In less than a week since Kia unveiled its EV4, we are already getting the first look at the sporty GT model.
This GT model is expected to be one of the most affordable electric sports cars and, potentially, the most powerful vehicle from Kia to date. However, the question arises: will it be able to compete with the Tesla Model 3 Performance?
The EV4 is Kia’s first electric sedan and hatchback. During its event dedicated to electric vehicles, the brand showcased four versions of the EV4, including two sedans and two hatchback models, each with standard and GT-Line versions. Now, the high-performance GT model has been spotted for the first time during testing in Korea.
This is Kia’s electric sports car
The camouflaged model, recorded by HealerTV, seems to have 20-inch sporty wheels, giving it a look similar to the K8. As for technology, the interior will feature Kia’s new ccNC (Connected Navigation Cockpit), which will include dual 12.3-inch screens and wireless compatibility with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
The EV4 GT is expected to feature a dual-motor AWD powertrain, although exact specifications will be revealed closer to its official launch. In comparison, the EV6 GT has 576 horsepower and can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 3.4 seconds.
Therefore, it is likely that the Kia EV4 GT will exceed these figures, in addition to offering an estimated price that would range between $50,000 and $55,000, more affordable than many electric sports cars on the market.
To put this in perspective, the Tesla Model 3 Performance AWD has a starting price of $54,990 and offers 510 horsepower, reaching 100 km/h in just 2.9 seconds. The competition in the electric sports car sector is booming, and the EV4 GT could attract many consumers with competitive features and pricing.