The 2026 Kia EV4 is Kia's first all-electric sedan globally, and it arrives in Ontario with a lineup designed to put the right EV in the right hands. Whether you're stepping into electric driving for the first time or want every available feature the segment has to offer, there's a trim level built around your needs. Five distinct trim families — Light, Wind, Wind Premium, GT-Line, and GT-Line Limited — make up one of the most thorough EV lineups in the compact segment today.
Shopping for a new EV works best when you understand what each trim actually adds. This guide walks through each level of the EV4 lineup so drivers in Bolton and across Ontario can make a clear, informed decision before visiting the showroom floor.
The Foundation: EV4 Light FWD
The Light is the entry point into the EV4 lineup, and it sets a strong foundation. It's powered by a 58.3 kWh lithium-ion polymer battery driving a front-mounted 150 kW motor, delivering an estimated all-electric range of 378 km. DC fast charging from 10 to 80 percent takes an estimated 29 minutes via the built-in NACS port.
Standard safety features are extensive from the start, including Forward Collision Avoidance Assist 1.5, Highway Driving Assist 1, Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist, Smart Cruise Control 2 with Stop and Go, Lane Following Assist 2, and Rear Occupant Alert. The interior starts with cloth seats, heated front seats, dual-zone automatic climate control, and a full-width cockpit display featuring a 12.3-inch multimedia interface alongside a 12.3-inch TFT instrument cluster with a 5-inch HVAC display. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard.
Light FWD Quick-Scan:
- 58.3 kWh battery | est. 378 km range
- 150 kW front motor | NACS fast charge port
- 12.3" multimedia + 12.3" instrument cluster, standard
- HDA1, BCA, SCC2 with Stop and Go — all standard
More Range, More Comfort: EV4 Wind
The Wind trim steps up to the 81.4 kWh long-range battery, pushing the estimated all-electric range to 531 km on FWD models — a significant improvement for drivers who regularly travel the 400-series highways or commute further afield in Ontario. A heat pump is added for improved efficiency in cold weather, along with a power-adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support. Wind AWD adds all-wheel drive for year-round traction, which Bolton-area drivers facing Greenbelt-region winters will appreciate.
Added Refinement: EV4 Wind Premium
Wind Premium builds on Wind with a focus on daily comfort and convenience. Highlights include 19-inch alloy wheels, a wide sunroof, auto flush door handles, synthetic leather seats, a heated steering wheel, wireless phone charger, rain-sensing wipers, and an ECM auto-dimming mirror. The Premium AWD variant delivers all of the above with the added confidence of all-wheel drive.
Style and Substance: EV4 GT-Line
The GT-Line is where the EV4's design identity becomes fully defined. Exclusive GT-Line exterior elements, LED "Small Cube" projection headlamps, and dynamic welcome lighting separate it visually from the trims below. Inside, memory driver seats, a driver relaxation seat, ventilated front seats, heated rear seats, and a sport three-spoke steering wheel round out a noticeably more driver-focused cabin. V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) capability makes its debut here — allowing compatible devices to draw power directly from the battery. Homelink is also standard.
GT-Line vs. Wind Premium — Key Upgrades:
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Feature
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Wind Premium
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GT-Line
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Exterior styling
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Standard
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GT-Line design elements + Small Cube LED headlamps
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Front seats
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Synthetic leather
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Memory seat, relaxation seat, ventilated
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Rear seats
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Heated (not included)
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Heated rear seats
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V2L capability
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No
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Yes
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Welcome lighting
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No
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Dynamic Welcome Lighting
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Advanced Safety, Premium Tech: EV4 GT-Line Limited
GT-Line Limited adds the most comprehensive safety and technology package in the lineup. Key additions include Forward Collision Avoidance Assist 2 with junction crossing, oncoming lane change, direct oncoming, evasive steering assist, and driver steering assist — a significantly expanded FCA system. Blind View Monitor, Surround View Monitor, Parking Collision Avoidance Assist (Reverse), Remote Smart Parking Assist, In-Cabin Camera, and Side Parking Distance Warning are all added. On the technology side, GT-Line Limited gains ambient mood lighting, the Harman/Kardon premium audio system, and Digital Key 2.0. All of these are available in both FWD and AWD configurations.
EV4 Trim Comparison at a Glance
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Trim
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Battery
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Est. Range
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AWD Option
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V2L
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Harman/Kardon
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Light FWD
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58.3 kWh
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378 km
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No
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No
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No
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Wind
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81.4 kWh
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531 km
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Yes
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No
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No
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Wind Premium
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81.4 kWh
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482 km
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Yes
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No
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No
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GT-Line
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81.4 kWh
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482 km
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Yes
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Yes
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No
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GT-Line Limited
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81.4 kWh
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482 km
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Yes
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Yes
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Yes
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Which EV4 Trim Is Right for You?
If range and value are the priority, the Wind FWD delivers 531 km of all-electric driving at the most accessible price point in the long-range tier. Drivers who want daily comfort upgrades will find the Wind Premium a natural step up. The GT-Line is the entry point for V2L and the full GT-Line design package. GT-Line Limited adds peace of mind through its expanded ADAS suite and Harman/Kardon audio — making it the top of the lineup for buyers who want the most thorough safety and technology package available.
There's no wrong choice in this lineup — the question is which features matter most to you on a daily basis.
Find Your EV4 at Bolton Kia
The 2026 Kia EV4 is available now, and the team at Bolton Kia knows this lineup inside and out. Stop by our Bolton showroom on Hwy 50 to walk through the trims in person, ask your questions, and get behind the wheel of the one that fits your life.
To learn more about the 2026 Kia EV4, visit Kia.ca
