Kia EV4: First Electric Hatchback with 388-Mile Range from £34,695

Key Takeaways

1. Kia’s EV4 hatchback is the company’s first electric hatchback in the UK, offering the longest driving range among its electric vehicles.
2. The EV4 is based on the E-GMP platform and has two battery options: 58.2 kWh (273 miles range) and 81.4 kWh (388 miles range).
3. The hatchback is available in four trims, with prices ranging from £34,695 to £43,895, and the last two trims have a driving range of 362 miles.
4. The EV4 features a front-mounted electric motor with 150 kW power, 0-62 mph acceleration in 7.5 seconds, and a top speed of 105 mph.
5. Kia plans to manufacture the EV4 in Slovakia, with deliveries expected in the Fall, and it is tailored specifically for the European market.

Kia has launched its first-ever electric hatchback in the UK. The EV4 is set to provide the longest driving range among all the company’s electric vehicles so far.

Successful Launch in South Korea

In April, Kia introduced the sedan version in its home country and it quickly became the top-selling electric sedan in South Korea. Now, the hatchback can be ordered in the UK, starting from July 1st.

Specifications and Features

The EV4 hatchback is based on the E-GMP platform that Kia has already used for various electric models. It comes with battery pack options of 58.2 kWh and 81.4 kWh, allowing for ranges of 273 miles and 388 miles, respectively, according to WLTP estimates. The smaller battery charges from 10% to 80% in just 29 minutes, while the larger battery takes only two more minutes on a 350 kW DC fast charger.

The Kia EV4 is offered in four different trims: Air Standard Range (£34,695), Air Long Range (£37,695), GT-Line (£39,395), and GT-Line S (£43,895). The driving range for the last two trims decreases to 362 miles.

Performance and Interior

In terms of performance, the EV4 features a single front-mounted electric motor that produces 150 kW, allowing it to accelerate from 0 to 62 mph in 7.5 seconds. The top speed is limited to 105 mph.

Additional features include a spacious 435-liter boot, dual 12.3-inch displays, ChatGPT integration with voice commands, as well as support for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.

Kia plans to manufacture the EV4 hatchback in Slovakia, with deliveries anticipated in the Fall. The automaker has indicated that the new EV was tailored for the European market, hinting that it might not be available in the US.

Kia is also set to introduce a fastback version of the EV4, but details about that model have yet to be revealed.

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