Kia EV3

The Kia EV3 is an all-electric small SUV that is expected to be launched on 28 June 2025, in India. It shall go against the BYD Atto 3 and the Hyundai Kona Electric in the compact electric SUV segment. The Kia EV3 price is expected to ranges between ₹20 Lakhs and ₹25 Lakhs for probably its couple of variants. Below are the key highlights on the EV3’s anticipated features and specifications.

 Let’s delve into the anticipated features and other aspects of this Kia car.

Kia EV3 Powertrain and Transmission

This EV is expected to be powered by a 58.3 kWh and/or an 81.4 kWh lithium-ion battery with a PMS motor. It shall belt out a peak power of 200-202bhp and a maximum torque of 283 Nm, providing a thrilling driving experience. The deliveries should be transferred through a single-speed automatic transmission system for effortless gear shifting.

Kia EV3 Performance

The EV3 is slated to a 0-100 km/h acceleration within 7.5-7.9 seconds. The top speed should be around 170 km/h.

Kia EV3 Driving Range

This Kia electric car's driving range is envisaged to be around 563-604 km. The smaller battery may go up to 563 km on a single charge while the bigger one could go up to 604 km.

Kia EV3 Handling

The EV3 electric car shall have McPherson front strut with single lower arm type and a multi-link rear suspension. It should ride on 17/18-inch alloy wheels sporting 215-220mm wide tubeless tyres. On the braking front, it may incorporated ventilated front discs and sold rear discs.

Kia EV3 Dimensions

This upcoming electric SUV is foreseen to have a length of 4300-4310, a width of 1850-1860mm, and a height of 1560-1570mm. It should have a wheelbase of 2680-2690mm, a ground clearance of 140mm, and a kerb weight of 1845-1930 kg.

Kia EV3 Exterior

Looking at the available pictures, it is evident that this car has sleek headlamps with striking Y-shaped daytime running lights. Its bonnet is plain with ‘KIA’ branding and lower bumper is black grille type. The side profile exhibits four-wide-spoke wheels, flush door handles, black cladding, and black window surrounds. The car flaunts a slopping down roof with black roof rails and a shark fin antenna. In the rear, it showcases a diffuser, uniquely-designed tail lights, and a reflector on the lower bumper.

Kia EV3 Interior

This Kia electric SUV shall have a tech-infused and comfort-oriented cabin. It is slated to incorporate a three-screen setup including a 12.3-inch instrument cluster, a 12.3-inch infotainment, and a five-inch climate control screen. The infotainment must have wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity features, perhaps, with voice recognition. The EV3 interior should also include ambient mood lighting, Harman Kordon premium sound system, and premium relaxation seats. The front seats are likely have heating and ventilation features. A wide sunroof is also a must-have along with a wireless charger and head-up display.

Kia EV3 Safety Features

The Kia EV3 shall come with plenty of essential and advanced safety features. It should have at least seven airbags, seat-belt reminders, parking sensors, ISOFIX anchorages, and an ABS with EBD. The SUV is also said to come with some ADAS features to provide additional safety to the occupants. It is slated to incorporate autonomous emergency braking, rear cross traffic collision avoidance, and blind spot avoidance assist. In addition, it might also include features like safe exit warning, driver attention warning system, and Lane-keeping assist, among others.

Kia EV3 Expected Price

The price of this upcoming Kia car is expected to be around ₹20-25 Lakhs, similar to that of the Toyota Innova Crysta, the Mahindra XEV 9e, and the BYD eMAX 7.

Kia EV3 Launch Date

This upcoming car is anticipated to be launched on 28 June 2025.

Please note that the aforementioned information is based on unofficial sources and, therefore, may not be accurate. We shall update the exact information once the model is launched or when the manufacturer makes some announcements.