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Mar 28, 2024

On March 27, Kia unveiled the all-new 2025 K4 compact four-door for its global debut at the 2024 New York International Auto Show.

As Kia’s fourth-generation compact sedan, the K4 is scheduled to arrive in the U.S. in the second half of 2024 in five trim levels: LX, LXS, EX, GT-Line and GT-Line Turbo.

•    The front-wheel-drive K4 will offer a standard 2.0-liter engine that produces 147 hp and 132 lb-ft of torque, mated to an intelligently variable transmission (IVT), along with an optional 1.6-liter, turbocharged engine that produces 190 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque, mated an 8-speed automatic transmission.

•    With an overall length of 185.4 inches and width of 72.8 inches, the K4 is the widest and has the largest footprint in the compact segment, along with a conventional trunk that affords 14.6 cubic feet of cargo capacity. 

•    Rear passengers will enjoy the ride with a class leading 38 inches of leg room and class leading head room at 37.3 inches.

•    Standard, vertically oriented LED headlights and taillights take inspiration from the flagship EV9, while hidden rear door handles in the C-pillar emphasize the K4’s fastback proportions.

•    The ultramodern Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) operating system with OTA capability projects across a combined nearly 30 inches of a digital display command center. 

•    The K4 offers the latest Kia ADAS suite, including standard Intelligent Speed Limit Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go, and Forward Collision Avoidance, among others.

(Kia press release on March 27, 2024)

Mar 22, 2024

On March 21, Kia revealed full images of the exterior and interior design of the Kia K4 next-generation compact sedan.

The global premiere of the Kia K4 will take place at the New York International Auto Show, March 27, 2024.

At the front, the Kia K4 has vertical headlamps that contribute to a wide stance, while the Daytime Running Light (DRL) elements are integrated with horizontal chrome strips, creating a further evolution of the brand’s signature Tiger Face.

From the rear, vertical lamps positioned at the extreme ends of the vehicle cut vertically downwards towards a wide, technical bumper. 

Interior design has a driver-oriented cockpit separated from the passenger area with a bold graphic split that fuses technology and exceptional comfort with exceptional visual and functional appeal

Occupants can choose from a range of direct and indirect lighting options to illuminate the K4’s sophisticated, premium-quality cabin. 

(Kia press release on March 21, 2024)

Mar 22, 2024

On March 21, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) said that Hyundai Motor America and Kia America are recalling a combined 147,110 U.S. vehicles over a damaged charging unit.

Hyundai is recalling 98,878 vehicles, including 2022-2024 IONIQ 5, 2023-2024 IONIQ 6, Genesis GV60, Genesis GV70 "Electrified," and Genesis GV80 "Electrified" vehicles. 

Kia will recall 48,232 vehicles, including 2022-2024 EV6 models.

NHTSA says that the Integrated Charging Control Unit (ICCU) may become damaged and stop charging the 12-Volt battery, which can result in a loss of drive power, and increase the risk of a crash.

The affected integrated charging control units were manufactured by Hyundai Mobis.

(U.S. NHTSA releases and other sources on March 20, 2024) 1 / 2