2027 Kia EV3 so as to add AWD flagship in Australia

The 2027 Kia EV3 lineup will see the introduction of a dual-motor all-wheel drive flagship, in keeping with a leaked dealer bulletin obtained by CarExpert.

Set to be priced from $66,490 plus on-road costs – or simply $2500 greater than the GT-Line FWD – the Kia EV3 GT-Line AWD brings improvements to acceleration and braking performance, in addition to a “bespoke suspension and steering package”.

System outputs increase to 195kW/385Nm from 150kW/283Nm, cutting the 0-100km/h claim from 7.9 seconds to six.6s. Range, naturally sees a slight hit, with 559km of WLTP-certified driving range quoted versus 563km for the single-motor FWD equivalent.

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The dealer bulletin also notes upsized brakes in comparison with the GT-Line FWD, while the bespoke suspension tune and steering software map likely gives a more sporting feel.

It’s otherwise familiar GT-Line fare, with standard equipment otherwise unchanged for the dual-motor version – meaning highlights reminiscent of 19-inch alloys, LED projector-type headlights, Harman Kardon premium audio, in addition to heated and ventilated front seats.

With that in mind, CarExpert understands the confirmation of only the GT-Line AWD could spell a dead-end for the EV3 GT in Australia, given it is not mentioned anywhere within the dealer bulletin and doesn’t offer all that rather more power and performance.

Revealed in January, the Kia EV3 GT gets a more powerful 145kW front electric motor, which brings total system power to 215kW. The 0-100km/h time is cut further to five.7 seconds, with GT-specific features including virtual gearshifts, electronically controlled suspension, performance tyres, in addition to unique exterior and interior styling.

Kia EV3 sales are going much stronger in Australia up to now this 12 months, with 2658 units registered through the January-June period – a rise of 130.5 per cent.

It trails the larger EV5 by a pair hundred units (2951, up 6.7 per cent), but is now the second best-selling small SUV in over $45,000 VFACTS segment, behind only the BMW X1/iX1 range (2669, down 0.8 per cent).

Kia’s dealer bulletin doesn’t confirm national drive-away (D/A) pricing for the brand new flagship EV3, but for reference the EV3 GT-Line FWD is currently on offer from $68,490 D/A until July 31, 2026.

Stay tuned to CarExpert for more information following an official announcement from Kia Australia regarding the 2027 Kia EV3 lineup.

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*Drive-away prices valid until July 31, 2026