2025 Kia K4
US · Midsize Cars
The 2025 Kia K4 is listed in the US market with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder (with DMS), 2.0L 4-cylinder
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, CVT
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Economy
- 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) to 34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km) combined
Official photograph of 2026 model sharing this design generation. Primary illustration above depicts verified 2025 Kia K4 dimensions.
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder (with DMS), 2.0L 4-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 1.6 L to 2.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, CVT | |
| Gears | 1 to 8 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) to 34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 36 mpg (6.5 L/100 km) to 40 mpg (5.9 L/100 km) |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
3 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked November 5, 2026.
26V046000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 Kia K4, 2025-2026 Sorento, Sorento Hybrid, Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Electric (PHEV), 2026 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage PHEV, K5, EV9, Carnival, and Carnival Hybrid vehicles. Due to a software error, the instrument panel display may fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard…
Remedy: The instrument panel display software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed March 26, 2026. Owners may contact Kia Customer Service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's…
Reported January 27, 2026. View on NHTSA
25V548000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 K4 and Sorento vehicles. The connecting rod bolts in the engine may have been improperly tightened, which can cause a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the sub engine assembly, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 12, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC349.
Reported August 25, 2025. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 2, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 2, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 2, 2026
Data verified: November 2, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
Related vehicles
2026 Kia K4Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder · FWD
33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km)
Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2025 Kia K4 have?
Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder (with DMS), 2.0L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2025 Kia K4?
Combined fuel economy is 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) to 34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2025 Kia K4 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2025 Kia K4?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked November 5, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.