Kia EV3 GT, EV4 GT and EV5 GT: Specs, Range and Prices

Kia's EV3 GT, EV4 GT and EV5 GT expand its electric performance lineup with dual-motor all-wheel drive, 81.4-kWh batteries and adaptive suspension. European models deliver 288-302 horsepower, with 0-62 mph times of 5.6-6.2 seconds. Their differences in size, cargo capacity and towing capability make the buying decision more interesting than the horsepower count.

What does Kia's GT hardware actually change?

The Kia GT lineup now spans five electric models, including the EV6 GT and EV9 GT. The three additions pair stronger propulsion with chassis changes: electronically controlled dampers, revised steering calibration and torque-vectoring control. These upgrades target cornering response and body control while preserving the underlying vehicles' everyday utility.

Specifically, the camera-based Road Preview system reads approaching pavement and adjusts damping within milliseconds. Torque-vectoring control manages drive force and applies braking when necessary to help the vehicle follow the driver's intended line. Those systems offer a stronger engineering argument for GT ownership than simulated engine noise.

Virtual Gear Shift simulates shifts; Active Sound Design supplies acceleration-linked audio. Neither adds physical transmission ratios. European versions also wear 20-inch wheels and offer supportive sport seats, with GT-specific interfaces and Launch Control completing the package.

How fast are the EV3 GT, EV4 GT and EV5 GT?

The Kia EV4 GT hatchback leads acceleration at 5.6 seconds to 62 mph, narrowly beating the EV3 GT's 5.7 seconds.

The larger EV5 GT delivers more power and torque but takes 6.2 seconds. All three share an 81.4-kWh battery, making vehicle packaging and chassis behavior key differentiators.

Specification	EV3 GT	EV4 GT hatchback	EV5 GT
Power	215 kW / 288 hp	215 kW / 288 hp	225 kW / 302 hp
Torque	468 Nm / 345 lb-ft	468 Nm / 345 lb-ft	480 Nm / 354 lb-ft
Front/rear motor output	145/70 kW	145/70 kW	155/70 kW
0-62 mph	5.7 seconds	5.6 seconds	6.2 seconds
Top speed	106 mph	106 mph	112 mph
WLTP range	532 km / 331 miles	505 km / 314 miles	476 km / 296 miles
DC charging, 10-80%	31 minutes	31 minutes	30 minutes

Kia announcement quotes 532 km for the EV3 GT; broader European launch reporting quotes 501 km. Buyers should check their local configuration. WLTP range also differs from EPA testing and actual highway results.

Which GT offers the most practical space?

The Kia EV5 GT provides the largest trunk and highest braked-trailer rating, while the EV3 GT offers the shortest body for urban parking. The EV4 GT hatchback combines the longest wheelbase with the smallest trunk here. Choose around your parking space, passenger needs and trailer requirements before prioritizing acceleration.

Measurement or cost	EV3 GT	EV4 GT hatchback	EV5 GT
Length	4,310 mm / 169.7 in	4,450 mm / 175.2 in	4,610 mm / 181.5 in
Width	1,850 mm / 72.8 in	1,860 mm / 73.2 in	1,875 mm / 73.8 in
Wheelbase	2,680 mm / 105.5 in	2,820 mm / 111.0 in	2,750 mm / 108.3 in
Trunk, VDA measurement	413 L / 14.6 cu ft	377 L / 13.3 cu ft	566 L / 20.0 cu ft
Braked towing	1,500 kg / 3,307 lb	1,500 kg / 3,307 lb	1,800 kg / 3,968 lb
Starting price	About $65,300	About $71,400	About $70,200

The EV5 GT Business Edition starts around $64,200.

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Which Kia GT should you buy?

Choose the EV3 GT for compact dimensions, the EV4 GT for its lower center of gravity and quickest acceleration, or the EV5 GT for cargo and towing capacity. I favor that needs-first approach because the 0.6-second acceleration spread changes daily usefulness less than trunk space, purchase cost and charging access.

Model	Pros	Cons
EV3 GT	Shortest body; 413-liter trunk	Less towing capacity than EV5 GT
EV4 GT	Quickest acceleration; longest wheelbase	Smallest trunk; highest starting price
EV5 GT	566-liter trunk; 1,800-kg towing rating	Slowest acceleration; shortest quoted range

Pro-Tips:

Price insurance and replacement tires before choosing the GT upgrade.
Plan charging stops around the 30-31-minute charging window; towing and cold weather can increase stop frequency.
Check bidirectional equipment carefully. Includes V2L and hardware preparation for V2H/V2G; hardware readiness alone does not deliver operational home backup.

For American buyers, Kia lists the 2027 Kia EV3 GT at $45,890, or $47,385 including destination, before taxes and options. The US EV3 uses a native NACS port and a 400V platform. Kia's European expansion announcement establishes European availability; it supplies no US launch commitment for the EV4 GT or EV5 GT.