The Kia EV3 Long Range, available since July 2024 in Europe, brings a competitive blend of efficiency, performance, and next-gen EV tech to the compact SUV market. Equipped with a usable 78.0 kWh battery, this model offers a real-world driving range of 455 km and supports 135 kW DC fast charging, making it a strong option for both urban and longer drives.
Kia EV3 Long Range – Full Specifications
| Category | Specification |
|---|---|
| Availability | Since July 2024 (NL), August (DE), October (UK) |
| Price | UK: £35,995 NL: €41,495 DE: €41,390 |
| Performance | 150 kW (204 PS) FWD 283 Nm 0–100 km/h: 7.7 sec Top speed: 170 km/h |
| Battery | 81.4 kWh nominal / 78.0 kWh usable NCM, 400V architecture |
| Range | Real: 325–670 km Avg: 455 km WLTP: up to 605 km |
| Consumption | Real: 171 Wh/km WLTP rated: 149–162 Wh/km |
| AC Charging | Type 2 (11 kW) – 0–100% in 8h30m |
| DC Charging | CCS (135 kW max) – 10–80% in 33 min (avg 105 kW) |
| Charging Speed | AC: 55 km/h DC: 570 km/h |
| Long-Distance Suitability | 1-Stop Range: 472 km 15-min stop adds ~142–163 km |
| Body Type | 5-door SUV, FWD |
| Dimensions | L: 4300 mm W: 1850 mm H: 1560 mm Wheelbase: 2680 mm |
| Weight | Unladen: 1885 kg GVWR: 2355 kg Payload: 545 kg |
| Cargo Volume | Rear: 460 L / Max: 1251 L Frunk: 25 L |
| Seats | 5 (2 Isofix) |
| Turning Circle | 10.4 m |
| Drive & Platform | Front-wheel drive HMG E-GMP EV-dedicated platform |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg unbraked / 1000 kg braked |
| Heat Pump | Optional (varies by region) |
| Bidirectional Charging | V2L supported – 3.6 kW output via interior & exterior sockets |
| Plug & Charge | Yes (ISO 15118-2 protocol supported) |
The Kia EV3 Long Range delivers impressive practicality with modern fast-charging tech and advanced energy management. It’s a strong competitor in the sub-compact EV SUV segment, balancing cost and range for value-driven buyers.
