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2026 Kia

K4 4DR w/ DMS

Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L

Kia K4: best and worst years

Overview

Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026
Transmission
Automatic (AV-S1)EPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026

Engine & performance

Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 10/5/2026

Efficiency

Dimensions & capacity

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Recalls
1
Owner complaints
12 See on NHTSA
Reported injuries
1

Feature availability

Cameras & visibility

  • Backup camera
    Standard

Driver assist

  • Adaptive cruise control
    Standard
  • Automatic emergency brakingPart of Kia Drive Wise.
    Standard
  • Blind-spot monitor
    Standard
  • Lane-keeping assist
    Standard

Convenience

  • Push-button start
    Standard

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • STEERING23%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER23%
  • LANE DEPARTURE18%
  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE9%
  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL9%
  • AIR BAGS5%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 22 total.

Kia K4: best and worst years

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
5 yr / 60k mi
Powertrain
10 yr / 100k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60k mi
EV battery
10 yr / 100k mi

Source: www.cars.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.