BASIC INFO
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| Brand |
KIA |
Chevrolet |
| Model |
EV3 Light 2025 |
Bolt EV 2LT 2026 |
| Vehicle Type |
Electric |
Electric |
| Trims |
Light, Wind, and GT-Line |
1LT and 2LT |
| Release Date |
September 2025 |
October 2025 |
| Status |
Coming Soon |
Coming Soon |
| Made In |
South Korea |
USA |
| Body Type |
SUV |
Subcompact Hatchback |
| Vehicle Warranty |
5 years/60,000 miles |
3 years / 36,000 miles |
| Colors |
Standard: Snow White Pearl, Steel Gray, Midnight Black Premium: Aurora Black Pearl, Runway Red, Ocean Blue Matte |
Summit White, Black, Silver, Blue-Adds premium options like Red, Gray, Two-Tone Roof |
PERFORMANCE
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| Motor Type |
Single Electric Motor |
Single Permanent-Magnet Electric Motor |
| Horsepower |
201 hp (150 kW) |
220 hp |
| Torque |
258 lb-ft |
266 lb-ft |
| Acceleration |
0-60 mph in 7.5 seconds |
0-60 mph in 7.0 seconds |
| Top Speed |
104 mph |
93 mph |
| Range |
250–300 miles |
300 miles |
| Drivetrain |
Rear-Wheel Drive (RWD) |
Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
BATTERY AND CHARGING
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| Battery Type |
Lithium-ion (NCM) |
Ultium Lithium-Ion |
| Battery Capacity |
58.0 kWh |
70 kWh |
| Power Consumption |
3.5–4.0 mi/kWh |
3.5–4.0 mi/kWh |
| Battery Warranty |
10 years/100,000 miles |
8 years / 100,000 miles |
| Home Charging Speed |
11 kW (240V, 7–8 hrs 10–100%) |
11.5 kW (32–40 miles/hour) |
| DC Fast Charging Speed |
10–80% in 18–30 mins |
150 kW (vs. 55 kW in pre-2025 Bolt) |
| Miles of Range added Per Hour |
30–40 miles/hour (240V, 48A) |
180–220 miles in 30 mins |
| Charging Time |
7–8 hrs (81 kWh battery, 11 kW) |
6–7 hours |
| Charging Connector Type |
CCS1 (U.S./Korea) |
North American Charging Standard (NACS) |
| 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 |
Level 1 (120V) portable charger and Level 2 (240V) home station |
| Onboard Charger Power |
11 kW |
11.5 kW |
DIMENSION AND WEIGHT
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| Length |
169.3 inches (4.3 meters) |
165 inches |
| Width |
74.4 inches (1.89 meters) |
70 inches |
| Height |
61.4 inches (1.56 meters) |
63 inches |
| Wheelbase |
105.1 inches (2.67 meters) |
104 inches |
| Ground Clearance |
6.3 inches (160 mm) |
5.5 inches |
| Cargo Space |
50 cu ft |
17.1 cu ft |
| Curb Weight |
3,900–4,100 lbs |
3,800 lbs |
| No. of Doors |
5 Doors (including liftgate) |
5 (4 side + 1 liftgate) |
| Seating Capacity |
5 Seater (2+3) |
5 (2 front, 3 rear) |
WHEEL AND TIRES
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| Wheel Type |
Steel or Alloy Wheel |
Alloy wheels |
| Wheel Size |
18-inch |
17-inch |
| Front Tire |
235/60 R18 |
215/50R17 |
| Rear Tire |
235/60 R18 |
215/50R17 |
STEERING AND SUSPENSION
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| Steering |
Electric Power Steering (EPS) |
Electric Power Steering (EPS) |
| Transmission |
Single-speed reduction gear |
Single-Speed Automatic |
| Turning Radius |
34–36 feet |
35 feet |
| Gear Box |
Direct-drive (no gears) |
Fixed-ratio (direct drive) |
| Front Suspension |
MacPherson strut |
MacPherson Strut |
| Rear Suspension |
Multi-link |
Torsion Beam |
TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES
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| Autopilot |
(Highway Driving Assist) |
No |
| Navigation System |
Yes |
Yes |
| 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 |
Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof |
No |
No |
| Apple Car Play |
Yes |
Yes |
| Android Auto |
Yes |
Yes |
| Touchscreen |
Yes |
10.2-inch |
| WiFi & Hotspot |
No |
No |
| Bluetooth |
5.2 (3 phones) |
Yes |
| MP3 Player |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Speakers |
6 Speakers |
6-Speaker |
SAFETY FEATURES
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| Braking System |
Regenerative Braking System |
Regenerative Braking System |
| Front Brakes |
Ventilated Disc Brake |
Ventilated Discs |
| Rear Brakes |
Solid Discs Brake |
Solid Discs |
| 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) |
10 Airbags (Dual front, front side, knee, curtain, rear side) |
| Rear Seat Belt |
Yes |
Yes |
| Auto Parking sensors |
No |
Optional |
| Crash Sensor |
Yes |
Yes |
| Ultrasonic Sensors |
Yes |
8 sensors (front/rear) |
| Multiple Cameras |
Yes |
Yes |
| Blind Spot Monitoring |
No |
No |
| Multi-Terrain Monitor |
No |
No |
| 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 |