Kia K4 hatch will get a hybrid

Kia has confirmed a full-hybrid K4 launching in Europe in 2026, designed to rival the Toyota Corolla hybrid. Image Credits: Kia

Australian Launch

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System Specs

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Performance & Power

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More hybrid launches?

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