It's much better! Kia EV4 hatchback released..urgent domestic introduction
Jun 10, 2025
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EV4 also released a hatchback model at the time of its global release. Only sedan models were released in Korea, which caused regret for customers who wanted a hatchback. The hatchback model will be released in the European market soon. The EV4 hatchback has been re-examined by the automotive overseas media Electrek.
Kia expects the hatchback market to be reactivated, starting with EV4, which will be introduced in Europe later this year. The European EV4 is expected to be significantly popular as Kia's first electric hatchback. Kia introduced a total of four EV series, including two sedans and two hatchbacks, at the '2025 EV Day' event held earlier this year. They are all pure electric cars.
EV4 is part of Kia's new entry-level EV lineup, including EV3, EV5, and the upcoming EV2. Kia, which launched its EV4 sedan in Korea, is preparing for a hatchback model in Europe.Starting with EV4, various hatchback models will be released. Kia explains "Secret weaponry that can be used as an alternative to electric vehicles for popular vehicles, including Volkswagen Golf."
Kia European Corporation Vice President Ted Lie recently noted that "in Europe, demand for hatchbacks is still significant" and "Kia will launch a new hatchback series"."
The EV4 hatchback will be available in the UK later this year.Unlike sedans, Kia produces EV4 hatchbacks in Europe. It is the first European electric vehicle to be produced at a plant in Slovakia, Kia.Sedans are produced in Korea and exported to Europe.
Kia will launch EV4 hatchback in the UK in October and spread to other countries.K4 is produced at Kia Mexican plants and exported to Europe in both models, hatchback and sedan.
Kia is currently the third best-selling car brand in the UK. It is only 300 cars ahead of BMW.
He explains that `Kia will not be caught up in price competition with low-cost electric vehicles from China.' Instead, it has set its sights on continuing to drive the "sustainable growth" that has been achieved over the past few years.Kia Europe Sales Up 30% Since 2020. Kia said it launched the EV3 in the UK in January this year and has established itself as a jackpot electric vehicle.
Kia's small electric vehicles sold the most among British passenger EVs in the first quarter. It also ranked fourth in overall sales. Kia brand's UK sales increased 4% this year, selling about 52,000 units between January and May. Currently, Kia's market share is 6.11%, up from 6.05% last year.
Kia EV3 GT-Line Long Range
EV3 starts at $42,500 (about 57.6 million won) in the UK. It offers two battery pack options in 58.3kWh or 81.48kWh capacity.The primary battery has a driving range of up to 434 kilometers based on WLTP. The extended battery option offers 599km of driving distance.
EV3 makes a strong start, followed by EV4 in the second half of the year. In addition, the PV5, Kia's first electric van, will be released. Electrek got off to a sluggish start with only 831 EV4 sold in South Korea in April," he reported.However, this disappointing performance was due to "lack of supplies".
Expectations for EV4 hatchbacks are also growing as EV3 receives a good response in the European market. The EV4 hatchback based on domestic standards is not expected to be released due to overlapping demand with EV3.
Instead, PV5, which can contribute to the diversification of electric vehicles, began pre-contracting on the 9th of this month. As various sheet arrangement configurations are prepared, it is expected to get a good response.
Editor Song Moon-cheol mc.song@carguy.kr
This article was translated by Naver AI translator.
