Kia EV3
Crossover · 2027
Trims and features
What changed for 2027
First year we have trim data for.
2027 EV3 trims
| GT | GT-Line | Land | Light | Wind | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | |||||
| Starting MSRP | $45,890 | $43,490 | from $38,490 | $29,890 | from $34,990 |
| Powertrain | |||||
| Horsepower | 288 hp | 261 hp | AWD: 261 hp FWD: 201 hp | 201 hp | AWD: 261 hp FWD: 201 hp |
| Torque | 345 lb-ft | 284 lb-ft | AWD: 284 lb-ft FWD: 209 lb-ft | 209 lb-ft | AWD: 284 lb-ft FWD: 209 lb-ft |
| Transmission | 1-Speed Automatic Transmission | 1-Speed Automatic Transmission | 1-Speed Automatic Transmission | 1-Speed Automatic Transmission | 1-Speed Automatic Transmission |
| Drivetrain | Awd | Awd | AWD / FWD | Fwd | AWD / FWD |
| Electric range | 280 mi | 280 mi | AWD: 280 mi FWD: 321 mi | 221 mi | AWD: 280 mi FWD: 321 mi |
| Size and capability | |||||
| Cargo behind last row | 26.1 cu ft | 26.1 cu ft | 26.1 cu ft | 26.1 cu ft | 26.1 cu ft |
| Max cargo | 56.5 cu ft | 56.5 cu ft | 56.5 cu ft | 56.5 cu ft | 56.5 cu ft |
| Ground clearance | 6 in | 6.2 in | 5.9 in | 5.9 in | 5.9 in |
| Length | 169.7 in | 169.7 in | 169.3 in | 169.3 in | 169.3 in |
| Tech | |||||
| Touchscreen | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in |
| Apple CarPlay | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless |
| Android Auto | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless | Wireless |
| Digital gauge cluster | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in | 12.3 in |
| Audio | Harman Kardon | Harman Kardon | — | — | — |
| Speakers | 8 | 8 | — | — | — |
| Driver assistance | |||||
| Adaptive cruise control | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go | Adaptive Cruise with Stop & Go |
| Lane keeping | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Blind Spot Intervention | Blind Spot Intervention | Blind Spot Intervention | Blind Spot Intervention | Blind Spot Intervention |
| Automatic emergency braking | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection | AEB with Pedestrian + Cyclist Detection |
| Rear cross-traffic | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking |
| 360-degree camera | Surround View Camera | Surround View Camera | Surround View Camera | — | — |
| Parking sensors | Front, Rear, Side | Front, Rear, Side | Front, Rear, Side | — | — |
| Comfort | |||||
| Heated seats | Front | Front | Front | — | Front |
| Ventilated seats | Front | Front | Front | — | — |
| Driver seat memory | Driver Seat | Driver Seat | Driver Seat | — | — |
| Climate zones | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Second row | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench | Split Bench |
| Exterior | |||||
| Sunroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | Tilt/Slide Moonroof | — | — |
| Wheels | 19 in | 19 in | 19 in | 17 in | AWD: 19 in FWD: 17 in |
Packages and options (38)
| GT | GT-Line | Land | Light | Wind | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| GT-Line Two-Tone Roof Package | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| NACS Charge Port AC/DC Adapter Package | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wind AWD Nightfall Package $1,000 | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Wind FWD Nightfall Package $1,500 | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Cross Bars $410 | Optional | Optional | — | Optional | Optional |
| Gloss Black Beltline | Standard | Standard | Standard | — | Optional |
| Gloss Black Bridge-Type Roof Rails | — | — | Standard | — | Optional |
| Gloss Black Bumper | Standard | — | Standard | — | Optional |
| Gloss Black Lower Door Garnish | — | — | Standard | — | Optional |
| Gloss Black Outside Rear-View Mirror Cap | Standard | Standard | Standard | — | Optional |
| Mud Guards $135 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Raised Cross Bars $410 | — | — | Optional | — | Optional |
| Sport Attachment $320 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks $80 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Cover $160 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpeted Floor Mats $200 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Door Panel Protector $250 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Floor Style Cargo Net $75 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Frameless EC Mirror with HomeLink $375 | — | — | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Reversible Cargo Tray $140 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Roadside Assistance Kit $75 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Small First Aid Kit $45 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| 19-inch Alloy Wheels | Standard | Standard | Standard | — | — |
| 17-inch Alloy Wheels | — | — | — | Standard | Standard |
| Sound-Absorbing Foam Tires | Standard | Standard | Standard | — | — |
| Cloth Trim Roof | Standard | Standard | Standard | — | Optional |
| Aurora Black Pearl | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Frost Blue | — | — | Optional | — | Optional |
| Frost Blue Paint with Black Roof $545 | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Interstellar Gray | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Morning Haze | — | — | Optional | — | Optional |
| Snow White Pearl Paint $445 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Snow White Pearl Paint Black Roof $545 | — | Optional | — | — | — |
| Gray Cloth w/ Pale Blue Accents | — | — | — | Optional | — |
| Gray and Smoky Black SynTex | — | — | Optional | — | Optional |
| Gray SynTex w/ Pale Blue Accents | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Gray SynTex and Suede w/ Neon Green Accents | Optional | — | — | — | — |
| Off-White and Gray SynTex | — | Optional | — | — | — |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Other, Oem order guide, Oem order guide, Oem configurator, Nhtsa vin decode. Still partial for this year: model, powertrain, fuel economy, chassis, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | KIA EV3 SUV BEV FWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2027 | KIA EV3 SUV BEV AWD | Not Rated | No | No | 0 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA.
EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | EV3 Long Range AWD | Auto (A1) | 103 |
| 2027 | EV3 Long Range FWD | Auto (A1) | 117 |
| 2027 | EV3 Long Range GT AWD | Auto (A1) | 103 |
| 2027 | EV3 Standard Range FWD | Auto (A1) | 115 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.