Kia K4 Transmission Specifications
The 2026 Kia K4 uses Automatic (AV-S1), Automatic (S8) transmissions, depending on engine and trim.
Latest model year (2026):
The Kia K4 comes with Automatic (AV-S1), Automatic (S8) depending on engine and trim.
Kia K4 Transmission — All Years
| Year | Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Automatic (AV-S1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 33 |
| 2026 | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Automatic (AV-S1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 33 |
| 2026 | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Automatic (AV-S1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 30 |
| 2026 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 1.6L | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 |
| 2026 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 1.6L | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 28 |
| 2025 | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Automatic (AV-S1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 33 |
| 2025 | Auto (AV-S1), 4 cyl, 2.0 L | 4 2.0L | Automatic (AV-S1) | Front-Wheel Drive | 34 |
| 2025 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | 4 1.6L | Automatic (S8) | Front-Wheel Drive | 29 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Kia K4 Transmission FAQ
What transmission does the Kia K4 have?
The Kia K4 is offered with Automatic (AV-S1), Automatic (S8) (2026 and earlier model years). Availability depends on engine and trim — see the year-by-year table above.
Does the Kia K4 come with a manual transmission?
No manual transmission is listed for the Kia K4 in the EPA data we track; all listed configurations are automatic or CVT.