Car Comparison: 2025 Kia K5 vs 2025 Kia K4

Kia is branching out with an exciting new ride, and we can't wait to show it to you! Introducing the all-new Kia K4 sedan, giving fans of the brand another excellent option in the coupe category. As always, your reliable team at Kia of Bedford is here to fill you in on the new 2025 Kia K4 and how it compares to the iconic K5. Shop our new inventory online for new Kia vehicles near you!

What is the Kia K4?

So what exactly is the Kia K4? Imagine the ever-popular K5 sedan in all its glory, but shrunken into a more compact size. Of course, that's oversimplifying it. Yes, the K4 is smaller, but it's different on many more levels. Let's go over the exterior and interior dimensions real quick before getting into the other specifics.

The Kia K4 Has More Backseat Space

The Kia K5 is larger, but the interior space is more suitable for the front row. That's not a problem if you like driver-centric cars, but if you'd prefer to offer more stretch space in the back for your beloved passengers, then the K4 is the way to go.

It makes sense that the Kia K5 would have more trunk space considering its extended length and width, but details are yet to come for the Kia K4's hatchback cargo dimensions which are sure to surpass its regular trunk size.

The Kia K5 Is Still More Powerful

Comparing dimensions is nice, but there's more to the new K4 that we want to talk about. The powertrain is next on the agenda. The base engine for the K4 is a 2.0L putting out 147 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque. Upgrade to the 1.6L GT-Line Turbo, and the K4 can deliver up to 190 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. Even built on a CVT, the K4 has a 0-60 score of 8 seconds.

The latest K5 received a couple of major changes in the engine department for the 2025 model year. For starters, the base engine is now 2.5L with 191 horsepower and 181 lb-ft of torque. Like the K4, the new 2025 K5 also has a GT engine option: a 2.5L Turbo capable of 290 horsepower and 310 lb-ft of torque.

Power may be in favor of the K5, but the K4's smaller stature makes it better equipped for improved mileage on the freeway:

Where the Kia K4 and K5 Are Similar: Tech and Safety

Whether you'd rather ride fast and compact or powerful and spacious, both the Kia K4 and K5 come with strikingly similar features so you can enjoy the best that both sedans have to offer. These identical features include:

• Dual 12.3-inch screens
• A 5-inch climate control panel
• Front Automatic Emergency Braking with Cyclist and Pedestrian Detection
• Adaptive Cruise Control
• Intersection Collision Avoidance
• Lane Keep Assist
• Road Sign Recognition

With more details on the horizon, stay tuned for new features as they come up!

Secure Your Test Drive at Kia of Bedford!

Are you excited for the all-new Kia K4? Or maybe you're more interested in snagging an upgraded and better-than-ever Kia K5? Either way, Kia of Bedford is the place to be for new Kia vehicles near you! Check out our new inventory online to see what we currently have in stock.