NYIAS 2026: Kia exhibits EV3 as competitive entry-level EV On April 1, the all-new 2027 Kia EV3 made its North American debut at the New York International Auto Show as an affordable, entry level EV SUV within a compact footprint. The EV3 will be available in five trim levels: Light, Wind, Land, GT-Line, and GT when it goes on sale in in the U.S. in late 2026, with pricing to be announced closer to launch. Based on the company’s 400V Electric G...

News  Updated at: 2026/04/02

Kia unveils EV2 and three new GT electric models at 2026 Brussels Motor Show On January 9, Kia revealed the EV2, a new electric B-segment SUV, marking Kia’s entry point vehicle into its expanding electric vehicle lineup, at Brussels Motor Show 2026. The Kia EV2 will be produced at Kia’s Žilina plant in Slovakia. The production will begin with the standard-range version in February 2026, followed by the long-range and GT-line variants from J...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/12

Kia Europe announces GT portfolio expansion at 2026 Brussels Motor Show On January 9, Kia Europe announced the expansion of its GT portfolio at the 2026 Brussels Motor Show with the debut of three fully electric performance models: the EV3 GT, EV4 GT, and EV5 GT. The new GT lineup integrates upgraded hardware with a dedicated EV GT ecosystem, including exclusive drive modes, electronically managed chassis systems, adaptive digital lighting, custo...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/12

Kia UK reports record-breaking sales performance in 2025 On January 6, Kia UK announced a record-breaking sales performance in 2025, with 113,436 vehicle registrations, placing the brand as the fourth best-selling automaker in the UK with a 5.6% market share. Retail registrations rose 19% y-o-y, supported by strong demand across combustion, hybrid, and electric models. The Sportage remained Kia’s top-selling model in the UK and ranked as the co...

News  Updated at: 2026/01/07

Kia to stage world premiere of EV2 SUV at 2026 Brussels Motor Show On December 2, Kia announced that it will unveil the EV2, an all-electric B-segment SUV for Europe, at the Brussels Motor Show, on January 9, 2026. The Kia EV2 features stylish design with modern technology, smart EV features, and a spacious, flexible interior. The vehicle will be designed, developed, and produced in Europe. Additionally, Kia will showcase the sporty and dynamic...

News  Updated at: 2025/12/02

Kia to launch 6 models in Brazil in 2026 On November 19, it was reported that Kia Brazil President José Luiz Gandini announced the company’s largest-ever product offensive in the country, with six new models set to debut in 2026. Among the upcoming launches are the Tasman, Kia’s first-ever pickup, and the fully electric EV3 SUV. The lineup also includes the new K4 sedan and hatchback with a 1.6-liter turbo engine, the all-electric PV5 commer...

News  Updated at: 2025/11/27

Kia expands charge service to 1 million points across Europe with enhanced EV app features On October 20, Kia announced that its Charge service, now offering access to one million charging points across 27 European countries, including over 55,000 in UK. The expansion makes charging easier and more reliable for drivers of Kia’s electric models such as EV3, EV4, EV5, EV6, EV9, and PV5. The new Kia App simplifies charging by combining Kia Connect...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/22

Kia Europe publicly trials cell-level battery passport technology On October 9, Kia Europe announced that it is conducting the first public trial of a battery passport at a cellular level as preliminary research. A battery passport enables live State of Health (SoH) tracking, real-time repair diagnostics, and end-to-end traceability across the battery’s lifecycle.  For the trial, Kia is using a Kia EV3 equipped with a Dukosi battery cell monit...

News  Updated at: 2025/10/09

IAA Mobility 2025: Kia presents full electric portfolio On September 9, Kia Europe announced its return to IAA Mobility 2025 in Munich, presenting its full electric portfolio to the European public under the theme “Windows of Inspiration.” The brand aims to reaffirm its commitment to sustainable mobility and strengthen its presence in Europe’s growing EV market. Visitors will have the chance to test drive several models, including the EV3, ...

News  Updated at: 2025/09/10

LG to provide WebOS automotive content platform for new Kia models in Europe On July 16, LG Electronics (LG) announced that its webOS-based Automotive Content Platform (ACP) will power in-car streaming for Kia Corporation’s new European models. Debuting on the recently introduced EV3, the platform will also be extended to the upcoming EV4, EV5, and new Sportage.  The automotive-optimized webOS offers drivers and passengers instant access to a ...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/16

Kia unveils all-electric EV5 SUV in Korea, global launch set for 2025 On July 8, Kia launched the Kia EV5, a fully electric C-segment SUV, joining the Kia’s expanding EV lineup, which includes the EV3, EV4, EV6, and EV9. The new Kia EV5, built on Hyundai’s electric vehicle (EV) architecture, measures 4,610 mm in length, 1,875 mm in width, and 1,675 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,750 mm. It is offered with two nickel-cobalt-manganese (NCM...

News  Updated at: 2025/07/09

Euro NCAP rates 9 cars on assisted competence and safety backup On May 21, Euro NCAP announced ratings of 9 vehicles based on assistance competence and safety backup. The lineup includes Kia EV3, MAZDA CX-80, MG ZS, Porsche Macan, Renault 5, Tesla Model S, Toyota bZ4X, Volvo EX30, and XPENG G9. Kia EV3 (with 74%), Porsche Macan (with 85%), Renault 5 (with 73%), and Toyota bZ4X (with 83%) all earned a ‘Very Good’ rating in Euro NCAP’s Assist...

News  Updated at: 2025/06/04

Nexen Tire to supply OE tires for Kia EV4 South Korea’s Nexen Tire Co., Ltd. will start supplying its all-season tires, the N’FERA Supreme S, to Kia Corporation as original equipment (OE) tires for the EV4, electric sedan. The N’FERA Supreme S is designed with optimized load distribution technology and a 4D compound. It offers enhanced grip and maintains stability during long-distance and high-speed driving, thereby reducing the driver's fa...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/30

Nexen Tire, Korea to supply OE tires for Kia EV4 On May 28, Nexen Tire announced that it will supply its all-season tire, the N’FERA Supreme S, as original equipment (OE) for the Kia EV4 electric sedan. The N’FERA Supreme S was chosen for the Kia EV4 to meet the specific performance, such as high torque, low noise, and precise handling. It features advanced technologies like a 4D compound and optimized load distribution for better grip and st...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/28

Dacia, Ford, MG, Opel/ Vauxhall, Peugeot, Renault, Tesla, Voyah, and Volkswagen for crash protection, crash prevention, and post-crash safety. Seven models earned top 5-star ratings, i.e., Audi A5 PHEV, Audi Q5, Volkswagen Tayron, MG MGS5 EV, Tesla Model 3, Toyota C-HR PHEV, and Voyah Courage. The Kia EV3 also got 5 stars when fitted with an optional safety pack. Four-star ratings went to the electric Renault 4, Ford Tourneo Custom (including EV...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/21

Kia launches EV3 model in Ecuador On May 12, Kia Ecuador officially launched the EV3, a fully electric SUV that reinforces the brand’s leadership in sustainable mobility. Powered by a high-density battery, the EV3 Wave version offers a range of over 600 km. It supports fast charging, recovering 80% of the battery in about 30 minutes. It has four driving modes and is equipped with the iPedal 3.0 system for one-pedal driving and efficient energy ...

News  Updated at: 2025/05/15

Kia introduces AI-powered voice assistant across Europe, starting with EV3 On April 17, Kia announced that it is launching its AI-powered voice assistant, called AI Assistant, across Europe, following its introduction in the Korean and US markets last year. The AI Assistant enables users to talk to their Kia in a natural, conversational way and helps them easily access and understand their car’s features. The AI Assistant understands voice comm...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18

ride. Also, the company lowers the resonance generated during driving by using its Noise Reduction System (NRS), which uses sound-absorbing materials. Using these technologies, Nexen Tire supplies original equipment tires for electric vehicles, such as the Hyundai Ioniq 6, the Hyundai Kona EV, the Kia EV3, the Kia EV4, the Kia EV6, and the Kia EV9. (From a press release on April 14, 2025)...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/18

Webasto supplies battery and roof system for Kia EV3 Webasto announced that it is producing traction batteries and openable roof systems for the new Kia EV3. Both components are produced in South Korea, the roof at the Ulsan plant, and the battery in Dangjin plant. Webasto is supplying two battery versions for the e-SUV: with 58.3 and 81.4 kilowatt-hours (kWh). Webasto now produces up to 1,000 battery packs a day for various electric vehicles of ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/16

Kia to strengthen growth engines through launch of new EV, PBV and pickup models On April 9, Kia Corporation (Kia) shared its mid-to-long-term business strategies and growth strategies for new products at its CEO Investor Day held in Seoul, Korea. Kia has set its global wholesale sales targets at 3.22 million units for 2025, 3.75 million units by 2027, and 4.19 million units by 2030. The company aims to achieve a global market share of 4.5%. Of t...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/10