The 2027 Kia EV3 is now on sale at U.S. dealerships, starting at $29,890 for the front-wheel-drive Light trim and rated at up to 321 miles of EPA-estimated range. Kia America positions the compact SUV as the most attainable model in its electric lineup. The company describes it as an entry EV SUV built on its 400V Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP). With showroom availability, Kia has also published final EPA efficiency ratings for every configuration.
Highlights
- Pricing: $29,890 for the Light FWD, up to $45,890 for the GT AWD, excluding a $1,495 destination charge
- EPA-estimated range: 221 miles (58.3 kWh), 321 miles (81.4 kWh FWD), and 280 miles (81.4 kWh AWD)
- DC fast charging: 10–80 percent in an estimated 29 minutes (Light) or 31 minutes (long-range trims), according to Kia
- GT output: 288 hp, up from 261 hp on other AWD EV3 models
How Far Can the 2027 Kia EV3 Go on a Charge?
Range depends on battery size and drivetrain. The Light uses a 58.3 kWh battery driving the front wheels only. The Wind, Land, GT-Line, and GT use an 81.4 kWh battery. AWD is optional on the Wind and Land and standard on the GT-Line and GT. To browse the full EV3 lineup, readers can see Kia’s 2027 EV3 model page.
| Trim | Drive | Battery | EPA-est. Range | EPA-est. MPGe (City/Hwy/Comb.) | MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Light | FWD | 58.3 kWh | 221 mi | 127/103/115 | $29,890 |
| Wind | FWD | 81.4 kWh | 321 mi | 131/104/117 | $34,990 |
| Wind | AWD | 81.4 kWh | 280 mi | 110/96/103 | $38,690 |
| Land | FWD | 81.4 kWh | 321 mi | 131/104/117 | $38,490 |
| Land | AWD | 81.4 kWh | 280 mi | 110/96/103 | $41,690 |
| GT-Line | AWD | 81.4 kWh | 280 mi | 110/96/103 | $43,490 |
| GT | AWD | 81.4 kWh | 280 mi | 112/94/103 | $45,890 |
Charging and Aerodynamics
Kia says its charge-time estimates come from company testing on an 800V DC fast charger, with battery temperature at about 72°F. A native NACS port sits on the front passenger side. Standard Plug and Charge runs through Kia Charge Pass in the Kia Access app, which requires a one-time setup and an active Kia Connect subscription.
Kia credits a drag coefficient as low as 0.275 Cd to several measures:
- Active air flap in the front bumper
- Full underbody cover
- Aero wheels
- Expanded use of lightweight body materials
GT Performance and Chassis
The EV3 GT produces 288 hp and adds a sport-tuned suspension and steering. Available Virtual Gear Shift and Active Sound Design are intended to add driver engagement. All EV3 models use MacPherson struts up front and a multi-link rear suspension.
The i-Pedal 3.0 one-pedal system works with the adaptive Smart Regeneration System to recapture energy. It now operates in reverse and remembers the last-used setting on restart.
Vehicle-to-Load and Vehicle-to-Home
Available Vehicle to Load (V2L) powers external devices down to a 20 percent battery state of charge. Available Vehicle to Home (V2H) works through a Wallbox bidirectional charging system. It can send power back to the home during peak-rate periods.
Backup power during outages also requires Wallbox’s Power Recovery Unit. Kia projects the setup can power areas of a home for up to 2.5 days. That projection assumes 25 kWh of daily usage and a fully charged 81.4 kWh battery.
Cabin Technology and Driver Assistance
A standard panoramic display combines dual 12.3-inch screens with a 5-inch climate display. It runs Kia’s Connected Car Navigation Cockpit, which supports over-the-air updates. Available Entertainment and Data Services adds Netflix and YouTube streaming while the vehicle is parked.
Cargo space measures 26.1 cubic feet behind the second row and 56.5 cubic feet behind the first, plus a 0.9-cubic-foot frunk. The U.S.-exclusive Nightfall black appearance package is available on the Wind and standard on the Land.
Eight airbags and Forward Collision Avoidance Assist are standard, including the Junction Turning function. Kia also offers several optional systems:
- Junction Crossing collision avoidance
- Highway Driving Assist 2
- Reverse Parking Collision Avoidance Assist
- Remote Smart Parking Assist
The 2027 Kia EV3 has reached U.S. dealerships from $29,890, with EPA-estimated range of 221 to 321 miles, a native NACS port, and a 288-hp GT model at the top of the lineup.
