Kia EV3
2027 model years · Generation introduced 2026
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- Available years
- 2027
- Yearly records
- 1
- Reported market values
- $34,350
The overview
Introduced as a 2027 model, the EV3 is a new subcompact electric SUV that starts under $30,000. Size-wise, the EV3 is a little shorter than the current Kia Niro EV, which it effectively replaces. It has a range between 220 and 320 miles between charges depending on how it’s configured. The entry-level Light model has a 58.3-kWh battery, a 220 mile range, and front-wheel drive from a single motor. Higher-trim models get an 81.4-kWh battery, two motors, a 320-mile range, and optional all-wheel drive. The EV3 is based on a pared-down 400-volt version of the E-GMP platform that underpins other Hyundai and Kia EVs, so DC fast charging is a little slower--Kia says it takes about 30 minutes to charge from 10 to 80 percent. The interior is also similar to the Kia EV9, including the wide digital displays and twist-action gear selector. The EV3 goes on sale in late 2026.
Generation summary from Consumer Reports. Year-specific figures appear below; missing values mean unavailable, not zero.
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| Model year | Market value | Reliability | Owner rating | EPA combined |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 ↗ GT 4-door SUV AWD 0.0-liter electric (288 hp) (Not Available Electric) Direct 1-speed | $34,350 | Not rated | Not rated | Unavailable |
Values depend on trim and condition. Ratings are source-reported; road-test results may describe a tested configuration.
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2027 model
GT 4-door SUV AWD 0.0-liter electric (288 hp) (Not Available Electric) Direct 1-speed · Electric · New
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Overview
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Body style
- 4-door SUV
- Drive type
- AWD
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Category
- Electric SUVs
- Generation began
- 2026
Pricing
- Current retail median
- $34,350
- Retail value range
- $25,850 - $40,650
- Original MSRP range
- $29,890 - $45,890
- Trade-in range
- $23,985 - $39,005
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Dimensions
- Length
- 170 in
- Width
- 73 in
- Height
- 62 in
- Wheelbase
- 106 in
- Weight
- 4,450 lb
- Towing capacity
- 0 lb
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
Environmental impact
- SmartWay
- Yes
Vehicle ID: 40492 First published: April 1, 2026 Updated: September 11, 2026
Values may vary by trim, options, location, and market conditions.
Behind the data
Latest source update: September 11, 2026
Vehicle summaries, specifications, pricing and ratings come from Consumer Reports vehicle records. Auto Guide groups these records by model and reported generation start year.
Available years are listed explicitly. Gaps do not imply that a model was discontinued. Prices are source estimates, not live offers. No first-hand road test by Auto Guide is claimed.
