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Kia Unveils 2027 EV3: Affordable SUV Starting at $35,000

4/1/2026

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Kia unveiled the 2027 EV3 at the New York International Auto Show, signaling its entry into affordable EVs.
The subcompact SUV targets rivals like the Chevrolet Bolt and Nissan Leaf.
The EV3's design draws inspiration from the larger EV9.
It offers two battery options: 58.3 kWh for 220 miles and 81.4 kWh for up to 320 miles.
Pricing is expected to start around $35,000, with sales beginning in late 2026.

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Story summary

Kia unveiled the 2027 EV3 at the New York International Auto Show, signaling its entry into affordable EVs.
The subcompact SUV targets rivals like the Chevrolet Bolt and Nissan Leaf.
The EV3's design draws inspiration from the larger EV9.
It offers two battery options: 58.3 kWh for 220 miles and 81.4 kWh for up to 320 miles.
Pricing is expected to start around $35,000, with sales beginning in late 2026.