Kia confirms EV3 US launch late-2026 after $7,500 tax-credit end
Kia just confirmed its new EV3 electric vehicle will launch in the US by late 2026, after a delay due to the end of a $7,500 tax credit.
The EV3 is set to take on popular models like the Chevrolet Bolt and Nissan Leaf as energy costs rise and competition heats up.
EV3 offers 2 battery options
The EV3 offers two battery options (standard 58.3 kWh or long-range 81.4 kWh), with the GT model packing 288hp, while the most efficient big-battery versions target a 320-mile range.
It supports fast charging (up to 80% in about half an hour) plus cool features like vehicle-to-load (V2L) and vehicle-to-home (V2H).
Inside, you get dual 12.3-inch displays with Netflix and YouTube support through Kia's app store.
While official pricing isn't out yet, early estimates suggest it'll start around $35,000, aiming for more features and space than rivals.