KIA EV3 Light 2025 vs Ford’s new low-cost EV platform

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thumb image KIA EV3 Light 2025 US$ 33,000
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thumb image Ford’s new low-cost EV platform US$ 30,000

BASIC INFO

Brand KIA Ford
Model EV3 Light 2025 Universal EV Platform
Vehicle Type Electric Electric Pickup Truck (Midsize)
Trims Light, Wind, and GT-Line Not Announced (Base, Mid, Premium expected)
Release Date September 2025 2026–2027 (Production start ~2026, Launch MY2027)
Status Coming Soon Upcoming (Under Development)
Made In South Korea Louisville, Kentucky, USA
Body Type SUV Pickup (Crew/Double Cab)
Vehicle Warranty 5 years/60,000 miles TBD (Expected Ford Standard EV Warranty)
Colors Standard: Snow White Pearl, Steel Gray, Midnight Black Premium: Aurora Black Pearl, Runway Red, Ocean Blue Matte TBD (Multiple factory color options) ________________________________________

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Single Electric Motor Single / Dual Electric Motor Options
Horsepower 201 hp (150 kW) 250–400 hp (Estimated)
Torque 258 lb-ft TBD (High torque EV typical)
Acceleration 0-60 mph in 7.5 seconds 0–60 mph in ~4.5s (performance trim est.), ~6–8s (base trims)
Top Speed 104 mph TBD
Range 250–300 miles 250–350 miles (Estimated)
Drivetrain Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) RWD/FWD (base), AWD optional (dual motor)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion (NCM) LFP Prismatic Cells (Structural Integration, CATL partnership)
Battery Capacity 58.0 kWh 60–100 kWh (Estimated)
Power Consumption 3.5–4.0 mi/kWh TBD
Battery Warranty 10 years/100,000 miles TBD (Likely 8 yrs / 100k miles)
Home Charging Speed 11 kW (240V, 7–8 hrs 10–100%) Level 1 (120V) + Level 2 (240V) supported
Supercharging Speed Up to 350 kW N/A (Ford uses DC Fast Charging)
DC Fast Charging Speed 10–80% in 18–30 mins 100–200 kW (Estimated)
Miles of Range added Per Hour 30–40 miles/hour (240V, 48A) 100–200 miles per 30–45 min DC charging (Estimated)
Charging Time 7–8 hrs (81 kWh battery, 11 kW) 10–80% in ~20–45 min DC (Estimated)
Charging Connector Type CCS1 (U.S./Korea) CCS (US/EU) → Possible shift to NACS later
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 120V L1, 240V L2 wallbox
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW TBD

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 169.3 inches (4.3 meters) TBD
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) TBD
Cargo Space 50 cu ft Pickup bed + front trunk (frunk) (Exact TBD)
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
Transmission Single-speed reduction gear Single-Speed Reduction Gear
Turning Radius 34–36 feet TBD
Gear Box Direct-drive (no gears) Single-speed
Front Suspension MacPherson strut Independent (MacPherson Strut expected)
Rear Suspension Multi-link Independent / Multi-Link (Expected)

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot (Highway Driving Assist) Ford BlueCruise (Hands-free Driving Assist)
Navigation System Yes Yes (OTA map updates)
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes
Climate Control Yes Yes
Auxiliary Auto Input No Yes
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes
Keyless Start Yes Yes
Keyless Entry Yes Yes
Heated Steering Wheel No Optional (mid/high trims)
Panoramic Sunroof No Yes
Apple Car Play Yes Yes (Wireless)
Android Auto Yes Yes (Wireless)
Touchscreen Yes Yes (Size TBD)
WiFi & Hotspot No Yes
Bluetooth 5.2 (3 phones) Yes
MP3 Player Yes Yes
No. Of Speakers 6 Speakers TBD

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative Braking System Regenerative + Hydraulic
Front Brakes Ventilated Disc Brake Disc
Rear Brakes Solid Discs Brake Disc
Brake Assist Yes Yes
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) TBD (Front, Side, Curtain expected)
Rear Seat Belt Yes 3-point
Auto Parking sensors No Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes Rear + 360° (higher trims)
Blind Spot Monitoring No Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor No Yes
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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