- The all-new 2025 Kia K4 is priced between $21,990 and $28,090.
- The K4 is more expensive than its predecessor but adds sexier styling and more tech.
- The flagship K4 GT-Line Turbo delivers 190 hp, while the rest of the lineup offers 147 hp.
Kia has unveiled pricing for the all-new 2025 K4, the successor to the Forte in its U.S. sedan lineup. Starting at $21,990, excluding destination fees, the brand’s entry-level sedan marks a $2,200 premium over its predecessor.
You can see the prices of the 2025 Kia K4 lineup in the table below, alongside the differences with the 2024 Kia Forte. All MSRP figures exclude a $1,155 destination fee.
The K4’s price tag is a step up from its discontinued Forte predecessor, but it comes with a host of upgrades. Inside, you’ll find a more upscale cabin with advanced tech features. And while it’s a compact model, Kia claims that the 185.4-inch-long (4,710 mm) sedan offers 38 inches (965 mm) of “class-leading” rear legroom and a cargo area comparable to midsize sedans.
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Wireless Apple Car Play and Android Auto come standard, as with the 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen. Available features include a more sophisticated digital cockpit, Harman Kardon audio, heated and ventilated front seats, a Digital Key, and a sunroof. Safety equipment includes eight airbags and 11 ADAS as standard, from a total of 29 available systems.
The Kia Forte GT is being replaced by the Kia K4 GT-Line Turbo, hinting that the GT label might be reserved for a full-blown performance model. The flagship GT-Line Turbo is powered by a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine, producing a slightly detuned 190 hp (142 kW / 193 PS) and 195 lb-ft (264 Nm) of torque.
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The rest of the Kia K4 lineup is offered with a naturally aspirated 2.0-liter engine delivering 147 hp (110 kW / 149 PS) and 132 lb-ft (179 Nm) of torque. Furthermore, the sporty GT-Line and GT-Line Turbo grades are the only ones with multi-link rear suspension.
Deliveries of the 2025 Kia K4 in the US market will begin in September 2024. The GT-Line will follow in November 2024, while the flagship GT-Line Turbo is expected early next year. While Kia has remained mum on a hatchback variant, we anticipate its arrival in the coming months, adding another option to the K4 lineup.
