NHTSA vPIC Data for Kia
Kia VIN Decoder
Free VIN lookup for Kia cars, trucks, and SUVs, pulled live from the official NHTSA vPIC database — model, model year, engine, trim, and manufacturer codes.
Kia Models on File with NHTSA
NHTSA's vPIC database lists 27 Kia models across all model years it has on record, including:
- Amanti
- Borrego
- Cadenza
- Carnival
- EV3
- EV6
- EV9
- Forte
- Forte Koup
- K4
- K5
- K900
- Miami
- Niro
- Optima
- Rio
- Rondo
- Sedona
- Seltos
- Sephia
- Sorento
- Soul
- Spectra
- Sportage
- Stinger
- Tekiar
- Telluride
Kia WMI (World Manufacturer Identifier) Codes
The first three characters of a VIN are the WMI, identifying the manufacturer, country, and vehicle type. NHTSA has 9 WMI codes on file for Kia:
| WMI | Country | Vehicle Type |
|---|---|---|
| 3KM | MEXICO | Multipurpose Passenger Vehicle (MPV) |
| 3KP | MEXICO | Passenger Car |
| 5NP | UNITED STATES (USA) | Passenger Car |
| 5XX | UNITED STATES (USA) | Passenger Car |
| 5XY | UNITED STATES (USA) | Multipurpose Passenger Vehicle (MPV) |
| KNA | SOUTH KOREA | Passenger Car |
| KND | SOUTH KOREA | Multipurpose Passenger Vehicle (MPV) |
| KNJ | SOUTH KOREA | Passenger Car |
| U5Y | UNITED STATES (USA) | Passenger Car |
Vehicle Types NHTSA Has On File for Kia
Kia VIN Decoder — FAQ
How do I decode a Kia VIN for free?
Enter the 17-character VIN in the field above and press "Decode Kia VIN." You'll be taken to our decoder, which queries the official NHTSA vPIC API and returns model, model year, engine, trim, body style, and more — free, with no signup.
What information can I get from a Kia VIN?
A Kia VIN decode typically reveals the model, model year, trim, engine type and displacement, body style, drive type, fuel type, plant of manufacture, and GVWR class — based on what Kia reported to NHTSA for that vehicle.
Where is the VIN located on a Kia?
On most Kia vehicles, the VIN is stamped on a plate visible through the windshield on the driver's side of the dashboard, and on a sticker inside the driver's door jamb. It's also printed on the title, registration, and insurance card.
Is this Kia VIN decoder accurate?
Yes. It queries NHTSA's vPIC (Vehicle Product Information Catalog) database directly — the same federal database Kia and other manufacturers submit vehicle specification data to.