KIA EV3 first look - Great package but what's the price?
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- Опубліковано 5 лют 2025
- I have been in Frankfurt to see the new KIA EV3, a small and compact SUV. In this video, I give you a walkthrough of the car and my first thoughts. At the time of filming, the price was not published.
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UPDATE: Since recording the range on the LR has been updated from 560 to 600 km :)
This video put a smile back onto my face! Being in the USA and a $500 Reservation Holder of a Volvo EX30 has been trying... at Best! After many of us owning our reservations for a YEAR. We've yet to hear as must as a word from Volvo about our Configurations or Orders! Today's Automobile Press is advertising this Kia at the $30,000 to $50,000 Price Range. MotorOne's headline reads, "Kia's $30,000 Electric SUV Is Coming to the US." To expedite EV adoption here in the US, this is precisely the kind of EVs we need. In the last few days, all I've heard about Volvo was postponed/ineffective SW Updates, that their CEO left, and talk of 100% Tariffs. I have already contacted Kia to tell them I'm interested in this car! Thank You!
No new EV gonna be 30k and we all know that. No company will drop a new EV that looks good for 30k. Let’s be for real. That would dump there sales in all there other models and all other car companys would lose. Same with Tesla dropping a 30k model. If they do there sales on all others models will drop over 60%. So if they do drop a 30k car it will be worse then all there car models they have now other ways they will lose sales on all other cars.
@@andreasl4507 I sold cars for several years, and I understand your thinking. But frankly, if the profit margins are there on any given model, I know that Kia, Volvo, Tesla, and, for that matter, any modern car brand only cares about the numbers sold. You assume that the public is only concerned with price, and if that were the case, Cybertrucks wouldn't be flying out of Tesla's doors and we all would be driving 2024 Mitsubishi Mirage ESs at $18,160.00. Also, remember that the Chinese Brands and Tesla's proposed $25,000 Model 2 finally has woken up everyone in the biz! I see this as a smart proactive move by Kia!
Curious how they decide whether to go FWD or RWD. Presume they prioritised trunk space?
Also, high powerr EV motors can create torque-steer havoc with front wheel drive.
Front wheel drive is the worst for all EVs. Terrible cars. They just tryna keep building the car cheap. Kia always been for cheap losers.
Volvo EX30>KIA.
Comparison: Volvo EX30 vs. Kia EV3
Volvo EX30
Specifications:
Battery Options: Expected to have a range of battery configurations, including a long-range version.
Range: Approximately 275 miles on a single charge.
Performance: Rapid acceleration with a 0-60 mph time around 5.7 seconds.
Interior: High-tech interior with sustainable materials, advanced driver-assistance systems, and a panoramic sunroof.
Price:
Starting MSRP: Around $35,000.
Lease Payments:36-Month Lease Payment: Approximately $450 per month. Down Payment: Usually around $3,500.
Kia EV3
Specifications:
Battery Options: Two main configurations, including a standard range and a long-range model.
Range: Up to 372 miles with the long-range model (81.4 kWh battery).
Performance: Expected to include a more powerful GT Line variant.
Interior: Features a minimalist design with plant-derived materials, a large infotainment screen, and advanced connectivity options.
Price:
Starting MSRP: Expected to be under $30,000.
Lease Payments: 36-Month Lease Payment: Estimated to be around $400 per month. Down Payment: Typically around $2,500.
Key Takeaways
Range and Performance: The Kia EV3 offers a longer range (up to 372 miles) compared to the Volvo EX30’s 275 miles, making it a potentially better option for longer trips. However, the Volvo EX30’s faster acceleration might appeal to those prioritizing performance.
Price: The Kia EV3 is expected to be more affordable, both in terms of the starting price and monthly lease payments.
Interior and Features: Both vehicles emphasize sustainability and high-tech interiors, but the Volvo EX30 might offer more luxury features, whereas the Kia EV3 focuses on practicality and accessibility.
Conclusion
Both the Volvo EX30 and Kia EV3 represent strong options in the affordable EV market, catering to different priorities such as range, performance, and cost. For those prioritizing affordability and longer range, the Kia EV3 stands out, while the Volvo EX30 offers a more premium experience and quicker acceleration.
Sources:
Electrek
MotorTrend
Edmunds
Why is Kia always looking so bad and gayish. Weird car.
Verry cheap looking.