Ford “Model T moment” vs Kia EV4 (Sedan)

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thumb image Ford “Model T moment” US$ 35,000
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thumb image Kia EV4 (Sedan) US$ 35,000

BASIC INFO

Brand Ford Kia
Model Midsize 4-door electric pickup (first vehicle on Ford’s Universal EV Platform) EV4 (Sedan)
Vehicle Type Electric pickup (midsize) Electric Compact Sedan
Trims TBD Light / Wind / GT-Line
Release Date 2027 (targeted) 2025
Status 2027 (targeted) • : Announced / Planned (platform + factory retool confirmed) Upcoming / In production
Made In Louisville Assembly Plant, Kentucky, USA South Korea
Body Type Pickup with frunk + cargo bed 4-door Sedan
Vehicle Warranty yrs / 36,000 miles (vehicle, typical Ford); 8 yrs / 100,000 miles (EV battery) 8 years / 160,000 km battery warranty
Colors TBD Morning Haze, Snow White Pearl, Yacht Matte Blue, Shale Grey, Magma Red, Ivory Silver

PERFORMANCE

Motor Type TBD (expected RWD base; optional AWD) Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor
Horsepower TBD 201 hp (150 kW)
Torque TBD 283 Nm
Acceleration 4.5–5.5 sec (estimate) 0–100 km/h in ~7.4 sec
Top Speed TBD 170 km/h
Range 200–260 miles (estimate, depends on battery) 430–630 km (WLTP, depending on battery)
Drivetrain RWD (base), AWD (optional) Front-Wheel Drive

BATTERY AND CHARGING

Battery Type LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate), U.S.-made Lithium-ion
Battery Capacity 50–55 kWh (estimate) 58.3 kWh / 81.4 kWh
Power Consumption TBD 14–16 kWh/100 km
Battery Warranty 8 yrs / 100,000 miles 8 years / 160,000 km
Home Charging Speed TBD (Level 2 expected ~7–11 kW) 11 kW AC
Supercharging Speed TBD 10–80% in ~30 min
DC Fast Charging Speed TBD (~100–150 kW expected) Peak ~180–200 kW
Miles of Range added Per Hour TBD 40–60 km (AC), ~300 km in 30 min (DC)
Charging Time 35–45 min (estimate on fast charge) 5–7 hours (AC), ~30 min (DC 10–80%)
Charging Connector Type Likely NACS (Ford confirmed switch by 2025) CCS2 (Europe/Asia), NACS (US)
Home Charging Options Wallbox + portable charger (expected) Level 1 / Level 2
Onboard Charger Power TBD 11 kW

DIMENSION AND WEIGHT

Length TBD (midsize, similar to Ranger/Maverick) 4,730 mm
Width TBD 1,860 mm
Height TBD 1,480 mm
Wheelbase TBD 2,820 mm
Ground Clearance C 145 mm
Cargo Space Frunk + cargo bed (volumes TBD; Ford claims more passenger space than Toyota RAV4) 490 L
Curb Weight TBD 1,850–1,900 kg
No. of Doors 4 4
Seating Capacity 5 5

WHEEL AND TIRES

Wheel Type TBD Alloy
Wheel Size TBD 17″ / 19″
Front Tire TBD 225/55R17
Rear Tire TBD 225/55R17

STEERING AND SUSPENSION

Steering Electric power steering (expected) Electric Power Steering
Transmission Single-speed automatic (typical BEV) Single-Speed Automatic
Turning Radius TBD 5.5 m (est.)
Gear Box Single-speed e-gearbox Single-Speed Reduction
Front Suspension TBD MacPherson Strut
Rear Suspension TBD Multi-Link

TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES

Autopilot Ford BlueCruise-like driver assistance (expected) Highway Driving Assist 2
Navigation System Ford Connected Navigation / FordPass (expected) Yes
Adaptive Cruise Control Yes (expected) Yes
Climate Control TBD Dual-Zone Auto Climate with Heat Pump (optional)
Auxiliary Auto Input TBD USB / Bluetooth
Over The Air Updates Yes (confirmed) Yes
Keyless Start TBD Yes
Keyless Entry TBD Digital Key 2.0
Heated Steering Wheel TBD Yes
Panoramic Sunroof TBD Yes
Apple Car Play Likely supported Yes
Android Auto Likely supported Yes
Touchscreen TBD 30″ Panoramic Dual Display
WiFi & Hotspot Expected Yes
Bluetooth Expected Yes
MP3 Player TBD Yes
No. Of Speakers TBD Up to 12 (Premium audio option)

SAFETY FEATURES

Braking System TBD Regenerative + Hydraulic Disc
Front Brakes TBD Ventilated Disc
Rear Brakes TBD Disc
Brake Assist TBD Yes
Anti Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Automatic Emergency Braking Yes Yes
Power Door Lock Yes Yes
Child Safety Lock Yes Yes
No. Of Airbags Yes 9
Rear Seat Belt Yes Yes
Auto Parking sensors Likely Yes
Crash Sensor Yes Yes
Ultrasonic Sensors Likely Yes
Multiple Cameras Yes (rear/360 on higher trims) Yes (360° view)
Blind Spot Monitoring TBD Yes
Multi-Terrain Monitor TBD Yes
Stability Control Yes Yes
Anti Theft Alarm Yes Yes
Power Mirrors Yes Yes
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert Yes Yes
Lane Keeping Assist Yes Yes
Lane Departure Warning Yes Yes
Rear Parking Aid Yes Yes

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