Kia VIN decoder
Decode your Kia VIN
Enter a 17-character Kia VIN to get make, model, engine, drivetrain and origin — free, in seconds. Below, see how Kia VINs are built.
How a Kia VIN is structured
Every Kia VIN follows the global ISO 3779 standard — 17 characters in three blocks.
Example Kia VIN
KNADC512AJ5012345
World Manufacturer Identifier
KNA
Characters 1–3. KNA identifies Kia, built in South Korea.
Vehicle descriptor
4–9
Characters 4–9. Model, body style, engine and a check digit.
Vehicle identifier
10–17
Characters 10–17. Model year, assembly plant and serial number.
Where to find the VIN on a Kia
On most Kia vehicles, the 17-character VIN appears in these places:
- Lower corner of the windshield, on the driver's side
- Sticker inside the driver's door jamb
- Registration, title and insurance documents
- Stamped in the engine bay, on the firewall or strut tower