Kia EV4 (Sedan) vs Ford “Model T moment”

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thumb image Kia EV4 (Sedan) US$ 35,000
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thumb image Ford “Model T moment” US$ 35,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Kia Ford
Model EV4 (Sedan) Midsize 4-door electric pickup (first vehicle on Ford’s Universal EV Platform)
Vehicle Type Electric Compact Sedan Electric pickup (midsize)
Trims Light / Wind / GT-Line TBD
Release Date 2025 2027 (targeted)
Status Upcoming / In production 2027 (targeted) • : Announced / Planned (platform + factory retool confirmed)
Made In South Korea Louisville Assembly Plant, Kentucky, USA
Body Type 4-door Sedan Pickup with frunk + cargo bed
Vehicle Warranty 8 years / 160,000 km battery warranty yrs / 36,000 miles (vehicle, typical Ford); 8 yrs / 100,000 miles (EV battery)
Colors Morning Haze, Snow White Pearl, Yacht Matte Blue, Shale Grey, Magma Red, Ivory Silver TBD

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor TBD (expected RWD base; optional AWD)
Horsepower 201 hp (150 kW) TBD
Torque 283 Nm TBD
Acceleration 0–100 km/h in ~7.4 sec 4.5–5.5 sec (estimate)
Top Speed 170 km/h TBD
Range 430–630 km (WLTP, depending on battery) 200–260 miles (estimate, depends on battery)
Drivetrain Front-Wheel Drive RWD (base), AWD (optional)

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type Lithium-ion LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate), U.S.-made
Battery Capacity 58.3 kWh / 81.4 kWh 50–55 kWh (estimate)
Power Consumption 14–16 kWh/100 km TBD
Battery Warranty 8 years / 160,000 km 8 yrs / 100,000 miles
Home Charging Speed 11 kW AC TBD (Level 2 expected ~7–11 kW)
Supercharging Speed 10–80% in ~30 min TBD
DC Fast Charging Speed Peak ~180–200 kW TBD (~100–150 kW expected)
Miles of Range added Per Hour 40–60 km (AC), ~300 km in 30 min (DC) TBD
Charging Time 5–7 hours (AC), ~30 min (DC 10–80%) 35–45 min (estimate on fast charge)
Charging Connector Type CCS2 (Europe/Asia), NACS (US) Likely NACS (Ford confirmed switch by 2025)
Home Charging Options Level 1 / Level 2 Wallbox + portable charger (expected)
Onboard Charger Power 11 kW TBD

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length 4,730 mm TBD (midsize, similar to Ranger/Maverick)
Width 1,860 mm TBD
Height 1,480 mm TBD
Wheelbase 2,820 mm TBD
Ground Clearance 145 mm C
Cargo Space 490 L Frunk + cargo bed (volumes TBD; Ford claims more passenger space than Toyota RAV4)
Curb Weight 1,850–1,900 kg TBD
No. of Doors 4 4
Seating Capacity 5 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type Alloy TBD
Wheel Size 17″ / 19″ TBD
Front Tire 225/55R17 TBD
Rear Tire 225/55R17 TBD

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric Power Steering Electric power steering (expected)
Transmission Single-Speed Automatic Single-speed automatic (typical BEV)
Turning Radius 5.5 m (est.) TBD
Gear Box Single-Speed Reduction Single-speed e-gearbox
Front Suspension MacPherson Strut TBD
Rear Suspension Multi-Link TBD

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Highway Driving Assist 2 Ford BlueCruise-like driver assistance (expected)
Navigation System Yes Ford Connected Navigation / FordPass (expected)
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes Yes (expected)
Climate Control Dual-Zone Auto Climate with Heat Pump (optional) TBD
Auxiliary Auto Input USB / Bluetooth TBD
Over The Air Updates Yes Yes (confirmed)
Keyless Start Yes TBD
Keyless Entry Digital Key 2.0 TBD
Heated Steering Wheel Yes TBD
Panoramic Sunroof Yes TBD
Apple Car Play Yes Likely supported
Android Auto Yes Likely supported
Touchscreen 30″ Panoramic Dual Display TBD
WiFi & Hotspot Yes Expected
Bluetooth Yes Expected
MP3 Player Yes TBD
No. Of Speakers Up to 12 (Premium audio option) TBD

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System Regenerative + Hydraulic Disc TBD
Front Brakes Ventilated Disc TBD
Rear Brakes Disc TBD
Brake Assist Yes TBD
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags 9 Yes
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Yes Likely
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Yes Likely
Multiple Cameras Yes (360° view) Yes (rear/360 on higher trims)
Blind Spot Monitoring Yes TBD
Multi-Terrain Monitor Yes TBD
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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