Kia UK has unveiled pricing and specifications for the new Kia EV3, the brand’s most affordable electric vehicle yet. Pre-orders for this eagerly anticipated model will open on 1 August, offering a range of trims and battery options.
Trim Levels and Pricing:
- EV3 ‘Air’: From £32,995 for the 58.3kWh battery pack, and £35,995 for the 81.4kWh battery pack.
- EV3 ‘GT-Line’: From £39,495 with the 81.4kWh battery pack.
- EV3 ‘GT-Line S’: From £42,995 with the 81.4kWh battery pack, or £43,895 with the optional heat pump.
Battery and Range: The EV3 offers a choice of battery packs:
- 58.3kWh Battery: Up to 267 miles of range (WLTP ‘combined’ cycle).
- 81.4kWh Battery: Up to 372 miles for the ‘Air’ variant, and up to 347 miles for ‘GT-Line’ and ‘GT-Line S’ variants.
Standard Equipment: The EV3 comes well-equipped across all trims, including:
- Three-screen dashboard layout with 12.3-inch driver display and navigation system
- Wireless Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™
- Heated front seats and steering wheel
- Advanced safety features like Forward Collision Avoidance Assist 2.0 and Highway Driving Assist 2.0
- 25-litre frunk and a range of driver assistance systems
Trim Highlights:
- ‘Air’: Features 17-inch alloy wheels, LED headlights, and a choice of Sunset Orange paint as standard.
- ‘GT-Line’: Adds 19-inch alloy wheels, ‘GT-Line’ styling, and a wireless mobile phone charger.
- ‘GT-Line S’: Includes premium features like an 8-speaker Harmon Kardon sound system, a front sunroof, and a smart power tailgate.
The EV3 is a key component of Kia’s ‘Plan S’ strategy, which aims to launch 15 EVs by 2027. The EV3 represents Kia’s commitment to affordable, sustainable mobility solutions and will start UK deliveries in late 2024. Fleet customers will benefit from attractive tax incentives, with a 2% BIK rate for the 2024/25 tax year.
Dimensions:
- Length: 4,300mm (Air), 4,310mm (GT-Line/GT-Line S)
- Width: 1,850mm
- Height: 1,560mm (Air), 1,570mm (GT-Line/GT-Line S)
- Wheelbase: 2,680mm
With its blend of affordability, advanced features, and impressive range, the Kia EV3 is poised to make a significant impact in the UK electric vehicle market.
Source: KIA
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