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2026 Kia EV4 preview: price, specs, release date in Australia
Kia’s rapid global rollout of electric cars is showing no signs of slowing down, with the leading Korean brand confirming pricing and specifications for the latest electric car it no doubt hopes will keep it competitive with sales leaders Tesla and BYD.
The Kia EV4 will be priced from $49,990 plus on-road costs and will join the brand’s fast-growing electric range which includes the award-winning EV9 large SUV, the sleek EV6, EV5 medium SUV and compact EV3 SUV.
While a hatch is available overseas, Australian buyers will only be offered the sedan, which will be sold in three trim levels - Air, ($49,990 plus ORCs), Earth ($59,190 plus ORCs) and GT-Line ($64,690 plus ORCs), all powered by a single motor in front-wheel drive configuration.
It will line up with the Kia EV5 mid-size SUV which was 2025's fourth best-selling electric vehicle, and help the brand compete against a surge of Chinese brands entering the local new car market which have arrived with aggressive pricing and compelling value.
Small electric vehicles from ambitious Chinese brands including the newly arrived BYD Atto 1 and BYD Atto 2, MG4 and GWM Ora are already among Australia’s cheapest electric cars on sale but it is mid-size electric SUVs like the Tesla Model Y and BYD Sealion 7 which are the most popular, with sedans sales on the decline.
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How much does a Kia EV4 cost?
Pricing has been confirmed for the Kia EV4 sedan and will see the Air grade priced as the most affordable in the line-up at $49,990 plus on-road costs. It will take its power from a 58.3kWh battery, promising electric driving range of 456km (WLTP).
Both the EV4 Earth and EV4 GT-Line are powered by a larger 81.4kWh battery for great driving range which is claimed at 612km (WLTP). They are priced at $59,190 (plus ORCs) and $64,690 (plus ORCs) respectively.
Warranty and aftersales offerings are expected to mirror the EV3 which is available with a seven-year/unlimited-kilometre vehicle warranty and an eight-year/150,000-kilometre warranty on the battery.
This pricing will see the EV4 sedan competitively against the Tesla Model 3, which was Australia's third best selling electric vehicle last year and costs from $54,900 plus on-road costs. It will also compete with popular hybrid cars including the Toyota Corolla and Toyota Camry.
The Kia EV4 is priced from $49,990 plus on-road costs, putting it in competition with many other leading EVs and hybrids
What is the range of the Kia EV4?
Kia has confirmed that the EV4 Air featuring 58.3kWh battery will have a 456km driving range based on the WLTP cycle, positioning it to be a great option for daily commuting and longer weekend road trips for families, couples and singles. The larger 81.4kWh battery will allow the mid spec Earth and top-spec GT-ine to reach 612km between charges, so these models will offer the greatest driving range of all Kia EVs on sale in Australia.
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Kia EV4 exterior design
The styling of Kia’s EV6, EV9, EV5 and EV3 electric range has won plaudits for its edgy and futuristic appearance, so expect much of Kia’s ‘Opposites United’ design philosophy to translate well in the metal to the more traditional body types of the EV4.
Initial images of the EV4 sedan showcased a more aggressive design compared to the similarly-sized K4 which arrived in Australia in early 2025 to replace the Cerato. Combined with the vertically-styled tail lights, the EV4 sedan has an SUV-like appearance and wider looking rear than the Tesla Model 3 and BYD Seal passenger cars.
The 2025 Kia EV4 GT-Line, with a wider-looking rear providing a more SUV-like appearance.
What is the interior of the Kia EV4 like?
The interior finish and features of the Kia EV4 are expected to largely mirror that of the EV3.
The Kia EV3 features an array of recycled and sustainable materials, from recycled plastic in the dash and carpet to bio-paint on select interior finishes.
The EV4 may borrow the same set up as the EV3 when it comes to infotainment and displays. Kia EV3 models feature dual 12.5-inch digital screens - one for the instrument cluster, the other for infotainment - with an additional 5-inch screen dedicated to the climate control functions.
The Kia EV4 offers the longest driving range of any Kia EV
How will the Kia EV4 compare to the Kia EV3?
The Kia EV3 has impressed with its efficiency and edgy design, and the EV4 is likely to build on these strengths with enhanced driving range a key feature. Given the EV4 shares its technology and drivetrain with the EV3, including motor and batteries, expect similar levels of finish and features including practical storage solutions.
Like the EV3, the EV4 has also been given Kia Australia's localisation forcus, resulting in a bespoke ried and handling tune that Kia says address Australian road conditions.
When does the Kia EV4 go on sale in Australia?
The Kia EV4 will arrive in Australia in January 2026.
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