This Is Big: Testing Kia's All-New Small EV

Can the all-new 2027 Kia EV3 claim the crown as the best electric SUV in its class? We put Kia's small EV through our instrumented track and real-world range tests to find out. Run a VIN check or license plate search to uncover maintenance history, open recalls, and title statuses before you buy at http://bumper.com/edmunds Kia EV3 Edmunds Review and Pricing – https://www.edmunds.com/kia/ev3/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=content&utm_account=edmunds_content More Edmunds Fully Tested Videos – https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLsSQoIGhBLpSW5q7K9sKS8j9VnXc3VWVw Appraisal Tool – https://www.edmunds.com/appraisal/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=content&utm_account=edmunds_content Car Listings – https://www.edmunds.com/new-cars-for-sale/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=content&utm_account=edmunds_content Ratings and Reviews – https://www.edmunds.com/car-reviews/?utm_source=youtube&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=content&utm_account=edmunds_content 00:00 Intro 00:53 Pricing 01:36 The Numbers 04:10 Edmunds' EV Range & Charging Tests 05:15 Driving Impressions 08:38 Exterior, Styling, & Cargo 09:59 Interior, Tech, & Storage 13:58 Edmunds' Take Subcompact on the outside but remarkably spacious inside, the all-new 2027 Kia EV3 brings big ambition to the small electric SUV class. To see whether this stylish new EV SUV lives up to the hype, we took a dual-motor GT-Line model to the Edmunds test track for instrumented testing and evaluated its real-world performance in the Edmunds EV Range Test. At the track, the dual-motor EV3 GT-Line delivered punchy performance, generating 261 horsepower and sprinting from 0 to 60 mph in 6.3 seconds. Braking from 60 mph took an impressive 123 feet, while our skidpad test revealed 0.86 g of grip. Away from the track, the Kia EV3 range exceeded expectations: while the EPA estimates 280 miles for the AWD model, our tester achieved 309 miles on a single charge. Highway ride quality is exceptionally smooth and composed, and flexible one-pedal driving modes make city commutes effortless. Inside, clever packaging maximizes cabin volume. The thin, recessed dashboard provides abundant front room, while generous rear legroom easily accommodates adults and forward-facing child safety seats. Practicality shines with sliding cupholders, a purse-sized storage console, and 26 cubic feet of cargo space. Dual 12.3-inch displays come standard with wireless smartphone integration, though the dedicated climate screen remains awkwardly hidden behind the steering wheel rim. While our loaded GT-Line tester pushed the Kia EV3 price past $45,000, we recommend saving money with the front-wheel-drive Wind trim at around $35,000, which offers even more driving range. Ultimately, our Kia EV3 review confirms that Kia's clever crossover sets an impressive new benchmark for affordable electric SUVs. If this kind of video is helpful to you and you want to support us making more work like this in the future, hitting the like, subscribe, and notification bell buttons goes a long way. Disclaimer: This video's description was generated with AI assistance and reviewed for accuracy by the Edmunds editorial team. The video itself was created entirely without the use of AI. https://www.instagram.com/edmundscars/?hl=en https://www.facebook.com/edmunds https://www.tiktok.com/@edmunds https://twitter.com/edmunds https://www.reddit.com/user/edmundscars/ #KiaEV3 #Edmunds Subscribe to Edmunds https://www.youtube.com/user/edmundsvideo?sub_confirmation=1 for the latest car news, car reviews, car comparisons, car shopping and advice. Visit us! https://www.edmunds.com