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Kia K4 Draws Fresh Reviews as U.S. Hatch Pricing Drops and Aussie GT-Line Sedan Tested

Reviewers spotlight pricing, powertrains, ADAS behavior.

Overview

  • Edmunds and TFLcar detail the 2026 K4 Hatchback lineup in the U.S., with the EX starting at $26,235, the GT-Line at $27,235, and the GT-Line Turbo at $30,135.
  • The hatch offers a 2.0-liter 147-hp engine with a CVT or a 1.6-liter turbo with 190 hp and an eight-speed automatic, both sending power to the front wheels.
  • Edmunds notes the hatch is about 11 inches shorter than the sedan yet keeps generous passenger space and provides 22.2 cubic feet of cargo capacity.
  • GoAuto’s Australian test of the K4 GT-Line sedan cites a 1.6-liter turbo rated at 142 kW/264 Nm with an eight-speed automatic and observed 7.7 L/100km in combined driving.
  • Safety and driver-assist tech include adaptive cruise control, AEB, blind-spot monitoring, a 360-degree camera, and HDA 2 with lane-change assist, though reviewers flag intrusive alerts and a firm ride.