2026 Kia K4 Hatchback Driving Video

Kia announced pricing for the all-new 2026 K4 Hatchback, a new body style that expands on the success of the K4 sedan while introducing a sportier and more dynamic feel. Designed with active drivers in mind, the K4 Hatchback offers the sedan’s premium features along with added cargo versatility and a roomier interior.

Like the K4 sedan, the K4 Hatchback’s driver cockpit is designed around a dual digital display, combining an intuitive layout with the technology of Kia’s available Connected Car Navigation Cockpit (ccNC) system. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto come standard across all Hatchback trims for connectivity on the go, as well as a wireless phone charger and SynTex seating with heated front seats. Available premium features include a heated steering wheel, a Harman Kardon6 audio system, and Digital Key 2.0 with ultra-wideband technology that allows compatible smart devices to function as virtual keys. With available Digital Features and Services via the Kia Connect Store, owners can access even more features including Over-the-Air (OTA) updates, music streaming and customizable display themes. With the available Kia voice assistant, drivers can enjoy control over key vehicle functions by simply saying, “Hey Kia” to adjust climate settings, manage audio, and more.

The K4 Hatchback is equipped with a standard 2.0-liter engine that produces 147 horsepower and 132 lb.-ft. of torque, matched with an intelligently variable transmission (IVT), while the GT-Line Turbo gets the 1.6-liter, turbocharged engine that sends 190 horsepower and 195 lb.-ft. of torque to the front wheels through an 8-speed automatic transmission. Exclusive to the K4 Hatchback GT-Line and GT-Line Turbo models is a sportier suspension for improved handling over the standard trims along with other unique design elements that amplify its sporty character.