The New Kia EV4 — Hot New Mass-Market Kia!

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At Kia EV Day 2025 as we speak, the South Korean big unveiled the brand new EV4. If I’m being trustworthy, I get enthusiastic about new EV fashions fairly simply. Nevertheless, I’m actually enthusiastic about this EV4, as a result of it appears evident this may very well be a highly regarded mass-market mannequin. I feel it hits a candy spot, comes from an set up huge auto model, and may very well be a massively in style automobile.

My first thought with reference to the US market is it’s most likely not large enough for behemoth-loving Individuals — however, the Toyota Corolla and Honda Civic are nonetheless vastly in style automobiles, and it might compete with them. Although, it was unveiled in Europe — Tarragona, Spain — in fact, and that’s the market the place it ought to be capable to wolfed up gross sales.

“Versatile and practical, the EV4 is an athletic all-rounder that represents Kia’s first electrified sedan (four-door) and hatchback (five-door), designed to navigate cities and cross continents. Launched to redefine the C-segment and shown in both sedan and hatchback body styles, the Kia EV4 represents a fresh approach to the traditional aesthetics of the sector,” the corporate writes.

“As indicated by the campaign slogan ‘Your Edge in Motion’, the Kia EV4 introduces a new typology for sedans and hatchbacks. In doing so, Kia is expanding choice in an EV market traditionally focused on CUVs and SUVs.” It’s an attention-grabbing take. There’s been an obsession with CUVs and SUVs, and a neglect for sedans, in recent times. Maybe meaning there’s extra of a gap on this conventional section than a lot of the market assumes. The important thing issues are that the EV4 is comparatively small, however sensible and helpful; slick and fashionable, however certainly inexpensive; sporty, however made for cities and utilitarian on a regular basis use.

“As a core model, the EV4 also expands Kia’s award-winning EV lineup and appeals to the ‘Early Majority’ customer segment. It promotes EV adoption through a blend of practical and innovative design, technological reliability, and a flexible electric vehicle experience that meets a diverse range of customer needs,” Kia writes. I feel that’s spot on, and important to my imaginative and prescient (and presumably Kia’s imaginative and prescient) of this turning into a high-volume, mass-market vehicle. The “Early Majority” is a big group. Focusing on this section of tech-adoption consumers, Kia is aiming for lots of gross sales.

“Kia EV Day shows our vision for a sustainable future where electric mobility is accessible to all. The EV4 embodies that vision perfectly as a statement of our commitment to innovative design, cutting-edge technology, and a connected driving experience that excites and inspires,” Kia President and CEO Ho Sung Tune provides. “The EV4 marks a significant step forward in our electrification journey, offering advanced technology and a choice of body styles for drivers seeking a seamless transition to electric mobility.”

Listed below are some extra particulars on the EV4 from Kia:

• 58.3 kWh normal and 81.4 kWh long-range battery choices
• Class-leading All-Electrical Vary (AER) of 630 km (long-range mannequin), in accordance with WLTP requirements
• Extremely-low drag coefficient of 0.23 Cd; full underbody covers for optimized aerodynamic efficiency
• 150 kW motor for greatest 0-100 km/h efficiency of seven.4 seconds
• 10-80 % charging in simply 31 minutes (long-range mannequin) from 400V EV-dedicated platform
• V2L and V2G functionality
• Superior chassis expertise for top-tier trip consolation, refinement and dynamic capability
• Commonplace EV4 sedan mannequin: class-leading goal vary of 430 km (267 miles). Lengthy-range mannequin: 630 km (391 miles) goal vary. EV4 hatchback mannequin: 590 km (367 mile) vary.
• Digital Key 2.0 gives quick access, together with by way of Apple Watch^TM
• i-Pedal 3.0 variable regenerative braking for max consolation, effectivity and security
• Distant OTA replace permits software program updates by way of consumer’s cellular
• 30-inch wide-screen show linked automotive Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) enhances in-car leisure expertise
• Chopping-edge in-car content material streaming and connectivity companies, together with YouTube and Netflix

Persevering with Kia’s give attention to V2X expertise, the EV4 contains “3.6 kVA Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) functionality for indoor and outdoor use, as well as 10 kVA Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) functionality.”

You’ll be able to learn a ton extra in regards to the EV4 here.