Comparison between:
- 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 1st
- 2026 KIA EV4 Fastback 58.3 kWh
- 2026 KIA EV4 58.3 kWh
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) | - | Hatchback |
| Materials | Steel Aluminium | Steel Aluminum | Steel Aluminum |
| Exterior colors | Blue Dusk Metallic Gletcherwhite Metallic Honey Yellow Metallic Mangangray Metallic | Snow White Pearl Ivory Silver Matte Ivory Silver Metallic Shale Grey Aurora Black Pearl Morning Haze Magma Red Yacht Blue Matte Yacht Blue Metallic | Snow White Pearl Ivory Silver Matte Ivory Silver Metallic Shale Grey Aurora Black Pearl Morning Haze Magma Red Yacht Blue Matte Yacht Blue Metallic |
| Interior colors | Platinum Grey - Florence-Braun | Onyx Black & Human Gray Misty Gray & Nougat Brown Espresso Brown & Onyx Black Onyx Black & Off-white | Onyx Black & Human Gray Misty Gray & Nougat Brown Espresso Brown & Onyx Black Onyx Black & Off-white |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 180.5 in 4584 mm | 186.2 in 4730 mm | 174.4 in 4430 mm |
| Width | 72.9 in 1852 mm | 73.2 in 1860 mm | 73.2 in 1860 mm |
| Height | 64.2 in 1631 mm | 58.3 in 1480 mm | 58.5 in 1485 mm |
| Wheelbase | 109.1 in 2771 mm | 111.0 in 2820 mm | 111.0 in 2820 mm |
| Front track | 62.5 in 1587 mm | 63.5 in 1614 mm | 63.5 in 1614 mm |
| Rear track | 61.7 in 1567 mm | 64.0 in 1625 mm | 64.0 in 1625 mm |
| Front overhang | - | 32.3 in 820 mm | 32.3 in 820 mm |
| Rear overhang | - | 42.9 in 1090 mm | 31.1 in 790 mm |
| Clearance | - | 5.5 in 140 mm | 5.5 in 140 mm |
| Minimum clearance | 8.3 in 210 mm | - | - |
| Front headroom | - | 38.7 in 984 mm | 38.7 in 984 mm |
| Rear headroom | - | 37.2 in 944 mm | 37.9 in 963 mm |
| Front shoulder room | - | 56.9 in 1445 mm | 56.9 in 1445 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | - | 55.6 in 1412 mm | 55.6 in 1412 mm |
| Front legroom | 41.1 in 1044 mm | 45.4 in 1154 mm | 45.4 in 1154 mm |
| Rear legroom | 37.6 in 955 mm | 38.2 in 970 mm | 38.2 in 970 mm |
| Trunk volume | 543.0 l 19.18 ft3 0.54 m3 | 490.0 l 17.30 ft3 0.49 m3 | 435.0 l 15.36 ft3 0.43 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1575.0 l 55.62 ft3 1.57 m3 | 1435.0 l 50.68 ft3 1.44 m3 | 1415.0 l 49.97 ft3 1.42 m3 |
| Curb weight | 4517.27 lb 2049 kg | 4012.41 lb 1820 kg | 3992.57 lb 1811 kg |
| Front axle load limit | 2579.41 lb 1170 kg | - | - |
| Rear axle load limit | 3395.12 lb 1540 kg | - | - |
| Roof load | 165.35 lb 75 kg | 176.37 lb 80 kg | 176.37 lb 80 kg |
| Payload | 1347.02 lb 611 kg | - | 1011.92 lb 459 kg |
| GVWR | 5864.3 lb 2660 kg | - | 5004.49 lb 2270 kg |
| Towing capacity braked | 2204.62 lb 1000 kg | 1102.31 lb 500 kg | 1102.31 lb 500 kg |
| Towing capacity unbraked | 1653.47 lb 750 kg | 1102.31 lb 500 kg | 1102.31 lb 500 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.28 Cd | 0.23 Cd | 0.27 Cd |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | Volkswagen | - | - |
| Model | APP 310 | - | - |
| Electric motor type | Brushless DC Motor (BLDC) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Rear | Front | Front |
| Voltage | - | 400 V | 400 V |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | - | 5200 - 9600 rpm | 5200 - 9600 rpm |
| Torque | 310 Nm 31.6 kgm 228.6 ft-lb | 283 Nm 28.9 kgm 208.7 ft-lb | 283 Nm 28.9 kgm 208.7 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | - | 5000 rpm | 5000 rpm |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | - | Eco Normal Sport Snow My Drive | Eco Normal Sport Snow My Drive |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps |
| Total system torque | 310 Nm 31.6 kgm 228.6 ft-lb | 283 Nm 28.9 kgm 208.7 ft-lb | 283 Nm 28.9 kgm 208.7 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 99.4 mph 160.0 km/h | 105.6 mph 170.0 km/h | 105.6 mph 170.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 8.50 s | 7.70 s | 7.40 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | EPA, CMB: 250.0 mi / 402.3 km WLTP, CMB: 308.2 mi / 496.0 km | WLTP, CMB: 264.1 mi / 425.0 km WLTP, CMB: 273.4 mi / 440.0 km | WLTP, CMB: 264.1 mi / 425.0 km WLTP, CMB: 273.4 mi / 440.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | NEDC, CMB: 16.2 kWh/100 km EPA, CTY: 104 MPGe EPA, CMB: 35 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 97 MPGe EPA, HWY: 89 MPGe WLTP, CMB: 18.2 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CTY: 10.7 kWh/100 km WLTP, CTY: 11.6 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 14.9 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 16.2 kWh/100 km WLTP, HWY: 19.5 kWh/100 km WLTP, HWY: 21.2 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CTY: 10.7 kWh/100 km WLTP, CTY: 11.6 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 14.7 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 16.2 kWh/100 km WLTP, HWY: 19.5 kWh/100 km WLTP, HWY: 21.2 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | A+ | A | A |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 10.2 m 33.46 ft | 10.86 m 35.63 ft | 10.86 m 35.63 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 3.5 | 2.66 | 2.66 |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Rear-wheel drive (RWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Axle ratio | - | 11.55 | 11.55 |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | - | Independent MacPherson strut | Independent MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension | - | Independent 4-link | Independent 4-link |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | - | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | - | 12.0 in 305 mm | 12.0 in 305 mm |
| Front disc brake thickness | - | 0.4 in 10 mm | 0.4 in 10 mm |
| Rear brakes | - | Discs | Discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | - | 11.8 in 300 mm | 11.8 in 300 mm |
| Rear disc brake thickness | - | 0.4 in 10 mm | 0.4 in 10 mm |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 8Jx20 9Jx20 | 7Jx17 ET50 7.5Jx19 ET53 7.5Jx19 ET52 | 7Jx17 ET50 7.5Jx19 ET53 7.5Jx19 ET52 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 230/50R20 255/45R20 | 215/60R17 96H 215/50R19 97H 215/50R19 97V | 215/60R17 96H 215/50R19 97H 215/50R19 97V |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Usable (net) battery capacity | 77 kWh | - | - |
| Total (gross) battery capacity | 82 kWh | - | - |
| Battery capacity | - | 58.3 kWh | 58.3 kWh |
| Battery capacity in Ah | - | 158.2 Ah | 158.2 Ah |
| Manufacturer | LG Chem | - | - |
| Type | NCM712 | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | - | - |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.6 V - 3.7 V | - | - |
| Cell max charge voltage | 4.2 V | - | - |
| Cell min discharge voltage | 2.5 V - 3 V | - | - |
| Battery voltage | - | 369 V | 369 V |
| Weight | 1086.88 lb 493 kg | 826.73 lb 375 kg | 826.73 lb 375 kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Additional information | - | 12V battery capacity - 60 Ah | 12V battery capacity - 60 Ah |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Type 1 CCS1 Type 2 CCS2 | Type 2 CCS2 | Type 2 CCS2 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 11 kW DC 125 kW AC 11 kW DC 125 kW | AC 6.9 kW AC 10.5 kW DC 101 kW | AC 6.9 kW AC 10.5 kW DC 101 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | - | DC 350 kW, 0:29 DC 50 kW, 0:55 AC 10.5 kW, 5:20 AC 6.9 kW, 23:10 | DC 350 kW, 0:29 DC 50 kW, 0:55 AC 10.5 kW, 5:20 AC 6.9 kW, 23:10 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Towing bracket (S) Adaptive Cruise Control with Stop & Go (S) Driver and front passenger airbags (S) Drowsiness detection (S) e-Sound (S) eCall Emergency call service (S) Electronic immobilizer (S) First aid kit, warning triangle and safety vest (S) Foldable trailer hitch with electrical release (S) Front Assist with pedestrian and cyclist detection (S) Front head and side airbags with center airbag (S) IQ.Drive assist (S) ISOFIX (S) Keyless start system without safe securing (S) Lane Keep Assist (S) Parking aid (S) Rain sensor (S) Rear view camera system (S) Three-point automatic seat belts at the front with height adjustment and tensioners (S) Tire control display (S) Traffic sign recognition (S) Warning sound and light for front and rear seatbelts not fastened (S) Wheel locks with extended theft protection (S) 10-inch Discover Pro Max display (S) 5.3-inch digital instrument cluster (S) App-Connect including App-Connect Wireless for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (S) Car2X (S) DAB + digital radio reception (S) Discover Pro navigation (S) Diversity antenna for FM reception (S) Hello ID. voice control (S) 7 x speakers (S) Telephone interface (S) 2 x USB Type-C ports at the front (S) 2 x USB Type-C ports on the rear center console (S) Voice control (S) We Connect Start online services (S) 2-zone Climatronic system (S) Heat pump (S) Armrests for front seats (S) Asymmetrical folding of rear seats (S) Center console with interchangeable inserts for cup holders and storage compartments (S) Heated front seats (S) Heated steering wheel (S) Multi-function, leather-wrapped steering wheel (S) Heated automatic washer jets on windscreen (S) Heated windscreen (S) Laminated safety glass for the windscreen (S) Silver anodized roof rails (S) Tinted rear windows (S) Wirelessly heated, infrared reflecting, noise insulating windscreen (S) Aspherical exterior mirror on driver's side (S) Auto-dimming rear-view mirror (S) Convex exterior mirror on front passenger's side (S) Electrically adjustable, foldable and heated exterior mirrors (S) Lit make-up mirror on sunvisors (S) 30-color ambient lighting (S) LED headlights (S) LED taillights (S) Light Assist high beam control (S) ArtVelours micro-fleece (S) Synthetic leather on door and side paneling (S) Textile floor mats front and back (S) | - | - |
| 2021 Volkswagen ID.4 1st | 2026 KIA EV4 Fastback 58.3 kWh | 2026 KIA EV4 58.3 kWh |


