2026 Kia K4

After an extended drive in the top-level GT-Line Turbo trim of the 2026 Kia K4 Hatchback, we can tell you that it’s close to exactly the same driving experience of the sedan.

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The K4 sedan soldiers on with minor updates for the new model year concentrated on the EX and GT-Line trims.

The new 2026 K4 Hatchback is mechanically identical to the sedan but only available in the three highest trim levels from the 2025 sedan lineup.

The Kia K4 looks to be a compelling option right up there with the Honda Civic that also offers both sedan and hatchback body styles.

For 2026, Kia is back at the New York International Auto Show to debut its K4 Hatchback, which adds more cargo space and an available sport suspension.