KEY HIGHLIGHTS
- KIA EV3 compact electric SUV teased ahead of global debut
- The teaser showcases the bold design language of the upcoming EV
- The global debut of the KIA EV3 is scheduled for 23 May
South Korean automaker KIA has some ambitious plans for the electric vehicle market and the brand has been pushing its EV portfolio for quite some time now. The brand has previously shown some concept of the upcoming EVs and has now revealed the first official teaser of its EV3 compact electric SUV. The KIA EV3 is scheduled to debut globally on 23 May 2024. See the teaser images and the details of the upcoming KIA EV3 below. Meanwhile, join our 91Wheels WhatsApp Group community of petrolheads to never miss out on any updates from the automotive world.
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KIA EV3 Compact Electric SUV
The teaser of the KIA EV3 has given a glimpse of its dynamic and bold design language. The EV will boast a boxy design with some design cues taken from its bigger sibling the EV9. It will get a boxy rear fender and tailgate, and Star Map LED lighting emphasizing the brand's 'Opposite United' design language.
The brand has not yet revealed any other specifications and dimensions of the upcoming EV. The EV3 is anticipated to be 4.2 metres long and will come with a 40 to 45 kWh battery pack which will give it a range of 400-500 km on a single charge.
On the inside, we can anticipate a minimalist cabin design with a digital instrument cluster, a big touchscreen infotainment, and a panoramic sunroof, among other modern features. The EV3 will be a compact yet feature-rich electric SUV, that delivers exceptional performance with the help of innovative technologies.
KIA EV3 India Launch & Pricing
As of now, the brand has not declared any particular launch timeline for the Indian market. We can anticipate the launch of the KIA EV3 in India sometime in 2025 as a starting model for the KIA EV lineup. Currently, KIA only offers the EV6 Electric SUV for the Indian market. For the Indian market, we can anticipate a reasonably affordable price tag as the EV3 is aimed to accelerate the EV transition by offering this as a more accessible option for customers.
Verdict
The KIA EV3 will be an affordable offering for the global market. The brand has not yet revealed the launch timeline but we can anticipate it to come in India in 2025. The KIA EV3 will offer the experience of brand's flagship models under a budget, it will boast a premium design language along with premium features.
