Comparison between:
- 2026 KIA EV4 Fastback 81.4 kWh
- 2027 KIA EV3 Long Range FWD
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2026 KIA EV4 Fastback 81.4 kWh | 2027 KIA EV3 Long Range FWD | |
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| Trim | 81.4 kWh | Long Range FWD |
| Model year | 2026 (MY26) | 2027 (MY27) |
| Market | Europe | North America |
| Price | - | USD 34,990 (USA, Aug 2026) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | - | Crossover |
| Materials | Steel Aluminum | Steel Aluminum |
| Exterior colors | Snow White Pearl Ivory Silver Matte Ivory Silver Metallic Shale Grey Aurora Black Pearl Morning Haze Magma Red Yacht Blue Matte Yacht Blue Metallic | Aurora Black Pearl Snow White Pearl Interstellar Gray Morning Haze Frost Blue |
| Interior colors | Onyx Black & Human Gray Misty Gray & Nougat Brown Espresso Brown & Onyx Black Onyx Black & Off-white | Gray Gray & Smoky Black |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 186.2 in 4730 mm | 169.3 in 4300 mm |
| Width | 73.2 in 1860 mm | 72.8 in 1850 mm |
| Height | 58.3 in 1480 mm | 62.0 in 1575 mm |
| Wheelbase | 111.0 in 2820 mm | 105.5 in 2680 mm |
| Front track | 63.5 in 1614 mm | 63.5 in 1613 mm |
| Rear track | 64.0 in 1625 mm | 63.3 in 1608 mm |
| Front overhang | 32.3 in 820 mm | 31.9 in 810 mm |
| Rear overhang | 42.9 in 1090 mm | 31.9 in 810 mm |
| Clearance | 5.5 in 140 mm | 5.9 in 150 mm |
| Front headroom | 38.7 in 984 mm | 40.0 in 1016 mm |
| Rear headroom | 37.2 in 944 mm | 37.6 in 955 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 56.9 in 1445 mm | 56.8 in 1443 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 55.6 in 1412 mm | 55.1 in 1400 mm |
| Front hip room | - | 54.7 in 1390 mm |
| Rear hip room | - | 53.0 in 1346 mm |
| Front legroom | 45.4 in 1154 mm | 41.7 in 1060 mm |
| Rear legroom | 38.2 in 970 mm | 37.4 in 950 mm |
| Passenger volume | - | 2823.0 l 99.69 ft3 2.82 m3 |
| Total volume | - | 3562.0 l 125.79 ft3 3.56 m3 |
| Trunk volume | 490.0 l 17.30 ft3 0.49 m3 | 739.0 l 26.10 ft3 0.74 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1435.0 l 50.68 ft3 1.44 m3 | 1600.0 l 56.50 ft3 1.60 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | - | 25.0 l 0.88 ft3 0.03 m3 |
| Curb weight | 4210.83 lb 1910 kg | 4155.71 lb 1885 kg |
| Front axle load limit | 2727.12 lb 1237 kg | 2720.5 lb 1234 kg |
| Rear axle load limit | 2656.57 lb 1205 kg | 2667.59 lb 1210 kg |
| Roof load | 176.37 lb 80 kg | 176.37 lb 80 kg |
| Payload | 1003.1 lb 455 kg | 1036.17 lb 470 kg |
| GVWR | 5191.89 lb 2355 kg | 5191.89 lb 2355 kg |
| Towing capacity braked | 2204.62 lb 1000 kg | 2204.62 lb 1000 kg |
| Towing capacity unbraked | 1653.47 lb 750 kg | 1653.47 lb 750 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.23 Cd | 0.263 Cd |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Front | Front |
| Voltage | 400 V | 400 V |
| Power | 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 | 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 |
| Driving modes | Eco Normal Sport Snow My Drive | Eco Normal Sport 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 |
| Total system torque | 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 | 105.6 mph 170.0 km/h | 105.6 mph 170.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 7.90 s | 7.70 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | - | 7.30 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | WLTP, CMB: 382.1 mi / 615.0 km | EPA, CMB: 321.2 mi / 517.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | 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 | EPA, CTY: 131 MPGe EPA, CMB: 29 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 117 MPGe EPA, HWY: 104 MPGe |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | 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 |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 10.86 m 35.63 ft | 10.4 m 34.12 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 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 |
| Drivetrain | 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 Multi-link |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | 12.8 in 325 mm | 12.0 in 305 mm |
| Front disc brake thickness | 0.4 in 10 mm | 1.0 in 25 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 | 7Jx17 ET50 7.5Jx19 ET53 7.5Jx19 ET52 | 7Jx17 ET48 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 215/60R17 96H 215/50R19 97H 215/50R19 97V | 215/60R17 96H |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Battery capacity | 81.4 kWh | 81.4 kWh |
| Battery capacity in Ah | 237.3 Ah | 237.3 Ah |
| Type | Lithium-Ion | Lithium-Ion |
| Battery voltage | 343 V | 343 V |
| Weight | 1047.2 lb 475 kg | 1036.17 lb 470 kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Thermal Management | - | Liquid-based coolant circulation PTC battery heater |
| 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 2 CCS2 | NACS |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 6.9 kW AC 10.5 kW DC 128 kW | AC 11 kW DC 128 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, 0:31 DC 50 kW, 1:19 AC 10.5 kW, 7:15 AC 6.9 kW, 32:10 | DC 128 kW, 0:31 DC 50 kW, 1:19 AC 11 kW, 7:00 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | - | - |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | - | Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) |
| 2026 KIA EV4 Fastback 81.4 kWh | 2027 KIA EV3 Long Range FWD |