LX
The Essential
147-hp 2.0L starting point with the 12.3-in touchscreen, wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, and Drive Wise basics.
Five trims. One reference. Skim the quick-glance chart, dig into each trim's personality, or expand the full spec sheet — your call.
QUICK GLANCE
The Essential
147-hp 2.0L starting point with the 12.3-in touchscreen, wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, and Drive Wise basics.
The Smart Step
Adds Blind-Spot Warning, Rear Cross-Traffic, Safe Exit Warning, 60/40 folding rear seats, and 16-in alloys.
The Comfort
Heated SynTex front seats, wireless charging, 17-in alloys, dual one-touch power windows, and satin chrome trim.
The Sporty
GT-Line styling, 18-in wheels, available wide sunroof, paddle shifters, and 10-way power driver's seat.
The Enthusiast
Turbocharged 190-hp 1.6L, 8-speed auto, Harman Kardon, 12.3-in digital cluster, and full Drive Wise suite.
147-hp 2.0L starting point with the 12.3-in touchscreen, wireless CarPlay/Android Auto, and Drive Wise basics.
Side by side
The Full Spec Sheet
| Spec | LX | LXS | EX | GT-Line | GT-Line Turbo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L I-4 DOHC | 2.0L I-4 DOHC | 2.0L I-4 DOHC | 2.0L I-4 DOHC | Turbo 1.6L I-4 DOHC |
| Displacement | 1,999 cc | 1,999 cc | 1,999 cc | 1,999 cc | 1,598 cc |
| Horsepower | 147 @ 6,200 | 147 @ 6,200 | 147 @ 6,200 | 147 @ 6,200 | 190 @ 6,000 |
| Torque (lb-ft) | 132 @ 4,500 | 132 @ 4,500 | 132 @ 4,500 | 132 @ 4,500 | 195 @ 1,700–4,500 |
| Compression ratio | 12.5:1 | 12.5:1 | 12.5:1 | 12.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel delivery | MPI | MPI | MPI | MPI | GDI |
| Transmission | IVT | IVT | IVT | IVT | 8-speed automatic |
| Drive Mode Select | — | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Paddle Shifters | — | — | — | Standard | Standard |
| Drivetrain | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) | Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
| Steering | Electric C-MDPS | Electric C-MDPS | Electric C-MDPS | Electric C-MDPS | Electric C-MDPS |
| Body construction | Steel Unibody | Steel Unibody | Steel Unibody | Steel Unibody | Steel Unibody |
| Spec | LX | LXS | EX | GT-Line | GT-Line Turbo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EPA city/hwy/comb | 29/39/33 | 29/39/33 | 29/39/33 | 29/39/33 | 26/33/28 |
| Fuel tank | 12.4 gal | 12.4 gal | 12.4 gal | 12.4 gal | 12.4 gal |
| Fuel requirement | Regular unleaded, 87 octane | Regular unleaded, 87 octane | Regular unleaded, 87 octane | Regular unleaded, 87 octane | Regular unleaded, 87 octane |
| Curb weight (min/max lb) | 2,932 / 2,956 | 2,932 / 2,956 | 3,000 / 3,000 | 3,080 / 3,161 | 3,265 / 3,280 |
| Gross weight | 3,924 lb | 3,924 lb | 3,924 lb | 4,101 lb | 4,189 lb |
| Spec | LX | LXS | EX | GT-Line | GT-Line Turbo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheels | 16" Steel w/ covers | 16" Alloy, dark gray | 17" Alloy, black/machined | 18" Alloy, black/machined | 18" Alloy, black |
| Tires | 205/55 R16 | 205/55 R16 | 225/45 R17 | 235/40 R18 | 235/40 R18 |
| Spare | Compact | Compact | Compact | Compact | Compact |
| Headlights | Multi Reflector LED | Multi Reflector LED | Multi Reflector LED | Multi Reflector LED | Small Cube LED Projector |
| LED Fog Lights | — | — | — | — | Standard |
| Taillights | LED | LED | LED | LED | Full LED Combination |
| Amber LED DRL | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| High Beam Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Auto Headlight Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Spec | LX | LXS | EX | GT-Line | GT-Line Turbo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front grille | Black w/ metal paint | Black w/ metal paint | Gloss black w/ chrome | GT-Line gloss black w/ chrome | GT-Line gloss black w/ chrome |
| Window surrounds | Black | Black | Black | Gloss black | Gloss black |
| Mirror caps | Body-color | Body-color | Body-color | Gloss black | Gloss black |
| Heated power side mirrors | Standard | Standard | Standard | — | — |
| Heated mirrors w/ LED signal, slim arm | — | — | — | Standard | Standard |
| GT-Line exterior styling | — | — | — | Standard | Standard |
| Smart Trunk | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Shark fin antenna | Body color | Body color | Body color | Body color | Body color |
| Spec | LX | LXS | EX | GT-Line | GT-Line Turbo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat material | Cloth | Cloth | SynTex | SynTex | SynTex |
| Driver seat | 6-way manual | 6-way manual | 6-way manual | 10-way power w/ lumbar | 10-way power w/ lumbar |
| Passenger seat | 6-way manual | 6-way manual | 6-way manual | 6-way manual | 6-way manual |
| Driver memory seat & mirrors | — | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Heated front seats | — | — | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Ventilated front seats | — | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Heated steering wheel | — | — | — | Optional | Optional |
| Steering wheel | Urethane | Urethane | SynTex | GT-Line SynTex Sport | GT-Line SynTex Sport |
| Alloy sport pedals | — | — | — | — | Standard |
| 60/40 split-folding rear seats | — | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear seat center armrest w/ cup holders | — | — | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| LED interior lighting | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Multicolor ambient mood lighting | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Wide sunroof | — | — | — | Optional | Standard |
| Sound-absorbing windshield | — | — | — | Optional | Standard |
| Solar control glass | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Interior door handles | Metal paint | Metal paint | Satin chrome | Satin chrome | Satin chrome |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors | — | — | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Spec | LX | LXS | EX | GT-Line | GT-Line Turbo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Touchscreen | 12.3-in | 12.3-in | 12.3-in | 12.3-in (Nav opt) | 12.3-in w/ Nav |
| Instrument display | 4-in | 4-in | 4-in | 4-in (12.3-in opt) | 12.3-in digital |
| Audio | 4-speaker | 6-speaker | 6-speaker | 6-spk (Harman Kardon opt) | Harman Kardon 8-spk |
| Wireless CarPlay / Android Auto | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| SiriusXM Satellite Radio | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| HD Radio | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Wireless phone charger | — | — | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Kia AI Assistant | — | — | — | Optional | Standard |
| Kia Connect | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Remote Start | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Pre-cooling/heating via Kia Access | — | — | — | Optional | Standard |
| Over-the-Air Updates | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Bluetooth multi-device | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear USB-C charging ports | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Front USB-C data + charging | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Spec | LX | LXS | EX | GT-Line | GT-Line Turbo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Smart Key | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Push Button Start | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Digital Key 2.0 | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Power windows w/ driver one-touch | Standard | Standard | — | — | — |
| Power windows w/ driver + pass one-touch | — | — | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Variable intermittent wipers | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Day/Night rearview mirror | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Spec | LX | LXS | EX | GT-Line | GT-Line Turbo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| FCA 2 w/ Evasive Steering | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Blind-Spot Collision Warning | — | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Blind-Spot View Monitor | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Rear Cross-Traffic Avoidance | — | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Lane Keeping & Following Assist | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Smart Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| NSCC w/ Stop & Go - Curve | — | — | — | Optional | Standard |
| Highway Driving Assist | — | — | — | Optional | Standard |
| Highway Driving Assist 2 | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Front Parking Sensors | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Rear Parking Sensors | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Side Parking Sensors | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Rear Parking Collision-Avoidance | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| 360° Surround View Monitor | — | — | — | — | Optional |
| Safe Exit Warning | — | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rear Occupant Alert | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Driver Attention Warning | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Rearview Monitor w/ Parking Guidance | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Airbags (front, front side, rear side, curtain) | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| ABS, 4-Wheel Disc Brakes | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Vehicle Stability Management | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Hill Start Assist Control | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard | Standard |
| Spec | LX | LXS | EX | GT-Line | GT-Line Turbo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 107.1 in | 107.1 in | 107.1 in | 107.1 in | 107.1 in |
| Length | 185.4 in | 185.4 in | 185.4 in | 185.4 in | 185.4 in |
| Width | 72.8 in | 72.8 in | 72.8 in | 72.8 in | 72.8 in |
| Height | 55.9 in | 55.9 in | 55.9 in | 55.9 in | 55.9 in |
| Ground clearance | 5.3 in | 5.3 in | 5.3 in | 5.3 in | 5.3 in |
| Front/Rear track | 62.4 / 62.8 in | 62.4 / 62.8 in | 62.2 / 62.6 in | 61.7 / 62.2 in | 61.7 / 62.2 in |
| Headroom front/rear | 39.0 / 37.3 in | 39.0 / 37.3 in | 39.0 / 37.3 in | 37.1 / 37.2 in (w/ sunroof) | 37.1 / 37.2 in (w/ sunroof) |
| Legroom front/rear | 42.3 / 38.0 in | 42.3 / 38.0 in | 42.3 / 38.0 in | 42.3 / 38.0 in | 42.3 / 38.0 in |
| Shoulder room front/rear | 56.5 / 54.7 in | 56.5 / 54.7 in | 56.5 / 54.7 in | 56.5 / 54.7 in | 56.5 / 54.7 in |
| Hip room front/rear | 53.3 / 51.9 in | 53.3 / 51.9 in | 53.3 / 51.9 in | 53.3 / 51.9 in | 53.3 / 51.9 in |
| Trunk volume (SAE) | 14.6 cu ft | 14.6 cu ft | 14.6 cu ft | 14.6 cu ft | 14.6 cu ft |