Kia EV4 saloon and hatchback revealed in new images

Kia has given the first look of its new EV4 ahead of the car’s world premier later this month.

Unlike other electric Kias, the EV4 will be offered in two body styles – saloon and hatchback – both of which have been previewed by new pictures of the production cars.

As the name suggests, the EV4 sits beneath the larger EV6 in Kia’s range and is intended to appeal to a broader audience through more affordable pricing and the option of a hatchback variant.

The cars will make their world debut at the 2025 Kia EV Day, alongside the PV5 van and the EV2 concept, on February 27.

Kia’s announcement to accompany the images is light on technical detail and heavy on designer waffle. So we don’t know what motor or battery it will have but we do know that the “Every element of the EV4’s design speaks to a forward-thinking character, embodying a sense of freedom and exploration that resonates with drivers seeking innovation and versatility.”

In the metal, that appears to translate to a low sleek shape that’s a clear evolution of the EV6. The low bonnet with its modern take on the Tiger Face grille, is flanked at the edges by upright LED lights similar to the EV3’s and, like all Kia EVs, flush-fit door handles help give a smooth, uninterrupted profile.

The EV4 saloon features a long, shallow glass panel and long rear flanks, ending in a short tailgate surface, with the tail lights pushed far out into extensions of the rear arches. The EV4 hatchback, in contrast, has a shorter rear overhang and an upright rear with lights extending from the arches across the tailgate. The saloon’s two-piece rear spoiler is also replaced with a single full-width item.

Thankfully, we don’t have to wait long for more nerdy info, with powertrain details due to be confirmed in advance of the Kia EV Day reveal. It is widely believed that to meet its more accessible positioning, the Kia EV4 will share its motor and battery setup with the EV3 SUV. That would mean a 201bhp rear-mounted motor and a choice of 58kWh or 81kWh battery. At a guess, we would expect a range of between 250 and 350 miles.