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The 2025 Kia K4 is Kia’s latest entry into the competitive compact sedan segment, offering a compelling mix of style, technology, and performance. Unveiled earlier this year, the all-new K4 is designed to elevate the driving experience with its advanced features, spacious interior, and bold exterior design. With a focus on integrating premium elements typically found in larger vehicles, the 2025 K4 is aimed at setting new benchmarks in the compact sedan category. Here’s a detailed look at what’s new with the 2025 Kia K4 and what buyers can expect from this next-generation sedan.
The 2025 Kia K4 embraces a fresh, modern look that distinguishes it from other compact sedans. Its fastback-inspired design is one of the most striking elements, giving the K4 a sleek and dynamic profile. The hidden rear door handles, integrated into the C-pillar, further enhance the streamlined appearance. With an overall length of 4,709 mm and a width of 1,849 mm, the K4 is one of the largest in its class, offering both visual presence and interior spaciousness.
At the front, the vertically oriented LED headlights—borrowed from Kia’s flagship EV9—give the K4 a sharp, futuristic look. The rear features similarly styled LED taillights, which create a distinctive lighting signature. Models like the GT-Line Turbo bring even more flair to the exterior with 18-inch alloy wheels, gloss black accents, and unique fascia details that set them apart from the standard trims.
Inside, the 2025 Kia K4 is designed with both comfort and technology in mind. The spacious cabin offers class-leading legroom, especially for rear-seat passengers, with 965 mm of legroom in the back. The K4 also prioritizes quietness, with an available acoustic windshield and sound-dampening materials throughout the cabin, creating a serene environment for all passengers.
The centrepiece of the interior is an available nearly 30-inch combined digital display that merges the instrument cluster and infotainment system, giving the driver a fully immersive, high-tech experience. This new cockpit design, referred to as the Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC), includes over-the-air (OTA) update capabilities and intuitive swipe controls. The available Harman Kardon premium audio system and sunroof options further enhance the K4's premium feel, especially in higher trims like the GT-Line Turbo.
The 2025 Kia K4 is packed with advanced technology, including an array of driver assistance systems (ADAS). Up to 29 ADAS features are available, depending on the trim level, with 11 of these systems coming standard across all models. This includes features such as Lane Keeping Assist, Forward Collision Avoidance, and Intelligent Speed Limit Assist. Higher trims like the GT-Line Turbo Tech add more advanced features like Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist and Forward Collision Avoidance 2, which can detect cross-traffic at intersections.
Connectivity is another key focus in the new K4. Standard wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto make smartphone integration seamless, while the available Digital Key 2.0 allows owners to unlock, start, and drive the vehicle using their smartphone. The system even allows digital keys to be shared with others via text message, making it a convenient feature for multiple users.
For 2025, the Kia K4 will be available in five trim levels: LX, EX, EX+, GT-Line Turbo, and GT-Line Turbo Tech. The standard LX and EX trims focus on providing essential features at an affordable price point, while the EX+ adds more comfort and technology. The GT-Line Turbo and GT-Line Turbo Tech trims, on the other hand, are designed for those who seek a sportier aesthetic and enhanced performance, featuring the more powerful turbocharged engine and a sport-tuned suspension. These trims also come with unique exterior styling elements and additional tech features, making them stand out on the road.
The 2025 Kia K4 offers two powertrain options to suit a range of driving preferences. The base engine is a 2.0-litre four-cylinder that produces 147 horsepower, paired with an intelligently variable transmission (IVT) for smooth, efficient performance. This setup is ideal for everyday commuting, providing a balance of power and fuel efficiency.
For those seeking more spirited driving, the GT-Line Turbo trims are equipped with a 1.6-litre turbocharged engine that delivers 190 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. This engine comes with an 8-speed automatic transmission and offers a sportier driving experience, especially with the multi-link rear suspension exclusive to the turbo models. The turbocharged K4 also includes paddle shifters mounted on the steering wheel for manual gear changes, adding to its performance appeal.
The 2025 Kia K4 has already arrived in Canadian dealerships, following its earlier unveiling at the 2024 New York International Auto Show. The model is now available for test drives and purchases, with all five trims expected to be on sale by the end of 2024.
The pricing for the 2025 Kia K4 will vary based on the trim level and optional features. Although official pricing has been set at the dealership level, the base LX model is expected to start at an affordable range, catering to buyers looking for a budget-friendly compact sedan. The mid-tier EX and EX+ trims will offer more features and comfort options at a higher price, while the GT-Line Turbo and GT-Line Turbo Tech models will be priced higher, reflecting their more powerful engines, upgraded suspension, and additional technology. Buyers interested in these trims can expect pricing to fall in line with other performance-oriented sedans in the compact market. For specific pricing details, buyers are encouraged to contact their local Kia dealerships.