Exclusive First Drive in Korea! // 2026 Kia EV4 Review

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This review is about the Kia EV4 and it finds that the EV4 offers instant acceleration common in electric vehicles.
Power: The vehicle has 201 horsepower and 209 pound-feet of torque.
Battery Options: There is a standard 58.3 kWh battery and a long-range 81.4 kWh battery.
Range: The long-range model offers up to 531 kilometers (330 miles). With the standard battery: 378 kilometers (235 miles).
Acceleration: With the standard battery, 0 to 100 km/h is 7.4 seconds. With the larger battery, it is 7.7 seconds.
Availability: The front-wheel-drive model will be available in early 2026. The all-wheel-drive model will follow.
Charging:  The EV4 uses a 400-volt architecture for more affordable charging. The fast charger provides 10-80% charging in 29-30 minutes. A level two charger takes 5.5-7 hours.
Door Handles: The reviewer does not care for the "floppy door handles."
Features: Offers a 12" head-up display, a digital key 2.0, over-the-air software updates, and an AI assistant. Also has a standard 6 speaker audio system.
Interior Space: There is 45.4 inches of front-row legroom and 38.1 inches of second-row legroom. Cargo space is 17.3 cubic feet.
Interior Style: Quality of materials is good, with no shiny plastic surfaces, and with unique color combinations.
Warranty: 5 years/100,000 kilometers (Canada) and 10 years/100,000 miles (US).
Other Features: The car's highway driving assist automatically adjusts speed to match the speed limit.
The reviewers also feel the seats are comfortable and the interior feels more upscale. The 400-volt setup is more affordable. Kia is doing well in electric vehicles and there are also plans for EV3 and EV5. It has one pedal drive option and has a moonroof.
Overall, the reviewers are impressed with the interior comfort and a quiet driving experience.

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