Review and specifications
2026 Kia EV4
Kia’s latest electric offering is the EV4 compact sedan. That's right, while most automakers are churning out SUVs galore, Kia appears committed to giving buyers reasonably-priced car alternatives. The base Light trim will use a 58.3-kWh battery while the Wind and GT-Line will make use of an 81.4-kWh long-range version. All trims will have a 201-hp electric motor and front-wheel drive. Kia is estimating the Light will be good for about 235 miles of driving range, while the long-range battery should result in about 330 miles. The interior layout appears to mimic the EV9 SUV, with dual 12.3-inch display screens, a 5-inch climate screen, and a column-mounted, twist-action gear selector. Kia’s Highway Driving Assist active driving assistance system will come standard. The K4's US launch has been delayed indefinitely.
- Market value
- $36,000
- Fuel
- Electric
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Seats
- 5
At a glance
Model data
Overview
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Body style
- sedan
- Drive type
- FWD
- Transmission
- Direct, 1-speed
- Category
- Electric cars
- Generation began
- 2026
Pricing
- Original MSRP range
- $36,000 - $40,000
Road tests
- Test status
- Not Tested
Interior
- Seating
- 5 people
Environmental impact
- Air pollution score
- 10/10
- Greenhouse gas score
- 10/10
- SmartWay
- Elite
Brand context
About Kia
<p>For almost any modern vehicle category, there’s a Kia that’s worth considering buying. Among competitive small and midsized sedans, Kia sells the K4 and K5. For small and midsized SUVs, models like the Sportage and Sorento are competitive with nice interiors, good ride comfort, and appropriately powerful engines. Fuel economy across the brand is generally good, but hybrid and plug-in hybrid options are available for even more miles per gallon. Plug-in hybrid options have a useful all-electric driving range. Kia EVs are generally competent, but buyers need to be attentive to reliability. Many new and used Kias earn our recommendation.</p><p><br/></p>
Vehicle ID: 36344 First published: April 16, 2025 Updated: June 25, 2026
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