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The Kia EV3 is an all-electric 'B-segment SUV', which is market promote 'a small-ish, SUV-ish hatchback.' At 4.3-metres long, it's a touch smaller sized than the Kia Niro EV, larger than the Jeep Avenger and a very comparable size to the VW ID.3 and Volvo EX30. This is an important automobile for Kia due to the fact that compact SUVs like this comprise nearly a third of all new automobiles offered in Europe and from our very first look we think the EV3 is great all rounder that might well become the cars and truck to beat in its class.

Sign up with Ginny as she takes the new Kia EV3 for a first drive in Korea. Has Kia developed a winner? Let us understand in the comments listed below.

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47 responses to “NEW KIA EV3 DRIVEN : Volvo EX30’s worst nightmare | Electrifying”

  1. @hughmarcus1 Avatar
    @hughmarcus1

    While the European manufacturers are sucking their thumbs while wondering what to do about the future, the Koreans & Chinese have embraced the future and are charging ahead.

    The next 10 years on our roads are going to look very different

    Reply
    1. @ThrottleBody Avatar
      @ThrottleBody

      All technologies can co-exist. EVs on their own isn’t the answer.

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    2. @contraplano3157 Avatar
      @contraplano3157

      ​@@ThrottleBodyEV are the present

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    3. @Stewiedude1 Avatar
      @Stewiedude1

      ​@ThrottleBody EVs can easily be the answer for the vast majority of personal transport.
      Even electric long haul trucks are becoming increasingly viable.
      The only vehicles EV doesn’t and likely won’t ever work for is ocean freight and flight

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    4. @ThrottleBody Avatar
      @ThrottleBody

      @@contraplano3157 that’s not what I said.

      Reply
    5. @ThrottleBody Avatar
      @ThrottleBody

      @@Stewiedude1 so you’ve proven my point 😂

      Reply
  2. @patrickjr11 Avatar
    @patrickjr11

    I think the bigger battery version will be the big seller. Going to be a hugely popular car both new and second hand. Looks great and is about the right size for a family car. This and the Hyundai Inster are going to be massive sellers in Europe and the UK

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    1. @LeiChat Avatar
      @LeiChat

      Just a shame it will attract the luxury vehicle tax in the UK if you opt for the heat pump and a paint option.

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    2. @seanb9530 Avatar
      @seanb9530

      Agree… I point blank refuse to pay any luxury car tax while Labour are in charge! ​@@LeiChat

      Reply
  3. @kiae-nirodiariesencore4270 Avatar
    @kiae-nirodiariesencore4270

    At last!..A real road test of the much hailed EV3 and Seoul looks a fun place to be. Having driven a Kia e-Niro since early 2019 I am interested to know how the EV3 rides and handles which you didn’t say anything about in this video. They are expected to arrive here in France within a few months so looking forward to seeing more reviews of this car.

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  4. @Titot182 Avatar
    @Titot182

    Pretty tempted to consider this after my salary sacrifice lease on the current gen Hyundai Kona is completed. Love the Kona Advanced ultimate as a family car, so hoping the top spec EV3 can accept a tow bar for a cycle carrier

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  5. @lm3718 Avatar
    @lm3718

    Looks way superior to the EX30 – great review. The 4K video quality was superb.

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    1. @benjaminsmith2287 Avatar
      @benjaminsmith2287

      Not to me it doesn’t. That’s truly subjective. What I do like is that it is roomier than the Volvo. Otherwise, I like the esthetics of the Volvo over the Kia.

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    2. @lm3718 Avatar
      @lm3718

      @@benjaminsmith2287 Yes, always subjective. I prefer the EX30 exterior a lot – just can’t handle their basic interiors and flakey software.

      Reply
  6. @mrstoives2444 Avatar
    @mrstoives2444

    I went to the launch last week and was impressed. Seriously considering for the next EV

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  7. @synpol Avatar
    @synpol

    I am real convert to these new Kia EVs ….. despite the fact my EV9 being in the garage again for its second 12v battery failure …. I have been a Audi, BMW & Volvo driver traditionally but Kia have nailed the design and build quality on these and EV Tech (despite 12v problem) is efficient and easy to use. This looks like a great second EV option for our family 🙂especially compared to the Volvo price point.

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    1. @denism66 Avatar
      @denism66

      The 12v issue has been around pretty much since Kia/Hyundai started building EVs, it’s a shame they can’t seem to figure this thing out.
      Tesla used to have this issue but they switched to Li-ion batteries years ago.

      Reply
  8. @AlanTov Avatar
    @AlanTov

    Really impressive!
    Kia and Hyundai are where it’s at right now.

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  9. @Banyan314 Avatar
    @Banyan314

    Pity that the GT line doesn’t come with the more efficient and arguably better looking 17” wheels for our potholed roads. Low profile 19” wheels are fine on motorways but on most UK roads they not that great at absorbing the bumps or returning good miles per kWh.
    Other countries get the option why not the UK !
    Lovely looking car, ticks so many boxes. Ordered mine last week , but annoyed at need to purchase the heat pump, which should be standard on all EVs !

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    1. @gregcooper2719 Avatar
      @gregcooper2719

      I’ve noticed that about the heat pump, one thing that i think helps the 2024 Kona (which i have) is the heat pump as standard. The EV3 looks awesome though

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    2. @paulscott1759 Avatar
      @paulscott1759

      I agree the 17 inch wheels with bigger tyres against low profile option is a no brainer even if it is better to avoid kerb rash

      Reply
  10. @batemanlife Avatar
    @batemanlife

    Think I have loved every new Kia and Hyundai design over the last couple of years, they are on fire 🔥

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    1. @12alocin Avatar
      @12alocin

      I think it’s best not use that last phrase!

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    2. @batemanlife Avatar
      @batemanlife

      @@12alocin ha true 😬

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    3. @tungvu Avatar
      @tungvu

      They are what the Japanese brands were back in the 1980s and 1990s.

      Reply
  11. @stefan2796 Avatar
    @stefan2796

    KIA is going to sell a lot of these, it ticks all the boxes for people who want a great looking, well made and practical EV.

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    1. @KennethPaul Avatar
      @KennethPaul

      Oddly it’s really close to looking like a Renault Mégane. Same round styling, pop out handles, concealed rear handles in the c pillar, charging speeds and front wheel drive. The Kia is nice but I personally prefer the Renault, with current offers you can get a top trim iconic megane with heat pump and harmon kardon sound system for the same as an entry level EV3. Close call, so would recommend driving both before making a decision.

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    2. @marekwitek7494 Avatar
      @marekwitek7494

      @@KennethPaulEV3 is bigger car inside with an frunk and faster charging in means shorter time 10-80% and possible much more real range. And if You add only around 10% more money You can get 25% more range, this is Game changer in this segment

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    3. @sebastian5903 Avatar
      @sebastian5903

      It’s definitely not good looking.

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    4. @sebastian5903 Avatar
      @sebastian5903

      Ugliest car of the year

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    5. @stefan2796 Avatar
      @stefan2796

      @@sebastian5903 For you maybe. Many people think otherwise. But hey, let’s have a look at the sales numbers in a couple of months.

      Reply
  12. @anonymouspdg6121 Avatar
    @anonymouspdg6121

    I tested the EX30 and immediately decided it wasn’t for me but the EV3 looks like a definite option when I change from my BEV XC40. I have a test drive booked on 21/09 so cant wait to see what it looks, feels like and how it drives!
    Another great review Ginny, thanks!

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  13. @FancyaBevMate Avatar
    @FancyaBevMate

    I’ll by pass the EV3 from my Niro and will go for the EV5 which has already launched in china. Kia needs to get it here ASAP. Cheers

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  14. @Muppetkeeper Avatar
    @Muppetkeeper

    I’m getting excited about Kia’s small van coming next year now.

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  15. @chrismawby1805 Avatar
    @chrismawby1805

    The slide out tray is pointless, it needs to be a storage space with the tray on top if you need a tray. Otherwise the car looks great. I bet there will be a waiting list.

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    1. @michalklucz6907 Avatar
      @michalklucz6907

      I saw how you can fold passenger seat in Hyundai Inster/Casper and stretch out your legs while sitting in the back. Since then any kind of trays is just a gimmick I don’t want to work with my torso rotated 60deg. I want to have my laptop on my… lap.

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  16. @iridemountainbikes Avatar
    @iridemountainbikes

    I don’t understand the obsession with 0-60 times, I find this one of the least important things to me when looking at newer cars. My current super old 2010 kia ceed (much in need of replacing but can’t afford it) does 0-60 in about 11.6 seconds and I’ve rarely wished for it to be better so anything less than that in my mind is plenty enough as long as you’re driving sensibly. Family cars really don’t need to be able to do 0-60 in less than 5 seconds, that’s just bonkers to me. Faster charging would be nice on all these cars, would prefer 150kw minimum charging speed on all cars to keep charges under half an hour, on longer journeys this would also free up chargers quicker at busy times.

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    1. @user-lr4ey7kl4j Avatar
      @user-lr4ey7kl4j

      I agree with you 100%. This obsession with 0-whatever times is utterly pointless for 98.9% of drivers. I find it absolutely annoying when reviewers point it out for anything other than a super car thing.

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    2. @Abercon25 Avatar
      @Abercon25

      Mostly agree…

      I do live in an area that has a million roundabouts, and the speed and responsiveness from a standstill does come in handy to move away during peak hours or to get out of trouble when others are driving unsafely.

      But your are right on the whole.

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    3. @LordElpme Avatar
      @LordElpme

      Old Leaf with 0-62 11.something. Never really cared as it’s 0-30 is pretty fruity. That is the useful place for rapid acceleration for turning on to a 60mph road. Nobody needs a faster 0-62mph than 6secs, even that is more likely to help drivers do something stupid.

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    4. @gap9992 Avatar
      @gap9992

      I agree with you but where I live having the instant acceleration is handy to overtake cycles and other slow moving traffic. Anything less than 8 seconds is not needed.

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    5. @4ce5bf154 Avatar
      @4ce5bf154

      Tesla started this dumb trend… people wanting a family car faster than a Lamborghini makes no sense 😅

      Reply
  17. @WagnerGimenes Avatar
    @WagnerGimenes

    Concise, to the point. Fifteen minutes well spent on this channel. Thank you.

    Reply
  18. @darrenaitcheson795 Avatar
    @darrenaitcheson795

    As an EV6 owner, Kia knock it out of the park AGAIN.

    Just a couple of things that the EV3 could’ve done with though:
    * The faster charging speeds that the EV6 and EV9 have (although this might’ve bumped the price up too much?)
    * A panoramic glass roof rather than the sunroof (no idea why Kia keeps fitting sunroofs when the pano roof is what everyone wants)
    * Battery pre-conditioning to operate off Google Maps, Waze, Apple Maps, rather than just off the inbuilt nav

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    1. @chrisnix5775 Avatar
      @chrisnix5775

      EV6 is 800v architecture, 3 is 400v hence charge rate slower.

      Reply
  19. @ThoughtfulAl Avatar
    @ThoughtfulAl

    Very nice review, good to see reviewers like you prepared to travel to Korea to cover the latest cars, instead of sitting around waiting for it to reach UK. Looking on from NZ 🙂

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  20. @ChrisMcEvoy72 Avatar
    @ChrisMcEvoy72

    Booked in to take a look at this at my local Kia dealer in a couple of weeks. Could be my next EV if the lease deals are right in a few months time!

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