What's it like to live with the Kia EV3?

Two months into a three‑month media loan of the 2026 Kia EV3 GT-Line Long Range, the compact electric SUV remains practical and stylish, with a design language drawn from the EV9. It still fits in a tight carport and offers generous space for its footprint. The EV3 measures 4310 mm long, 1850 mm wide, and 1570 mm tall, with a 2680 mm wheelbase, and rides on 19‑inch GT-Line wheels that heighten its blocky stance. Inside, twin displays flank a textured dash and a two‑tone cabin that feels modern. However, the proximity key quirk persists, occasionally locking or unlocking unexpectedly, and rivals include BYD Atto 2 and Zeekr X.