Kia continues to expand its high-performance electric lineup, and for the first time, the EV4 GT Sedan has been caught testing on a U.S. road in Arizona. Spotted by our colleagues at @chrisediting, the EV4 GT was seen with a new pair of front sport seats, yellow seatbelts and yellow stitching as well as new alloy wheels.
Kia EV4 GT: A Glimpse into the Future
The EV4 GT will significantly differentiate itself from the standard EV4, which features a front-wheel-drive layout. The GT model, on the other hand, will utilize a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system, enhancing both performance and driving dynamics.
Performance and Specifications: What to Expect
While exact specifications remain under wraps, we can draw comparisons with Kia’s other GT models. The EV6 GT, for example, boasts a powerful combination of a 270 kW (367 hp) rear motor and a 160 kW (218 hp) front motor, delivering a total output of 450 kW (585 hp). This setup allows the EV6 GT to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in just 3.5 seconds, with a top speed of 260 km/h. If Kia follows a similar formula, the EV4 GT could offer a performance level placing it among the most exciting electric sedans in its class.
Additionally, the EV4 GT is expected to feature a battery capacity in the range of 81.4 kWh, aligning it with Kia’s other high-performance EVs.
Aggressive Design and Sporty Details
Spy shots of the EV4 GT reveal some notable design tweaks compared to the standard model. The high-performance variant sports a more aggressive front bumper design and larger 19-inch wheels, compared to the base model’s smaller setup optimized for efficiency. Interestingly, the test vehicle appears to be fitted with wheels from the Hyundai IONIQ 6 facelift, suggesting that final production components are still being tested.
Expanding Kia’s GT Portfolio
The introduction of the EV4 GT marks another step in Kia’s push to establish itself as a key player in the performance EV market. Alongside the upcoming EV9 GT and the recently spied EV3 GT, the EV4 GT will ensure that Kia offers a range of high-performance electric vehicles catering to different customer needs.
Conclusion
Kia’s commitment to innovation and high-performance electric mobility is evident with the development of the EV4 GT. With its dual-motor setup, aggressive styling, and likely impressive performance figures, the EV4 GT could be a serious contender in the performance EV segment.
