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Kia · 2026BEVBattery Electric
EV4
A 612 km electric sedan — Kia's answer to the Model 3
The EV4 is Kia's new electric sedan, confirmed for the UAE during 2026 by Al Majid Motors. Its 81.4 kWh long-range pack delivers 612 km WLTP — among the longest of any mid-price electric sedan — a practical Model 3 alternative backed by Kia's deep Gulf network.
- 470
- PLANNED KM
- 201
- HP
- 7.4s
- 0-100
- 128
- kW DC
A closer look
In detail
Source: EV Gulf generated editorial visual — verified model photography pending
A clearer buying decision
Availability and regional dealers
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Your market
Kuwait
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Confirmed markets
UAE
Al Majid Motors
Through members' eyes
Kia EV4, as people actually see it
The photos above are the manufacturer's: studio light, retouched. These came off members' phones — in the street, in a showroom, in an owner's driveway.
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Technical Specs
- Official range
- 612 km
- Real Range (Gulf-tested)
- 470 km
- Power
- 201 HP
- Torque
- TBA
- 0-100 km/h
- 7.4 s
- Top Speed
- TBA
- Battery Capacity
- 81.4 kWh
- DC Fast Charging
- 128 kW
- AC Charging
- 11 kW
- Fast-charge time (10–80%)
- TBA
WLTP
Price reference for comparison
Approximate price reference
12,500 KWDto 16,700 KWD
≈ EstimatedUpdated August 2026
This is an indicative new-model range by market and trim, not the price of a vehicle listed on EV Gulf.
An in-app alert the moment the Gulf price moves or appears.
In the Gulf
Pros and cons from Gulf-specific experience (heat · Ramadan · infrastructure)
Gulf Pros
- 612 km WLTP — class-leading range at a mid price
- Kia's Gulf network is among the widest in the region
- A true sedan with a boot — not another SUV
Watch out for
- Official UAE price not yet announced
- 201 hp — family pace, not sporty
- 128 kW DC ceiling on a 400 V system
📖 Complete Owner's Guide for Kia EV4
Voice commands matched to the car's actual market and language · Gulf tips · hidden hacks · ADAS · quick tasks.
Guide to charging
What to know about charging your Kia EV4 in the Gulf.
Home charging · AC
11 kW
~ 8 hours from 0 to 100%
Ideal for overnight charging. The right Wallbox power depends on your market's electricity supply.
Size your home charger →Fast charging · DC
128 kW
Compatibility depends on the car variant's port and the network. Check the connector and operator app before travelling; heat may reduce charging speed.
Charging cost (estimate)
2.035 KWD
Full charge at home
An estimate based on home electricity rates in your market. Public charging usually costs more but is much faster.
Explore charging stations
Open the map to verify the connector, compatibility, and status source for each station before travelling.
Open the charging map →What would your week with EV4 look like?
Try your daily driving and estimate energy, charging time and cost. No account or location sharing needed.
Indicative home rate for Kuwait; adjust to your bill.
Weekly driving
410 km50Day 1
50Day 2
50Day 3
50Day 4
50Day 5
80Day 6
80Day 7
- Energy from charger
- 78.9 kWh
- Equivalent 20–80% sessions
- 2
- Estimated time plugged in
- 11.3 hours
- Weekly energy cost
- KWD 0.158
How is this calculated?
Five regular days and two days off. Listed Gulf range: 470 km; battery: 81.4 kWh. Assumed charging efficiency: 90%. Home time uses the lower of charger and vehicle AC power; public charging assumes half peak power on average. Sessions are rounded-up weekly equivalents to replenish consumption, not a first-week itinerary; starting charge and habits change visit counts. Time excludes queues and travel to chargers. Heat, speed and air conditioning affect results.
Practical tips for Gulf drivers
EV ownership in the Gulf brings heat, Ramadan, sand and long roads. These are general practical tips; each model’s experience depends on its variant and market.
Prayer times and charging
Choose a compatible station near your destination, and check access hours and operating status in the operator app before arrival.
Ramadan
Check station occupancy in the operator app and choose a quieter time when possible.
Sand and dust
Inspect the charge port and cooling vents after dusty conditions, and follow your car’s cleaning schedule.
Cross-border travel
For trips between Kuwait and Saudi Arabia, use verified compatible chargers on your route, with a backup stop and a safe arrival reserve.
Insurance and maintenance
Compare insurance and maintenance schedules for the specific model and dealer. Prices and intervals vary between vehicles.
EV Gulf Score
68
/ 100
Heat range35%66
Charging25%39
Value20%75
Dealer support20%100
How the score works (published formula)
A weighted average of four pillars from catalogue data only: Heat range 35% (from the Real-Range Index), Charging 25% (power + 10–80% time), Value 20% (price vs its body-class median), Dealer support 20% (Gulf markets with an official dealer). A pillar with no data is dropped and weights renormalise — no number is invented. Pure EVs only.
Real-Range Index
66
/ 100
Summer real range · 45°C
338–418 km
Typically ~402 km — that's 66% of the 612 km rated range.
Based on a vetted Gulf real-world range + the published heat model.
Method & rankingBattery health
estimated100%Excellent
This year's model — the pack is near full capacity.
81.4 kWh
Battery registry — method & reportsAt 130 km/h367 km60% of the official figure — 213 Wh/km · modeled, not measured
Same speed, 45°C summer295 kmHeat Score 66/100 — Strong
A full charge at home≈ 8 hOn a 11 kW wallbox — one overnight
The Field · Real-world
Owner experiences
Real numbers from owners — not the manufacturer's brochure.
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Log your experienceAfter-sales
Official agent in your market
Warranty, servicing and parts run through a factory-appointed agent.
- Agent in Kuwait
- Al-Mutawa Group
- Vehicle warranty
- 7 years
- Battery warranty
- 8 years
Al Rai
Your agent & parts in Kuwait
Hyundai and Kia both officially present in Kuwait, but distributor names not verified in this research.
Warranty: 5 yearsBattery: EV battery typically 8yr/160,000 km (Hyundai/Kia global EV policy); GCC vehicle warranties commonly 5yr/150k km or better — confirm per distributor
Full parts & service guideFrom owners and the community
Kia EV4 discussions
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EV Gulf newsroom — editorial team
Latest Kia news
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Gulf countries where EV4 is currently available
- UAE
Where to buy the EV4
Kia dealers in Kuwait — with official links.
- Al-Mutawa GroupOfficialEV6EV9EV5Al RaiOfficial site
How it stacks up
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Kia EV4 vs its rivals
Same body and powertrain, closest on price
Kia EV4KiaBattery81.4 kWh- GULF RANGE
- 470 km
- DC PEAK
- 128 kW
- 0–100 KM/H
- 7.4 s
- POWER
- 201 hp
- GULF PRICE
- 12,500 KWD
Hyundai Ioniq 6HyundaiBattery84 kWh- GULF RANGE
- 470 km
- DC PEAK
- 350 kW
- 0–100 KM/H
- 7.4 s
- POWER
- 229 hp
- GULF PRICE
- 12,500 KWD
Exeed Exlantix ESExeedBattery97.7 kWh- GULF RANGE
- 620 km
- DC PEAK
- —
- 0–100 KM/H
- 3.7 s
- POWER
- 480 hp
- GULF PRICE
- 12,500 KWD
Avatr 12 EV MaxAvatrBattery98.07 kWh- CLTC RANGE
- 735 km
- DC PEAK
- 560 kW
- 0–100 KM/H
- 4.1 s
- POWER
- 682 hp
- GULF PRICE
- —
Avatr 06 BEV AWDAvatrBattery72.88 kWh- GULF RANGE
- 450 km
- DC PEAK
- —
- 0–100 KM/H
- 3.9 s
- POWER
- 590 hp
- GULF PRICE
- 15,500 KWD
Gulf starting price in KWD, varies by market · range on the stated test cycle
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