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New Kia EV4 Coming Soon: Specs, price and release info
Of the three Kias unveiled at its EV day this EV4 saloon looks the sportiest and sleekest
Words by: Catherine King
Published on 13 October 2023 | 0 min read
Kia has already gone big on electrification with existing models like the EV6 and Niro. We have already seen how it plans to build on this with the EV9 premium SUV and it has just showcased three more models at its first EV day. This EV4 Concept hints at what an all-electric saloon could look like and Kia hopes it will leave us revaluating everything we think we know about saloons.
• Kia’s EV4 is an electric saloon concept • Kia is likely to target up to 400 miles of range • Though a concept, it could be productionised by 2025
• Kia’s EV4 is an electric saloon concept • Kia is likely to target up to 400 miles of range • Though a concept, it could be productionised by 2025
Design and models available
Kia apparently hopes that the EV4 will change our perceptions of saloons. The sleek styling at the front, combined with the angularity of the overall shape, gives the car an aggressive presence Kia says is more reminiscent of sports cars. We’ll have to see how that turns out but we’d expect it to be aimed at similar sporty electric saloons and hatchbacks like the Ioniq 6, BYD Seal and BMW i4.
Interior and tech
Sustainability is a recurring theme and the interior of the EV4 has been inspired by nature, specifically the element Earth. Madder root and walnut shells have been used in the dying of the fabrics, giving the minimalistic interior a burnt orange hue. The ambient lighting has multiple modes to offer a variety of atmospheres for the driver. ‘Serenity’ mode aims to create a relaxed vibe, whilst ‘Perform’ mode is supposed to set the driver up to get the best out of their day. To find out whether this really works in practice we’ll have to wait and see if the feature makes its way into production.
Batteries/range or engines
Little detail has been shared about batteries and range of the EV4, though if built we would expect it to use the same battery and motors as the production ready EV5.
What other cars from Kia are due this year?
Also showcased at Kia’s EV day, the EV3 is a concept SUV and was unveiled in addition to the
EV5 which is closer to production and likely to be the first of the three to go on sale.
EV5 which is closer to production and likely to be the first of the three to go on sale.
What other cars that are upcoming will this compete with?
The Kia EV4 is closely related to the Hyundai Ioniq 6 and launches into an increasingly competitive electric saloon sector. Existing models like the Polestar 2 and Tesla Model 3 are other likely rivals.
