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Kia EV4 Sets Autumn Europe Launch With Two Body Styles and Up to 625 km Range

Fastback pricing reports diverge across outlets, pointing to unresolved details at launch.

Overview

  • The hatchback is built in Slovakia for Europe and starts at €37,590, with deliveries scheduled for this autumn.
  • The lineup comprises a compact hatchback (about 4.43 m) and a longer Fastback imported from Korea that is positioned with higher equipment.
  • At launch both body styles use a single 150 kW front motor paired with 58.3 kWh or 81.4 kWh batteries, rated up to roughly 440 km and 625 km WLTP respectively.
  • Kia cites 10–80% charging in about 30 minutes, with peak rates of up to 101 kW for the smaller battery and up to 128 kW for the larger pack.
  • Early test drives report strong ride comfort and quietness with brisk response in Sport mode, though the digital cockpit is considered busy.