Kia EV3 teased prior to its global debut later this month
9 May 2024, 09:48:23
Kia EV3, the brand's new compact EV SUV, has been teased in three images. They showcase the bold, geometric, and robust aspects of the exterior design while highlighting its dynamic styling. These qualities are emphasized by the boxy rear fenders and tailgate, as well as EV3's signature Star Map lighting, which imbue the vehicle with a strong, futuristic identity.
The EV3 design stems from the same principles used to sculpt Kia's flagship EV9 SUV. Kia's globally acclaimed Opposites United design philosophy is the foundation for continuity throughout the brand’s model range and gives the freedom for each vehicle to express its unique character.
Aiming to broaden the accessibility of electric mobility following the introduction of the multi-award-winning Kia EV6 and EV9 models, the EV3 is a compact yet comprehensively equipped EV SUV that offers outstanding performance through its incorporation of innovative technologies.
Set to extend Kia’s EV offering and deliver the elevated customer experience from the brand’s flagship models to the compact SUV segment, the EV3 will accelerate the global EV transition by providing a more accessible solution for customers considering the switch to electric mobility.
The new Kia EV3 will go on sale later this year following the car's global world premiere, which will be live-streamed on the Kia Worldwide YouTube channel on May 23rd at 19:00 KST (10:00 GMT / 12:00 CET).

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Complete specifications of EVs, grouped according to their brand and year
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Specifications of some of the most interesting and anticipated EVs.

2026 Porsche Macan GTS
Doors: 5, Seats: 5
Length: 189.2 in / 4805 mm
Width: 76.9 in / 1952 mm
Height: 63.5 in / 1613 mm
Curb weight: 5280.07 lb / 2395 kg
Location: Rear
Location: Front
Battery: 100 kWh, Voltage: 800 V

2026 Porsche Macan Turbo
Doors: 5, Seats: 5
Length: 188.3 in / 4784 mm
Width: 76.3 in / 1938 mm
Height: 63.8 in / 1621 mm
Curb weight: 5302.12 lb / 2405 kg
Location: Rear
Location: Front
Battery: 100 kWh, Voltage: 800 V

2026 Porsche Macan 4S
Doors: 5, Seats: 5
Length: 188.3 in / 4784 mm
Width: 76.3 in / 1938 mm
Height: 63.8 in / 1621 mm
Curb weight: 5169.84 lb / 2345 kg
Location: Rear
Location: Front
Battery: 100 kWh, Voltage: 800 V

2026 Cadillac Optiq
Doors: 5, Seats: 5
Length: 189.8 in / 4820 mm
Height: 64.7 in / 1644 mm
Curb weight: 5238.18 lb / 2376 kg
Location: Rear
Location: Front
Battery: 75 kWh

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Dual Motor
Doors: 4, Seats: 5
Length: 190.7 in / 4845 mm
Width: 79.1 in / 2008 mm
Height: 60.4 in / 1534 mm
Curb weight: 5191.89 lb / 2355 kg
Electric motor #1: 200 kW, 343 Nm, Location: Rear
Electric motor #2: 200 kW, 343 Nm, Location: Front
Battery: 100 kWh, Voltage: 400 V

2026 Polestar 4 Long Range Dual Motor
Doors: 4, Seats: 5
Length: 190.7 in / 4845 mm
Width: 79.1 in / 2008 mm
Height: 60.4 in / 1534 mm
Curb weight: 5191.89 lb / 2355 kg
Electric motor #1: 200 kW, 343 Nm, Location: Rear
Electric motor #2: 200 kW, 343 Nm, Location: Front
Battery: 100 kWh, Voltage: 400 V

2026 Polestar 3 Performance
Doors: 5, Seats: 5
Length: 192.9 in / 4900 mm
Height: 63.5 in / 1614 mm
Curb weight: 5564.47 lb / 2524 kg
Location: Rear
Location: Front
Battery: 106 kWh, Voltage: 800 V

2026 Polestar 3 Dual Motor
Doors: 5, Seats: 5
Length: 192.9 in / 4900 mm
Height: 63.5 in / 1614 mm
Curb weight: 5489.51 lb / 2490 kg
Location: Rear
Location: Front
Battery: 106 kWh, Voltage: 800 V

2026 Polestar 3 Rear Motor
Doors: 5, Seats: 5
Length: 192.9 in / 4900 mm
Height: 63.9 in / 1622 mm
Curb weight: 5103.7 lb / 2315 kg
Electric motor: 245 kW, 480 Nm, Location: Rear
Battery: 92 kWh, Voltage: 800 V

2025 Polestar 3 Performance Pack
Doors: 5, Seats: 5
Length: 192.9 in / 4900 mm
Height: 63.5 in / 1614 mm
Curb weight: 5685.72 lb / 2579 kg
Electric motor #1: 197 kW, 455 Nm, Location: Rear
Electric motor #2: 183 kW, 455 Nm, Location: Front
Battery: 111 kWh, Voltage: 400 V

2025 Polestar 3 Long Range Dual Motor
Doors: 5, Seats: 5
Length: 192.9 in / 4900 mm
Height: 63.5 in / 1614 mm
Curb weight: 5685.72 lb / 2579 kg
Electric motor #1: 187 kW, 420 Nm, Location: Rear
Electric motor #2: 173 kW, 420 Nm, Location: Front
Battery: 111 kWh, Voltage: 400 V

2026 Polestar 2 Performance Pack
Doors: 5, Seats: 5
Length: 181.3 in / 4606 mm
Width: 73.2 in / 1859 mm
Height: 58.0 in / 1473 mm
Curb weight: 4739.94 lb / 2150 kg
Electric motor #1: 215 kW, 490 Nm, Location: Rear
Electric motor #2: 135 kW, 250 Nm, Location: Front
Battery: 82 kWh, Voltage: 400 V

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor
Doors: 5, Seats: 5
Length: 181.3 in / 4606 mm
Width: 73.2 in / 1859 mm
Height: 58.2 in / 1479 mm
Curb weight: 4739.94 lb / 2150 kg
Electric motor #1: 200 kW, 490 Nm, Location: Rear
Electric motor #2: 110 kW, 250 Nm, Location: Front
Battery: 82 kWh, Voltage: 400 V

2026 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor
Doors: 5, Seats: 5
Length: 181.3 in / 4606 mm
Width: 73.2 in / 1859 mm
Height: 58.2 in / 1479 mm
Curb weight: 4563.57 lb / 2070 kg
Electric motor: 220 kW, 490 Nm, Location: Rear
Battery: 82 kWh, Voltage: 400 V

2025 Polestar 2 Performance Pack
Doors: 5, Seats: 5
Length: 181.3 in / 4606 mm
Width: 73.2 in / 1859 mm
Height: 58.0 in / 1473 mm
Curb weight: 4739.94 lb / 2150 kg
Electric motor #1: 215 kW, 490 Nm, Location: Rear
Electric motor #2: 135 kW, 250 Nm, Location: Front
Battery: 82 kWh, Voltage: 400 V

2025 Polestar 2 Long Range Dual Motor
Doors: 5, Seats: 5
Length: 181.3 in / 4606 mm
Width: 73.2 in / 1859 mm
Height: 58.2 in / 1479 mm
Curb weight: 4739.94 lb / 2150 kg
Electric motor #1: 200 kW, 490 Nm, Location: Rear
Electric motor #2: 110 kW, 250 Nm, Location: Front
Battery: 82 kWh, Voltage: 400 V

2025 Polestar 2 Long Range Single Motor
Doors: 5, Seats: 5
Length: 181.3 in / 4606 mm
Width: 73.2 in / 1859 mm
Height: 58.2 in / 1479 mm
Curb weight: 4563.57 lb / 2070 kg
Electric motor: 220 kW, 490 Nm, Location: Rear
Battery: 82 kWh, Voltage: 400 V

2026 Polestar 2 Performance Pack
Doors: 5, Seats: 5
Length: 181.3 in / 4606 mm
Width: 73.2 in / 1859 mm
Height: 58.0 in / 1473 mm
Curb weight: 4739.94 lb / 2150 kg
Electric motor #1: 215 kW, 490 Nm, Location: Rear
Electric motor #2: 135 kW, 250 Nm, Location: Front
Battery: 82 kWh, Voltage: 400 V