2025 Kia K4

Sedan 5 seats 5 trims Budget Sedans Under $30,000

Starting MSRP

$21,990

to $28,090

About the 2025 Kia K4

The 2025 Kia K4 enters the sedan segment positioned aggressively on value, starting at a base price of $21,990 across its five available trims. Standard propulsion across the base models utilizes a 2.0L four-cylinder engine producing 147 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque, mated to a continuously variable automatic transmission. This powertrain configuration achieves a measured 34 MPG combined (30 city/40 highway), highlighting strong fuel economy utilizing regular unleaded gasoline. With a substantial 107.1-inch wheelbase and an overall length of 185.4 inches, the 2025 Kia K4 offers competitive interior dimensions, including 42.3 inches of front legroom. The availability of the GT-Line Turbo trim suggests a performance variant may be offered, while the primary focus remains on highly efficient, cost-effective transportation.

Key Highlights

Efficiency Profile

The standard 2.0L configuration delivers a reliable 34 MPG combined rating, optimizing operational costs for owners who prioritize consistent fuel savings.

$21,990 Entry Price

The base LX trim establishes a highly competitive entry point, providing significant standard specification relative to the $28,090 maximum price point.

Generous Front Space

With 42.3 inches of front legroom, the 2025 Kia K4 provides ample spatial accommodations for the driver and front passenger within its 55.9-inch height.

Turbo Optionality

The inclusion of the GT-Line Turbo variant, utilizing a 1.6L 4cyl Turbo paired with an 8-speed automatic transmission, offers a performance alternative within the K4 lineup.

Best For

Economy-focused Commuters - The 40 MPG highway rating ensures minimal stops at the pump during extended daily travel while maintaining a low starting MSRP of $21,990.
Value-Oriented Shoppers - With five trims ranging up to $28,090, the 2025 Kia K4 provides defined cost segmentation while maintaining standard FWD and CVT efficiency across the primary models.
Drivers Needing Sedan Utility - The vehicle offers 14.6 cubic feet of cargo capacity, sufficient for standard daily hauling needs within its 185.4-inch body length.

Available Trims

Trim MSRP Drivetrain Horsepower MPG
EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
$23,990 front wheel drive 147 hp 33 mpg
GT-Line 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
$25,190 front wheel drive 147 hp 33 mpg
GT-Line Turbo 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
$28,090 front wheel drive 190 hp 29 mpg
LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
$21,990 front wheel drive 147 hp 34 mpg
LXS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
$22,990 front wheel drive 147 hp 33 mpg
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Features Comparison

Feature
EX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
GT-Line 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
GT-Line Turbo 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 8A)
LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
LXS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
FeatureEX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)GT-Line 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)GT-Line Turbo 4dr Sedan (1.6L 4cyl Turbo 8A)LX 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)LXS 4dr Sedan (2.0L 4cyl CVT)
Safety (35 features)
Anti-Theft Alarm System (Remote)
Anti-lock Brakes (ABS)4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel4-Wheel
Automatic Headlights
Blind Spot Monitor
Brake Assist
Daytime Running Lights
Driver Attention Alert
Dual Front Side-Mounted Airbags
Dual Rear Side-Mounted Airbags
Electronic Stability Control
Engine Immobilizer
Front Fog Lights
Front Head Airbags
Front Headrests22222
Front Height Adjustable Headrests
Front Ventilated Disc Brakes
Headlight Delay-Off
Integrated Turn Signal Mirrors
LATCH System
LED Headlights
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keeping Assist System
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation
Post-Collision Safety System
Pre-Collision Safety System
Rear Center 3-Point Seatbelt
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Rear Door Child Safety Locks
Rear Fixed Headrests
Rear Head Airbags
Rear Headrests33333
Rear Height Adjustable Headrests
Rear Solid Disc Brakes
Tire Pressure Monitoring System
Traction Control System
Engine (9 features)
Base Engine Displacement2.0 L2.0 L1.6 L2.0 L2.0 L
Base Engine Typegasgasgasgasgas
Camshaft TypeDouble overhead cam (DOHC)Double overhead cam (DOHC)Double overhead cam (DOHC)Double overhead cam (DOHC)Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Fuel Injection Type
Horsepower147 hp @ 6200 rpm147 hp @ 6200 rpm190 hp @ 6000 rpm147 hp @ 6200 rpm147 hp @ 6200 rpm
Number of Cylindersinline 4inline 4inline 4inline 4inline 4
Number of Valves1616161616
Torque132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm195 lb-ft @ 1700 rpm132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm132 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
Variable Valve TimingVariableVariableVariableVariableVariable
Drive Train (2 features)
Drivetrain Typefront wheel drivefront wheel drivefront wheel drivefront wheel drivefront wheel drive
Transmission Typecontinuously variable-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic8-speed shiftable automaticcontinuously variable-speed automaticcontinuously variable-speed automatic
Fuel (5 features)
EPA Driving Range (City/Highway)359.6/483.6 mi.359.6/483.6 mi.322.4/446.4 mi.372.0/496.0 mi.359.6/483.6 mi.
EPA Fuel Economy (City/Highway)29/39 MPG29/39 MPG26/36 MPG30/40 MPG29/39 MPG
EPA Fuel Economy (Combined)33 MPG33 MPG29 MPG34 MPG33 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity12.4 gal.12.4 gal.12.4 gal.12.4 gal.12.4 gal.
Fuel Typeregular unleadedregular unleadedregular unleadedregular unleadedregular unleaded
Warranty (4 features)
Basic Warranty5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Corrosion/Rust Warranty5 yr./ 100000 mi.5 yr./ 100000 mi.5 yr./ 100000 mi.5 yr./ 100000 mi.5 yr./ 100000 mi.
Drivetrain Warranty10 yr./ 100000 mi.10 yr./ 100000 mi.10 yr./ 100000 mi.10 yr./ 100000 mi.10 yr./ 100000 mi.
Roadside Assistance5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.5 yr./ 60000 mi.
Comfort & Convenience (21 features)
Adaptive Cruise Control
Air Conditioning
Audio Controls on Steering Wheel
Cruise Control on Steering Wheel
Dual Vanity Mirrors
Dual Zone Climate Control
Electric Power Steering
Extended Cabin Heating/Cooling
Front Cupholders
Front Door Pockets
Front Seatback Storage
Leatherette Steering Wheel
Push Button Start
Rear Cupholders
Rear Door Pockets
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Rear View Camera
Tilt and Telescopic Steering Wheel
Transmission Controls on Steering Wheel
Turn Signal Indicators in Mirrors
Wireless Charging Pad
In Car Entertainment (12 features)
AM/FM Stereo
Android Auto (Wireless)
Apple CarPlay (Wireless)
Infotainment Display12.3 in12.3 in12.3 in12.3 in12.3 in
Premium Brand Stereo SystemHarman/Kardon
Premium Speaker BrandHarman/Kardon
Satellite Radio
Satellite Radio Trial Period3 months3 months3 months3 months3 months
Speaker System66846
Subwoofer Count1
USB Port
USB Port with External Media Control
Power Feature (4 features)
Heated Mirrors
Keyless Entry
Moonroof Type1st Row Power Glass
One-Touch Power Windows22211
Frontseats (17 features)
Driver Seat HeatingMulti-levelMulti-level
Driver Seat Height Adjustment
Driver Seat Lumbar SupportPowerPower
Driver Seat Manual Adjustments6-way6-way6-way
Driver Seat Power Adjustments10-way10-way
Front Head Room39.0 in.39.0 in.37.1 in.39.0 in.39.0 in.
Front Hip Room53.3 in.53.3 in.53.3 in.53.3 in.53.3 in.
Front Leg Room42.3 in.42.3 in.42.3 in.42.3 in.42.3 in.
Front Seat Type: Bucket
Front Shoulder Room56.5 in.56.5 in.56.5 in.56.5 in.56.5 in.
Passenger Seat HeatingMulti-levelMulti-level
Passenger Seat Height Adjustment
Passenger Seat Manual Adjustments6-way6-way6-way6-way6-way
Seat Material: Cloth
Seat Material: Leatherette
Seat Material: Leatherette/Cloth
Seat Material: Premium Cloth
Rearseats (7 features)
Folding Center Armrest
Folding Rear Seatback
Rear Head Room37.3 in.37.3 in.37.0 in.37.3 in.37.3 in.
Rear Hip Room51.9 in.51.9 in.51.9 in.51.9 in.51.9 in.
Rear Leg Room38.0 in.38.0 in.38.0 in.38.0 in.38.0 in.
Rear Shoulder Room54.7 in.54.7 in.54.7 in.54.7 in.54.7 in.
Split-Folding Rear Seatback
Tires and Wheels (8 features)
Spare Tire LocationInside MountedInside MountedInside MountedInside MountedInside Mounted
Spare Tire TypeTemporaryTemporaryTemporaryTemporaryTemporary
Tire Size225/45R17235/40R18235/40R18205/55R16205/55R16
Tire TypeAll SeasonAll SeasonAll SeasonAll SeasonAll Season
Wheel Cover TypeFull
Wheel FinishPainted AlloyPainted AlloyPainted AlloyPainted Alloy
Wheel MaterialSteel
Wheel Size17 x 7.0 in18 x 8.0 in18 x 8.0 in16 x 6.5 in16 x 6.5 in
Suspension (5 features)
Four-Wheel Independent Suspension
Front Stabilizer Bar
Front Suspension TypeIndependentIndependentIndependent
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Stabilizer Bar
Instrumentation (5 features)
Clock
Compass
External Temperature Display
Tachometer
Trip Computer
Measurements (12 features)
Angle of Approach14.2 degrees14.5 degrees14.5 degrees14.2 degrees14.2 degrees
Angle of Departure18.7 degrees19.0 degrees19.0 degrees18.7 degrees18.7 degrees
Cargo Capacity (Seats Up)14.6 cu.ft.14.6 cu.ft.14.6 cu.ft.14.6 cu.ft.14.6 cu.ft.
Country of Final AssemblyMexicoMexicoMexicoMexicoMexico
Curb Weight2987 lbs.3161 lbs.3283 lbs.2956 lbs.2956 lbs.
EPA Interior Volume98.7 cu.ft.98.7 cu.ft.95.8 cu.ft.98.7 cu.ft.98.7 cu.ft.
Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR)3924 lbs.4101 lbs.4189 lbs.3924 lbs.3924 lbs.
Height55.9 in.55.9 in.55.9 in.55.9 in.55.9 in.
Length185.4 in.185.4 in.185.4 in.185.4 in.185.4 in.
Turning Circle35.2 ft.35.2 ft.35.2 ft.35.2 ft.35.2 ft.
Wheelbase107.1 in.107.1 in.107.1 in.107.1 in.107.1 in.
Width (Without Mirrors)72.8 in.72.8 in.72.8 in.72.8 in.72.8 in.
Telematics (8 features)
Airbag Deployment Notification
Destination Download
Emergency Service
Hands-Free Calling
Roadside Assistance
Stolen Vehicle Tracking
Turn-by-Turn Navigation
Vehicle Alarm Notification

Frequently Asked Questions

What are the key powertrain differences between the standard and GT-Line trims of the 2025 Kia K4?

The standard LX, LXS, EX, and GT-Line trims utilize a 2.0L 4-cylinder engine rated at 147 hp and 132 lb-ft, paired with a CVT. The top-tier GT-Line Turbo features a 1.6L 4-cylinder Turbo engine paired specifically with an 8-speed automatic transmission (8A).

How efficient is the standard 2025 Kia K4 in combined driving scenarios?

The standard configuration of the 2025 Kia K4 achieves a combined fuel economy rating of 34 MPG. This is broken down into 30 MPG for city driving and 40 MPG for highway usage, running on regular unleaded fuel.

What is the dimensional footprint of the 2025 Kia K4 compared to its interior space?

The 2025 Kia K4 has an overall length of 185.4 inches and a width of 72.8 inches, underpinned by a 107.1-inch wheelbase. This structure supports 42.3 inches of front legroom and 38 inches for rear occupants.

What is the starting price and maximum price range for the 2025 Kia K4 lineup?

The entry-level 2025 Kia K4 LX 4dr Sedan is priced at $21,990. The pricing structure extends upward through the five trims, topping out at $28,090 for the highest configuration.

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