The electric car we’ve been waiting for is almost here. Kia confirmed that the EV4 will officially join its lineup in 2025 as it expands into more affordable EVs.
Kia unveiled the EV4 last October as part of its new lower-cost EV lineup. The EV4 concept was showcased alongside the EV3 and EV5, two smaller electric SUV crossovers.
Despite its four-door design, Kia calls the EV4 “an entirely new type of EV sedan” with an extended silhouette and bold proportions. With the added roof spoiler, it almost has a racecar-like feel. However, as part of Kia’s new mass-market EV lineup, the starting price is expected to be much lower than that of a typical sports car.
After releasing November sales figures on Monday, Kia confirmed the EV4 will officially arrive in 2025. A Kia official said the company plans to “strengthen our electric vehicle lineup with the EV4 and EV5” next year.
Kia launched the EV5 in China last November with starting prices of around $20,000 (149,800 yuan). In overseas markets, like Australia, it costs about $57,000.
Kia EV4 is arriving in 2025 as low-cost EV lineup expands
After its domestic launch this summer, the EV3 is also rolling out to new markets. Kia opened EV3 orders in Korea, starting at just $30,700 (KRW 42.08 million). With incentives, the compact electric SUV can be bought for under $30,000 (KRW 39.95 million).
Kia launched the EV3 in Europe last month, starting at around $38,000 (36,000 euros). In the UK, where it’s been available since August, the EV3 starts at $42,500 (£32,995).
With the EV4 arriving in 2025, Kia will complete its “EVs for all” strategy with entry-level electric sedans, crossovers, and SUVs. The new EV3, EV4, and EV5 will join Kia’s EV6 and larger three-row EV9 to establish a wide-ranging EV lineup with prices ranging from $30,000 to $80,000.
The EV4 was spotted testing in the US last month ahead of its official debut. A hatchback model has also been caught out in the wild. Although it’s likely aimed at Europe, it was testing on US streets last month.
The entry-level EV sedan will feature Kia’s latest ccNC infotainment system, which includes dual 12.3″ navigation and driver display screens.
Kia will launch the EV4 next year, with deliveries starting by the end of 2025. Depending on the market, prices are expected to start at around $30,000 to $40,000.
Kia is also expected to launch the EV3 for the US market next year. The lower-cost electric crossover was recently caught on US roads. It will likely start at around $30,000 to $35,000.
With new models, like the EV4, EV3, and EV9 rolling out, Kia aims to sell 1.6 million electric vehicles by 2030.
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