepower: 261 hp
Drive Type: AWD
GT (Performance AWD)
Horsepower: 288 hp
Drive Type: AWD
Features
- Native NACS charging port
- V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) standard
- V2H (Vehicle-to-Home) optional
- 12.3-inch driver display
- 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen
- 5-inch climate control display
