| Kia EV3 | |
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 2024 Kia EV3 | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Kia |
| Model code | SV[1] |
| Production | 2024–present |
| Assembly | South Korea:Gwangmyeong (Sohari Plant) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Subcompact crossover SUV (B) |
| Body style | 5-doorSUV |
| Layout | |
| Platform | K3,E-GMP (400 V architecture)[2] |
| Related | Kia EV4 |
| Powertrain | |
| Electric motor | Permanent magnet synchronous motor |
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| Dimensions | |
| Wheelbase | 2,680 mm (105.5 in) |
| Length | 4,300–4,310 mm (169.3–169.7 in) |
| Width | 1,850 mm (72.8 in) |
| Height | 1,560–1,570 mm (61.4–61.8 in) |
| Curb weight | 1,750–1,850 kg (3,858–4,079 lb) |
| Chronology | |
| Predecessor | Kia Soul EV[3][4][5][6][7] |
TheKia EV3 (Korean:기아 EV3) is abattery electricsubcompact crossover SUV (B-segment) produced byKia. It is the fourth model in the manufacturer's "EV" electric car line-up after theEV5.
The EV3 was previewed by the Kia EV3 Concept car which was presented on 12 October 2023 during the manufacturer's Kia EV Day event,[8][9] then exhibited at theLA Auto Show in November.[10][11] The production version was unveiled on the 23 May 2024, with sales set to commence in July 2024 in South Korea.[12][13]
The production EV3 is largely inspired from the concept car and shares a few design elements from the largerEV9. It adopts the brand's 'Opposites United' design philosophy with a 'Digital Tiger Face' front fascia and 'Star Map' signature vertical lighting front and rear.[13] Its chassis is derived from the front-wheel-drive Hyundai-KiaK3 platform but the body structure has been redesigned forbattery electric vehicles. Kia markets it as theElectric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) 400 V architecture.
The interior dashboard has three displays: a 12-inchinstrument cluster, a 5-inch touchscreen for theHVAC controls, and a 12-inch touchscreen infotainment system. There arePET materials used throughout the interior and consumers have the option of recycled fabric materials. Other interior features are a 12-inchhead-up display (HUD), a sliding table and storage within the centre console, and a “fold-back relaxation mode” for the front seats.[13]
The EV3 has a 460 L (16 cu ft) boot space which features a two-tier boot floor with over 140mm of flexibility and a frunk storage compartment of 25 L (0.88 cu ft).[13]
The EV3 hasAdvanced Driving Assistance Systems (ADAS) safety package combined with Electric Dynamic Torque Vectoring Control (eDTVC) feature, Digital Key 2.0 which allows consumers to use the smartphone instead of a physical keyfob, Remote Smart Parking Assist, and the first Kia model to debut their i-Pedal 3.0 regenerative braking feature.[13]
| Year | South Korea[15] | Europe[15] |
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| 2024 | 12,851 | 7,060 |
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