Kia EV3 concept unveiling

author: FutureCar Staff    

Kia has been spotted testing its new EV3 on the road, but before it hits production, there will be a concept model to give us a glimpse of what to expect from the latest addition to Kia's EV lineup.

During Kia's EV Day, the EV3 Concept was teased in shadowy images alongside five other EVs. Positioned as the second car from the right, it sits between the EV5 and EV9, while the EV4 saloon is on the left.

Similar to the EV9 and EV5 Concepts, the Kia EV3 Concept is expected to showcase a model that is close to being production-ready. Its front headlight signature resembles that of the EV5, but without the LED strip along the bonnet's leading edge.

Despite the extensive camouflage on the test car, the EV3 can be seen sporting futuristic 'triangular' wheel designs, indicating a bold and distinctive appearance. There are also hints of design elements from the larger EV5 and EV9, with strong cues from the rear of the EV6.

Exclusive images of the Kia EV3 from 2022 suggest that it may feature a full-width LED rear light bar, along with muscular surfacing and Kia's new logo.

The spy shots of the EV3 taken in Germany also reveal similarities to the EV6, such as the dark ridge on the C-pillar and black wheel arches. The absence of temporary testing components or add-ons suggests that the model is nearing production readiness.

As part of Kia's plan to launch 14 new EVs by 2027, the EV3 was announced last year. With the EV5, EV6, and EV9 already unveiled, the EV3 is set to join the lineup as a competitor to the Volvo C40, Mercedes EQA, and BMW iX1 in terms of size.

FutureCar Staff