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    2026
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    Used 2025 2021

    Kia K4

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    Overall Score
    28

    90
    Road Test
    Predicted Reliability Details
    Predicted Owner Satisfaction Details
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    Road Test

    The K4 serves as Kia’s replacement for the Forte, and now is slightly larger than before, with increased passenger and cargo space. But what really struck us is how good this car is for the price, especially when you consider that the average new car costs twice as much as the K4 LXS we tested. Unlike many less-expensive models, which come with glaring tradeoffs for the savings, the K4 has few flaws.

    New Models Predicted Reliability

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    Safety

    CR Safety Verdict: Better

    4  / 5
    • Meets Federal Safety Requirements.
    • Meets all CR Core Safety Requirements.
    • Doesn't meet all CR Advanced Safety Requirements.

    Critical Active Safety Features

    AEB-P
    Standard
    AEB-H
    Standard
    BSW
    Optional
    RCTW
    Optional
    Learn More in CR Safety Guide

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    Kia vs. Other New Car Brands

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    Safety

    CR Safety Verdict: Better

    4  / 5
    • Meets Federal Safety Requirements.
    • Meets all CR Core Safety Requirements.
    • Doesn't meet all CR Advanced Safety Requirements.

    Critical Active Safety Features

    AEB-P
    Standard
    AEB-H
    Standard
    BSW
    Optional
    RCTW
    Optional
    Learn More in CR Safety Guide

    Kia vs. Other New Car Brands

    See How All Brands Stack up

    Safety

    CR Safety Verdict: Better

    4  / 5
    • Meets Federal Safety Requirements.
    • Meets all CR Core Safety Requirements.
    • Doesn't meet all CR Advanced Safety Requirements.

    Critical Active Safety Features

    AEB-P
    Standard
    AEB-H
    Standard
    BSW
    Optional
    RCTW
    Optional
    Learn More in CR Safety Guide

    Kia vs. Other New Car Brands

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    Small sedans/hatchbacks Ratings

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    Features & Specs
    Body Style
      4-door hatchback
      sedan
    Seating
    2 front, 3 rear
    Drive Wheels
    Front
    Engines Available
    • 1.6-liter 4 turbo (190 hp)
    • 2-liter 4 (147 hp)
    Transmissions Available
    • 8-speed automatic
    • CVT
    Cargo Volume
    Warranty
    Coverage varies among versions of this vehicle
    • Basic 5 years/60,000 miles
    • Drivetrain 10 years/100,000 miles
    • Corrosion 5 years/100,000 miles
    • Roadside Aid 5 years/60,000 miles
    • Maintenance NA
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    Model History