Kia shows off small cars in NY: The 2027 EV3 and 2027 Seltos Hybrid

Key Points:

• Kia unveiled two new 2027 models at the New York Auto Show: the EV3 electric SUV and a hybrid version of the Seltos compact SUV, responding to consumer demand for smaller vehicles.
• The EV3 features a 400 V E-GMP platform with battery options of 58.3 kWh (220-mile range) and 81.4 kWh (up to 320 miles), supports fast charging, vehicle-to-load, and vehicle-to-home capabilities, and offers AWD options with up to 288 hp.
• Its infotainment system, shared with the EV9, is over-the-air updatable and includes customizable themes from Disney, National Geographic, NBA, and FIFA, along with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
• The new Seltos hybrid combines a 1.6 L turbocharged engine with an electric motor for front-wheel drive and optional AWD, featuring advanced driver assistance systems and the same customizable infotainment interface.
• Both the EV3 and Seltos hybrid are scheduled for US sales launch in late 2026, with pricing and detailed fuel economy figures to be announced closer to release.