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2026 Kia EV4
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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.

Market value
$36,000
Fuel
Electric
Transmission
Automatic
Seats
5
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Model year 2026
Owner rating Not rated
Reliability Not rated
Data updated December 4, 2025

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

For almost any modern vehicle category, there’s a Kia that’s worth considering buying. Among small and midsized SUVs, models like the Sportage and Sorento rank near the top in their respective classes for their nice interiors, ride comfort, and appropriately powerful engines. SUVs like the Telluride have ride comfort, interior space, and overall value that earn it regular placement near the top of Consumer Reports’ ratings. 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 useful all-electric driving range. Kia EVs are generally competent, ranging from compact sedans up to a three-row SUV. Kia’s reliability scores have been improving, but other brands score higher in our rankings. Specific Kia models have earned our recommendation among used cars.

Vehicle ID: 36344 First published: April 16, 2025 Updated: December 4, 2025

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