BASIC INFO
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| Brand |
Kia |
Jeep |
| Model |
EV4 (Sedan) |
Cherokee EV (speculative future version) |
| Vehicle Type |
Electric Compact Sedan |
Mid-size SUV (Electric) |
| Trims |
Light / Wind / GT-Line |
Expected – Limited, Overland, Trailhawk, Laredo (based on Jeep’s trim tradition) |
| Release Date |
2025 |
Hybrid confirmed 2026 |
| Status |
Upcoming / In production |
Hybrid revealed |
| Made In |
South Korea |
USA / North America (Stellantis plant) |
| Body Type |
4-door Sedan |
SUV |
| Vehicle Warranty |
8 years / 160,000 km battery warranty |
Likely 3 yrs / 36,000 miles (bumper-to-bumper), 8 yrs / 100,000 miles (battery) |
| Colors |
Morning Haze, Snow White Pearl, Yacht Matte Blue, Shale Grey, Magma Red, Ivory Silver |
Black, White, Silver, Red, Blue, Green (typical Jeep palette) |
PERFORMANCE
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| Motor Type |
Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor |
Dual Permanent Magnet Motors (AWD) – base version may have single |
| Horsepower |
201 hp (150 kW) |
300–400 hp (estimated for EV) |
| Torque |
283 Nm |
450–500 Nm (estimate) |
| Acceleration |
0–100 km/h in ~7.4 sec |
6–7 seconds (speculative) |
| Top Speed |
170 km/h |
180–200 km/h |
| Range |
430–630 km (WLTP, depending on battery) |
500–600 km (WLTP) or ~300–370 miles (EPA est.) |
| Drivetrain |
Front-Wheel Drive |
FWD (base) / AWD (higher trims, Trailhawk, Overland) |
BATTERY AND CHARGING
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| Battery Type |
Lithium-ion |
Lithium-Ion (possibly NMC or LFP depending on trim) |
| Battery Capacity |
58.3 kWh / 81.4 kWh |
90–100 kWh (expected if EV variant launched) |
| Power Consumption |
14–16 kWh/100 km |
18–20 kWh/100 km (estimate) |
| Battery Warranty |
8 years / 160,000 km |
8 years / 100,000 miles |
| Home Charging Speed |
11 kW AC |
11 kW AC (7.5–10 hrs full charge) |
| Supercharging Speed |
10–80% in ~30 min |
150–200 kW DC |
| DC Fast Charging Speed |
Peak ~180–200 kW |
30 min (10–80%) |
| Miles of Range added Per Hour |
40–60 km (AC), ~300 km in 30 min (DC) |
30–35 miles (AC home), ~150–200 miles (DC fast) |
| Charging Time |
5–7 hours (AC), ~30 min (DC 10–80%) |
8–10 hrs (AC), 30–40 min (DC 10–80%) |
| Charging Connector Type |
CCS2 (Europe/Asia), NACS (US) |
CCS (North America & Europe) |
| Home Charging Options |
Level 1 / Level 2 |
CCS (North America & Europe) |
| Onboard Charger Power |
11 kW |
11 kW |
DIMENSION AND WEIGHT
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| Length |
4,730 mm |
4,800–4,900 mm |
| Width |
1,860 mm |
1,900 mm |
| Height |
1,480 mm |
1,700–1,750 mm |
| Wheelbase |
2,820 mm |
2,800 mm |
| Ground Clearance |
145 mm |
200–220 mm (higher on Trailhawk) |
| Cargo Space |
490 L |
800–1,600 L (rear seats folded) |
| Curb Weight |
1,850–1,900 kg |
2,100–2,300 kg (EV version) |
| No. of Doors |
4 |
5 |
| Seating Capacity |
5 |
5 |
WHEEL AND TIRES
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| Wheel Type |
Alloy |
Alloy |
| Wheel Size |
17″ / 19″ |
18" (base), 20" (upper trims) |
| Front Tire |
225/55R17 |
235/55 R18 (est.) |
| Rear Tire |
225/55R17 |
235/55 R18 (est.) |
STEERING AND SUSPENSION
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| Steering |
Electric Power Steering |
Electric Power Steering |
| Transmission |
Single-Speed Automatic |
Single-speed automatic (EV) |
| Turning Radius |
5.5 m (est.) |
5.8 m |
| Gear Box |
Single-Speed Reduction |
1-speed (EV) |
| Front Suspension |
MacPherson Strut |
Independent MacPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension |
Multi-Link |
Multi-link independent |
TECHNOLOGY AND FEATURES
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| Autopilot |
Highway Driving Assist 2 |
No (but ADAS L2 expected) |
| Navigation System |
Yes |
Yes (integrated with Uconnect |
| Auxiliary Auto Input |
USB / Bluetooth |
Yes (USB-C, USB-A, AUX) |
| Over The Air Updates |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Start |
Yes |
Yes |
| Keyless Entry |
Digital Key 2.0 |
Yes |
| Heated Steering Wheel |
Yes |
Yes |
| Panoramic Sunroof |
Yes |
Yes |
| Apple Car Play |
Yes |
Wireless |
| Android Auto |
Yes |
Wireless |
| Touchscreen |
30″ Panoramic Dual Display |
10.25"–12.3" Uconnect display |
| WiFi & Hotspot |
Yes |
Yes |
| Bluetooth |
Yes |
Yes |
| MP3 Player |
Yes |
Yes |
| No. Of Speakers |
Up to 12 (Premium audio option) |
6–12 (depending on trim, Alpine premium audio in higher trims) |
SAFETY FEATURES
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| Braking System |
Regenerative + Hydraulic Disc |
Regenerative + Hydraulic |
| Front Brakes |
Ventilated Disc |
Disc |
| Rear Brakes |
Disc |
Disc |
| Brake Assist |
Yes |
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 |
9 |
:–8 |
| Rear Seat Belt |
Yes |
Yes |
| Auto Parking sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Crash Sensor |
Yes |
Yes |
| Ultrasonic Sensors |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multiple Cameras |
Yes (360° view) |
360° surround view (upper trims) |
| Blind Spot Monitoring |
Yes |
Yes |
| Multi-Terrain Monitor |
Yes |
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 |
