LONDON: In the UK, the new Kia EV4 Fastback, which is a four-door saloon-bodied sibling to the EV4, will be offered in ‘GT-Line’ and ‘GT-Line S’ trims.
Both trims are offered solely with the 81.4kWh long range battery pack, and delivers a range of up to 380 miles (612km) on a single charge.
The Fastback is powered by a single front-mounted electric motor applying 150kW (201bhp) and 283Nm torque through the front wheels.
The brand’s first ever four-door electric car, the Fastback is based on Kia’s EV architecture, adapted for the EV4’s low profile and compact bodystyle.
The EV4 Fastback can accelerate from 0-100kph in as little as 7.9 seconds, on to a top speed of 169kph.
The Fastback bodystyle also allows the EV4 a boot space of 490 litres.
The Fastback is 300mm longer and 5mm lower than the EV4 in hatchback form, with the difference in length coming from a 300mm rear overhang needed for the swooping roofline and long-tail side profile.
400V technology achieved through Kia’s Electric-Global Modular Platform ensures charging stops, when necessary, are minimal hassle.
The EV4 is able to charge from 10-to-80% in just 29 minutes (31 minutes for long range models) when plugged into a 350kW DC fast charger, and in just 5 hours and 20 minutes on an 11kW AC charger (7 hours and 15 minutes for models with the long range battery).
The kit includes Kia’s new connected car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC), integrated into the dual 12.3-inch display and infotainment screens.
This allows for wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The EV4's displays also integrate an additional 5.3-inch climate control touchscreen, accompanied by physical rocker switches on the centre fascia to control heating and ventilation.
The EV4 Fastback integrates a Kia AI Assistant, powered by ChatGPT, which has been rolled out to existing EV3 models recently.
‘GT-Line S’ models offer premium front relaxation seats, activated via the push of a button.
Ideal for catching forty winks whilst charging or when taking a break from driving, the seats recline almost flat, turning the vehicle into a living room-like space.
