it's pretty ugly (personal), and on all the piano black you will see every scratch. Alfa Romeo Junior and 2022 Renault Captur are far more beautiful, but also less capable as EV. Renault Scenic is alternative but a bit more expensive.
Currently using the 1st edition (1st generation) E niro here in the UK (I'm a taxi driver of 27 years and a Huge kia fan boy 😂 58 years old and on my 5th kia so far) just past 110,000 miles with the Niro and whilst the EV3 looks a good niro replacement I'm waiting for the EV5! Thanks for all you're videos mate I was a CC myself before the pandemic. Cheers
I guess it's because you've had 5 Kia thus far with your current one having 110,000 miles on it, but what's the reason for looking into EV3 as your replacement?
@@CarSceneKorea I don’t want the EV3 I want the EV5 mainly because I want a much higher driving position not to mention much more boot and interior space like the 2nd generation Sedona I owned from 2007. We have terrible speed humps here in the UK and I’m hoping the EV5’s width between the wheels is like the sedona passing over them as all vehicles wear their tyres out prematurely going over them. Cheers
Your channel is awesome for Hyundai/ Kia/ Genesis fans in the United States. It’s like you come in from the future to show us what to expect! Thank you 😎👍
Thanks for the comment, I've started my channel with that in mind five years ago, but I won't complain. Absolutely love connecting with my viewers and where I am now + where I will be! 🚀
The EV3 is the first car ever that I actually, actively could see myself saving up for. I really want one. Sure there are other more snazzy cars, but there’s something about the EV3 that just speaks to me. I really want one, lol. Gonna book a test drive as soon as it becomes available here in Norway. Thanks for the early impression, mate.
I’m from taiwan and I just love the way you speak English,pronouns and describe things so precisely. There’s no doubt KIA and Hyundai has the best quality and competitive EV right now.
DK might be an American and later moved to Korea or was born in Korea, lived in the US, and then moved back. DK offers great connect so does Motorgraph.
Kia is doing a preview display in September throughout Germany. Get the details on the DE website. I’m coming from another country to DE in September specifically for this.
My father could already check it out today near Kiel in northern Germany. But I don`t know where its next stop will be. He likes the car and is thinking about ordering one then.
ive seen this car driving around and couldnt beleive actually what i saw, just beautifull in real life! And i probably think the designer of this car is a big Starwars fan like me. THis white colour in particular with the piano black touches added to it, for me it resembles alot starwars stormtrooper :D
Went to an EV3 event yesterday here in the U.K. and it’s stunning!! Can’t wait for a test drive later on. It was the GT S line, the only thing it didn’t do what I saw in your previous video, the back seats don’t move back. Sadly also no blue available for the GT line, but pistachio looks very nice.
I manage 6-6.5 miles per k/w quite often in the U.K. in my current Eniro from 2021 (the older model still). Curious to see what this one will do. I don’t use the AC that often or if I don’t I hardly ever put it on auto climate but rather just turn the AC on so it still cools but used way less power trying to cool as quick as possible.
Usually, I am never a fan with oem wheels that come with a new car regardless of ev or gasoline. But the wheels on this EV3 really works well and look great👍
KIA sells a lot of cars in Europe. The KIA eNiro is a very popular EV. Had a test drive with the 2019 model a couple of weeks ago. Amazing car, very comfortable and very well thought out! Looking forward to see the EV3 in the showroom in October!
Requests for your long term review: 1. MyDrive mode review 2. Harmon Kardon stereo 3. Speed bumps and bad pavement handling and ride 4. What options do you recommend? I get a test drive on Friday afternoon in an Earth Long-range. Let's compare notes.
Self-drive test drive today. Wow. KIA has done a great job packing in the features for this price point. I don’t feel like it was lacking for anything and there was more than expected. Most of the cost for an EV goes to the battery and unless you’re buying a top-end car, the interior and comfort features are lacking or cheaply done. But somehow KIA has struck the perfect balance of price, range, and features. I think this will be the type of car that’s going to set the standard for other manufacturers and a car that will get people who were hesitant about buying EVs to buy one. In my drive, I was mostly interested in NVH, handling and ease of parking in a garage. We had it for an hour and I wish it could have been a little more but, it was good enough to convince me that we had made a good choice in making the purchase contract and giving up the GV60. It’s smooth over rough roads and irons out the many speed bumps on the roads in my area. And, that’s with the 19” wheels so, I think the 17” wheels will be even better. It was very quiet inside and the HK stereo was excellent. Acceleration was excellent in eco and normal modes and in sport mode really pushes you back in your seat! However, this is where I have my biggest concern: when accelerating quickly, the steering gets very light and the car wanders in its lane. I did not like that feeling of losing control. I ran it in I-pedal mode and, in regen level 3, it stopped itself so one-pedal driving is possible. An hour isn’t long enough to figure out all the features but I got through enough to decide that the EV3 is winner. Can’t wait to get my own but I’m waiting about six months so they can find a fix any early production problems. Looking forward to seeing your long-term review. If you’re ever in Pyeongtaek, let me know.
Thanks for sharing, I can actually relate to everything you've said. I will fill up the blank with my long-term & distance test drive happening in a few days. I'm actually driving it down to Busan from Seoul, will be doing 100% to 1% driving distance test as well. I actually seldom visit Pyeongtaek, I've been to Humphreys to display my Z for auto event and such, got some military and army friends as well.
The EV3 sadly has the same HUGE ISSUE that also BYD cars have: The CHARGING-PORT on the FRONT RIGHT! In Germany (and other countries in Europe) we have millions of older narrow private garages, where you have to park very close to the right wall in order to be able to open and get out of the driver's door on the left. That's why it's IMPOSSIBLE to reach the charging-port on the front right! We have a wallbox in the garage and PV at the roof, but can't buy the EV3 because of its charging-port position.
Would the center positioned charging port be more favored in that case then? The port has to be in the half front of the vehicle due to the architecture.
@@CarSceneKorea Yes, every other position should work. Front center or left side. The problem with the right side position is that you have to walk next to the car in order to reach the port there, but this is impossible when you have to park close to the right wall in order to get out of the car on the left (driver's door).
You need to look at the aerodynamic test numbers..the fact that it appears to you to be a brick is immaterial. It’s all about the cd. You can have that shape and have good numbers.
Thanks for a great first drive video - was feeling your enthusiasm. Great that you pointed out and showed the infotainment and driver cluster screen reflections being solely from the in-transit plastic screen protectors.
Hello!!! my name is Javier and I'm writing from Spain, I'm a fan of yours for a long time and I watch all the videos you post, I also thank you that I can read what you say in Spanish, you are the only one who does it, thanks again. I am passionate about cars and I have worked for Citroën and Nissan, and currently I am a loss adjuster. I am really impressed with this EV3, I think that in Europe for sure it will succeed, and in Spain too. Kia in Spain was in 2023 the third best-selling brand with about 7% of the market. What do you think of the future EV4, I had a few years ago a KIA RIO four doors and was delighted with it for the value for money, I love the design of Kia more than the Hyundai, and I am eager to see in EV4, I want an electric vehicle with sedan body, do you have any more data about this future model???? Thank you and keep it up.
Thanks for the love and support. I really appreciate that. It’s also great hearing that Kia is doing great in Spain. I don’t really go over speculations about cars. I only focus on cars that are actually revealed and focus on information that is solid and precise from manufactures. I have over 40 different language, subtitles and closed captions. Really appreciate that you’re using it 🙌
We love you in the states!! Been watching you for a year plus BUT don’t always comment. Just want to show you some love! I’ve watched probably all your Genesis ones and a lot of Hyundai and Kia ones too! Keep it up! I came to Korea a few months ago and I was like oh man what if I meet Him randomly! Haha
I used to live in LA, often visited K-town 😉 Would be quite interesting if someone actually does recognize me on the streets in the States lol. Thanks for the comment!
@@CarSceneKorea I find it alot more stylish than the Niro EV. The latest Niro doesn't do it for me. Tailgate looks too much like an old Ford Focus. The rest of the car just looks too bland for my taste. It is also longer than the old e-Niro and I can only just fit that into my garage.
@@mmuller2402In the UK SMMT figures show that only 1 sale in every 11 of an electric vehicle is a private sale. Most EVs are business purchases for the tax relief, fleet vehicles for a particular operator say a car rental company, or some sort of through work lease scheme so not owned - salary sacrifice. At 40k -60K for a well spec’d EV a handful of retirees and other people with access to a windfall are making purchases with a view of probably keeping their vehicle a long time. Until parity of price and parity of range between ICE and EVs mass adoption is on pause. The average person in the UK doesn’t work for enough money to buy an EV at £40-£60K and I include myself in that a double graduate with a good job just over national average salary and I’ve only been able to afford a GV60 which I’ve had two years from accessing a private pension early (windfall if you like). In the UK the Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate now in effect which will fine manufacturers for not meeting annual targets of a particular percentage of all their sales (22% in 2024, 25% next year and so on until 80 in 2030) being EV (£15,000 per non-EV vehicle) will bring down new sale prices as manufacturers try to courage sales to avoid penalties, will bring down 2nd hand EV prices and couple this with improvements in manufacturing technique, improved tech lowering battery prices and economy of scales and more competition as more brands and models becoming available I think the EV market is looking bright- in 12 month as we end the first year of the mandate we’ll start to see some great purchase deals! But as an average person if do decide buying an EV rather than leasing is for you I would recommend the best spec you can afford (OTA capability, heat pump, fast charging speed, big battery, full suite of driving assists and cameras) with a view to future proofing it as best as you can and with a plan to keep it a long time. Just my thoughts.
Thanks for this and hello from a 5 year plus e-niro owner in France. I will be interested to see what you think of the ride/comfort on a long trip as well as the efficiency. We love our e-Niro after 106,000 km, reliable, comfortable and efficient but not a 'ground up' EV design of course. Love the look of the EV3 which should arrive in France before the end of this year.
I sure am coming up with a comparison video with Niro EV, the latest one. Is there anything in particular you think I should concentrate when making the video?
@@CarSceneKorea Thanks for getting back to me. Yes please. I have driven the Niro EV and the new Kona, both cars have a more composed ride than the e-Niro, especially the Kona which I thought was very comfortable and smooth riding. At my age comfort and NVH of the vehicle is important,😊 although the e-Niro is quite good it is an 'early days' EV and things have moved on. I would also be interested to know about the type of battery and who the supplier is for the EV3, which will be made in Europe at the plant in Slovakia as I understand it.
On Europe it is not really cheap but it does have almost everything you would expect. Few reviewers have said that back doors don't open that wide (example put child seat on).
Which tires did this one have? I’ve ordered an EV3 with 17 inch tires. You’re sitting pretty high up. Looking forward to receiving it in February 2025. As always very informative review from you 👍 Already saw your previous review 😎
It had 19s. Not sure which brand of tires it had though. I did lower the seat all the way down, which I mostly do with in test drives. The seat might have been a bit upright though.
@@CarSceneKorea Thank you very much for your reply. 😀 No problem at all, just curious. Will enjoy this car very much once I receive it. You did as well. Keep up the good reviews 👍
Good that you mention the protective film on the dashboard. Other reviews on YT do not (always) mention it and then one might get the impression that the dashboard has a lot of glare.
Hi there been looking forward to you doing a first drive video so it was in English. I have a current Ev6 and thinking of one of these as my car is bigger than we really need so my question is what is the ride like by comparison with my car. I’m looking forward to seeing it in the metal at the launch event here in the uk later this year.
Any news on the EV5? Would assume that it will first become available in South Korea and then some months later in Germany. EV3 also looks really nice, but I think my family and I will need the additional space of the EV5.
Thank you for your video. Is it possible to have a deeper analysis about the infotainment system? I mean is it possible to have Spotify or UA-cam installed somehow ofc not using Android auto or Apple carplay?
Yes, UA-cam and other OTT streaming services are available from the onboard ccNC system. The available apps though would differ depending on the market.
Great review! Went to the UK reveal yesterday and was very impressed by the car, so much so that I put down a deposit for delivery in late November 2024! 😎 The only two things I could find that bugged me were the strange sliding ironing board (!) thing in between the front seats (I’d much rather have seen a storage cubby hole under the hinged arm rest … why does it even hinge if there’s nothing underneath it!?), and also having the heated and ventilated seat controls by the door handle … with the shiny buttons, it’s really hard to see which symbol is which. They should have put the buttons on the … sliding ironing board thing I reckon 😄 Still, small gripes for another otherwise amazing car 😎👍🏻 I look forward to hearing your thoughts once you’ve done some longer distance drives! Have you driven the previous e-Niro or Niro EV by the way? I’d love to know how the EV3 compares in terms of ride comfort / realistic range as that’s what I have at the moment. Thanks again! 🙏🏻 PS. Some really nice unexpected treats from Kia that I wasn’t aware of - double-glazed front windows, wireless CarPlay, 360 camera, tilting rear seats, dual-level boot … very nice!
Your comment alone is another great review of EV3! Thanks for sharing, thoughtful insights I see. That sliding ironing board haha is actually gone on lower trims and hence that hinge, put together the heated/ventilated seats' location due to the same reason. Yes, I've driven all Niro thus far and I will be comparing EV3 to Niro EV :)
@@CarSceneKorea- thanks for your reply! Looking forward to your comparisons with the Niro 😀👍🏻 Interesting that they’ve removed the ironing board in lower trim levels! What is there instead?
@@CarSceneKorea Oh interesting! I wonder if I can have a lower trim level for the arm rest and a higher trim level for the rest of the car?! 🤣 I really don’t see what purpose that sliding board serves 🤷🏻♂️… it’s too hard for an arm rest, too small and awkward an angle for working on (eg. on a laptop) … I just don’t get it … have you spoken to any Kia reps about it? What do they say it’s for? Thanks!
People tend to spend more time in a stationary EV compared to ICE, so many designers try to foster the time spent inside the car hence the table, I assume :)
Are the OTA limited to infotainment updates? For example ev9 in europe is limited and you still need a dlvisit to the dealership to install updates related to the car
OTA is capable of updating more than just infotainment related software, but HMG hasn't been actively using other updates indeed. Vehicle dynamics related update can also be done, technically.
Your hand health is a nice video. What are the interior trim options of the car? Can you try the car in environments such as off road? Can you include the automatic parking assistant assistant in the scope of the review.
Many Ioniq 5 and other EV models as taxis in Helsinki too, since two years ago at least. Taxis going EV in increasing numbers, it just makes sense from taxi financials point of view, as well as emissions reductions.
As a passenger, EV taxis are terrible. The drivers don't understand regen braking, so any time they lift off of the accelerator, the car feels like it's braking hard. Imagine going through that 10 times a minute. Terrible.
Thank you for the video ! It’s great and i really waiting for the long test drive. Please make a test with an iphone and tmap to see if directions can be show on the hud !
@@CarSceneKorea 😭thank you so much for the test. It’s up to iOS or android to open more their system, because it works with stock app (apple maps for iphone and google maps for android phone) but seems android is more open, it works with waze or tmap
I would love to know how the car was constructed, and repairability compared to other Kia's or ICE cards. Because insurance companies in the US are totalling EVs for even minor accidents. Things like a fender bender could total a $50,000 vehicle.
@@CarSceneKorea I think I’m misunderstood. I meant when you’re talking about the battery capacity of EV3 you can also say the battery capacity of rivals. For performance and size as well. I didn’t mean a comparative drive test :)
I sure am coming up with a comparison video with Niro EV, the latest one. Is there anything in particular you think I should concentrate when making the video?
Great review! There´s a lot of expectation around this car. If they nailed the price, they won't be able to produce them fast enough specially in all the Kia markets where Tesla is not available.
Cant Wait for your Next Long Term testing video, by the way, dont you have any information about the suspension set up n ground clearance of the EV3? And which manufacture of the battery, I think those will be somethings important for customers to consider , anyway keep up the good works💪
Thanks for a great video! Think the car looks awsome! In the front it looks like a Stormtrooper 😁 I would like to know a little bit more about the sound system. How does i sound? How is the bass? How many speakers and so on. Differens when you play by AA vice BT? Thanks for sharing.
Love your videos about KIA! Super excited for the KIA EV3. One question: how much is the EV3 GT Line there in Korea? So i can have a glimpse of what to expect here in southern Europe.
Standard: 44.30M KRW ($32,458 USD) Long Range: 48.50M KRW ($35,535 USD) Very rough and direct currency conversion from Google. After all tax benefits, subsidies, etc. you can get in Korea.
I rarely see anyone cover comfort of the middle rear seat. For families of 5 with older children. Can you address this category? For current Ioniq 5 and EV6s, I noticed the folded up rear arm rest is a bit hard on the back and not comfortable at all. But kudos on the great review of the EV3!
Efficiency seems awesome. There is a car in the US that will hopefully come out next year called Aptera. I am looking forward to seeing it's miles per kWh when it releases.
It needs to be something special, because the new Tesla Model Y for 2025, is going to also have around 350 miles of range minimum and priced under 40,000 USD with battery size around 95 Kilowatts,
Please compare the diffent editions. Normally when you guys make at test its the most expensive edition. Please remember to talk about the cheaper ones.
Bonjour. Super travail que tu réalisés. Je te suis régulièrement depuis la France et j´aime beaucoup tes vidéos. Merci beaucoup d´autant plus qu´on a la traduction française sous titrée d´origine . Merci encore pour ton travail, à bientôt.
Merci d'avoir regardé depuis la France et d'avoir utilisé les sous-titres ! Bien qu'il s'agisse de traductions automatiques, je travaille méticuleusement sur les sous-titres anglais originaux pour fournir la meilleure traduction possible. Thank you for watching from France and for using the subtitles! Although they are automated translations, I work meticulously on the original English subtitles to provide the best translation possible.
Hello, very nice video! Do you know the price of EV9 and EV3 in Korea? In Finland EV9 pays 86.700 Euros. I could compare the prices and make a good quess of EV3 in Finnland.
Great content, thank you. I haven’t watched the whole video (yet), but I have a few questions I hope you answered here or you could answer in the long term video. For context, we own a Tesla and a Zoe, so we know how you can make an EV right (Tesla) or wrong (Zoe). The Zoe is great if you can charge it at home but has serious issues like the inability to arbitrarily turn on HVAC and find the cabin at a decent temperature. Also you cannot run the AC while charging. So the first questions would be those: can you start the HVAC at any time from the app? Can you run the HVAC while charging? Then we’d love to see some self driving on the motorway, possibly with lane changes (that I believe the car has). Sorry for the wall of text, hope to watch the new video soon!
I will test those out on my next test drive. As for the HVAC, it always has been possible to have it running while charging and also run it using your smartphone ever since the E-GMP chassis and platform. HMG EVs before that, I didn't really have my hands on them, so no clue.
@@CarSceneKoreaamazing, thanks. About OTA updates, does the car have WiFi or those come via cellular? That is a big issue with our Renault, of course no problem with the Tesla. And apologies for what may sound like noob questions, but I never researched KIA products.
I really like the design. It would be awesome with AWD. And it's weird the EV5 has been so slow to roll out. That seems to be to optimal sized vehicle for families.
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Am i right from what you are saying that this car gets 423 to 453 miles of range?
This car has grown on me A LOT!!
You are not alone 😎
it's pretty ugly (personal), and on all the piano black you will see every scratch. Alfa Romeo Junior and 2022 Renault Captur are far more beautiful, but also less capable as EV. Renault Scenic is alternative but a bit more expensive.
Currently using the 1st edition (1st generation) E niro here in the UK (I'm a taxi driver of 27 years and a Huge kia fan boy 😂 58 years old and on my 5th kia so far) just past 110,000 miles with the Niro and whilst the EV3 looks a good niro replacement I'm waiting for the EV5! Thanks for all you're videos mate I was a CC myself before the pandemic. Cheers
I guess it's because you've had 5 Kia thus far with your current one having 110,000 miles on it, but what's the reason for looking into EV3 as your replacement?
@@CarSceneKorea I don’t want the EV3 I want the EV5 mainly because I want a much higher driving position not to mention much more boot and interior space like the 2nd generation Sedona I owned from 2007. We have terrible speed humps here in the UK and I’m hoping the EV5’s width between the wheels is like the sedona passing over them as all vehicles wear their tyres out prematurely going over them. Cheers
@@CarSceneKoreaI live in the Netherlands and I get the ev3 in January I can’t believe you have it now!
Beauty of living in the mother country of the manufacturers + reason why I started my channel :)
Korea is land of speedbumps and HMG does one of the finest jobs against speed bumps ;)
Your channel is awesome for Hyundai/ Kia/ Genesis fans in the United States. It’s like you come in from the future to show us what to expect! Thank you 😎👍
Thanks for the comment, I've started my channel with that in mind five years ago, but I won't complain. Absolutely love connecting with my viewers and where I am now + where I will be! 🚀
I agree. Excellent channel! Nobody else does a better job with reviews and test drives.
I don't believe there are H/K/Genesis fans in the states, though I'm driving Hyundai Sonata 😅
Agreed, excellent for Canadians also!
The EV3 is the first car ever that I actually, actively could see myself saving up for. I really want one. Sure there are other more snazzy cars, but there’s something about the EV3 that just speaks to me. I really want one, lol. Gonna book a test drive as soon as it becomes available here in Norway. Thanks for the early impression, mate.
Thanks for the comment, you will love the EV3 :)
Me2. I am just waiting for the test drive in Norway too ^^
I’m from taiwan and I just love the way you speak English,pronouns and describe things so precisely. There’s no doubt KIA and Hyundai has the best quality and competitive EV right now.
Glad you like it! 👍
The sad part?
Your english & diction is better than many of my fellow Americans 😢
As he’ll have learned English, not American English 😉
DK might be an American and later moved to Korea or was born in Korea, lived in the US, and then moved back. DK offers great connect so does Motorgraph.
A Good English speaker.
Sounds like a jab at your fellow Americans. Not cool.
I appreciate the compliment; there's no need for comparison. I know you meant no harm.
Want one in Germany asap. Thanks for the Video.
My pleasure! 🙌
Kia is doing a preview display in September throughout Germany. Get the details on the DE website. I’m coming from another country to DE in September specifically for this.
@@negrumanuel It will be worth the travel, enjoy!
My father could already check it out today near Kiel in northern Germany. But I don`t know where its next stop will be. He likes the car and is thinking about ordering one then.
I've been waiting for your video! THANK YOU! 🙏🏻
Sorry it took some time, I will come up with an exhaustive review soon!
EV3 is gonna eat up all of the market that the EX30 was supposed to take 😂. Good job Kia releasing the EV3 sooner rather than later!
there are sooo many fantastic KIA models that we want in europe!
I want a 2025 KIA Retona!
ive seen this car driving around and couldnt beleive actually what i saw, just beautifull in real life! And i probably think the designer of this car is a big Starwars fan like me. THis white colour in particular with the piano black touches added to it, for me it resembles alot starwars stormtrooper :D
Couldn't agree more! Glad you like it! 👍
Went to an EV3 event yesterday here in the U.K. and it’s stunning!! Can’t wait for a test drive later on.
It was the GT S line, the only thing it didn’t do what I saw in your previous video, the back seats don’t move back.
Sadly also no blue available for the GT line, but pistachio looks very nice.
I manage 6-6.5 miles per k/w quite often in the U.K. in my current Eniro from 2021 (the older model still). Curious to see what this one will do. I don’t use the AC that often or if I don’t I hardly ever put it on auto climate but rather just turn the AC on so it still cools but used way less power trying to cool as quick as possible.
I think you will easily do over 8 km/kWh. I will definitely find those out on my long distance drive video.
Thanks for sharing your first drive with quite a lot of info 👍Per (Denmark)
More coming!
Usually, I am never a fan with oem wheels that come with a new car regardless of ev or gasoline. But the wheels on this EV3 really works well and look great👍
Agreed! 💯
KIA sells a lot of cars in Europe. The KIA eNiro is a very popular EV. Had a test drive with the 2019 model a couple of weeks ago. Amazing car, very comfortable and very well thought out! Looking forward to see the EV3 in the showroom in October!
I am definitely coming up with the EV3 & Niro EV comparison video :)
Requests for your long term review:
1. MyDrive mode review
2. Harmon Kardon stereo
3. Speed bumps and bad pavement handling and ride
4. What options do you recommend?
I get a test drive on Friday afternoon in an Earth Long-range. Let's compare notes.
I assume you are in Korea? If not, where else is the EV3 available now? 💥
Will find those out on the next test drive for sure.
@@CarSceneKorea yes we live in Pyeongtaek
Self-drive test drive today. Wow. KIA has done a great job packing in the features for this price point. I don’t feel like it was lacking for anything and there was more than expected. Most of the cost for an EV goes to the battery and unless you’re buying a top-end car, the interior and comfort features are lacking or cheaply done. But somehow KIA has struck the perfect balance of price, range, and features. I think this will be the type of car that’s going to set the standard for other manufacturers and a car that will get people who were hesitant about buying EVs to buy one.
In my drive, I was mostly interested in NVH, handling and ease of parking in a garage. We had it for an hour and I wish it could have been a little more but, it was good enough to convince me that we had made a good choice in making the purchase contract and giving up the GV60.
It’s smooth over rough roads and irons out the many speed bumps on the roads in my area. And, that’s with the 19” wheels so, I think the 17” wheels will be even better. It was very quiet inside and the HK stereo was excellent.
Acceleration was excellent in eco and normal modes and in sport mode really pushes you back in your seat! However, this is where I have my biggest concern: when accelerating quickly, the steering gets very light and the car wanders in its lane. I did not like that feeling of losing control.
I ran it in I-pedal mode and, in regen level 3, it stopped itself so one-pedal driving is possible.
An hour isn’t long enough to figure out all the features but I got through enough to decide that the EV3 is winner. Can’t wait to get my own but I’m waiting about six months so they can find a fix any early production problems.
Looking forward to seeing your long-term review. If you’re ever in Pyeongtaek, let me know.
Thanks for sharing, I can actually relate to everything you've said. I will fill up the blank with my long-term & distance test drive happening in a few days. I'm actually driving it down to Busan from Seoul, will be doing 100% to 1% driving distance test as well. I actually seldom visit Pyeongtaek, I've been to Humphreys to display my Z for auto event and such, got some military and army friends as well.
The EV3 sadly has the same HUGE ISSUE that also BYD cars have: The CHARGING-PORT on the FRONT RIGHT! In Germany (and other countries in Europe) we have millions of older narrow private garages, where you have to park very close to the right wall in order to be able to open and get out of the driver's door on the left. That's why it's IMPOSSIBLE to reach the charging-port on the front right! We have a wallbox in the garage and PV at the roof, but can't buy the EV3 because of its charging-port position.
Would the center positioned charging port be more favored in that case then? The port has to be in the half front of the vehicle due to the architecture.
@@CarSceneKorea Yes, every other position should work. Front center or left side. The problem with the right side position is that you have to walk next to the car in order to reach the port there, but this is impossible when you have to park close to the right wall in order to get out of the car on the left (driver's door).
Wow! That is an amazing range! Hope this comes to the US soon!
maybe in city and slow driving. it is still a brick so higher speeds will drop range by a lot.
I will soon find that out, starting with 100% to 1% range test and over 800km test drive!
You need to look at the aerodynamic test numbers..the fact that it appears to you to be a brick is immaterial. It’s all about the cd. You can have that shape and have good numbers.
HMG did that with Santa Fe and this EV3 as well. It indeed is all about Cd :)
YEEES! The video I was waiting for! You convinced me to get the EV3 as soon as its available next year in my country (Canada). Thanks for the video!
Good choice! I will come up with a few more vids on the car 🚗
Thanks for a great first drive video - was feeling your enthusiasm. Great that you pointed out and showed the infotainment and driver cluster screen reflections being solely from the in-transit plastic screen protectors.
Thank you! I sure will take those off on my next long distance test drives 😅
Hi from Türkiye. I'm excitedly waiting for this car to arrive here.
I sure do hope so! 🇹🇷
Hello!!! my name is Javier and I'm writing from Spain, I'm a fan of yours for a long time and I watch all the videos you post, I also thank you that I can read what you say in Spanish, you are the only one who does it, thanks again. I am passionate about cars and I have worked for Citroën and Nissan, and currently I am a loss adjuster.
I am really impressed with this EV3, I think that in Europe for sure it will succeed, and in Spain too. Kia in Spain was in 2023 the third best-selling brand with about 7% of the market.
What do you think of the future EV4, I had a few years ago a KIA RIO four doors and was delighted with it for the value for money, I love the design of Kia more than the Hyundai, and I am eager to see in EV4, I want an electric vehicle with sedan body, do you have any more data about this future model????
Thank you and keep it up.
Thanks for the love and support. I really appreciate that. It’s also great hearing that Kia is doing great in Spain. I don’t really go over speculations about cars. I only focus on cars that are actually revealed and focus on information that is solid and precise from manufactures. I have over 40 different language, subtitles and closed captions. Really appreciate that you’re using it 🙌
EV3 & Fisker are the two most exquisite looking new electric designed cars
Hey CarSceneKorea. Coming to 서울 tomorrow ! In a hurry to test drive this car. Thanks for your revues.
Hope you enjoy it!
We love you in the states!! Been watching you for a year plus BUT don’t always comment. Just want to show you some love! I’ve watched probably all your Genesis ones and a lot of Hyundai and Kia ones too! Keep it up! I came to Korea a few months ago and I was like oh man what if I meet Him randomly! Haha
I used to live in LA, often visited K-town 😉 Would be quite interesting if someone actually does recognize me on the streets in the States lol. Thanks for the comment!
Watching from the U.K., this is a great video. Nice one!
Glad you like it! 👍
Nice I have been waiting for this car!going to have a test drive next week
I guess you are in Korea?
Pre-ordered a EV3 GT Line S yesterday. Sunset orange. No heat pump. Replacing my almost 3 year old e-Niro 4+.
What made you replace the e-Niro to this EV3? Would help with my next video a lot!
@@CarSceneKorea I find it alot more stylish than the Niro EV. The latest Niro doesn't do it for me. Tailgate looks too much like an old Ford Focus. The rest of the car just looks too bland for my taste. It is also longer than the old e-Niro and I can only just fit that into my garage.
@@wattoukwhy do you buy cars every 3 years 😂
Where did you order it?
I wish I had that kind of money to replace cars like I replace phones lol. One day...One day...
@@mmuller2402In the UK SMMT figures show that only 1 sale in every 11 of an electric vehicle is a private sale.
Most EVs are business purchases for the tax relief, fleet vehicles for a particular operator say a car rental
company, or some sort of through work lease scheme so not owned - salary sacrifice.
At 40k -60K for a well spec’d EV a handful of retirees and other people with access to a windfall are making purchases with a view of probably keeping their vehicle a long time.
Until parity of price and parity of range between ICE and EVs mass adoption is on pause. The average person in the UK doesn’t work for enough money to buy an EV at £40-£60K and I include myself in that a double graduate with a good job just over national average salary and I’ve only been able to afford a GV60 which I’ve had two years from accessing a private pension early (windfall if you like).
In the UK the Zero Emission Vehicle Mandate now in effect which will fine manufacturers for not meeting annual targets of a particular percentage of all their sales (22% in 2024, 25% next year and so on until 80 in 2030) being EV (£15,000 per non-EV vehicle) will bring down new sale prices as manufacturers try to courage sales to avoid penalties, will bring down 2nd hand EV prices and couple this with improvements in manufacturing technique, improved tech lowering battery prices and economy of scales and more competition as more brands and models becoming available I think the EV market is looking bright- in 12 month as we end the first year of the mandate we’ll start to see some great purchase deals!
But as an average person if do decide buying an EV rather than leasing is for you I would recommend the best spec you can afford (OTA capability, heat pump, fast charging speed, big battery, full suite of driving assists and cameras) with a view to future proofing it as best as you can and with a plan to keep it a long time.
Just my thoughts.
I’m waiting for this car thanks a LOT.
My pleasure 🙌
The EV3 is at the top of my list when I trade the Tucson PHEV in next year. Hope I can afford the GT Line, love the car.
Thank you for sharing. If possible, could you also share your experience with night driving?
Coming!
Love it. Thanks
Love it!!
Glad you like it!
Thank you for the review! Could you try to put a rear facing baby seat and check then the passenger legroom? Thanks in advance!
I will try my best.
Thanks for this and hello from a 5 year plus e-niro owner in France. I will be interested to see what you think of the ride/comfort on a long trip as well as the efficiency. We love our e-Niro after 106,000 km, reliable, comfortable and efficient but not a 'ground up' EV design of course. Love the look of the EV3 which should arrive in France before the end of this year.
I sure am coming up with a comparison video with Niro EV, the latest one. Is there anything in particular you think I should concentrate when making the video?
@@CarSceneKorea Thanks for getting back to me. Yes please. I have driven the Niro EV and the new Kona, both cars have a more composed ride than the e-Niro, especially the Kona which I thought was very comfortable and smooth riding. At my age comfort and NVH of the vehicle is important,😊 although the e-Niro is quite good it is an 'early days' EV and things have moved on. I would also be interested to know about the type of battery and who the supplier is for the EV3, which will be made in Europe at the plant in Slovakia as I understand it.
On Europe it is not really cheap but it does have almost everything you would expect. Few reviewers have said that back doors don't open that wide (example put child seat on).
I shall try fitting a child seat.
Another fantastic review 🏆🥇 the only EV I’d purchase 😍 I’m obsessed 🤭
Cheers 🙌
Increíble, creo que lo cambiaré por mi Kia Sportage phev,eso sí,en 3o 4 años, gracias por el vídeo un coche muy bonito y con gran calidad ❤
Indeed. Glad you like it!
¡En efecto! ¡Me alegro de que te guste!
Really appreciate the videos of the EGMP cars!! 😎👍
Covered all of them indeed 😎
Which tires did this one have? I’ve ordered an EV3 with 17 inch tires. You’re sitting pretty high up.
Looking forward to receiving it in February 2025. As always very informative review from you 👍 Already saw your previous review 😎
It had 19s. Not sure which brand of tires it had though. I did lower the seat all the way down, which I mostly do with in test drives. The seat might have been a bit upright though.
@@CarSceneKorea Thank you very much for your reply. 😀 No problem at all, just curious. Will enjoy this car very much once I receive it. You did as well.
Keep up the good reviews 👍
Good that you mention the protective film on the dashboard. Other reviews on YT do not (always) mention it and then one might get the impression that the dashboard has a lot of glare.
@@stefan2796 I did not have any glare issue with EV3 throughout my 1,000km test drive :) Working on the edit!
Hi there been looking forward to you doing a first drive video so it was in English. I have a current Ev6 and thinking of one of these as my car is bigger than we really need so my question is what is the ride like by comparison with my car. I’m looking forward to seeing it in the metal at the launch event here in the uk later this year.
It sure does feel "different," but I shall come up with more details in my next video after a few hundred kilometres of driving :)
Oh KIA you are treating us!!
Any news on the EV5? Would assume that it will first become available in South Korea and then some months later in Germany. EV3 also looks really nice, but I think my family and I will need the additional space of the EV5.
EV5 first debuted in China, still yet to come to Korean market.
Thank you for your video. Is it possible to have a deeper analysis about the infotainment system? I mean is it possible to have Spotify or UA-cam installed somehow ofc not using Android auto or Apple carplay?
Yes, UA-cam and other OTT streaming services are available from the onboard ccNC system. The available apps though would differ depending on the market.
💯This car has to be exported to other countries around the world
Its a great car🌱.
Thanks for the info. I appreciate it.
Any time!
I love this car and l want one😀
Great review! Went to the UK reveal yesterday and was very impressed by the car, so much so that I put down a deposit for delivery in late November 2024! 😎
The only two things I could find that bugged me were the strange sliding ironing board (!) thing in between the front seats (I’d much rather have seen a storage cubby hole under the hinged arm rest … why does it even hinge if there’s nothing underneath it!?), and also having the heated and ventilated seat controls by the door handle … with the shiny buttons, it’s really hard to see which symbol is which. They should have put the buttons on the … sliding ironing board thing I reckon 😄
Still, small gripes for another otherwise amazing car 😎👍🏻
I look forward to hearing your thoughts once you’ve done some longer distance drives!
Have you driven the previous e-Niro or Niro EV by the way? I’d love to know how the EV3 compares in terms of ride comfort / realistic range as that’s what I have at the moment.
Thanks again! 🙏🏻
PS. Some really nice unexpected treats from Kia that I wasn’t aware of - double-glazed front windows, wireless CarPlay, 360 camera, tilting rear seats, dual-level boot … very nice!
Your comment alone is another great review of EV3! Thanks for sharing, thoughtful insights I see. That sliding ironing board haha is actually gone on lower trims and hence that hinge, put together the heated/ventilated seats' location due to the same reason. Yes, I've driven all Niro thus far and I will be comparing EV3 to Niro EV :)
@@CarSceneKorea- thanks for your reply! Looking forward to your comparisons with the Niro 😀👍🏻 Interesting that they’ve removed the ironing board in lower trim levels! What is there instead?
A conventional arm rest + storage.
@@CarSceneKorea Oh interesting! I wonder if I can have a lower trim level for the arm rest and a higher trim level for the rest of the car?! 🤣
I really don’t see what purpose that sliding board serves 🤷🏻♂️… it’s too hard for an arm rest, too small and awkward an angle for working on (eg. on a laptop) … I just don’t get it … have you spoken to any Kia reps about it? What do they say it’s for?
Thanks!
People tend to spend more time in a stationary EV compared to ICE, so many designers try to foster the time spent inside the car hence the table, I assume :)
Are the OTA limited to infotainment updates? For example ev9 in europe is limited and you still need a dlvisit to the dealership to install updates related to the car
OTA is capable of updating more than just infotainment related software, but HMG hasn't been actively using other updates indeed. Vehicle dynamics related update can also be done, technically.
Your hand health is a nice video. What are the interior trim options of the car? Can you try the car in environments such as off road? Can you include the automatic parking assistant assistant in the scope of the review.
Check ✓
이 영상도 잘보고 갑니다 :)
Soon i can see the car live and measure the ground clearance myself 🙂
Some people should really thank Tesla Bjorn for all the good tips he gave you on how to test a car
4:35 Ioniq 5 as a taxi is such a flex
We have a lot of IONIQ 5 and EV6 as taxis, there actually is a taxi trim here in Korea ;)
Many Ioniq 5 and other EV models as taxis in Helsinki too, since two years ago at least. Taxis going EV in increasing numbers, it just makes sense from taxi financials point of view, as well as emissions reductions.
As a passenger, EV taxis are terrible. The drivers don't understand regen braking, so any time they lift off of the accelerator, the car feels like it's braking hard. Imagine going through that 10 times a minute. Terrible.
Thank you for the video ! It’s great and i really waiting for the long test drive. Please make a test with an iphone and tmap to see if directions can be show on the hud !
Unfortunately not 😥
@@CarSceneKorea 😭thank you so much for the test. It’s up to iOS or android to open more their system, because it works with stock app (apple maps for iphone and google maps for android phone) but seems android is more open, it works with waze or tmap
I would love to know how the car was constructed, and repairability compared to other Kia's or ICE cards. Because insurance companies in the US are totalling EVs for even minor accidents. Things like a fender bender could total a $50,000 vehicle.
Thanks from Harry in the U.K. for the informative & entertaining video......I've ordered my EV3 gt line S for collection in October!
Glad to help 🙌
green circles are welcome
Great video! In the next one I would like to see it compared to competitors. Rangewise, powerwise and accessorywise.. thank you
Niro EV on the way!
@@CarSceneKorea not just Kia competition but like Volvo ex30, mini countryman etc.
@@akyelli Only if I had the resources..!
@@CarSceneKorea I think I’m misunderstood. I meant when you’re talking about the battery capacity of EV3 you can also say the battery capacity of rivals. For performance and size as well. I didn’t mean a comparative drive test :)
Thank you. I read somewhere that the AC Charger can be upgraded to 22kw as an option. Do you know anything about that?
First time hearing such, have never heard of such "upgrade" from a Korean spec model at least.
EV3, EV6 and EV9. Cant wait for EV12
Wonder how big that will be 🧐
@@CarSceneKorea about 3 inches bigger.
I’d love a comparison between EV3 & Ioniq 5. I’m probably going to buy one or the other.
Can't wait to be sold in Indonesia.. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
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Rear view iron man vibes ❤
I hear you 🤩
How would you compare the driving experience between the EV3 and the Niro EV? Is the EV3 as happy to spin the front tyres as the Niro EV?
I sure am coming up with a comparison video with Niro EV, the latest one. Is there anything in particular you think I should concentrate when making the video?
Is there lumbar support and how good is it? Is the 360 view only available on the GT Line S or is it also available on the GT Line?
Can you save seat and mirror positions at driver's profiles and do they get automatically switched based on driver's account in the Kia app?
I want this car! ❤ I know when it's THE car when I don't care what color it is😂
Think you might even love the EV3 color I had long term test drive with!
Would love to trade my 2021 Niro hybrid for the EV3 but concerned that it maybe a bit to wide for UK parking spaces and minor roads.
I will have the sizes for you comparing the EV3 to Niro EV.
Great review! There´s a lot of expectation around this car. If they nailed the price, they won't be able to produce them fast enough specially in all the Kia markets where Tesla is not available.
Cant Wait for your Next Long Term testing video, by the way, dont you have any information about the suspension set up n ground clearance of the EV3? And which manufacture of the battery, I think those will be somethings important for customers to consider , anyway keep up the good works💪
I have done test driving EV3. Currently working on the edit. I will post it as soon as possible!
It’s so cute!!
Thanks for a great video!
Think the car looks awsome!
In the front it looks like a Stormtrooper 😁
I would like to know a little bit more about the sound system.
How does i sound? How is the bass? How many speakers and so on.
Differens when you play by AA vice BT?
Thanks for sharing.
Thanks for the idea!
Love your videos about KIA! Super excited for the KIA EV3.
One question: how much is the EV3 GT Line there in Korea? So i can have a glimpse of what to expect here in southern Europe.
The GT-Line is 47k, the GTPlusLine is 49k over here in the Netherlands. They should probably between 2.5k-5k cheaper in Southern Europe.
Standard: 44.30M KRW ($32,458 USD)
Long Range: 48.50M KRW ($35,535 USD)
Very rough and direct currency conversion from Google.
After all tax benefits, subsidies, etc. you can get in Korea.
Could you do a charge curve test on a DC fast charger?
Great car. Should do really well.
Great review! It seems like an interesting alternative to the Volvo EX30....when the price is released here in Sweden
Fingers crossed! Hope Kia give us a competitive pricing on this beauty!
fascinating vehicle
I rarely see anyone cover comfort of the middle rear seat. For families of 5 with older children. Can you address this category? For current Ioniq 5 and EV6s, I noticed the folded up rear arm rest is a bit hard on the back and not comfortable at all. But kudos on the great review of the EV3!
Thanks for the question, added on the list :)
Efficiency seems awesome. There is a car in the US that will hopefully come out next year called Aptera. I am looking forward to seeing it's miles per kWh when it releases.
Just finished 1,000km test drive with EV3. Stay tuned 😎
Between LR EV3 vs SR IONIQ 5 which one is a better choise (they are same price in my country
I'd go with EV3 unless you need the space IONIQ 5 provides.
Awesome review. But I am hating today's cars going rampant deign DRLs and alloys. Please give a simple spoke design alloys like Tesla's sports wheels.
It needs to be something special, because the new Tesla Model Y for 2025, is going to also have around 350 miles of range minimum and priced under
40,000 USD with battery size around 95 Kilowatts,
50000 euros for the GT model in Germany.
Two downsides are slow DC charging and no 22KW AC charging. Another issue could be the noise level. I would prefer a rear wheel drive EV.
There are higher numbered EV series from Kia that meets such checklist, but it sure'd be nice to have them all.
This review is all over the place.
Yep, as I've said in the video 🥰
Cant wait to see next episode with EV3! Just wondering if this would be a proper replacement from my Ioniq Electric 38 kWh that Im driving right now ?
@@januszpodgajny9903 this would definitely be a step up from the Ioniq electric in almost every way except price
I am pretty sure it will be an upgrade from that car before even test driving it on long distances.
뉘 집 아들인지 몰라도 잘해요! 잘해! 아주 잘해요!! 😁 thank you for the great review!!
예..김해 김씨 집안.. 감사합니다 🤣
Please compare the diffent editions. Normally when you guys make at test its the most expensive edition. Please remember to talk about the cheaper ones.
I always want to, but test drive cars available are mostly loaded ones for the obvious reason 😭I'll try my best!
I wish the Kia EV5
was in the North American market. I think they will sell more than the EV3.😢
계기판과 네비화면 사이에 공조 디스플레이가 들어가서 그런지 알차게 이쁘네요
시승하면서는 크게 못느꼈는데, 편집하다가 눈에띄는 디스플레이 주변 앰비언트 라이트도 전체적인 EV3 디자인과 너무 잘 어울린다고 느꼈습니다! 말씀 주신 부분도 공감합니다 🥰
Sound insulation and wind noise would be great to know more about.
Sure thing. I will also include the highway!
How is the ground clearance vs an Ioniq 5? Does it seem bigger overall?
It's smaller than IONIQ 5, it's nearly the same size-wise to Kia Seltos & Hyundai Kona.
i like the ev5 better, especially that 2 tier shelf in the trunk...still like the overall styling of my '23 ev6 though.😋
No doubt the EV6 is bigger brother :)
Bonjour.
Super travail que tu réalisés.
Je te suis régulièrement depuis la France et j´aime beaucoup tes vidéos.
Merci beaucoup d´autant plus qu´on a la traduction française sous titrée d´origine
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Merci encore pour ton travail, à bientôt.
Merci d'avoir regardé depuis la France et d'avoir utilisé les sous-titres ! Bien qu'il s'agisse de traductions automatiques, je travaille méticuleusement sur les sous-titres anglais originaux pour fournir la meilleure traduction possible.
Thank you for watching from France and for using the subtitles! Although they are automated translations, I work meticulously on the original English subtitles to provide the best translation possible.
Are Korean EV3 stock built also in China?
Hello, very nice video! Do you know the price of EV9 and EV3 in Korea? In Finland EV9 pays 86.700 Euros. I could compare the prices and make a good quess of EV3 in Finnland.
I'll get back to this on my Q&A.
Great content, thank you.
I haven’t watched the whole video (yet), but I have a few questions I hope you answered here or you could answer in the long term video.
For context, we own a Tesla and a Zoe, so we know how you can make an EV right (Tesla) or wrong (Zoe).
The Zoe is great if you can charge it at home but has serious issues like the inability to arbitrarily turn on HVAC and find the cabin at a decent temperature. Also you cannot run the AC while charging.
So the first questions would be those: can you start the HVAC at any time from the app?
Can you run the HVAC while charging?
Then we’d love to see some self driving on the motorway, possibly with lane changes (that I believe the car has).
Sorry for the wall of text, hope to watch the new video soon!
I will test those out on my next test drive. As for the HVAC, it always has been possible to have it running while charging and also run it using your smartphone ever since the E-GMP chassis and platform. HMG EVs before that, I didn't really have my hands on them, so no clue.
@@CarSceneKoreaamazing, thanks. About OTA updates, does the car have WiFi or those come via cellular? That is a big issue with our Renault, of course no problem with the Tesla.
And apologies for what may sound like noob questions, but I never researched KIA products.
I really like the design. It would be awesome with AWD. And it's weird the EV5 has been so slow to roll out. That seems to be to optimal sized vehicle for families.
Coming to many markets :)