Kia’s EV3 could be one of the new generation of electric models that kick-starts the electric revolution in Ireland. It’s available at a temptingly affordable price point, with two battery options that offer ranges from the perfectly acceptable to the genuinely long-legged, and it has cool styling plus a roomy and high-tech interior. Seriously, what’s not to like?

Kia EV3 Tech Specs

Model featured	Kia EV3
Official WLTP range between charges	426-563km
Battery details (usable capacity)	55/78kWh lithium-ion
Electric motor details	150kW single motor
Fastest recharging rate	128kW on DC, 11kW on AC
Energy consumption	14.9-16.2 kWh/100km
Maximum power output	204hp
Maximum torque output	283Nm
0-100km/h	7.5-7.9 seconds
Towing capability	1,000kg
Kerb weight	1,800-1,930kg