Kia India EV3
Electric compact SUV · 4W · Launched 2026
₹15.0 Lakh (expected)
Ex-showroom India
Range
501 km
Battery
58.3 kWh
Top speed
170 km/h
Charge
8 hr
Power
204 bhp
Seats
5
Overview
Kia's upcoming compact electric SUV on the E-GMP platform. 501 km range at an expected ₹15L — the most range-per-rupee proposition.
Best for
Buyers wanting maximum range from a global brand at a competitive price point
Pros & cons
+Pros
- 501 km range at ₹15L — exceptional value
- E-GMP platform — proven globally
- Kia design and quality
- 350kW charging capable
−Cons
- Not yet launched in India
- Kia pricing in India can be surprising
- FWD only likely
- Competition fierce by 2026
Key features
Safety features
Known issues & how ev.care helps
Important: These issues were reported in earlier production batches and have largely been addressed by Kia India in newer models through OTA updates and manufacturing improvements. If you experience any of these, ev.care's certified technicians can diagnose and resolve them — often in a single visit.
Not yet launched
Reported in earlier models — Kia India has released fixes for newer batches.
ev.care covers all Kia India EVs — our technicians are DIYguru-certified on Kia India platforms. We've completed thousands of Kia India repairs across Delhi (expanding to 30+ cities by 2027).
Buying considerations
- 1E-GMP is the same platform as EV6/Ioniq 5 — proven
- 2Wait for India pricing — could be more than expected
All specifications
Battery & charging+
| Battery capacity | 58.3 kWh |
|---|---|
| Range (ARAI) | 501 km |
| Charge time (0-100%) | 8 hours |
| Fast charge | 10-80% in 29 min (350kW) |
| Battery warranty | 8 years / 0 km |
| Battery repurchase | No |
Performance+
| Top speed | 170 km/h |
|---|---|
| Power | 204 bhp |
| Torque | 283 Nm |
| Motor type | PMSM |
| Drive type | FWD |
Dimensions+
| Kerb weight | 1640 kg |
|---|---|
| Ground clearance | 175 mm |
| Boot space | 460 litres |
| Seating | 5 seats |
On-road price by city
Estimated on-road price of Kia India EV3. Actual price may vary by dealer and variant. Includes RTO + insurance + handling.
| City | Ex-showroom | RTO | Insurance | On-road (est.) |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Delhi | ₹15.00 Lakh | ₹60,000(4%) | ₹52,500 | ₹16.27 Lakh |
Mumbai | ₹15.00 Lakh | ₹1.65 Lakh(11%) | ₹52,500 | ₹17.32 Lakh |
Bengaluru | ₹15.00 Lakh | ₹1.20 Lakh(8%) | ₹52,500 | ₹16.88 Lakh |
Hyderabad | ₹15.00 Lakh | ₹1.35 Lakh(9%) | ₹52,500 | ₹17.02 Lakh |
Chennai | ₹15.00 Lakh | ₹1.20 Lakh(8%) | ₹52,500 | ₹16.88 Lakh |
Pune | ₹15.00 Lakh | ₹1.50 Lakh(10%) | ₹52,500 | ₹17.18 Lakh |
Ahmedabad | ₹15.00 Lakh | ₹90,000(6%) | ₹52,500 | ₹16.57 Lakh |
Kolkata | ₹15.00 Lakh | ₹75,000(5%) | ₹52,500 | ₹16.43 Lakh |
Estimates based on standard RTO rates. EV-specific exemptions may apply in some states. Contact dealer for exact on-road pricing.
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ev.care expert verdict
Based on real service data from ev.care's 2,500+ EV repair network and hands-on evaluation.
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Kia India EV3
₹15.0 Lakh (expected)
Bottom line
The Kia India EV3 scores 7.3/10 overall. Best suited for: Buyers wanting maximum range from a global brand at a competitive price point. Key strength: 501 km range at ₹15l — exceptional value. Main consideration: not yet launched in india.
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