2026 Kia K4

US · Midsize Cars

The 2026 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 Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.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
Transmission: Varies by configuration: Automatic, CVT
Drivetrain: FWD
Fuel: Gasoline
Economy: 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km) combined

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Specifications at a Glance

Key Figures

Units:

Engine / Powertrain

1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder

Combined Economy

28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km) combined

Drivetrain

FWD

Transmission

Automatic, CVT

Market: US·Switch units to convert the figures shown.

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Engine

Engine
Specification	Value	Source
Engine	Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 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

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

Fuel economy and range
Specification	Value	Source
Combined	28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km)	EPA fueleconomy.gov
City	26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km)
Highway	33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km) to 39 mpg (6.0 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Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Electric range, Battery capacity.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

5 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.

Recalls

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 10, 2026.

26V135000: SEAT BELTS:REAR/OTHER:ANCHORAGE
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…
Reported March 6, 2026. View on NHTSA

Data sources

EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 2, 2026 · US Government public data
NHTSA vPIC · retrieved September 30, 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

2025 Kia K4
Gasoline
Varies by configuration: 2.0L 4-cylinder (with DMS), 2.0L 4-cylinder, 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI) · FWD
34 mpg (6.9 L/100 km) to 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km)
2027 Kia K4
Gasoline
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 2026 Kia K4 have?

Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.

What is the fuel economy of the 2026 Kia K4?

Combined fuel economy is 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.

Is the 2026 Kia K4 front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?

Drivetrain: FWD.

Are there recalls for the 2026 Kia K4?

NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 10, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.