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NEW Kia EV4 review – BRILLIANT or POINTLESS? | What Car?

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41 responses to “NEW Kia EV4 review – BRILLIANT or POINTLESS? | What Car?”

  1. @kaanarmutcu6740 Avatar
    @kaanarmutcu6740

    I loved what kia did with their electric designs so far but this is hard to look at.

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    1. @alfrredd Avatar
      @alfrredd

      the fastback version is even worse.

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    2. @krawieck Avatar
      @krawieck

      i think the hatchback looks okay

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    3. @brianiswrong Avatar
      @brianiswrong

      Hyundai kona(2024) driver here.
      I think it looks great in hatch back form😊

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  2. @vp272 Avatar
    @vp272

    Sound is out of time. Probably not going to be a big seller in the UK but may be in other markets. Love the alloys though!

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  3. @ricco123tube Avatar
    @ricco123tube

    On long trips, I used to stop for around 30 minutes every four hours when driving my old diesel. That’s why I don’t get it when journalists insist that faster charging is essential for long journeys, my experience doesn’t match that at all.

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    1. @ryanm347 Avatar
      @ryanm347

      Because most Norml people don’t stop every 30 mins we wanna get somewhere

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    2. @rtfazeberdee3519 Avatar
      @rtfazeberdee3519

      its clickbait. And pointless long trip range tests, unless they do a range test for the 95% of journeys people do, its worthless

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    3. @drzoidbergmd3200 Avatar
      @drzoidbergmd3200

      ​@@ryanm347you may want to reread what the OP wrote

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    4. @aka7kak8 Avatar
      @aka7kak8

      stopping/changing driver after few hours of driving is required for safety and health reasons, but if you plan just 30 minutes for a stop you are very well interested in NO additional delays for charging or even waiting or seeking unoccupied spot.

      a road trip relaxed journey style is fine, but going for business or long distance commute experience is dramatically affected by charging delays or inconveniences.

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    5. @matthewtyler-jones8317 Avatar
      @matthewtyler-jones8317

      @@ryanm347 he stops every four hours which means every 200 – 280 miles

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  4. @LeeJonesNPT Avatar
    @LeeJonesNPT

    Why Kia don’t fit a heat pump as standard is very frustrating and must affect the range available especially in extreme weather conditions, it also somewhat undermines purchasers by not making it obvious its only standard on the top of the range models.

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    1. @GruffSillyGoat Avatar
      @GruffSillyGoat

      Kia does make the heat pump standard in colder countries. Though why add cost to the vehicle when not needed in some target markets with milder climates. In South-West UK where I’m located the additional cost of the heat-pump will never pay for itself.

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  5. @michaellord2844 Avatar
    @michaellord2844

    Just buy used EV6. Better looking car, better charging, better interior, better car…

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    1. @jameslove888 Avatar
      @jameslove888

      And more expensive

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    2. @jgreen9361 Avatar
      @jgreen9361

      And shorter range.

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  6. @colingoode3702 Avatar
    @colingoode3702

    A smaller boot than EV3 does not sell it to me as a do-it-all family car. A bigger car should have a bigger boot. I think Kia have slipped up on this one & the fastback model looks very odd at the rear.

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    1. @leedaq7767 Avatar
      @leedaq7767

      i could live with slight less boot space but if the suspension setup is firmer than EV3 then iam getting EV3. Just going to wait for AIr LR efficiency my final decision

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  7. @Matt-vq8jz Avatar
    @Matt-vq8jz

    Would really appreciate conversions flashing up on the screen. Most of the world are using metric, ie kWH/100km and km. It would take 2 seconds for you in editing to add the text, and would cater to your international audience? Cheers.

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    1. @anemeth9281 Avatar
      @anemeth9281

      Totally agree. Looks like it is beyond their capacity 😂

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  8. @benjaminfinck2477 Avatar
    @benjaminfinck2477

    I really like the review of Will. It’s clear, complete (but not too long) and pleasant to watch. Congratulations to him.

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  9. @matthieumiliton1977 Avatar
    @matthieumiliton1977

    What do you get that you can’t get in the cheaper ev3?

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  10. @OlyMar83 Avatar
    @OlyMar83

    I reckon this would still be cross shopped against the model 3.
    Actually a great design.

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  11. @urbanstrencan Avatar
    @urbanstrencan

    This new KIA EV4 is just brilliant the new Golf of the electric car world (at least until VW gives us I’d Golf).
    The hatchback looks simply awesome and I really hope we get a proper hot 4wd GT version 😍.

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    1. @rasherbasher8203 Avatar
      @rasherbasher8203

      😂😂 👍

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    2. @Brian-om2hh Avatar
      @Brian-om2hh

      The ID3 is offered as an electric Golf…..if you need that size and type of car.

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  12. @petewatson9866 Avatar
    @petewatson9866

    Who ever charges to 100% on a fast charger? Always up to 80% then it slows down

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    1. @brianhansen6477 Avatar
      @brianhansen6477

      Those who want to calculate the exact consumption for a Youtube video

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  13. @adilator Avatar
    @adilator

    Your tesla comparisons are useless, most people don’t want a tesla because of the company reputation and awful interiors. It’s not just about range.

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    1. @shortfattoad7317 Avatar
      @shortfattoad7317

      Correct, if it was about range then Ionic 5 or just plain diesel. I can drive for 900kms without having the need to ‘recharge’ the tank. I want to stop when it suits me, not the car.

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  14. @stephenclay6852 Avatar
    @stephenclay6852

    I’m currently an EV3 driver and attended the launch of this car. My opinion is I do like the look of the car much better than the fastback version. I do prefer to sit a bit higher than this car offers and the boot is bigger in my EV3 . As for the range both the EV3 and the EV4 are more than adequate for everyday driving. I think it’s good that you have a choice between the cars. When the EV2 and EV5 are on sale to complete the range then that should give buyers a great choice.

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    1. @anemeth9281 Avatar
      @anemeth9281

      The EV5 has already been on sale for more than a year in China. I saw a lot in Cape Verde half year ago

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    2. @stephenclay6852 Avatar
      @stephenclay6852

      ⁠y@@anemeth9281yes but not yet here in the uk. They are taking pre orders. When I saw this car at the Kia experience event I really liked it but to big for our needs.

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    3. @oov55 Avatar
      @oov55

      great review. “Comfort Seats” : if you’re an 8 year old no problem. If you a large man, especially one that works out on your legs – bolstered seats are a nightmare. This car isn’t sedate and handsome – unfortunately, it has the vulgar touches of Chinese cars, shame. Screens in cars are just like Laptops – prone to icon hell. So, why not allow each user to have only what they really want displayed 98% of the time ? Most will not be watching/listening YTube on the Autobahn; 70% of drivers don’t use Apple. The Driver’s mid storage looks awkward and inconvenient – strange Kia messed that up. Positives: it’s a KIA and not Chinese rubbish so spares, Warranty , Service and the security of knowing your Family will not die in an electrical fire/explosion – is comforting.
      Did I mention it was a bit ugly? KIA usually do a fair job of NOT designing cars like kid’s trainers… oh well.

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    4. @BazzaMarama Avatar
      @BazzaMarama

      ⁠​⁠@@oov55are you inferring ALL Chinese cars are ‘rubbish’?

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  15. @MurphyKM Avatar
    @MurphyKM

    Great review

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  16. @matthewnightingale4675 Avatar
    @matthewnightingale4675

    I don’t think Kia really needed this model considering the cars they already offer

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  17. @vpnconsult Avatar
    @vpnconsult

    Love that it’s not a crossover.

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  18. @jamiep61 Avatar
    @jamiep61

    I enjoyed watching the video review 😊

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  19. @ndychung007 Avatar
    @ndychung007

    I’m ok with EV4. It’s not the only EV from Kia. Choices of designs are good. Based on Korean reviews, driving dynamic of EV4 is better than EV3 as well.

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  20. @Hiker8886 Avatar
    @Hiker8886

    I really like the hatchback. I hope they bring it to Canada but I heard we will only get the sedan. I would buy one if it’s made anywhere but the usa!

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