Overview
- Kia opened orders for the EV4 model‑year 2027 in July 2026 with first deliveries scheduled for that month.
- The new AWD top version pairs a 125 kW front motor with a 70 kW rear motor for a 195 kW system output and 385 Nm, cutting 0–100 km/h to about 6.5 seconds.
- All‑wheel drive is offered only with the larger 81.4‑kWh battery, which lifts braked towing capacity from 1.0 tonne to 1.5 tonnes but reduces boot volume compared with FWD variants.
- An optional three‑phase 22 kW on‑board charger is listed at €990 and halves AC 10–100% charging time for the 81.4‑kWh pack to roughly 3 hours 55 minutes, yet the charger is tied to higher trims and option packages so the true extra cost is higher and it is not available on the Air base trim.
- The EV4 remains a 400‑V car with DC peak charging near 128 kW, is built in Žilina (Slovakia), and comes with a seven‑year vehicle warranty plus an eight‑year/160,000 km battery warranty, making it suited for buyers who use public 22 kW points or tow light trailers but less attractive for buyers who prioritize faster DC highway charging.