Kia EV4 GT: High-performance version reveals tweaks

Kia has just shared a series of exterior images of the EV4 GT, the high-performance version of the EV4 pure electric hatchback. Unlike the obvious aerodynamic upgrade packages, the EV4 GT seems to be only purposefully refined in some details for operation. Kia has not announced the specifications and cockpit design; predictions currently come mainly from Motor1.

Performance-oriented appearance tweaks

Through the photos released by Kia, the EV4 GT uses a new wheel design and green brake calipers, suggesting the sporty orientation of the GT version. This approach is similar to the EV6 GT and EV9 GT, when the overall appearance does not change much but focuses on details serving the driving feeling.

Kia doesn’t mention any specific aerodynamics like a large wing or new underbody panels. Instead, Motor1 suggests the suspension could be tweaked to lower the car by a few centimeters compared to the standard model, to lower the center of gravity and improve stability at high speeds. This information is unconfirmed.

Cockpit: blue accents, sport mode graphics

While Kia hasn’t released interior images yet, sources say the EV4 GT could get green accents in the cabin, like stitching on the sport seats or trim that matches the brake calipers. The overall layout is likely to remain the same as the regular EV4.

Motor1 predicts that the instrument cluster and infotainment system will get GT-specific graphics that will appear when the driver selects sport mode. These additions typically make the experience more intuitive, but as of now, there are no official images.

Powertrain: Kia is silent, predicts Motor1

Kia has not yet announced the specifications of the EV4 GT. According to Motor1, the maximum power of the GT version is likely to exceed the 204 horsepower mark of the standard EV4. In addition, the high-performance variant can use an 81.4 kWh battery pack and come with an all-wheel drive system (AWD). This information is all in the form of predictions and needs to be confirmed by the manufacturer.

There are no figures for torque, 0–100 km/h acceleration, or motor configuration. Kia’s choice of small cosmetic tweaks suggests a “hardware-focused” approach – like optimized brakes, tires, suspension – rather than adding ostentatious cosmetic touches. However, any real-world performance estimates for the EV4 GT will have to wait for the technical release.

Category	Current information
Body type	Pure electric hatchback (EV4)
GT version appearance	New rims, green brake calipers; limited overall changes
Suspension system	May be lowered a few cm from standard (expected, not confirmed)
Cockpit	Green accents; layout similar to regular EV4 (expected)
Interface graphics	Separate graphics on watch and screen when selecting sport mode (expected)
Maximum capacity	> 204 horsepower (estimated from Motor1)
Battery pack	81.4 kWh (estimated from Motor1)
Drive	Full-time AWD (prediction from Motor1)
Release date	About next year (Kia has not yet determined)
Selling price	Not published yet

GT philosophy: restrain form, focus on operation

The EV4 GT’s lack of “showy” aerodynamic details shows that Kia continues the philosophy applied on the EV6 GT and EV9 GT: keeping the core design language, adding purposeful interventions to the operating system. On the EV4 GT, identifying signs such as blue brake calipers, unique interface graphics, sports seats with colored stitching are enough highlights to distinguish, while limiting unnecessary increase in wind resistance.

With electric cars under pressure for range and charging efficiency, prioritizing lightweight upgrades that directly impact driving feel is often more effective than cosmetic changes. However, the EV4 GT’s real-world value can only be determined when independent testing and specifications are released.

Release date and expectations

According to Motor1, the Kia EV4 GT is expected to be launched sometime next year. The manufacturer has not announced a specific timeline and price. In the meantime, the newly released images are the clearest signal that the project is ready to enter the final stages of completion.

Conclusion: EV4 GT prioritizes performance, waiting for specs

The EV4 GT arrives with a familiar Kia strategy: just enough differentiation, focusing on performance details like new wheels and green brake calipers. All the key data on power, battery, and drivetrain are still unconfirmed; predictions currently stand at “over 204 horsepower,” “possibly 81.4 kWh,” and “AWD.” Once official specs are released, a clearer picture of the EV4 GT’s performance and pricing will emerge.

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