Hyundai is preparing the IONIQ 4 and 7 for 2027-2028. The Kona Electric might disappear.

Hyundai is developing two electric SUVs aimed primarily at the European market. According to reports from Auto Express, the IONIQ 4 and IONIQ 7 models are expected to debut within 12-18 months, between September 2027 and March 2028. The manufacturer has not yet confirmed their specifications or release dates.

IONIQ 4 will come with 42 and 61 kWh batteries

The Hyundai IONIQ 4 is set to be a B-segment SUV, positioned between the IONIQ 3 and the larger IONIQ 5. Its design is expected to be more angular than that of the IONIQ 3, immediately drawing comparisons to the Kia EV3.

Chris McKinnon, Hyundai Europe’s vice president of product, was asked about the similarities to the EV3 and replied, “I really can’t answer that question.” He added, however, that this segment is important for the brand and suggested waiting for further updates.

The IONIQ 4 will adopt the battery packs known from the IONIQ 3. The base version with a 42 kWh battery should offer up to 344 km WLTP range, while the 61 kWh variant will provide 497 km WLTP range. Inside, there will be a new cockpit design along with the Pleos Connect multimedia system.

The estimated starting price in the UK is around 25,000 pounds, which is approximately 121,000 zł when converted at a simple exchange rate. The car is set to cost slightly more than the IONIQ 3 and is intended to replace the Kona Electric available in the British market. This would represent a significant change, as the Kona is currently one of Hyundai’s most recognizable electric vehicles.

IONIQ 7 will get 800 V and even three rows of seats

The second model will sit between the IONIQ 5 and the three-row IONIQ 9. The IONIQ 7 is expected to be slightly larger than the “five,” more boxy in shape, and available with two or three rows of seats. Hyundai plans versions with one and two engines.

The expected range is at least 400 miles, or about 644 km according to WLTP standards. It will also feature an 800 V charging system, already used in the E-GMP platform, though the charging speed has not been specified. The cabin will also include the Pleos system.

The UK price is expected to fall within the range of 45,000–50,000 pounds, or approximately 218,000–242,000 złoty. This price point is closer to that of the IONIQ 5 than to the larger IONIQ 9, despite its bigger and more family-oriented design.

Both cars are primarily designed for Europe, with sales in the US being unlikely. The IONIQ 4 might be the most interesting option if Hyundai indeed keeps the price around 25,000 pounds. Would you choose the cheaper IONIQ 4 or the larger IONIQ 7 with an 800 V system?

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