The all-electric Kia EV3 wins 2025 World Car of the Year! Here’s why this compact SUV is making headlines worldwide with tech, design & 600km range.


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In a jaw-dropping moment at the 2025 New York International Auto Show, the Kia EV3 was named the World Car of the Year—and rightfully so. This all-electric compact SUV is not just another EV on the block. It’s rewriting the rulebook of electric mobility with style, smarts, and serious substance.

From cutting-edge design to mind-blowing range and AI integration, the EV3 is a bold statement from Kia that screams: “We’re not done innovating yet!”

🚗 What Makes the Kia EV3 So Irresistible?

The EV3 might be compact in size, but it's massive in impact. Here’s what got the 96-member global jury talking:

600km driving range on a single charge

Charges from 10–80% in just 31 minutes

Built on the ultra-efficient E-GMP 400V platform

Powered by a punchy 150kW electric motor

Features AI Assistant, OTA updates & ADAS tech

Twin 12.3-inch screens + 5.3-inch climate control panel

Bold, futuristic design inspired by the flagship EV9

Kia’s Winning Streak: 6 Global Awards Since 2020

Kia’s trophy cabinet is overflowing—and the EV3 just made space for another crown. Here’s the dynasty so far:

EV3 – 2025 World Car of the Year

EV9 – 2024 World Car + Electric Vehicle

EV6 GT – 2023 World Performance Car

Telluride – 2020 World Car of the Year

Soul EV – 2020 World Urban Car

The EV3 blends the best of Kia’s electric legacy with features that feel straight out of the future.

Beyond Electric: The EV3 Is Smart, Stylish, and Sustainable

Kia didn’t just build a car—they built a connected, AI-powered lifestyle companion. From highway driving assist to over-the-air software upgrades, the EV3 feels more like a smartphone on wheels.

And with sustainability at its core, Kia's EV3 proves you don’t have to compromise to drive green.

FAQ

The Kia EV3 offers a driving range of up to 600km on a full charge.

It charges from 10% to 80% in just 31 minutes using fast charging.

Global rollout details will follow, but it's expected to hit major markets including the US, Europe, and select parts of Asia in 2025.

Kia has not officially revealed the pricing yet, but it’s expected to be positioned competitively within the compact EV SUV segment.

While the EV9 is a larger flagship SUV, the EV3 is a compact version packed with flagship features in a more city-friendly size.

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