EV3 vs. The Outback

Top Gear's ultimate electric adventure

In Top Gear’s most ambitious electric road trip yet, the Kia EV3 was put to the ultimate test - a 1,960-mile journey across the unforgiving Australian Outback. Nine charges. Forty-eight hours behind the wheel. Zero compromises.


"The best EV crossover"
Top Gear Magazine, June 2025

Whether it was dusty backroads, 40°C heat, or unexpected wildlife encounters, the EV3 delivered comfort, efficiency, and surprising toughness. It’s not just the best EV crossover - it’s the car that proves EV adventure is real.

With a long-range battery option of up to 375 miles, rugged capability, and smart design, the EV3 is redefining what a compact electric crossover can do - from city streets to the heart of the wilderness.

Watch the Top Gear EV3 road trip video

It's no surprise the EV3 was crowned both

UK and World Car of the Year 2025

Now it's your turn to experience it.

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