Kia EV4 review

Electric family hatch has a solid balance of performance, interior space and battery range, although the Fastback has limited appeal

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Power

201 bhp

0-62 mph

7.5 s

Range

273 miles

Figures for Standard Range 58.3kWh Air Auto 5dr

Electric

Hatchback

Saloon

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Introduction

Performance & drive

Interior

Passenger & boot space

Buying & owning

Lawrence Cheung & Will Nightingale

Updated: 1 October 2026

How we test cars

Fourth time around isn’t just a song by Bob Dylan – it also acts as a nice introduction to the new award-winning Kia EV4. You see, having impressed us with its recent electric SUVs, the Kia EV3, EV6 and EV9, the Korean brand is hoping to showcase its talents in more traditional classes.

Two versions of the EV4 are offered: a conventional hatchback to rival the likes of the Cupra Born, Renault Megane and Volkswagen ID 3, and a sleeker Fastback version with an elongated rear-end and saloon boot. The latter is expected to be less popular in the UK and is a rival to executive cars, including the Polestar 2 and Tesla Model 3. 

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Expected annual mileage 5000 Term months 48 Deposit months 12 Monthly payment £265.33 Initial payment £3,183.96

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Leasing works a bit like a long-term rental. You drive it, but you don’t own it.

• Choose your car, pick your terms and apply for lease credit online
• Pay monthly rental payments for your chosen term length
• Drive it, enjoy it, then give it back at the end

What you get

When you lease with Autotrader you get all of this:

• Full manufacturer’s warranty
• Road tax and roadside assistance included
• Free returns within 30 days*

Excess mileage charges and return conditions apply. Subject to availability and credit status. 18+ T&Cs apply.

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£3,429 total upfront (£3,184 initial rental plus £245 processing fee) | 5000 miles | 48 months

• Lower total monthly cost than PCP/HP
• No balloon payments
• Road tax included

Kia EV4 video review:

The hatchback is available with a flagship GT model that promises to be quick and fun to drive. It comes with 288bhp, four-wheel drive, adaptive suspension and a simulated paddle-shift gearbox function for a more engaging driving experience.

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The EV4 features Kia's now familiar Tiger Face front-end styling, and it’s built on the same underpinnings as the Kia EV3. It isn’t as tall as that car, but it is longer thanks to a stretched wheelbase (the distance between the front and rear wheels), so it should be roomier inside.

And with better aerodynamics, the Kia EV4 also has a longer range than the EV3 – in fact, it can officially travel farther on a charge than any electric Kia to date.

Verdict

The Kia EV4 is a talented electric car, with decent performance, a long range and loads of rear leg room. The regular hatchback version makes the most sense, especially in entry-level Standard Range Air form, although the Long Range version is worth a look if you regularly traverse the length and breadth of the country.

What's new?

• September 2026: We drive the EV4 GT for the first time in the UK, 288bhp, adaptive suspension
• September 2025: First Kia EV4 deliveries take place
• July 2025: Kia EV4 orders open. Available with 55kWh or 78kWh (usable capacities) battery and 201bhp electric motor

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Pros

• Lots of space for rear passengers
• Long warranty
• Long range between charges

Cons

• Fastback is slightly less versatile than the hatch
• Rivals are more entertaining to drive
• Some wind and road noise at 70mph

What's new?

• September 2026: We drive the EV4 GT for the first time in the UK, 288bhp, adaptive suspension
• September 2025: First Kia EV4 deliveries take place
• July 2025: Kia EV4 orders open. Available with 55kWh or 78kWh (usable capacities) battery and 201bhp electric motor

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Performance & drive

What it's like to drive, and how quiet it is

Strengths

• Bigger battery version has a great official range
• Nippy acceleration
• Settled high-speed ride

Weaknesses

• Road noise at 70mph
• Not as fun as a Cupra Born
• Steering feels slightly unnatural

How fast is it and which motor is best?

Almost all Kia EV4s will have a 201bhp electric motor driving the front wheels. The Standard Range model (which has a lighter battery than the Long Range) is slightly quicker on paper, but you’ll struggle to notice the difference.

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Both versions can accelerate from 0-62mph in around 7.5sec, which matches the Renault Megane and makes the EV4 nippier than the entry-level Cupra Born. 

If you want more power, there’s the EV4 GT, which has an additional motor to drive the rear wheels. This gives it four-wheel drive and a combined output of 288bhp, cutting the 0-62mph time to 5.6sec. This is a match for the Born VZ, although the MG4 XPower is even quicker (3.8sec). 

To make the EV4 GT more engaging to drive, you can activate its Virtual Gear Shift function. The steering wheel paddles you normally use to adjust the strength of the regenerative braking system are now used to shift up and down a simulated six-speed paddle-shift gearbox. It’s accompanied with an artificial engine sound that sounds quite realistic, changing tone as it builds up to an artificial limiter. It helps you judge your speed on twisty roads and adds a layer of engagement that’s missing from the Born and MG4 XPower.

Is it agile and is the ride comfortable?

While the EV4 doesn’t quite isolate occupants from lumps and bumps in the same polished manner as the Megane, it’s still a comfortable car to spend time in. The entry-level Air, with its smaller 17in wheels, has the most supple ride, and it’s far from bone-shakingly firm in higher spec models with larger wheels. 

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Top-level GT is equipped with 20in wheels but has adaptive suspension that adjusts the softness depending on the drive mode. Even in its stiffest setting, the GT comfortably deals with bumps and potholes without subjecting occupants to any harsh thumps or jostling in their seat.

There’s also less body lean through tight twists and turns, especially when you’re driving spiritedly. Compared with other conventional electric hatchbacks, the EV4 handles well enough. It’s better than the MG4, but just don’t expect to have as much fun as you would in the Born. That car is more agile and has sharper, more feelsome steering. The EV4’s steering, on the other hand, has a slightly unnatural weighting that doesn’t inspire as much confidence when driving quickly.

The GT feels grippy and the front of the car tucks its nose neatly into corners, with tighter body control and more composure than the MG4 XPower. However, start pressing on and the front tyres soon lose grip and they struggle for traction when accelerating out of corners – despite the fitment of an electronically controlled torque vectoring system. The Born VZ manages to cling on for longer.

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Is it quiet and how easy is it to drive smoothly?

All versions kick up some road noise at 70mph. We actually found this more of an issue in the regular EV4 than the GT and EV4 Fastback, which are fitted with different tyres.

There’s a bit of wind noise too, although GT Line S does come with laminated front windows that reduce this. Overall, the Renault Megane is a quieter cruiser. 

The EV4 has a much more solid and reassuring brake pedal than the Cupra Born and Megane, though; it’s easier to judge how much pressure to apply to scrub off speed smoothly.

What’s the range and efficiency like, and how quickly can it charge?

If most of your driving is around town or in the ‘burbs and long journeys are fairly rare, the cheaper Standard Range version is probably all you need. It has a 55kWh (usable capacity) battery and an official range of 273 miles.

As the name suggests, the Long Range version can travel greater distances between charges, thanks to a bigger 78kWh (usable capacity) battery. It has an official range of up to 388 miles, although this varies slightly depending on the body style and trim level you go for.

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That’s similar to the Cupra Born and far better than the Renault Megane, although don’t expect to get that far in real-world driving. Based on our tests on a warm day in southern Spain, expect to get around 300 miles from a charge in summer if you’re mostly driving on the motorway.

The GT is powered by the bigger battery, but its second motor and four wheel drive system reduces the official range to 313 miles. That’s some way off the Born VZ’s 388 miles, but farther than the MG4 XPower (about 250 miles).

Peak charging rate

Standard Range

100kW

Long Range

135kW

GT

128kW

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While the peak charging rate varies depending on the battery size and version, all EV4’s take around 30 minutes to charge from 10-80%.

The EV4 is more agile than the EV3 it shares its basic underpinnings with. That’s hardly surprising given that the EV4 is lower and has stiffer suspension.

Will Nightingale, Reviews editor

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Interior

The interior layout, fit and finish

Strengths

• Comfortable driving position
• Lots of visibility aids
• Some physical air-con controls

Weaknesses

• Steering wheel blocks climate control panel
• No adjustable lumbar support on Air trim
• Renault Megane has a better infotainment system

What does the interior look like and is it well made?

If you’ve ever sat in the Kia EV3 you’ll have a serious sense of deja-vu when you get inside the Kia EV4. The interiors of both cars are near-enough identical in design, which means a fairly minimalist layout with few physical buttons and switches.

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GT-Line and GT-Line S versions have a slightly darker colour scheme (with a black roof lining), along with some different interior materials and faux-leather – rather than grey cloth – seat upholstery. Top-level GT has bright green highlights dotted around to give a slightly more racy look.

You don’t exactly feel as though you’re sitting in a luxury car, but quality is roughly on a par with the Cupra Born and Renault Megane, thanks to solid build quality and squidgy materials in the important places. That said, it’s harder to justify spending the extra on the GT given it doesn’t feel particularly special or upmarket for its £50,000 list price.

Is the driving position comfortable and is it easy to see out?

Some may wish they could position the seat lower to the floor, but the EV4’s fundamental driving position is otherwise very good; there’s lots of adjustment for the seat and steering wheel. 

All versions bar entry-level Air come with electric seat adjustment and adjustable lumbar support. Thankfully, if your budget doesn’t stretch, the seat is supportive enough for the latter to not be a big issue for comfort. The GT’s sportier seats come with plenty of side bolstering and grippy suede-like material that hold you in place when cornering.

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The view out the back of the EV4 isn’t great – especially in the Fastback saloon version with its narrower rear screen – but all trims come with front and rear parking sensors and a reversing camera. Motion trim adds a 360-degree bird’s eye view camera.

Is the dashboard and infotainment system easy to use?

Our testers found it easy to see the 12.3in digital driver display behind the steering wheel, but it’s not particularly configurable and offers fewer layouts than the one in the Cupra Born and Renault Megane. 

Beside it is a smaller 5.3in climate control touchscreen that is largely obscured by the rim of the steering wheel. That makes it tricky to see which icon you need to aim for and the lack of feedback from the screen means it can be distracting to use while driving. It’s also a problem in the EV3 and Kia EV9, although there are at least separate physical controls for adjusting the interior temperature and fan speed, which you also get in the Megane and upcoming VW ID 3 Neo.

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A third (12.3in) touchscreen in the middle of the dashboard is for controlling the infotainment functions. The layout is intuitive and most of the icons are big and easy to select, plus you get Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone mirroring as standard. We think the Megane’s system, with its built-in Google software and simple layout, is even better, though. The Born’s system also allows you to customise your favourite icons, which boosts usability.

Go for GT-Line trim or above and you’ll get a wireless phone charging pad, while range-topping GT-Line S and GT are fitted with an upgraded eight-speaker Harman Kardon sound system. Sound quality is decent but won’t blow you away.

The EV4’s customisable favourite button on the steering wheel acts as a shortcut to certain functions; in the GT, I used it to activate the VGS gearbox mode.

Lawrence Cheung, New cars editor

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Passenger & boot space

How it copes with people and clutter

Strengths

• Hatchback has bigger boot than direct rivals
• Generous rear leg room
• Height-adjustable boot floor is standard

Weaknesses

• No under-bonnet storage area
• Fastback version has a deep but shallow boot…
• …and also less rear head and foot space

How much space does it have for people?

You won’t have any complaints about space in the front of the Kia EV4. There’s plenty of head room, while the seats slide back a long way to provide lots of leg room. There’s also plenty of places to stash odds and ends, including a huge open tray between the driver and passenger.

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Rear leg room is even more impressive; there’s far more than you’ll find in the Cupra Born or Renault Megane. You almost feel as though you’re in the back of a limo, and the big square side windows provide a good view out.

Head room is less impressive, although there’s still enough for a typical six-footer in the regular EV4 hatchback. We’d avoid the Fastback version if you plan to put taller adults in the back; it has a much lower ceiling and less space for feet underneath the front seats.

How much room does it have for luggage?

Boot space (litres)

Hatchback

435

GT Hatchback

377

Fastback

490

The load capacity of the regular EV4 hatch (below the parcel shelf) is near enough a match for the Megane (440 litres) and is more than the 385 litres found in the Born or Volkswagen ID 3. In the EV4 GT, the floor has been raised to make room for the four-wheel drive system underneath, resulting in a shallower load capacity of 377 litres.

The longer Fastback version has an even bigger 490-litre load bay. However, because it’s a saloon, you can’t whip out the parcel shelf should you need to carry taller items. And although the aperture is very wide for a saloon (1.25 metres), it’s shaped like a letterbox.

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Every hatchback comes with a height-adjustable boot floor as standard, which has two height settings. The higher of these leaves only a small lip at the boot entrance. 

Both the hatchback and Fastback provide a small space underneath the boot floor for the charging cable. That’s a good thing because, unlike some other electric Kias, the EV4 doesn’t have any extra storage under its bonnet.

With the floor in its lowest setting and the rear seats folded down, there’s a gentle ramp up towards the rear seatbacks rather than a big step in the floor of the extended load bay. The Fastback comes with handy levers in the boot to remotely fold down the back rest.

It’s a pity you need to go for higher-spec GT-Line S trim if you want a powered tailgate on your Kia EV4.

Will Nightingale, Reviews editor

Buying & owning

Everyday costs, plus how reliable and safe it is

Strengths

• Long warranty
• Even entry-level trim is well-equipped
• Kia’s reliability record

Weaknesses

• No Euro NCAP safety rating
• GT-Line S trim is rather pricey
• Heat pump costs extra

How much does it cost and what equipment do you get?

Some versions of the Kia EV4 range now qualify for the Government’s Electric Car Grant, so it’s worth choosing carefully which version you go for to maximise its value. That regular EV4 hatchback starts at around £31,000, rising to around £45,000 if you want the bigger Long Range battery, GT-Line S trim and a heat pump for more efficient warming of the interior in cooler weather. With a list price just less than £50,000, the EV4 GT is very pricey compared with electric performance hatches, costing around 10% more than the Cupra Born VZ.

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We think entry-level Air trim makes the most sense, though. You get a respectable amount of luxuries, including 17in alloys, heated front seats, a heated steering wheel and the same infotainment system as pricier models. That said, the Long Range battery in GT-Line trim is worth considering if you regularly drive long distances, combining a longer range with its slightly more supportive driver’s seat.

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Meanwhile, the EV4 Fastback starts at less than £41,000 – so it’s more expensive than an entry-level Tesla Model 3. That’s because this saloon bodystyle is available only with the pricier Long Range battery and its entry-level trim is GT-Line.

Is it reliable, and how long is the warranty?

The EV4 is too new to have featured in the 2025 What Car? Reliability survey. However, the omens are good because the closely related Kia EV3 was reported to be the most dependable car in its class.

Kia as a brand also impressed, finishing in 8th place (out of 30 brands) in the overall manufacturer league table.

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Even if something does go wrong, the Kia EV4 is backed by a seven-year (100,000-mile) warranty on most components, with extended eight-year cover for the battery (also capped at 100,000 miles).

How safe is it, and is it easy to steal?

The Kia EV4 achieved the full five star safety rating when it was appraised by Euro NCAP in 2025. It provided strong protection for child occupants, but the results for adult occupants was more mixed; it performed well in a full frontal impact, but occupant-to-occupant injuries could’ve been reduced in a side impact.

The EV4 also has lots of safety kit designed to stop you from getting into trouble in the first place, including automatic emergency braking, lane-keeping assistance, rear-cross traffic alert, Isofix child seat mounts on the two outer rear seats and blindspot monitoring. Going for GT-Line S and above adds a more comprehensive blindspot system that uses a camera on each door mirror to feed a rear-facing image onto the digital driver’s display.

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To help guard against thieves, all versions of the EV4 come with a Thatcham Category 2 alarm and immobiliser.

Buy it if...

- You need lots of leg room for your rear passengers
- You want a long warranty
- You need a long range between charges

Don’t buy it if…

- You need to charge super quickly
- You want an EV that’s good fun to drive
- You want the quietest electric car around

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Kia EV4 owner reviews

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Brian

Kia Ev4 electric

Likes: Value, Reliability, Running costs

Jun 16, 2026 9:29 PM

The car is a Blue Kia EV 4 GT-S. The only option we did not include was a heat Pump. It is our first Kia and we are pretty impressed. It is not as sporty as our Volvo EX 30 Ultra, but it perfectly suitable for most roads and situations. The head up display is good and clear as are the 360 Cameras. The seats are very comfortable and they have heating and cooling. Room for our 6ft plus family in the back seat.

Brian

Kia Ev4 electric

Likes: Value, Reliability, Servicing, Running costs

Mar 15, 2026 9:21 AM

The car looks good, it has all the options I would want and it looks really good in the blue. The seats are comfortable for a tall guy, but equally so for for my shorter wife. The back seats have plenty of room as well. So far very enjoyable

I find it slightly surprising that the EV4 hatchback is more expensive than the EV3 SUV – even the former is fractionally longer.

Will Nightingale, Reviews editor

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Kia EV4 specifications

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RRP price range

£34,745 - £49,345

Battery range (miles)

273 - 388

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Electric

Available colours

Number of engines (see all)

2

Number of trims (see all)

5

Warranty

7 years / 100,000 miles

Company car tax at 20% (min/max)

£277 - £394

Company car tax at 40% (min/max)

£555 - £788

FAQs

How much does a Kia EV4 cost?

The EV4 hatchback starts at about £31,000 if you include the Government's EV grant. In contrast, the range-topping GT, which sends 288bhp to all four wheels, costs about £50,000, and the Fastback saloon around £41,000.

What is the difference between the EV6 and the EV4?

The Kia EV6 is a larger and more expensive car than the EV4. The EV4 actually has the longer range, but it can’t charge anywhere near as quickly.

Is the Kia EV4 available in the UK?

Yes, the EV4 is available in the UK, with the first deliveries already taken place.

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Kia EV4

Expected annual mileage 5000 Term months 48 Deposit months 12 Monthly payment £265.33 Initial payment £3,183.96

Step-by-step

Leasing works a bit like a long-term rental. You drive it, but you don’t own it.

• Choose your car, pick your terms and apply for lease credit online
• Pay monthly rental payments for your chosen term length
• Drive it, enjoy it, then give it back at the end

What you get

When you lease with Autotrader you get all of this:

• Full manufacturer’s warranty
• Road tax and roadside assistance included
• Free returns within 30 days*

Excess mileage charges and return conditions apply. Subject to availability and credit status. 18+ T&Cs apply.

In partnership with

£3,429 total upfront (£3,184 initial rental plus £245 processing fee) | 5000 miles | 48 months

• Lower total monthly cost than PCP/HP
• No balloon payments
• Road tax included

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Audi A2 e-tron

Audi A6 Avant e-tron

Audi A6 e-tron

Audi Q4 e-tron

Audi Q6 e-tron

Audi Q6 e-tron Sportback

Audi Q8 e-tron

Audi Q8 Sportback e-tron

Audi S6 e-tron

BMW i3

BMW i5

BMW i5 Touring

BMW i7

BMW iX

BMW iX1

BMW iX2

BMW iX3

BMW iX5

BYD Atto 2

BYD Atto 3 Evo

BYD Dolphin

BYD Dolphin Surf

BYD Seal

BYD Sealion 7

Citroën Ami

Citroën ë-Berlingo

Citroën ë-C3

Citroën ë-C3 Aircross

Citroën ë-C3 Van

Citroën ë-C4

Cupra Born

Cupra Raval

Cupra Tavascan

Dacia Spring

DS 3 E-Tense

DS No 4 E-Tense

DS No 8

DS No7

Fiat 500e

Fiat 600e

Fiat Grande Panda Electric

Ford Capri

Ford Explorer

Ford Mustang Mach-E

Ford Puma Gen-E

Geely EX2

Geely EX5

Genesis Electrified G80

Genesis Electrified GV70

Genesis GV60

GWM Ora 03

Honda E

Honda e:Ny1

Honda Super-N

Hyundai Inster

Hyundai Ioniq 5

Hyundai Ioniq 5 N

Hyundai Ioniq 6

Hyundai Ioniq 6 N

Hyundai Ioniq 9

Hyundai Kona Electric

Hyundai Nexo

Isuzu D-Max EV

Iveco eJolly

Jaecoo E5

Jeep Avenger Electric

KGM Musso EV

KGM Torres EVX

Kia EV2

Kia EV3

Kia EV4

Kia EV6

Kia EV9

Kia Niro EV

Kia PV5

Kia Soul EV

Leapmotor B03X

Leapmotor B05

Leapmotor B10

Leapmotor C10

Leapmotor T03

Lexus ES

Lexus RZ

Lexus UX 300e

Lotus Eletre

Lotus Emeya

Maxus Mifa 9

Maxus T90EV

Mazda 6e

Mazda CX-6e

Mazda MX-30 EV

Mercedes C-Class Electric

Mercedes EQA

Mercedes EQB

Mercedes EQE

Mercedes EQE SUV

Mercedes EQS

Mercedes EQS SUV

Mercedes EQV

Mercedes VLE

MG Cyberster

MG IM5

MG IM6

MG S5 EV

MG S6

MG ZS EV

MG4

MG4 Urban

Mini Aceman

Mini Cooper Electric

Mini Countryman Electric

New BMW i4

New Citroën ë-C4 X

New Kia EV6 GT

New Mercedes CLA

New Toyota Urban Cruiser

Nissan Ariya

Nissan Leaf

Omoda E5

Peugeot e-2008

Peugeot e-208

Peugeot e-208 GTi

Peugeot e-3008

Peugeot e-308

Peugeot e-408

Peugeot e-5008

Polestar 2

Polestar 3

Polestar 4

Polestar 4 SUV

Polestar 5

Porsche Cayenne Coupé Electric

Porsche Cayenne Electric

Porsche Macan Electric

Porsche Taycan

Porsche Taycan Cross Turismo

Porsche Taycan Sport Turismo

Range Rover Electric

Renault 4

Renault 5

Renault Megane

Renault Scenic

Rolls-Royce Spectre

Skoda Elroq

Skoda Elroq vRS

Skoda Enyaq

Skoda Enyaq Coupé

Skoda Enyaq vRS

Skoda Epiq

Skywell BE11

Smart #1

Smart #3

Smart #5

Subaru Solterra

Suzuki e-Vitara

Tesla Model 3

Tesla Model S

Tesla Model Y

Toyota bZ4X

Toyota bZ4X Touring

Toyota C-HR+

Toyota Hilux EV

Toyota Mirai

Vauxhall Astra Electric

Vauxhall Combo Life Electric

Vauxhall Corsa Electric

Vauxhall Corsa GSE

Vauxhall Frontera Electric

Vauxhall Grandland Electric

Vauxhall Mokka Electric

Volkswagen ID 3

Volkswagen ID 4

Volkswagen ID 5

Volkswagen ID 7

Volkswagen ID 7 Tourer

Volkswagen ID Buzz

Volvo EC40

Volvo ES90

Volvo EX30

Volvo EX30 Cross Country

Volvo EX40

Volvo EX90

XPeng G6

Xpeng L03

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