K4 Hatchback EX FWD
What the K4 Hatchback EX adds over the LX (+$2,700)
| Spec | LX | K4 Hatchback EX |
|---|---|---|
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 14.6 cu-ft | 22.2 cu-ft |
| Curb weight (maximum) | 2956 lbs | 3080 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2932 lbs | 3060 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 3924 lbs | 4034 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 29 mpg | 28 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 33 mpg | 30 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 39 mpg | 34 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $22,290 | $24,990 |
| Overall height | 55.9 in | 56.3 in |
| Overall length | 185.4 in | 174.4 in |
| Tire size | 205/55R16 | 225/45R17 |
| Wheel diameter | 16 in | 17 in |
| Wheel material | steel | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 6.5 in | 7 in |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 17-inch alloy wheels (Black, Machine Finish), 2 Tweeter speakers, 6 speakers, 60/40 split-folding rear seat, Artificial Leather SynTex seat trim, Audio and Bluetooth Hands-free with Steering remote control, Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist (BCA) Driving-Warning, with Parallel Exit, C/Pad interior trim with Pad Print, Central door lock switch, Drive Mode Select (Normal, Sport), Dual Zone - Full Automatic Temperature Control, Front and rear power windows, Front/Rear Door Upper Deluxe IMG (soft touch material) Trim, Gloss Black Radiator Grille with chrome trim, Heated front seats, LED Amber Daytime Running Lights (DRL), LED Luggage Lamp, LED type High Mounted Stop Lamp, Lane Following Assist (LFA), Passenger Seatback Pocket, Power driver window with auto-up/down, Power passenger window with auto-up/down, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance (RCCA), Rear center armrest with cup-holder, Safe Exit Warning (SEW), Satin Chrome Inside Door Handle, Single Muffler Hidden type, Sunvisor Sliding type with LED Illumination, SynTex Transmission Gear Shift Knob, Two-spoke design, SynTex Steering Wheel, Wireless charging
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 280.0 mm |
| Front brake type | ventilated disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 262.0 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | epb |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 22.2 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Overall height | 56.3 in |
| Overall length | 174.4 in |
| Overall width | 72.8 in |
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1999 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0L I-4, Multi Point Injection (MPI), Atkinson |
| Valve configuration | DOHC 16-Valve |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 147 hp |
| Torque | 132 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 28 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 30 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 34 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 92 |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 39 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 42.3 in |
| Third-row legroom | 38 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $24,990 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 56.5 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 54.7 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Column Mounted-Motor Driven Power Steering (C-MDPS) |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson strut |
| Rear suspension type | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) |
Tires
| Tire size | 225/45R17 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 5.149:1 |
| Transmission speeds | 8 |
| Transmission type | Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 3080 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 3060 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4034 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 17 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 7 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety30 std · 0 opt
- Blind-Spot Collision Avoidance Assist (BCA) Driving-Warning, with Parallel Exit
- Smart Cruise Control (SCC) with Stop and Go, steering remote control
- Forward Collision Avoidance (FCA), Car/Pedestrian/Cyclist/Junction-Turning
- Lane Following Assist (LFA)
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance (RCCA)
- Dual front advanced airbags
- Dual front seat-mounted side airbags
- Full-length side curtain airbags
- Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
- Rear View Monitor (RVM) with Parking guidelines
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Dual rear seat-mounted side airbags
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
- Child Anchor (ISO FIX)
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Front and rear 3-point seat belts
- Front and rear seat-belt pretensioners and load limiter
- Front seatbelt Driver's reminder
- Front seatbelt buckle sensor
- Haptic Steering Wheel warning
- Height-adjustable front seat-belt anchors
- High Beam Assist (HBA)
- Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
- Parking Brake Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Auto Hold
- Rear Child Safety Door Locks
- Rear Occupant Alert (ROA)
- Safe Exit Warning (SEW)
- Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
- Immobilizer
- Tire Pressure Monitor System (TPMS) High line
Infotainment8 std · 0 opt
- Audio and Bluetooth Hands-free with Steering remote control
- 12.3-inch Touch screen, ccNC Lite Radio, SXM and HD Radio
- 2 Tweeter speakers
- 6 speakers
- CarPlay/Android Auto Wired and Wireless
- USB-C charger Front (2 ports, front center console)
- USB-C charger Rear (2 ports, rear center console)
- Wireless charging
Convenience9 std · 0 opt
- Smart Key with Remote/Push-button Start
- Auto door lock system with Speed Sensing/Shift Lever Auto Lock, and Impact Sensing Unlock
- Central door lock switch
- Front and rear power windows
- Inside Handle Override All Doors
- Power driver window with auto-up/down
- Power outlet (x1)
- Power passenger window with auto-up/down
- Two-turn driver door unlock
Climate2 std · 0 opt
- Dual Zone - Full Automatic Temperature Control
- PTC Heater
Seating6 std · 0 opt
- 60/40 split-folding rear seat
- Artificial Leather SynTex seat trim
- Heated front seats
- Driver's seat Height Adjustable - Pumping type
- Passenger side Height Adjustable - Pumping type
- Rear center armrest with cup-holder
Interior18 std · 0 opt
- 4-inch TFT Cluster
- C/Pad interior trim with Pad Print
- Deluxe SynTex Inside Door Armrest
- Floor console Armrest with SynTex material
- Front/Rear Door Upper Deluxe IMG (soft touch material) Trim
- Glove Box with Damper
- LED Luggage Lamp
- LED Map and Room Lamp
- Passenger Seatback Pocket
- Satin Chrome Inside Door Handle
- Sunvisor Sliding type with LED Illumination
- Sunvisor Vanity mirror with cover and Driver's Ticket Holder
- SynTex Transmission Gear Shift Knob
- Two-spoke design, SynTex Steering Wheel
- Inside Rear-view Mirror Day and Night
- Manual tilt and telescopic steering column
- Trip Computer
- Front/Rear Inside Door Map Pocket and Bottle Holder
Exterior21 std · 0 opt
- 17-inch alloy wheels (Black, Machine Finish)
- Black Belt-line molding
- Black Side Sill
- Black Side Window Trim
- Black bumper
- Conventional Wiper Blade type
- Escort headlights
- Gloss Black Radiator Grille with chrome trim
- Heated Back-lite
- K4 emblem (left side of trunk)
- LED Amber Daytime Running Lights (DRL)
- LED Multi-Focus Reflector (MFR) Headlights
- LED and Bulb type Rear Combination Lamps
- LED type High Mounted Stop Lamp
- Outside Mirror with Black Mirror Arm and Body Color Mirror Cap
- Outside Rear-view Mirror Electric adjustable and Heated
- UV Cut Glass and Solar Glass Windshield with Backlite, Front and Rear door
- Auto Light Control System
- Single Muffler Hidden type
- Temporary spare tire
- Low Washer Fluid Warning
Powertrain4 std · 0 opt
- Front-Wheel Drive (FWD)
- 2.0L Multi Port Injection (MPI) engine
- Drive Mode Select (Normal, Sport)
- Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT)
Chassis4 std · 0 opt
- Column Mounted-Motor Driven Power Steering (C-MDPS)
- Front McPherson strut with Coil spring
- Rear Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA)
- Shock Absorber Type Gas
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Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2026 K4. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the K4 Hatchback EX
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2026 Kia K4 K4 Hatchback EX?
The manufacturer lists $24,990 for the 2026 Kia K4 K4 Hatchback EX. That is $2,700 above the LX, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2026 Kia K4 K4 Hatchback EX add over the LX?
Against the LX, 31 features become standard that the LX does not and 14 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.