NEW 2025 KIA EV3 REVIEW | BEST SMALL FAMILY EV?

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The Kia EV3 is presented as a compelling compact family EV, successfully scaling down the larger EV6 and EV9 formula. The reviewer highlights its unique exterior design, practical features like a 460L electric boot, and a spacious interior for its class, even for taller passengers. The cabin is praised for its modern yet functional layout, featuring a dual-screen setup, physical controls for climate and volume, and ample storage, including a practical three-pin plug socket. The top-spec GT-Line S model, with an 81 kWh battery, offers a WLTP range of up to 361 miles, though real-world winter driving indicates closer to 285-290 miles, averaging 3.1-3.5 miles/kWh. Despite this discrepancy, the reviewer finds the range and charging capabilities (up to 127.5 kW) more than adequate for daily use. Driving dynamics are described as comfortable and refined, akin to its larger siblings, with helpful features like blind-spot cameras. The overall verdict is overwhelmingly positive, with the reviewer struggling to find significant criticisms and concluding it's a "really good car" that happens to be electric, making it a strong contender in the small family EV segment.