2027 Kia EV3
Wind (FWD) FWD
What the Wind (FWD) adds over the Light (+$5,100)
| Spec | Light | Wind (FWD) |
|---|---|---|
| Rear brake diameter | 284 mm | 300 mm |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4008 lbs | 4195 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3836 lbs | 4048 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4982 lbs | 5192 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 127 mpg | 131 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 115 MPGe | 117 MPGe |
| MPG (highway) | 103 mpg | 104 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $29,890 | $34,990 |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 81.4 kWh Battery, Auto pop-out aero flush outside front door handles, Battery Heater, Driver 10-Way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Lumbar, Driver Height-Adjustable Front Seats, electric, Driver Power Lumbar Support (Air-Cell Type), Heated Front Seats (3-Step)
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 305 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 300 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | epb |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 26.1 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 5.9 in |
| Overall height | 62 in |
| Overall length | 169.3 in |
| Overall width | 72.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.5 in |
Engine Basics
| Engine type (full description) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 201 hp |
| Torque | 209 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 131 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 117 MPGe |
| MPG (highway) | 104 mpg |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 40 in |
| Third-row headroom | 37.6 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.7 in |
| Third-row legroom | 37.4 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $34,990 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 56.8 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 55.1 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Rack and Pinion with C-MDPS |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 17.0 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | Macpherson Strut |
| Rear suspension type | Multi-link |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 11.55:1 |
| Transmission speeds | 1 |
| Transmission type | automatic |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 4195 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 4048 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 5192 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 17 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety34 std · 0 opt
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go
- Forward Collision Avoidance (FCA) with Car/ Pedestrian / Cyclist detection - Junction Turning
- Lane Following Assist 2 (LFA 2)
- Rear Cross‑Traffic Collision‑Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
- Dual front advanced airbags
- Dual front seat-mounted side airbags
- Full-length side curtain airbags
- Highway Driving Assist (HDA)
- Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
- Rear View Monitor (RVM) with switch
- DBC (Downhill Brake Control)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Dual rear seat-mounted side airbags
- Safe Exit Warning (SEW)
- 3-point Front Seat Belts
- Antilock Brakes System (ABS)
- Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist (BCA)
- Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Auto Hold
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Front Seat Belt Buckle Sensor
- Front Seat Belt Height Adjuster
- Front Seat Belt Pretensioners
- Front Seat Belt Reminder
- Hands On Detection (HOD) steering wheel
- High Beam Assist (HBA)
- Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
- ISOFIX Child Anchor System
- Integrated Electric Booster (IEB)
- Intelligent Speed Limit Assist (ISLA)
- Rear Seat Belt Pretensioners (Outboard Seats)
- Rear Seat Belts (3‑Point, Center and Outboard)
- Steering-Wheel Mounted Cruise Controls
- Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
- Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) - high line
Infotainment7 std · 0 opt
- 12.3-inch navigation (ccNC) display unit with Navigation, HD Radio and SiriusXM
- Bluetooth® Hands‑Free Connectivity
- Over‑The‑Air Software Updates (OTA)
- Steering‑Wheel Mounted Audio Controls
- Telematics Mobile Unit (TMU)
- USB‑C Ports, 3 Front and 2 Rear
- Voice Recognition
Convenience2 std · 0 opt
- Power passenger window with auto up/down
- Power driver window with auto up/down
Climate4 std · 0 opt
- Automatic Air Conditioner (Auto‑Dry Function)
- Dual‑Zone Automatic Climate Control with Auto Defogging System and 5‑inch Touchscreen Climate Panel
- PTC Heater
- Rear Seat Air Vents (Console‑Mounted)
Seating14 std · 0 opt
- Heated Front Seats (3-Step)
- Driver Power Lumbar Support (Air-Cell Type)
- 60/40 Split-Folding Rear Seat
- Driver 10-Way Power Adjustable Front Seats with Lumbar
- Driver Height-Adjustable Front Seats, electric
- Front Headrests (Up and Down, Fore and Aft)
- Passenger Height-Adjustable Front Seats, pumping type
- Rear Center Armrest with Cup Holders
- Rear Center Headrest (Fixed)
- Rear Headrests (Outboard, Up and Down)
- Reclining Rear Seatbacks
- Regular Seat Type
- Seat Belt Color, black
- Standard Front Seatback Material
Interior13 std · 1 opt
- Bottle holders, 2 front and 2 rear lower door panel
- Cupholders, 2 front lower center console and 2 rear center arm rest
- Fabric trim roof
- Floor console arm rest
- Glove box with damper
- LED Luggage Compartment Lamp
- LED Map and Room Lamps
- Passenger Seatback Pockets
- Two-spoke, SynTex (two-tone) steering wheel
- Cloth trim roof optional
- Day/Night Inside Rearview Mirror
- Illuminated extendable sunvisor vanity mirrors with ticket holder
- Manual tilt and telescoping steering column
- Carpeted Floor Mats
Exterior25 std · 7 opt
- 17‑inch Alloy Wheels
- Acoustic windshield
- Auto pop-out aero flush outside front door handles
- Black beltline
- Black wheel arches
- Body Color rear-view mirror cap
- Conventional windshield wiper blade
- Daytime Running LED Lights (DRL)
- EV3 (left lower tailgate)
- Gloss black roof rails, flush type
- Heated privacy back-lite glass with timer
- Hidden type outside rear door handles
- LED Headlamps
- LED Rear Combination and center lamps
- LED Turn Signal Indicators (Outside Mirrors)
- LED and bulb Rear Combination lamps
- Power Adjustable Heated Outside Mirrors
- Roof spoiler (Integrated HMSL)
- Satin chrome matte bumper
- Satin chrome matte lower door garnish
- Tire Mobility Kit (TMK)
- 19‑inch Alloy Wheels optional
- Gloss black beltline optional
- Gloss black bumper optional
- Gloss black lower door garnish optional
- Gloss black outside rear-view mirror cap optional
- Gloss black roof rails, bridge type optional
- Sound-Absorbing Foam Tires optional
- Auto light control headlights
- Privacy rear side glass
- LED High Mounted Stop lamp (HSML)
- Mud Guards
Powertrain7 std · 0 opt
- FWD
- 1‑Speed Automatic Transmission
- 81.4 kWh Battery
- Battery Heater
- Drive Mode Select (DMS) with Eco, Normal, Sport, My Drive and Snow modes
- On‑Board Charger (11.5 kW)
- Regenerative Braking Paddles
Chassis4 std · 0 opt
- Column-Motor Driven Power Steering (C-MDPS)
- Hydraulic twin tube Shock Absorber
- MacPherson Strut Front Suspension
- Multi‑Link Rear Suspension
Cargo3 std · 0 opt
- 2‑Position Adjustable Cargo Floor
- Cargo Net Hooks
- Underfloor Storage Organizer Tray
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2027 EV3. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the Wind (FWD)
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2027 Kia EV3 Wind (FWD)?
The manufacturer lists $34,990 for the 2027 Kia EV3 Wind (FWD). That is $5,100 above the Light, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2027 Kia EV3 Wind (FWD) add over the Light?
Against the Light, 7 features become standard that the Light does not and 8 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.