Kia EV3

Kia EV3
2024 Kia EV3 GT Line
Overview
ManufacturerKia
Model codeSV[1]
Production2024–present
AssemblySouth Korea: Gwangmyeong (Sohari Plant)
Mexico: Monterrey, Nuevo Leon (KMMX)
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact crossover SUV (B)
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
PlatformK3, E-GMP (400 V architecture)[2]
Powertrain
Electric motorPermanent magnet synchronous motor
Power output
  • 150 kW (201 hp; 204 PS)
Battery
Electric range
  • Up to 600 km (373 mi) (WLTP)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,680 mm (105.5 in)
Length4,300–4,310 mm (169.3–169.7 in)
Width1,850 mm (72.8 in)
Height1,560–1,570 mm (61.4–61.8 in)
Curb weight1,750–1,850 kg (3,858–4,079 lb)
Chronology
PredecessorKia Soul EV[3][4][5][6][7]

The Kia EV3 (Korean: 기아 EV3) is a battery electric subcompact crossover SUV (B-segment) produced by Kia. It is the fourth model in the manufacturer's "EV" electric car line-up after the EV5. Its chassis is derived from the front-wheel-drive Hyundai-Kia K3 platform but the body structure has been redesigned for battery electric vehicles. and Kia markets it as the Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) 400 V architecture.

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