2027 Kia EV3: real cost in California
See the EV3 on Kia's US site ↗US prices read 2026-11-09
Cheapest trim, Light · California · age 35–59 · 6 years · 13,500 mi a yearChange
Sticker$29,890the advertised price
Drive away$34,299with fees and tax
Loan payment$500/mo72-month loan at 7%, $5,000 down
True cost$1,014/moeverything, after resale
$34,299 to drive away + $48,347 to run it for 6 years − $9,642 back at resale = $73,004, or $1,014 a month.
Where the money goes
Drive away$34,299
Running it, 6 yrs+$48,347
Back at resale−$9,642
Sticker pricethe advertised MSRP
+$29,890Feesfreight $1,495 · doc fee $85 (typical)
+$1,580Sales and use tax, 8.99%California
+$2,829Insuranceestimate, age 35–59, California
+$17,346Charging13,500 mi a year at 116 MPGe, home charging at $0.33/kWh
+$7,653Lost return on your money5% a year on the down payment and each payment
+$7,433Loan interest7% over 72 months
+$6,666Maintenanceestimate
+$5,857Title, registration and plates6 years in California, incl. 0.65% value tax a year
+$2,665California EV fee$121 a year
+$726Resale after 6 years32% of MSRP, you get this back
−$9,642True cost $73,004 ÷ 72 months$1,014 a month
The car
Size and space
Seats5from the Canadian version or the type
Cargo21.5 cu ftbehind row 2
Ground clearance5.9–6.2 in
Engine and fuel
Engine201–288 hp electric, FWD, AWD
0–60 mph5.4–6.9 sKia's figures; others our estimate
Energy use103–116 MPGeEPA combined
Range221 miabout 155 mi in winter · fast charge 10-80% in 29 min
TowingNot published
Tires17" or 19"by trim
Safety and cover
Crash testNot rated yet
European crash test4 of 5 stars ↗Euro NCAP 2025, European version; 5 stars with its safety pack
Highway assistSteers and brakeshands on the wheel · every trim
Warranty5 yrspowertrain 5 yrs · battery 8 yrs
Resale at 6 years32% of MSRPaverage for its type
Every trim
All trims: 5 seats.| Light | $29,890 | $34,299 | $73,004 | ✓ $1,014/mo | 116 MPGe | — No | — No |
| Wind FWD | $34,990 | $39,858 | $81,406 | $1,131/mo | 116 MPGe | ✓ Yes | — No |
| Wind Wind FWD Nightfall Package | $36,490 | $41,492 | $83,285 | $1,157/mo | 116 MPGe | ✓ Yes | — No |
| Land FWD | $38,490 | $43,672 | $85,957 | $1,194/mo | 116 MPGe | ✓ Yes | — No |
| Wind AWD | $38,690 | $43,890 | $87,021 | $1,209/mo | 103 MPGe | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Wind Wind AWD Nightfall Package | $39,690 | $44,980 | $88,274 | $1,226/mo | 103 MPGe | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| Land AWD | $41,690 | $47,160 | $90,946 | $1,263/mo | 103 MPGe | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| GT-Line | $43,490 | $49,122 | $92,194 | $1,280/mo | 103 MPGe | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
| GT | $45,890 | $51,738 | $95,453 | $1,326/mo | 103 MPGe | ✓ Yes | ✓ Yes |
Light
✓ $1,014/mo
True cost
WindFWD
$1,131/mo
True cost
WindWind FWD Nightfall Package
$1,157/mo
True cost
LandFWD
$1,194/mo
True cost
WindAWD
$1,209/mo
True cost
WindWind AWD Nightfall Package
$1,226/mo
True cost
LandAWD
$1,263/mo
True cost
GT-Line
$1,280/mo
True cost
GT
$1,326/mo
True cost
Features, trim by trim
Cheapest on the left. Each bar starts at the trim that adds it.Feature
Light$29,890
Wind FWD$34,990
Wind Wind FWD Nightfall Package$36,490
Land FWD$38,490
Wind AWD$38,690
Wind Wind AWD Nightfall Package$39,690
Land AWD$41,690
GT-Line$43,490
GT$45,890
Safety and driver assist
Automatic braking
✓ Every trim
Blind-spot monitor
✓ Every trim
Rear cross-traffic alert
✓ Every trim
Adaptive cruise
✓ Every trim
Lane centering
✓ Every trim
360° camera
✓
✓ from Land AWD
Parking sensors
✓
✓ from Land AWD
Comfort
Heated seats
✓ from Wind FWD
Cooled seats
✓
✓ from Land AWD
Dual-zone climate
✓ Every trim
Convenience
Push-button start
✓ Every trim
Remote start
✓ Every trim
Power liftgate
✓
✓ from Land AWD
Wireless phone charging
✓ from Wind FWD
Power driver's seat
✓ from Wind FWD
Memory seat
✓
✓ from Land AWD
Tech and audio
Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
✓ Every trim
Wireless CarPlay
✓ Every trim
Built-in navigation
✓ Every trim
Premium sound system
✓ from GT-Line
Head-up display
✓ from GT
Large touchscreen (12 in+)
✓ Every trim
Capability and looks
AWD or 4WD
✓ from Wind AWD
Sunroof
✓ Every trim
LED headlights
✓ Every trim
Not listed on any trimHands-free drivingHeated steering wheelHeated rear seatsMassaging seatsTow hitch includedPanoramic roof
Full standard equipment on the Light (40 items)
- EPA-est. Range of 221 Miles w/ 58.3 kWh Battery
- 201 hp & 209 lb.-ft. of torque
- i-Pedal 3.0 w/ One Pedal Driving
- Drive Mode Select w/ Eco, Normal, Sport & My Drive
- North American Charging System (NACS) Port
- Dual Level 120V / 240V Portable Charging Cable
- Auto Emergency Braking Technology w/ Junction Turning Detection
- Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Lane Keeping Assist
- Lane Following Assist 2
- Navigation-Based Smart Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go - Curve
- Highway Driving Assist
- Rear Occupant Alert
- Driver Attention Warning
- High Beam Assist (HBA)
- Safe Exit Warning
- 17-in. Alloy Wheels w/ Gloss Black & Machined Finish
- LED Projector Headlights
- LED Daytime Running Lights
- Roof Rails, Low Profile Gloss Black
- Satin Chrome Matte accents
- Rear Roof Spoiler
- Privacy Glass
- Solar Control Glass
- Side View Mirrors, Body Color
- 2-Spoke SynTex Steering Wheel
- Cloth Seat Trim
- 60/40 Split-Folding & Reclining Rear Seats
- Dual-Zone Auto Climate Control w/ Rear Climate Vents
- Power Windows w/ Driver and Front Passenger One-Touch Auto-Up/Down
- Dark Hyper Metal trim
- Illuminated Sun Visor Vanity Mirrors
- 12.3-in. Dual Panoramic Displays w/ Navigation, Kia Connect, & SiriusXM Satellite Radio
- 5-in. Climate Display
- Wireless Apple CarPlay & Android Auto
- Smart Key w/ Push Button Start & Remote Start
- 5 USB Ports
- Over-the-Air Capability
- 6-Speaker Audio System
Recalls
We couldn't match the EV3 in NHTSA's recall records yet, so we can't say whether it has any. Check by VIN at NHTSA ↗
Quick answers
- How much is a 2027 EV3 in California?
- $34,299 to drive away for the Light, from a $29,890 sticker.
- What does it cost a month?
- A $500 loan payment, about $975 a month with insurance, fuel and upkeep ($5,000 down); about $1,014 a month all in, after resale.
- How much can it tow?
- The brand doesn't publish a towing capacity.
Colors
Aurora Black PearlInterstellar GraySnow White Pearl+$445Frost BlueMorning Haze
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US prices in US dollars from Kia's US website, read 2026-11-09; destination as the brand lists it. Taxes, registration and the dealer doc fee follow your state. Insurance and maintenance are estimates. How we count.