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
Phone Integration
CarPlay & Android Auto
Additional Details
Top Speed
106 mph
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
0-60 mph: 7.5 sec
Drive Type: FWD
Wind (Long Range FWD)
Range: 320 miles
Horsepower: 201 hp
0-60 mph: 7.7 sec
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
