As electric vehicles have become more prominent nationwide, your Jim Butler Kia crew is excited about various models that have shown drivers just how efficient and capable the segment is! The Kia EV3 was the latest subject of a thorough test drive on the Tomsguide auto blog, and it was quickly declared to be one of the best electric vehicles the editor had driven to date.
Tom's favorite feature of the EV9 was its' head-turning and very futuristic looks. The EV3 uses the same hard and very angular design lines as its older sibling, just in a more compact size that many drivers are currently after. The EV3 foregoes the third-row seating that the EV9 offers, which provides more room for the trunk. The EV3 also features a dashboard layout identical to what so many review professionals have loved with the EV9, which includes a very wide panorama display and an incredibly crisp Harman Kardon Sound System.
Kia’s ambient lighting designs have gotten even better over the past few years, and the EV3 boasts the weekend-warrior-ready option of customizable colors for all of the lights. Drivers with brand-new purchases have relayed their thoughts back to us at Jim Butler Kia of St. Louis and have claimed that they wished touchscreen controls were a bit more straightforward. With the EV3, Kia’s new AI Assistant technology provides the benefit of instant and very accurate voice control.
It was the most efficient and convenient of its type in any EV that Tom has tested, with tasks such as setting cabin temperature handled in a flash. This will no doubt be excellent when quickly finding entertainment options and navigation support on the go. Another area where the EV3 will continue to stand out is its larger size, along with an estimated range of 300 miles.
The Tesla Model Y is one of the EV3’s standout and sworn rivals, and we believe that the EV3 will dominate the race strongly due to its great features and low price. Rushed commuters and students alike will love the “Vehicle to Load” features onboard, offering the benefit of powering small appliances such as a hairdryer or coffee maker while you are parked. Juice is sourced from an 81.4-kWh battery, which is up from the typical 77.4-kWh battery found in the EV3’s relatives.
The EV3 will also be the first production car to use Kia’s new i-Pedal 3.0 tech which allows you to adjust regenerative braking levels during one-pedal driving. The four very cool new available colors will be Aventurine Green, Frost Clue, Shale Grey, and Terracotta. Another high-tech advancement that will allow for a worry-free drive experience is the Electric Dynamic Torque Vectoring Control, which improves traction and stability against elements such as cold weather. The EV3 will be capable of hitting 60 mph in just 7.5 seconds, and maintain a top speed of 105 mph.
