You’ve read our reviews on the Kia EV6 and EV9, and seen the upcoming, Chinese-built EV5, now we can show you the next model in Kia’s electric lineup; the Seltos-sized EV3.
Published on Indian outlet Carwale, the standard EV3 and GT-Line feature many similarities to their larger brethren, including the more curvy LED headlamp look that features on the facelifted EV6.
The base EV3 has a silver trim piece adoring the lower grille, breaking up an otherwise minimalist design, with a twin-parallel vertically stacked set of LEDs forming the matrix, with vertical and horizontal lines at the outer edges.
A trapezoidal wheel arch flare joins body cladding that spans the lower edge of the entire vehicle. Also noteworthy are concealed rear door handles The rest seems pretty consistent with Kia’s ‘Opposites United’ design theme, with some differences in the GT-Line – thankfully not echoing its big brother EV9 with cameras in lieu of mirrors.
Inside, the standard EV3 is very reminiscent of the other cars in the series, with a floating centre console, horizontal vents and two 12.3-inch screens adjoined to form a seamless connection between the infotainment and instrument screens. A trapezoidal steering wheel and ‘+/-‘ motifs on the accelerator and brake are also familiar themes. The GT-Line has a three-spoke steering wheel with a more vibrant trim theme.
Like the EV5, we expect the EV3 will be manufactured in China, which means it might not suffer an exorbitant asking price like the EV9. All will be officially unveiled on May 23.
