Kia EV3: The 375-Mile EV That Destroys the Volvo EX30?

Is the new Kia EV3 actually the best electric car in the world, or is the Volvo EX30 still the one to buy? Mat Watson is getting stuck into the 2025 World Car of the Year and UK Car of the Year to see if that massive 375-mile range and "mini EV9" styling really make it the ultimate small SUV. We’re diving into the "Truth" about Kia’s new 81kWh battery—which offers more range than almost any rival—and testing if the "sustainable" interior and triple-screen tech can justify the £33k price tag. From the 460-litre boot to the "AI Assistant" and real-world motorway efficiency, here is the definitive verdict on the most awarded car of 2026! Chapters 00:00 Intro: Why is the EV3 winning EVERY award? 00:39 Design: Is the "Mini EV9" look too bold? 00:57 Interior Truth: Sustainability vs Premium feel 01:27 Boot Space: Why 460L "shames" the Volvo EX30 01:48 Tech Check: The new Triple-Screen & AI Assistant 02:16 Battery & Range: How to get 375 miles for £33k 03:03 Price Check: Why it’s the best value EV in 2026 03:25 Performance: Mat tests the 7.5s 0-60mph claim 04:03 Overtaking: Is 204hp enough for the motorway? 04:22 Braking: Testing the segment-leading i-Pedal 3.0 05:12 5 Annoying Features: What drives Mat mad? 06:30 5 Cool Features: Did you spot the sliding table? 07:50 Quality Test: Where did Kia cut the costs? 08:20 Practicality: Can you actually fit adults in the back? 10:08 Town Driving: Why the plush ride is "downright comfy" 10:54 Safety: Why it won the 2026 Safety recognition 11:28 Suspension: Better than a Volvo EX30? 12:52 Motorway Driving: Range truth at 70mph 13:51 Country Road Driving: Does it lean too much? 14:43 Real-World Range: Can you actually hit 375 miles? 15:02 The Verdict: Should you buy, sell or avoid? Sell your car for free with Carwow: https://bit.ly/Sell-Your-Car-For-Free-2801 Check out Mat's preferred trim & engine for each car: https://bit.ly/Mats-Engine-Choice