The Kia K4 sedan has earned a prestigious spot on the 2025 Wards 10 Best Interiors & UX list, an accolade that recognizes excellence in vehicle interior design and user experience across a broad range of categories.
This honor underscores Kia’s growing reputation for blending cutting-edge technology with thoughtful, high-quality craftsmanship.
The annual Wards 10 Best Interiors & UX awards evaluate new or significantly redesigned vehicles based on criteria such as aesthetics, materials, comfort, layout, ergonomics, infotainment, connectivity, displays, controls, advanced driver assistance systems (ADAS), and overall value. This year, 34 vehicles were evaluated, and the Kia K4 stood out as a top contender in a competitive field.
“We are honored that the editors at Wards have acknowledged the attention to detail and innovation we invested in the Kia K4 cabin,” said Steven Center, Chief Operating Officer and Executive Vice President of Kia America. “Our design team strived to create a welcoming, high-tech interior, and this award shows that our vision resonates.”
According to Christie Schweinsberg, Wards 10 Best Interiors & UX program manager and judge, the Kia K4 proves that exceptional design and advanced technology are not limited to luxury or high-priced vehicles. “At a time when the average price of a new car continues to rise in the U.S., the K4 demonstrates that premium features can still be accessible,” she said. She further praised the K4’s striking black-and-white interior, sharp graphics, spacious design, and intuitive technology suite.
Judges were particularly impressed by the K4’s cabin layout and interior ergonomics, which redefine expectations in the compact sedan segment. The K4 offers an expansive digital interface with a nearly 30-inch combined screen display composed of a 12.3-inch instrument cluster, a 5-inch climate control display, and a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen. Its advanced Over-the-Air (OTA) update capability and seamless smartphone integration were also lauded.
The Kia K4 continues to establish itself as a leader in design-forward, technologically advanced sedans. With its bold aesthetic, superior comfort, and cutting-edge user experience, the K4 reaffirms Kia’s commitment to pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the compact car market.