Kia commenced official production of its first EU-manufactured electric vehicle. The Kia EV4 hatchback at its Zilina factory in Slovakia. This is a milestone moment as Kia expands its portfolio of EVs customized for the European market. Reflecting the company’s investment in sustainable mobility with local manufacture.
Kia EV4: State-of-the-Art Zilina Plant Upgrade
Kia spent €108 million to upgrade its Zilina plant. Readying it to produce EVs alongside current hybrid and combustion vehicles. The factory, which has been in production since 2004, has an annual capacity for 350,000 units. It will now churn out the EV4 in addition to the Kia XCeed and Sportage vehicles. Contributing to Europe’s shift to electric mobility through state-of-the-art local manufacturing capabilities.
Advanced Electric Technology and Range Options
Based on Hyundai Motor Group’s advanced Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP). The EV4 has two battery options: a default 58.3 kWh battery and an extended 81.4 kWh battery. The bigger pack has a WLTP-certified driving range of up to 391 miles. Making efficient responses to address range anxiety. The EV4 also comes with Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) capabilities. Enabling the vehicle to charge other devices or sell electricity back into the grid, providing extra functionality for users.
Kia EV4: Design Oriented towards European Drivers
Echoing Kia’s ‘Opposites United’ design philosophy, the EV4 is futuristic. Aggressive appearance with sharp lines and aerodynamics. The hatchback is available in eight different outer colors, including an exclusive matte finish. Its lightweight bonnet made of aluminum makes it better for handling. With the overall design attempting to strike hard with European tastes and preferences.
Kia EV4: European EV Market Outlook
The introduction of the EV4 puts Kia firmly in the rapidly expanding European EV market. Building on the success of its previous model, EV3. Kia intends to further expand its electric model range with future models like the EV5 SUV and compact EV2. To address a broad spectrum of customer requirements amid mounting demand for electrification.
ELCTRIK Speaks
Kia’s new EV4 hatchback marks an ambitious next step in EV manufacturing in Europe. With the best available technology, domestically produced quality. European drivers-friendly design, the EV4 is poised to drive Kia’s contribution towards Europe’s green transport future. By launching this model production in Zilina. Kia reinforces its pledge to innovation, sustainability, and customer responsiveness in one of the world’s most important EV markets.
