EV4 IS THE KEY KIA TO TAKE ON RIVALS

Good-looking, practical and designed to stand out from crowd

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Korean firm Kia is expanding its EV offerings with the EV4, setting a new benchmark in the electric family hatchback class. But, what's it like against rivals?

WHAT'S THE POINT? The electric C-segment class is growing and Kia wants a stab at it. The EV4 isn't an SUV, but is a practical and efficient five-door family hatchback taking on the Peugeot e-308 and Volkswagen ID.3. It has a practical interior with some of the latest technology and promises a best-in-class EV range.

WHAT'S NEW? It's the first Kia EV to be produced in Europe and is designed to make it stand out. There is a choice of two batteries on offer and two body styles, with a "Fastback" variant too.

UNDER THE BONNET? We're driving a version with the larger 81.4kWh unit. It produces a total of 201bhp and 283Nm of torque, while 0-60mph takes 7.7 seconds and the top speed is 105mph.