New entry level model in Kia's bespoke EV line-up will maintain bold styling of concept, is tipped to cost under £30,000
The Kia EV3, the firm’s smallest bespoke electric model yet, will be revealed later this month – and has been previewed with a number of teaser images. The new compact electric SUV will first shown in concept form last year, and the production version will now be revealed on May 23.The three teaser images release suggest Kia design chief Karim Habib was true to his word when he said the production version would closely mirror that machine.
While the large EV9 has a more premium focus, the EV3 is designed to “enhance the accessibility of electric mobility”, and the firm has been aiming for entry level models to be priced at under £30,000. The new model will sit alongside the Niro EV, which uses a multi-powertrain platform, and will serve as an indirect replacement for the Soul EV.
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