2025 Kia EV3 - 2025's World Car of the Year
Experience the future of electric driving with the 2025 Kia EV3 Light LR, proudly crowned the 2025 World Car of the Year. This compact electric SUV seamlessly blends cutting-edge technology, sustainable design, and exceptional performance, setting a new benchmark in its class.
Performance & Efficiency
Built on Kia's advanced Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), the EV3 Light LR features an 81.4kWh battery paired with a 150kW electric motor delivering 283Nm of torque. This setup propels the vehicle from 0 to 100 km/h in just 7.5 seconds, reaching a top speed of 170 km/h. With a WLTP-rated range of up to 605km, range anxiety becomes a thing of the past. Fast-charging capabilities allow the battery to recharge from 10% to 80% in approximately 31 minutes, ensuring you're back on the road swiftly.
Innovative Design & Technology
The EV3's bold exterior, influenced by Kia's 'Opposites United' design philosophy, features sleek lines and a dynamic silhouette. Inside, the cabin offers a spacious, minimalist environment crafted from sustainable materials. A near-30-inch panoramic display integrates a 12.3-inch digital cluster, a 5-inch climate control panel, and a 12.3-inch infotainment screen, all powered by Kia's latest ccNC interface. Features like wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, over-the-air updates, and an AI-powered voice assistant enhance the driving experience.
Practicality & Comfort
Designed with everyday usability in mind, the EV3 offers seating for five and ample storage, including a 25-litre front trunk and a 460-litre rear cargo space. The interior boasts a sliding centre console with storage solutions, ambient lighting, and ultra-comfortable seats with a relaxation mode. Vehicle-to-load (V2L) functionality allows you to power external devices, adding versatility to your journeys.
Safety & Assurance
Equipped with advanced safety features such as forward collision-avoidance assist, lane-keeping assist, and highway driving assist, the EV3 ensures peace of mind on every trip. In New Zealand, it comes with Kia's comprehensive seven-year/150,000km warranty, reflecting the brand's commitment to quality and customer satisfaction.Embrace the electric revolution with the 2025 Kia EV3 Light LR-a vehicle that combines innovation, sustainability, and practicality in one exceptional package.
Southland Vehicle Sales have been proudly serving Southland since 1992, holding the Kia franchise since 1999, we have seen thousands of satisfied customers join the Kia family.
With our fantastic team providing each and every customer with the care they deserve, our experienced and knowledgeable staff work together with you to find the right car for your needs at the right price!
- After Sales Service and warranty repairs are available through our highly skilled Service Department. We even give your car an exterior clean when it comes in for service!
- Our Knowledgeable team will also take care of all your parts and accessories requirements to give your vehicle the personal touch.
We have an onsite Business Manager who can tailor any finance/lease package to suit your lifestyle. We can also accept trade-ins from almost anywhere in New Zealand.
Should you need transport within NZ we can also make arrangements for you at very affordable prices.
For that extra security and peace of mind we also have a range of purchasable warranties over 12, 24 and 36 months.
Come on in and see us, take a look around and get to know our dedicated team over a coffee, we we'd love to meet you!
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