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Kia has unveiled the pricing and specifications for its most affordable electric SUV, the Kia EV3. Available in three grades – Air, GT-Line, and GT-Line S, the EV3 comes with options for a standard-range 58.3kWh battery and a long-range 81.4kWh battery. Prices start at £32,995, with deliveries beginning in late 2024. Pre-orders open on 1 August.
Key Highlights:
- Three-grade lineup: Air, GT-Line, and GT-Line S
- Battery options: 58.3kWh and 81.4kWh
- Starting price: £32,995
- Order books open: 1 August
- Deliveries start: Late 2024
Kia EV3 Specifications and Pricing
Kia’s EV3 lineup includes the ‘Air’, ‘GT-Line’, and ‘GT-Line S’ grades, each equipped with generous specifications. The EV3 Air offers two battery options: 58.3kWh (up to 267 miles range) and 81.4kWh (up to 372 miles range). The GT-Line and GT-Line S come solely with the 81.4kWh battery, delivering up to 347 miles on a single charge (WLTP combined cycle*).
Standard Equipment Across All Grades:
- Three-screen dashboard: 12.3-inch driver display, 5.3-inch climate control touchscreen, 12.3-inch touchscreen navigation
- Connectivity: Wireless Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™, Kia Connect telematics with seven years’ free access
- Comfort and convenience: Heated front seats and steering wheel, front and rear parking sensors, reversing camera system, automatic air conditioning
- Safety features: Forward Collision Avoidance Assist 2.0, Highway Driving Assist 2.0, Smart Cruise Control 2.0, Intelligent Speed Limit Assist, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Rear-Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist, Safe Exit Warning, Rear occupant alert, Driver Attention Warning
- Other features: LED lights, electronic parking brake, 25-litre frunk, gloss black roof rails, luggage board, smart key with motion sensor
EV3 ‘Air’ Pricing and Features
The entry-level EV3 ‘Air’ starts at £32,995 for the 58.3kWh battery and £35,995 for the 81.4kWh battery. Both variants have a front-wheel drive single-motor powertrain, producing 201bhp and 283Nm of peak torque.
Additional features for the ‘Air’ model include:
- 17-inch alloy wheels
- LED headlights
- Cool blue interior accents
- Body-colored flush door handles
EV3 ‘GT-Line’ Pricing and Features
The ‘GT-Line’ grade starts at £39,495 and includes the long-range 81.4kWh battery with a driving range of up to 347 miles. Enhancements over the ‘Air’ include:
- 19-inch alloy wheels
- GT-Line exterior styling
- Gloss black door mirrors
- Two-tone upholstery
- Customizable ambient lighting
- Wireless mobile phone charger
EV3 ‘GT-Line S’ Pricing and Features
Priced at £42,995, the ‘GT-Line S’ is the flagship model featuring the 81.4kWh battery. Key features include:
- 8-speaker Harmon Kardon Premium Sound System
- Customizable head-up display (HUD)
- Electric front seats with memory functionality
- Smart power tailgate
- Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
- Remote Smart Parking Assist 2.0
All new Kia EV3 models highlight sustainability, with a QR code on the dashboard providing details on Kia’s sustainability mission and the recycled materials used in the cabin. The Kia EV3 is part of Kia’s ‘Plan S’ strategy, aiming to launch 15 EVs by 2027, with nine slated for the UK.
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