EV Select buyer's guide: researched from manufacturer data and independent range tests; not a road test. We haven't driven this car for this guide, and it contains no driving impressions or scores.
Current offer: Kia drive-away estimate from $68,490 for the GT-Line, valid until 31 October 2026, with a choice of $1,000 cashback or 1.88% p.a. comparison-rate finance (applications by 31 Oct 2026, settled by 14 Nov 2026). Offer terms
Price and trims
| EV3 variant (MY27) | Battery | WLTP range | Drive-away estimate from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Air Standard Range | 58.3 kWh | 436 km | $46,990 |
| Air Long Range | 81.4 kWh | 604 km | $52,990 |
| Earth | 81.4 kWh | 563 km | $58,990 |
| GT-Line | 81.4 kWh | 563 km (2WD) / 559 km (AWD) | $68,490 |
The estimates are valid until 31 October 2026. You can add either $1,000 cashback or 1.88% p.a. finance, with applications by 31 October and settlement by 14 November 2026. Kia's offers page doesn't say which GT-Line drivetrain the "from" price applies to. We assume it's the 2WD, but confirm it with the dealer. The GT-Line adds a sunroof, head-up display, harman/kardon audio and powered front seats over the Earth, which is $9,500 cheaper.
Battery and range
Both GT-Lines use the 81.4 kWh battery. The 2WD has a 150 kW / 283 Nm front motor (0–100 in about 7.9 s, 563 km WLTP). The AWD adds a rear motor for 195 kW / 385 Nm (about 6.6 s, 559 km WLTP).
Highway range tests
Bjørn Nyland, 120 km/h: 337 km. He tested a European-market EV3 Long Range FWD (the same 81.4 kWh battery and front motor as the GT-Line 2WD) at 13°C in dry conditions. Wheel size and trim may differ from the Australian GT-Line, and the result doesn't apply to the AWD.
Out of Spec Reviews, 70 mph: no test. The EV3 isn't sold in the US.
Charging
| DC 10–80% | About 31 min on a 350 kW charger; about 79 min on a 50 kW charger (Kia figures) |
|---|---|
| AC | 10.5 kW three-phase or 6.9 kW single-phase; 10–100% about 7 h 15 min |
| Peak DC power | Not published by Kia Australia |
Size, seats and practicality
| Length / width / height | 4,310 / 1,850 / 1,570 mm |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 2,680 mm |
| Boot | 460 L (VDA) |
| Frunk | 25 L |
| Seats | 5 |
| Towing (GT-Line 2WD) | 1,000 kg braked, 750 kg unbraked |
| Towing (GT-Line AWD) | 1,500 kg braked, 750 kg unbraked |
| Towball download | 100 kg |
Warranty and servicing
Kia's warranty is 7 years, unlimited km. The current EV3 is a model year 2027 car, so its battery capacity warranty is 8 years or 160,000 km (to 70% of original capacity). Kia offers capped-price servicing for up to 7 years or 105,000 km.
Safety (ANCAP)
Five stars for all variants: adult occupant 83%, child occupant 86%, vulnerable road users 78%, safety assist 81%.
Rivals to compare
- Kia EV5 Air Long Range: bigger, similar money
- MG S5 EV Essence 62: about $20k less drive-away
- Tesla Model Y RWD: $58,900 list price
- Longest-range EVs at highway speed: how the tests compare
- All Kia EV3 variants in our EV database, or compare every EV on sale
- All EV Select buyer's guides by price
Who it suits, and who should look elsewhere
Good fit: city and suburban drivers who want a small, easy-to-park car with a big battery, a long warranty and decent towing (1,500 kg in the AWD).
Look elsewhere if: you are buying for value. The Air Long Range has the same battery, more WLTP range (604 km) and costs $15,500 less. Also look elsewhere if you need a family-sized boot.
FAQ
How much is the Kia EV3 GT-Line?
Kia's drive-away estimate starts at $68,490, valid until 31 October 2026, with a choice of $1,000 cashback or 1.88% finance.
What is the EV3's real highway range?
Bjørn Nyland recorded 337 km at 120 km/h in a European EV3 Long Range FWD at 13°C. WLTP is 563 km for the GT-Line 2WD.
How long does the EV3 take to charge?
About 31 minutes for 10–80% on a 350 kW charger, per Kia.
Can the EV3 tow?
Yes: 1,000 kg braked for the GT-Line 2WD and 1,500 kg for the GT-Line AWD.
Want a driving impression? Read an independent Australian road test: CarExpert (Jan 2026) ↗. It is the publisher's own work and isn't a source for this guide.