2026 Kia K4
The 2026 Kia K4 is a midsize car, rated at 33 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 1 recall for this model year.
- Combined MPG
- 33
- NHTSA safety
- Starting price
- $22,000
- Recalls
- 1
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Full specifications
Identity
SRC · NHTSA vPIC| Make | Kia |
|---|---|
| Model | K4 |
| Model year | 2026 |
| Vehicle class | Midsize Car |
Engine & drivetrain
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| Displacement | 2 L |
|---|---|
| Cylinders | 4 |
| Transmission | Automatic (AV-S1) |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive |
| Fuel | Regular Gasoline |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City MPG | 29 |
|---|---|
| Highway MPG | 39 |
| Combined MPG | 33 |
| CO₂ tailpipe | 269 g/mi |
| EPA annual fuel cost | $1900 |
Available configurations
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| K4 | 28 MPG combined |
|---|---|
| K4 4DR w/ DMS | 33 MPG combined |
| K4 Hatchback | 30 MPG combined |
| K4 Hatchback | 28 MPG combined |
| K4 without DMS | 33 MPG combined |
Fuel economy
SRC · EPA FuelEconomy| City | 29 MPG |
|---|---|
| Highway | 39 MPG |
| Combined | 33 MPG |
Efficiency vs class average
About 11% below the class average.
- Amount financed
- $19,800
- Total interest
- $3,445
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Cost to own
Estimate monthly payments and 5-year fuel cost using the tools in the sidebar. Figures use EPA fuel economy and current U.S. energy prices from EIA.
Safety ratings & recalls
SRC · NHTSA vPIC- Overall
- Frontal crash
- Side crash
- Rollover
Recalls (1)
- SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE26V135000 · 2026-03-06
Kia America, Inc (Kia) is recalling certain 2027 Kia Telluride and 2026 Kia K4 vehicles. The rear center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2026 K4 and the third-row center seat belt anchor buckle in the 2027 Telluride may not latch properly.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the anchor buckle assembly, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 5, 2026. Owners may contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC364. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will become searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning March 20, 2026.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the MPG of the 2026 Kia K4?
The 2026 Kia K4 is EPA-rated at 33 MPG combined (29 city / 39 highway).
Is the 2026 Kia K4 reliable?
NHTSA lists 1 recall for the 2026 Kia K4. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.
How safe is the 2026 Kia K4?
The 2026 Kia K4 earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 4 stars in the frontal crash test.
How much does it cost to fuel the 2026 Kia K4?
At 12,000 miles per year, the 2026 Kia K4 costs roughly $1,218 per year to fuel, or about $6,091 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.
What type of vehicle is the 2026 Kia K4?
The 2026 Kia K4 is classified as a midsize car. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.
Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC