2025 · Kia
Starting at $21,990
Depreciation, fuel, insurance, interest, maintenance
Rank 83 of 401 ranked vehicles
Age 40 driver, clean record, national average
Routine service + scheduled wear items
The Kia K4 is a compact sedan that replaces the Forte in Kia's lineup. It features a 2.0-liter four-cylinder engine delivering 147 horsepower and 132 foot-pounds of torque, with an optional 1.6-liter turbocharged engine producing 190 horsepower and 195 foot-pounds of torque. The K4 boasts a modern design with a fastback roofline and a spacious interior, offering advanced technology such as a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system and available safety features like automatic emergency braking.
The average cost of owning a Kia K4 for 5 years is $33,333. This will vary per trim level, driving habits and region. See how these ownership costs compare to each other below. Click on any of the categories to see a complete breakdown of each cost.
| Cost | Value | Percent |
|---|---|---|
| $15,273 | 46% | |
| $6,120 | 18% | |
| $5,513 | 17% | |
| $4,730 | 14% | |
| $1,697 | 5% |
That's roughly $556/month for a 40-year-old driver financing over 60 months at prevailing rates, with 12,000 annual miles. Your costs vary by zip code and trim.
Market Day Supply (MDS) measures how many days of inventory are on U.S. dealer lots at the current sales pace. Lower is faster-selling; the U.S. average across all models is roughly 60 days. Figures below cover the past 45 days of nationwide listings and sales.
Tracking with the national average — expect typical negotiating room.
National averages — figures vary by region and trim. MDS is calculated as active listings divided by daily sales velocity over the past 45 days.
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