Kia is about to put the smallest member of its EV-badged lineup on sale, with the EV3 joining the range alongside the big EV6 and bigger EV9. It’s a compact electric crossover, and a rival to the likes of Ford’s upcoming electric Puma, the Jeep Avenger and the Fiat 600e. It should be one of the more affordable EV models around. Inside, there’s a gorgeous cabin made largely from recycled materials featuring neat fold-out tables. There will be two battery pack sizes - 56kWh and 79KWh - with the largest capable of a range of up to 560km. Sadly, the EV3 won’t get the ultra-fast 800-volt charging of the bigger EV6 and EV9, however.

Kia EV3 Tech Specs

Model featured	Kia EV3
Official WLTP range between charges	410-560km
Battery details (usable capacity)	56-79kWh lithium-ion
Electric motor details	150kW single motor
Fastest recharging rate	128kW on DC
Energy consumption
Maximum power output	204hp
Maximum torque output	283Nm
0-100km/h	7.4-7.7 seconds
Towing capability
Kerb weight