Chevrolet Bolt vs Kia K4
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2026 Kia K4
Overview
| Spec | Chevrolet BoltLT | Kia K4LX |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | LT | LX |
| Body style | Hatchback | Sedan |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | continuously variable-speed automatic |
| Engine type | electric | gas |
| Model year | 2027 | 2026 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Chevrolet BoltLT | Kia K4LX |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $27,600 | $22,190 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Chevrolet BoltLT | Kia K4LX |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 34 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 30 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 40 MPG (best) |
| Battery capacity | 65 kWh (best) | — |
| Fuel tank | — | 12 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Chevrolet BoltLT | Kia K4LX |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 210 hp (best) | 147 hp |
| Torque | 169 lb-ft (best) | 132 lb-ft |
| Engine size | — | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Chevrolet BoltLT | Kia K4LX |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 4 |
| Cargo volume | 56.3 cu ft (best) | — |
| Payload | 873 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,776 lbs | 2,956 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.6 in (best) | 5 in |
| Wheelbase | 105.3 in | 107 in (best) |
| Length | 169.6 in | 185.4 in (best) |
| Width | 69.7 in | 73 in (best) |
| Height | 63.9 in (best) | 55.9 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Chevrolet BoltLT | Kia K4LX |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | Chevrolet Bolt | Kia K4 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | LT $27,600 MSRP(Currently comparing) | LX $22,190 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | RS $31,600 MSRP | LXS $23,290 MSRP |
| 3 | — | EX $24,390 MSRP |
| 4 | — | EX $24,890 MSRP |
| 5 | — | GT-Line $25,390 MSRP |
| 6 | — | GT-Line $25,890 MSRP |
| 7 | — | GT-Line Turbo $28,290 MSRP |
| 8 | — | GT-Line Turbo $28,790 MSRP |