KIA EV3 Light 2025 vs Ford “Model T moment”

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thumb image KIA EV3 Light 2025 US$ 33,000
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thumb image Ford “Model T moment” US$ 35,000

BASIC INFO

Brand KIA Ford
Model EV3 Light 2025 Midsize 4-door electric pickup (first vehicle on Ford’s Universal EV Platform)
Vehicle Type Electric Electric pickup (midsize)
Trims Light, Wind, and GT-Line TBD
Release Date September 2025 2027 (targeted)
Status Coming Soon 2027 (targeted) • : Announced / Planned (platform + factory retool confirmed)
Made In South Korea Louisville Assembly Plant, Kentucky, USA
Body Type SUV Pickup with frunk + cargo bed
Vehicle Warranty 5 years/60,000 miles yrs / 36,000 miles (vehicle, typical Ford); 8 yrs / 100,000 miles (EV battery)
Colors Standard: Snow White Pearl, Steel Gray, Midnight Black Premium: Aurora Black Pearl, Runway Red, Ocean Blue Matte TBD

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single Electric Motor TBD (expected RWD base; optional AWD)
Horsepower 201 hp (150 kW) TBD
Torque 258 lb-ft TBD
Acceleration 0-60 mph in 7.5 seconds 4.5–5.5 sec (estimate)
Top Speed 104 mph TBD
Range 250–300 miles 200–260 miles (estimate, depends on battery)
Drivetrain Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) RWD (base), AWD (optional)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (NCM) LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate), U.S.-made
Battery Capacity 58.0 kWh 50–55 kWh (estimate)
Power Consumption 3.5–4.0 mi/kWh TBD
Battery Warranty 10 years/100,000 miles 8 yrs / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed 11 kW (240V, 7–8 hrs 10–100%) TBD (Level 2 expected ~7–11 kW)
Supercharging Speed Up to 350 kW TBD
DC Fast Charging Speed 10–80% in 18–30 mins TBD (~100–150 kW expected)
Miles of Range added Per Hour 30–40 miles/hour (240V, 48A) TBD
Charging Time 7–8 hrs (81 kWh battery, 11 kW) 35–45 min (estimate on fast charge)
Charging Connector Type CCS1 (U.S./Korea) Likely NACS (Ford confirmed switch by 2025)
Home Charging Options Level 1 (120V): 3–4 miles/hour - Level 2 (240V, 11 kW): 30–40 miles/hour - DC Fast Charging (Public): 350 kW max Wallbox + portable charger (expected)
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW TBD

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 169.3 inches (4.3 meters) TBD (midsize, similar to Ranger/Maverick)
Width 74.4 inches (1.89 meters) TBD
Height 61.4 inches (1.56 meters) TBD
Wheelbase 105.1 inches (2.67 meters) TBD
Ground Clearance 6.3 inches (160 mm) C
Cargo Space 50 cu ft Frunk + cargo bed (volumes TBD; Ford claims more passenger space than Toyota RAV4)
Curb Weight 3,900–4,100 lbs TBD
No. of Doors 5 Doors (including liftgate) 4
Seating Capacity 5 Seater (2+3) 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Steel or Alloy Wheel TBD
Wheel Size 18-inch TBD
Front Tire 235/60 R18 TBD
Rear Tire 235/60 R18 TBD

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering (EPS) Electric power steering (expected)
Transmission Single-speed reduction gear Single-speed automatic (typical BEV)
Turning Radius 34–36 feet TBD
Gear Box Direct-drive (no gears) Single-speed e-gearbox
Front Suspension MacPherson strut TBD
Rear Suspension Multi-link TBD

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot (Highway Driving Assist) Ford BlueCruise-like driver assistance (expected)
Navigation System Yes Ford Connected Navigation / FordPass (expected)
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes (expected)
Climate Control Yes TBD
Auxiliary Auto Input No TBD
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes (confirmed)
Keyless Start Yes TBD
Keyless Entry Yes TBD
Heated Steering Wheel No TBD
Panoramic Sunroof No TBD
Apple Car Play Yes Likely supported
Android Auto Yes Likely supported
Touchscreen Yes TBD
WiFi & Hotspot No Expected
Bluetooth 5.2 (3 phones) Expected
MP3 Player Yes TBD
No. Of Speakers 6 Speakers TBD

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative Braking System TBD
Front Brakes Ventilated Disc Brake TBD
Rear Brakes Solid Discs Brake TBD
Brake Assist Yes TBD
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 8 Airbags (Dual-front, side, curtain, knee) Yes
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors No Likely
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Likely
Multiple Cameras Yes Yes (rear/360 on higher trims)
Blind Spot Monitoring No TBD
Multi-Terrain Monitor No TBD
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert No Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid No Yes

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