Trending Now - Kia Unveils 2027 EV3 and Seltos Hybrid at New York Auto Show

WHO:

Ars Technica - Kia is the automaker showcasing the vehicles.

Engadget - The 2027 EV3 is a subcompact electric SUV from Kia.

WHAT:

Engadget - The 2027 EV3 will be available in the United States "in late 2026."

Electrek - The EV3 has been selling well overseas since its debut in 2024, becoming a best-seller in some countries.

The Verge - The North American version of the EV3 will feature an updated center console design, removing the previously criticized "chopping board" armrest.

The Verge - The EV3 will include a new glossy black “Nightfall” appearance package option.

Engadget - The EV3 is designed to be a compact electric SUV that closely matches the size and target price of the Kia Sportage, Kia's best-selling model.

Electrek - The EV3 starts at around £27,000 in the UK, which is approximately $35,500 USD.

Electrek - The EV3's base model has 261 horsepower, while the GT trim level offers 288 horsepower, which is an increase from the 201 horsepower of the EU-spec 2025 EV3.

The Verge - The North American version of the EV3 will feature a new glossy black “Nightfall” appearance package option.

The Verge - The North American version of the EV3 will include a new glossy black “Nightfall” appearance package option.

The Verge - The EV3 features Kia’s i-Pedal 3.0, allowing drivers to control speed using just the accelerator pedal, which can be activated or deactivated using shifters on the steering wheel.

The Verge - The EV3 includes dual 12.3-inch displays and a 5-inch climate display in its panoramic dash display.

The Verge - The EV3 will have an option for all-wheel drive in models with the larger long-range battery.

The Verge - The Vehicle to Load (V2L) feature allows charging of devices like laptops and e-bikes, while the Vehicle to Home (V2H) feature can power parts of a home during outages with a Wallbox bidirectional charging system.

Electrek - The Kia EV3 has been a best-seller in some countries since its debut in 2024.

Electrek - The EV3 measures 169 inches in length, making it 28 inches shorter than the Kia EV9.

Electrek - The base model of the EV3 comes with 261 horsepower, while an additional GT trim level offers 288 horsepower.

Electrek - The EV3 will include features such as a heads-up display, 360º surround-view monitor, ambient mood lighting, and Digital Key 2.0.

Ars Technica - Kia unveiled the 2027 EV3 and the 2027 Seltos Hybrid at the New York International Auto Show.

Engadget - The 2027 EV3 will be available in standard-range (58.3 kWh) and long-range (81.4 kWh) options.

Engadget - The standard-range EV3 has an advertised range of 220 miles, while the long-range version has a range of 320 miles.

Engadget - Kia targets a starting price of $35,000 for the EV3.

WHERE:

Ars Technica - The vehicles were unveiled at the New York International Auto Show.

WHEN:

The Verge - The EV3 is set to be available in the United States in late 2026.

Engadget - Kia will announce pricing for the EV3 closer to its sale date later in 2026.

Electrek - The Kia EV3 is expected to be available in the United States by the end of 2026.

Engadget - The 2027 EV3 is set to arrive in the United States later in 2026.

Engadget - Kia announced in 2023 that it would target a price range of $35,000 to $50,000 for the EV3.

WHY:

Electrek - The introduction of the EV3 comes at a time when affordable electric vehicles are increasingly needed in the U.S. market, especially following the cancellation of the Volvo EX30.

Electrek - The introduction of the EV3 comes at a time when affordable electric vehicles are increasingly needed in the U.S. market.

Engadget - The EV3 is designed to meet consumer demand for small, efficient electric SUVs in the U.S. market.

HOW:

Engadget - The EV3 uses a 400-volt architecture for charging, which is slower than the 800-volt systems used in other Kia models.

Electrek - The EV3 can charge from 10% to 80% in approximately 30 minutes, depending on the battery size.

Engadget - The EV3 uses Kia's 400-volt architecture for charging.

Engadget - DC fast charging can power the EV3 from 10 to 80 percent in 29 minutes for the standard model and 31 minutes for the long-range model.

Engadget - The EV3 includes a native NACS charging port on the front passenger side and features a Vehicle-to-Home (V2H) option for providing power to homes during peak usage hours.

(UPDATED April 2, 2026 13:19 UTC)

The highly anticipated EV3 will be available in the United States in late 2026, following its successful debut overseas in 2024, where it quickly became a best-seller in several countries. The North American version will feature an updated center console design, eliminating the previously criticized armrest, and will also offer a new glossy black “Nightfall” appearance package. As the demand for affordable electric vehicles rises in the U.S., particularly after the cancellation of the Volvo EX30, the EV3 aims to fill that gap with its 400-volt charging architecture, allowing for a 10% to 80% charge in about 30 minutes, depending on the battery size.

(UPDATED April 2, 2026 05:29 UTC)

The new EV3, designed as a compact electric SUV, closely matches the size and price of Kia's best-selling Sportage, starting at around £27,000 in the UK, which is about $35,500 USD. The base model boasts 261 horsepower, while the GT trim level offers a powerful 288 horsepower, an increase from the previous EU-spec model. Set to hit the U.S. market in late 2026, the EV3 arrives at a crucial moment as the demand for affordable electric vehicles grows, especially after the cancellation of the Volvo EX30.

(UPDATED April 2, 2026 01:22 UTC)

Kia has unveiled exciting details about the North American version of the EV3, which will feature a sleek new glossy black “Nightfall” appearance package. This innovative electric vehicle includes advanced technology like Kia’s i-Pedal 3.0 for speed control, dual 12.3-inch displays, and the option for all-wheel drive with a larger long-range battery. Additionally, the EV3 boasts unique features such as Vehicle to Load and Vehicle to Home capabilities, allowing users to charge devices and even power parts of their homes during outages, with pricing to be announced closer to its sale date later in 2026.

(UPDATED April 1, 2026 23:10 UTC)

The Kia EV3 has quickly become a best-seller in several countries since its debut in 2024, measuring 169 inches in length and featuring a base model with 261 horsepower, while a GT trim offers 288 horsepower. This new electric vehicle will come equipped with advanced features like a heads-up display, a 360-degree surround-view monitor, ambient mood lighting, and Digital Key 2.0. The EV3 is expected to hit the U.S. market by the end of 2026, addressing the growing demand for affordable electric vehicles in the country.

(UPDATED April 1, 2026 17:23 UTC)

Kia has unveiled its new 2027 EV3 subcompact electric SUV at the New York International Auto Show, alongside the 2027 Seltos Hybrid. The EV3 will come in standard-range and long-range options, with advertised ranges of 220 miles and 320 miles respectively, and is expected to start at around $35,000 when it arrives in the United States later in 2026. This model features Kia's 400-volt architecture for charging, allowing for rapid DC fast charging and includes a Vehicle-to-Home option to provide power during peak usage hours.