Kia EV4 Confirmed for Australia Under $50,000: The Tesla Model 3 Fighter Is Almost Here

Kia has confirmed the EV4 electric sedan will arrive in Australia priced under $50,000, taking aim directly at the Tesla Model 3 with over 500km of range and a premium feature set.

Kia has confirmed the EV4 will arrive in Australia priced under $50,000 — a significant moment for the electric vehicle market, as it brings a premium Korean electric sedan within reach of mainstream buyers for the first time. The EV4 is set to go head-to-head with the Tesla Model 3 and Hyundai Ioniq 6 in Australia's growing electric sedan segment. What We Know So Far Kia has confirmed the EV4 will use a next-generation battery platform with a target range of over 500 kilometres on the WLTP cycle. Multiple powertrain options are expected, including rear-wheel drive and all-wheel drive variants. The sub-$50,000 pricing for the entry model would make it one of the most affordable EVs with this level of range and brand pedigree available in Australia. Why This Matters Kia has been one of the strongest performers in Australia through 2026, climbing to second place in brand rankings in March. The EV4 builds on the success of the Kia EV9 GT-Line at the premium end of the range, filling a cr…