The 2025 Kia K4 is a stylish, fastback compact sedan that replaces the Forte on the Kia lineup. It is bigger and bolder than the Forte and offers amazing features that you’ll love. Take a look at our favorite features of the first-ever Kia K4.
1. Bold Exterior Styling

The Kia K4 completely reimagines what a compact sedan should be. A bold fastback roofline and wide fenders give it a sleek and sporty look. The K4 comes standard with multi-reflector LED headlights with high-beam assist, LED daytime running lights, and LED taillights. 16-inch to 18-inch alloy wheels are available across the lineup.
2. Reliable Powertrain
The Kia K4 carries over the Forte’s reliable powertrain. It comes with a 2.0L four-cylinder engine that makes 147 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque. Power goes through an intelligent variable transmission (IVT), and front-wheel drive is standard. The K4 is rated for up to 30 mpg in the city and 40 mpg on the highway.
3. Class-Leading Interior Legroom
Kia has kept the K4’s cabin simple and comfortable, with a class-leading rear legroom of 38 inches. Front passengers have 42.3 inches of legroom to stretch out. The K4 has cloth seats, standard air conditioning, and manually adjustable front seats.
Dual-zone automatic climate control, a 10-way power driver’s seat, and heated, and ventilated front seats are all available as add-ons. There’s an optional sunroof with a power sunshade as well.
4. Dual Panoramic Display Setup
The base model comes with a 12.3-inch touchscreen display, a four-speaker audio system, and a 4-inch instrument cluster. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto allow you to connect your smartphone to the infotainment display and stream content. There are other connectivity options like Bluetooth, HD Radio, and SiriusXM satellite radio.
Top trims upgrade to a dual panoramic display setup that features a 12.3-inch display with built-in navigation and a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster. A premium Harman Kardon sound system with eight speakers is available in the GT-Line trim.
5. Ample Convenience Features
The Kia K4 is equipped with a ton of convenience features. Kia’s smart key lets you lock or unlock and open the trunk without inserting a key. You can also remotely start the engine using the Kia Access app. Three USB-C charging ports and an optional wireless charger are provided to keep your devices juiced up.
6. Advanced Safety Technology
The first-ever Kia K4 inspires driving confidence with its suite of safety technologies. It comes with Kia Drive Wise, which offers these standard features:
- Forward collision avoidance
- Pedestrian, cyclist, and junction-turning detection
- Lane keeping assist
- Lane following assist
- Driver attention warning
- Smart cruise control
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Warranties include 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain and 5-year/60,000-mile basic. All warranties and roadside assistance are limited. See retailer for warranty details.