Kia EV4 Buzz

The New Star in Town: Kia EV4

There’s some exciting news on the electric vehicle front that might have the Teslas of the world feeling a little nervous. Making its debut at the New York Auto Show, the Kia EV4 is generating plenty of buzz with its attractive pricing and solid specifications. While it sports the design language Kia enthusiasts have come to love, it also introduces some neat tricks up its sleeve — including a starting price that could make anyone look twice.

Price and Comparisons

The Kia EV4 is rumored to start at about $37,000 before any federal tax credits. Factor in the typical $7,500 tax credit for EVs, and that could drop the cost to around $29,500. That’s quite a bit less than a base Tesla Model 3, which sets you back about $34,990 when also considering the tax credit. So for those keeping an eye on the wallet, that’s substantial savings. Kia seems to be really targeting price-conscious consumers with this one.

A Closer Look at the EV4

The Kia EV4 isn’t reinventing the wheel on looks, borrowing heavily from the brand’s trendy design with its tidy, more compact layout. Compared to the larger Hyundai Ioniq 6, the EV4 is smaller in every dimension, including a wheelbase that’s 5 inches shorter. It’s a front-wheel-drive delight, making the numbers game interesting with about 201 horsepower on tap, courtesy of its electric motor paired with a reliable battery shared with other Kia EVs like the EV6 and EV9.

Performance and Features

The EV4 offers three trims—Light, Wind, and GT-Line—giving buyers options based on their drive style and range needs. The EV4 Light packs a 58.3-kWh battery, pulling in an estimated reach of 235 miles, while the Wind and GT-Line come with a heftier 81.4-kWh unit. With the right wheels, the Wind trim can stretch its legs to about 330 miles. The interior isn’t going to wow the luxury crowd but it does boast the essentials: a digital dashboard, a sensible infotainment setup, and an ambient lighting system that adds a nice touch.

Bringing convenience up a notch, the EV4 includes goodies like i-Pedal 3.0 regenerative braking and comprehensive driver-assistance tech. Drivers will surely appreciate its fast-charging capabilities, which top the battery from 10% to 80% in just about half an hour.

Driving Experience

For those stepping into the EV4, expect a straightforward and engaging drive. Its front-wheel-drive setup gives it a feeling of agility that complements urban jaunts and those daily commutes well. While it’s not aiming for the sports-car segment, it hits that sweet spot for drivers transitioning from conventional vehicles to electric ones. The cabin layout is familiar and user-friendly, making it appealing for both first-time EV buyers and seasoned electric motorists.

Whether the EV4 becomes a Tesla-fighter or just a well-loved Kia staple, it’s set to enter the market with a strong value proposition. Keep an eye out as it hits dealer lots in early 2026.