Kia Models 2026: Trims, Specs and Which One Suits You

Table of Contents:

  • Which Kia Models 2026 Are Listed on Our Site?
  • Sedans for the City and Longer Trips: PEGAS, K3, K4 and K5
  • SUVs for Smaller Families: Sonet, SELTOS and SPORTAGE
  • For Large Families: Carens With Seven Seats and Carnival With Eight
  • For the Desert and Work: the Kia Tasman Pickup
  • How Do You Compare Kia Trims Before Buying?
  • How Do You Find Kia 2026 Prices and Buy the Right Trim?
  • Frequently Asked Questions About Kia Models 2026
  • Conclusion

Kia models 2026 listed on our site comprise ten models from the 2025 and 2026 model years that cover most buyer needs in Saudi Arabia: sedans for the city and daily driving (PEGAS, K3, K4 and K5), SUVs (Sonet, SELTOS and SPORTAGE), two family models with seven and eight seats (Carens and Carnival), and the Tasman pickup. This guide explains how they differ in body type, engine, power, seats and drive, and suggests which model suits each kind of use; you can browse the full list on the Kia cars page.

Which Kia Models 2026 Are Listed on Our Site?

Kia is a South Korean car brand. The table below summarises the models listed on our site using one representative trim per model; its specifications are those of that listed trim only and vary by trim and model year, so check the car page for the trim you want before deciding. A dash means the value is not given in this guide.

Model Type Engine Power Seats Drive Transmission
PEGAS Sedan 1.4 L 95 HP 5 Front Automatic
K3 Sedan 1.6 L 123 HP 5 Front Automatic
K4 Sedan 1.6 L 123 HP 5 Front Automatic
K5 Sedan 2.5 L 194 HP 5 Front Automatic
Sonet Small SUV 1.5 L 115 HP 5 Front CVT
SELTOS Compact SUV 1.5 L 115 HP 5 Front CVT
SPORTAGE SUV - - 5 Front Automatic
Carens Three-row family car 1.5 L 115 HP 7 Front CVT
Carnival Family van 3.5 L V6 268 HP 8 Front Automatic
Kia Tasman Pickup 2.5 L 277 HP 5 Four-wheel Automatic

The representative trims in the table are: PEGAS GL 2026, K3 GL Retail 2026, K4 GL 2026, K5 GLS 2026, Sonet GL Upgraded 2026, SELTOS GL 2026, SPORTAGE GL - LARGE 2026, Carens GL 2026, Carnival GLS 2025 and Tasman EX-TOP 2026. The SPORTAGE engine and power are left to the trim page.

 

Sedans for the City and Longer Trips: PEGAS, K3, K4 and K5

The Kia PEGAS has the smallest engine among the listed sedans; the GL 2026 trim has a 1.4 L four-cylinder engine with 95 HP and 132 Nm of torque, an automatic transmission and 14 inch wheels, plus Bluetooth and a USB port. It suits buyers who want a simple sedan for daily city driving, and it is listed in GL and GLS trims for the 2025 and 2026 model years.

The Kia K3 is listed in the GL Retail 2026 trim, with a 1.6 L four-cylinder engine producing 123 HP and 151 Nm of torque, an automatic transmission and 15 inch wheels. Its equipment includes an 8 inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, a rear camera and rear-seat air vents, making it a practical choice for daily use.

The Kia K4 (often searched as Kia K 4) shares the K3 engine figures in the GL 2026 trim: 1.6 L, 123 HP and 151 Nm, with a stated fuel economy of 15.3 km/L, but it comes with 16 inch wheels, a 12.3 inch touchscreen, a rear-seat occupant alert and a drive-mode selector. Its listed trims are GL, GL Upgraded 1.6, GL Upgraded 2.0L and GLS.

The Kia K5 (sometimes searched as Kia 5 or Kia Five) has the most powerful engine among the listed sedans; the GLS 2026 trim has a 2.5 L four-cylinder engine producing 194 HP and 246 Nm of torque, a fuel economy of 15.7 km/L and 17 inch wheels. Its equipment includes a panoramic roof, ventilated and heated seats, a power driver seat with memory, a 12.3 inch touchscreen and a wireless charger, which makes it suitable for drivers who cover long trips between cities.

 

SUVs for Smaller Families: Sonet, SELTOS and SPORTAGE

The Kia Sonet is the smallest SUV in the list and is listed in the GL Upgraded 2026 and LX 2025 trims. The listed trim has a 1.5 L four-cylinder engine with 115 HP and 144 Nm of torque, a CVT transmission, a fuel economy of 17.0 km/L, 16 inch wheels, an 8 inch touchscreen and automatic climate control. It suits buyers who want the height of an SUV with easy city driving.

The Kia SELTOS is larger than the Sonet, and the engine figures of its GL 2026 trim match it: 1.5 L, 115 HP and 144 Nm with a CVT transmission, a fuel economy of 17.5 km/L and 16 inch wheels. It adds a wireless charger, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, smart entry and a rear camera. Its listed trims are EX and GL for the 2025 model year, and GL and GLS for the 2026 model year.

The Kia SPORTAGE is a five-seat SUV listed in GL, GLS 1.6 and L - GLS trims for the 2025 model year, and GL - LARGE and L - GLS trims for the 2026 model year. The GL - LARGE 2026 trim has front-wheel drive, a fuel economy of 14.6 km/L and 17 inch wheels, with smart entry, push-button start, cruise control and rear air conditioning. Engine specifications differ between trims, so check them on the page of the trim you want. It suits small families who want a roomier cabin and air conditioning for rear passengers.

 

For Large Families: Carens With Seven Seats and Carnival With Eight

The Kia Carens is a three-row family car with seven seats in the GL 2026 trim, with a 1.5 L engine producing 115 HP and 144 Nm of torque, a CVT transmission, a fuel economy of 16.6 km/L and 16 inch wheels. Its equipment includes a folding third row, a sliding second row, USB ports for the second row and a front cup holder with cooling and heating. Its listed trims are GL, GL Camera and GLS for the 2025 model year, and GL and GLS for the 2026 model year.

The Kia Carnival is the largest model in the list with eight seats, and it is listed in GL and GLS trims for the 2025 model year. The GLS trim has a 3.5 L V6 engine producing 268 HP and 331.5 Nm of torque, a fuel economy of 11.2 km/L and 19 inch wheels, with an electric sunroof, ventilated front seats, a power tailgate, rear air conditioning and rear sunshades. It suits large families and long trips between cities.

 

For the Desert and Work: the Kia Tasman Pickup

The Kia Tasman is the only pickup among the Kia models on our site, and it is listed for the 2026 model year in three trims: EX-TOP, LX GLS 4x4 and LX 4X2. The EX-TOP trim has four-wheel drive and a 2.5 L four-cylinder engine producing 277 HP and 422 Nm of torque, a fuel economy of 10.7 km/L and 18 inch wheels, with forward collision warning, blind-spot information and two 12.3 inch screens. If you head out to the desert or need four-wheel drive, choose a 4x4 trim, while the 4X2 trim suits paved roads and everyday work.

 

How Do You Compare Kia Trims Before Buying?

Most Kia models on our site carry trims with similar names such as GL and GLS, along with special names such as GL Upgraded, GL - LARGE, GL Camera, GL Retail, EX, LX and EX-TOP. Do not rely on the trim name alone, and compare with these steps:

  • Decide on the model year first, because some models are listed for 2025 and 2026 with different trims.
  • Compare engine, power and torque on each trim page, as with the K4, which includes the GL Upgraded 1.6 and GL Upgraded 2.0L trims.
  • Check the drive system on the Tasman between the LX 4X2 trim and the LX GLS 4x4 trim before choosing.
  • Compare the equipment that matters to you: camera, screen size, seat type, rear air conditioning and sunroof.
  • Confirm the number of seats if your family is large: the Carens has seven seats and the Carnival eight.

Once you have chosen a trim, the guide to new car buying steps before you sign and take delivery helps you organise the inspection and paperwork.

 

How Do You Find Kia 2026 Prices and Buy the Right Trim?

The price of each trim is shown on its own car page and changes with the trim and model year, which is why this guide does not state prices. If there are offers on Kia models, you will find them on the current offers page, and to estimate instalments before applying, use the car finance calculator.

You can view the listed models at the Saleh Cars branches and find their locations on the contact and branches page or through the unified number 920022122.

 

Frequently Asked Questions About Kia Models 2026

What is the price of the Kia PEGAS 2026?

The PEGAS price differs between the GL and GLS trims and by model year; the current price of each trim, with any running offer, is shown on the car page and the offers page, and you can estimate instalments with the finance calculator.

What is the difference between the Kia K4 and the Kia K3?

The listed trims of both have a 1.6 L engine with 123 HP and 151 Nm of torque, but the K4 GL comes with 16 inch wheels and a 12.3 inch touchscreen, while the K3 GL Retail comes with 15 inch wheels and an 8 inch touchscreen.

Is Kia 5 the same as the Kia K5?

Yes, many people write the K5 name as Kia 5 or Kia Five. It is a sedan listed in GL, GL Retail and GLS trims for the 2025 and 2026 model years.

What is the difference between the Kia SPORTAGE 2025 and 2026 on the site?

The listed 2025 trims are GL, GLS 1.6 and L - GLS, and the 2026 trims are GL - LARGE and L - GLS, so compare each trim page to see the differences in engine and equipment.

Which Kia model suits a large family?

The Carens with seven seats in the GL 2026 trim, and the Carnival with eight seats in the GLS 2025 trim with a 3.5 L V6 engine.

 

Conclusion

Kia models on our site include the city sedans PEGAS, K3 and K4, the more powerful K5 sedan, the Sonet, SELTOS and SPORTAGE SUVs, the Carens and Carnival family models and the Tasman pickup. Decide what you need in seats, drive and equipment first, then compare the trims on the car pages and browse the full list in Kia cars.

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