Kia unveils EV4 Fastback will cost from £41,000

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• EV4 offered with saloon ‘Fastback’ bodystyle

• Kia’s most aerodynamic EV ever made

• Two-grade ‘GT-Line’ and ‘GT-Line S’ line-up

• ‘GT-Line’ 81.4kWh from £40,895 (up to 380 miles of range)

• ‘GT-Line S’ 81.4kWh from £45,395 (up to 380 miles of range)

• Order books open with customer deliveries starting in autumn

Kia has officially announced the UK pricing and specifications for its new EV4 Fastback, a four-door saloon set to hit British roads this autumn.

Starting from £40,895 on-the-road, this latest addition to Kia’s electric vehicle lineup promises a blend of impressive range, cutting-edge technology, and aerodynamic design, available exclusively in ‘GT-Line’ and ‘GT-Line S’ trims.

The EV4 Fastback marks Kia’s foray into the electric saloon segment, building on the brand’s Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP). Both ‘GT-Line’ and ‘GT-Line S’ variants are equipped with an 81.4kWh long-range battery pack, delivering a range of up to 380 miles on a single charge.

Power comes from a front-mounted electric motor producing 150kW (201bhp) and 283Nm of torque, enabling a brisk 0-62mph acceleration in just 7.9 seconds and a top speed of 105mph.

Designed for maximum efficiency, the EV4 Fastback boasts a low drag coefficient of 0.23CD. This is achieved through features such as active air flaps in the front bumper that optimize cooling and aerodynamics, and a near-full body undercover for 82.5% of the car’s underside. The sleek, swooping roofline and extended rear overhang contribute to its aerodynamic prowess, while also providing a practical 490 litres of boot space.

Technologically, the EV4 Fastback is packed with Kia’s latest innovations. Standard features include the new Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC), integrated across dual 12.3-inch infotainment and driver displays. This setup supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto and offers over-the-air (OTA) updates for continuous improvement. An additional 5.3-inch climate control touchscreen, complemented by physical rocker switches, enhances user control.

Perhaps most notably, the EV4 Fastback integrates a Kia AI Assistant, powered by ChatGPT. This voice assistant allows intuitive control of vehicle features, aids in travel planning, suggests points of interest, answers owner manual FAQs, and provides entertainment such as music recommendations and trivia.

For those seeking ultimate comfort and entertainment, ‘GT-Line S’ models offer premium front relaxation seats that recline almost flat at the push of a button. These work in conjunction with two new bespoke entertainment settings: ‘Rest mode’, which creates a tranquil cabin environment by dimming displays and ambient lighting, and ‘Theatre mode’, which optimizes the cabin for media consumption via the central infotainment screen, complete with streaming apps such as Disney+, Netflix, and YouTube.

The EV4 Fastback’s 400V architecture ensures rapid charging capabilities, allowing a 10-to-80% top-up in just 29 minutes (31 minutes for long-range models) when connected to a 350kW DC fast charger. For home charging, an 11kW AC charger will fully replenish the battery in approximately 7 hours and 15 minutes for long-range variants.

Order books for the Kia EV4 Fastback are now open, with the first customer deliveries anticipated in autumn.

As standard, all EV4 Fastback models receive:

• LED headlights, DRLs, high mounted brake lights, rear lights and rear fog lights
• Automatic headlight control
• Electrically adjustable, folding and heated door mirrors with LED indicators
• Body coloured bumpers and gloss black window surround
• Rain-sensing front wipers
• Heated rear window and rear roof spoiler
• Heated front seats
• Heated, manually adjustable, artificial leather steering wheel
• Electric one-touch front windows
• Automatic air conditioning and defog system
• Start/stop button with smart entry system
• Three-screen dashboard layout
  • 12.3-inch driver display
  • 5.3-inch climate control touchscreen
  • 12.3-inch touchscreen navigation system
• Wireless Apple CarPlay™ and Android Auto™, and free 7-years Kia Connect
• Bluetooth® connection
• 2x front USB-C ports (1x media and charging, 1x charging)
• 2x rear USB-C charging ports
• 1x 12V front power socket
• Six-speaker audio system
• eCall system and OTA functionality
• 60:40 split folding rear seats
• Centre console with underneath storage and rear centre armrest with cupholders
• LED front cabin, rear and luggage compartment lights
• Luggage compartment load cover, adjustable floor and net hooks
• Front and rear parking sensors with reversing camera system
• Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist 2.0 – city, pedestrian, cyclist, junction turning/crossing
• Highway Driving Assist 2.0 with Hands-On Detection
• Lane Keep Assist and Lane Follow Assist 2.0 with Hands-On Detection
• Smart Cruise Control 2.0 with stop/go functionality
• Intelligent Speed Limit Assist with manual speed limiter
• Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist with Rear-Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance
• Safe Exit Warning and Driver Attention Warning
• Regenerative Braking Paddle Shifters with iPedal functionality
• Drive Mode Select (Normal, Eco, Sport, MyDrive, Snow)
• Electronic Stability Control and Vehicle Stability Management
• Multi-Collision Braking System
• Height adjustable front seatbelts and all-round 3-point seatbelts with reminder
• All-round height adjustable headrests
• Front, rear, side and curtain airbags with front passenger airbag cut-off switch
• Customisable automatic door locking and unlocking
• Outer rear ISOFIX child seat top tethers and anchor fixings
• Thatcham category 2 security alarm and immobiliser
• Smart key with motion sensor
  

  Dimensions and practicality
  Length	4,730mm
  Width	1,860mm
  Height	1,480mm
  Wheelbase	2,820mm
  Front overhang	820mm
  Rear overhang	1,090mm

   

  Pricing (OTR)
  EV4
  Kia EV4 ‘Air’ 58.3kWh FWD	£34,695
  Kia EV4 ‘Air’ 81.4kWh FWD	£37,695
  Kia EV4 ‘GT-Line’ 81.4kWh FWD	£39,395
  Kia EV4 ‘GT-Line S’ 81.4kWh FWD	£43,895
  EV4 Fastback
  Kia EV4 Fastback ‘GT-Line’ 81.4kWh FWD	£40,895
  Kia EV4 Fastback ‘GT-Line S’ 81.4kWh FWD	£45,395

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