If you own or have recently purchased a used vehicle and want to know what features were included on your vehicle when it was first manufactured, or what the original sticker price was, you are in the right place.
We have developed a free Window Sticker lookup tool that, when used, will decode your vehicle’s VIN and generate an identical replica of the original window sticker that shows information on your Kia’s initial price, trim, and packages.
In addition to providing you with a window sticker for your Kia, we will address the following questions:
How do I get the original window sticker (Monroney Label) for my Kia?
Where do I find my vehicle’s VIN?
What’s the difference between a VIN decoder, Monroney label, and Window Sticker?
What key information does the Kia window sticker or VIN decoder provide?
What are some key details to know about how Kia describes packages and options?
What does the window sticker not provide?
How do I get the original window sticker (Monroney Label) for my Kia?
To get your original window sticker for your Kia, you will need to click on the following link to go to our free online Window Sticker Tool. Then, you will input your Vehicle’s Identification Number (VIN) and phone number. After you press “Get It”, within seconds, you should receive a text message with a link to your Kia’s window sticker PDF.
The Monroney Label generated will provide data that is completely accurate and authentic to the vehicle’s original sticker. To get started, click here!
What you’ll need to get the window sticker
As stated above, the information you will need to obtain the window sticker is your Kia Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). The VIN is an alpha-numeric seventeen-character code that serves as an identifier for a specific vehicle, meaning no two vehicles will have the same VIN. The vehicle’s VIN is used to track the car’s history from its original manufacturer date. This history can include:
Title and Registration Events
Ownership Changes
Accidents
Recalls
Service Records and Repairs
Previous Rental, Lease, and Fleet use
Where can I find my Kia VIN?
The VIN for your vehicle can be found on:
The plaque that is located on the driver’s side where the windshield meets the dashboard
The Driver’s side doorjamb
Your vehicle registration, title, or insurance papers
The firewall of your engine block under the hood of your vehicle
What’s the difference between a VIN decoder, Monroney label, and Window Sticker?
VIN Decoder: A VIN decoder breaks down the whole 17 alpha-numeric code and gives you information about the vehicle.
Each digit or letter in a VIN identifies for something different about the car:
Digits 1 through 3 show the World Manufacturer Identifier.
This information would include the Country of Origin, Make, and vehicle type.
Digits 4 through 8 describes the vehicle’s body type, engine type, and transmission
Digit 9 verifies the authenticity of the VIN like a security code.
Digits 10 through 17 identifies the model year, manufacturing plant, and production number.
Window Sticker: A Window Sticker is a label that is required to be displayed on all new vehicles being sold in the United States. The information listed on a Window sticker includes, but is not limited to:
The vehicle VIN
Engine Type
Fuel MPG
Safety Rating
Standard Features (retail price, exterior color, etc.)
Add-on Features
In 2013, the labels were updated to also include:
Greenhouse gas ratings
Smog emissions ratings
A QR Code
Monroney Label: A Monroney Label is just another name for a window sticker. The name comes from Almer Stillwell “Mike” Monroney, an Oklahoma senator, who sponsored the Automobile Information Disclosure Act of 1958. The passage of this act is the reason why manufacturers and dealers must include window stickers on all new vehicles.
What key Information does the Kia window sticker or VIN decoder provide?
The label includes everything originally equipped from the factory on the vehicle.
Below is a breakdown of the various information sections on a sample 2015 Kia Optima LX Window Sticker listed above.
Upper left-hand side: Basic Info
Standard Vehicle information
Year, Model, Trim
2015 Optima LX
Model/Opt. Code
These numbers are Kia’s way of indicating an Optima (Model code) and LX (Option Code)
Exterior and Interior Color
Metal Bronze and Beige
VIN
5XXGM4A78FG403589
Port of Entry
West Point
Middle/Lower left-hand side: Standard Features
Mechanical features
Engine Type
2.4 L Gas Direct Injection 4-Cylinder
Transmission Type
6-Speed Sportmatic Transmission
Electric Power Steering
Size and Type of Rims
16” Alloy Rims
Other information that may be listed in this section is the different drive types specific to the vehicle(ECO, Sport, Smart Custom, Comfort, and Snow), brake upgrades, traction control upgrades, etc.
Safety Features
Airbags
Dual Front Advanced, Front Seat Mounted, and Full-Length Side Curtain Airbags
Braking System
Traction Control System
Electronic Stability Management
Interior, Comfort, and Convenience
Interior features that provide comfort and convenience to the driver. These features will typically become more luxurious and aesthetically pleasing as the trim levels increase.
For this LX trim: Remote Keyless Entry, Cooling Glove Box, Steering Wheel Mounted Audio Controls, etc.
Exterior
Headlight options
Front Fogs Lights
Mirror and window features
Heated outside mirrors with turn signals
Warranty
10 year/100,000 Mile Limited Powertrain Warranty
5 Year/60,000 Mile Limited Basic Warranty
5 Year/ 60,000 Mile Roadside Assistance
This warranty is good for either 10 years or 100,000 miles whichever comes first for the vehicle.
Center column: Manufacturer’s Suggested Retail Price
The base retail price: $21,650.00
Packages added on to the vehicle
Convenience Plus Package: $1,600
UVO eServices w/Telematics, Rear Camera Display, Power Adjustable Driver’s Seat, Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror, Laminated Front Door Window
Add-ons
Rear Bumper Applique: $75
Cargo Mat: $95.00
Carpeted Floor Mats: $115.00
Cargo Net: $50.00
Total Price with Inland Freight and Handling ($800.00): $24,385
Right Column: Fuel Economy and Environment
Fuel economy (MPG)
Averages 23 MPG in the city and 34 MPG on the highway
Annual Fuel Cost
$1,950
This value is based on 15,000 miles/year at $3.50/gallon
Greenhouse Gas rating
QR Code to see what your personalized estimates would be for mileage
Government safety ratings
This 5-star rating scale is based on the risk of injury for front, side, and rollover impacts and crashes.
5 is the best score a vehicle can receive and 0 is the lowest score.
Parts Content Information
Where the parts from the vehicle were sourced from and where the vehicle was assembled.
What are some key details to know?
Kia Motors Corporation is a South Korean automobile company that was founded in 1944. They have marketing and sales divisions all over the world in places such as North America, Europe, Mexico, and India. Their brand is embodied by their slogan, “The Power to Surprise”. With every car they build, they want to surpass their customer expectations of what a vehicle can be, and show them what a vehicle should be through innovative, surprising, and exciting car ideas and features.
The 2021 vehicle line up that they plan on astonishing their customers with are:
SUV/Crossovers
Kia Soul
Kia Seltos
Kia Sportage
Kia Niro
Kia Sorento
Kia Telluride
Sedans
Kia Rio
Kia Forte
Kia Optima
Kia K5
Kia Stinger
Kia Cadenza
Kia K900
Hybrids/Electrics
Kia Niro
Kia Optima Hybrid
Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid
Kia Optima Plug-In Hybrid
Kia Niro EV
Hatchbacks
Kia Rio 5-Door
Minivans
Kia Sedona
Each Kia vehicle model comes with its own sets of trim levels. A trim level is a version of a car that comes with a specified set of features. Higher trim level vehicles are pricier, come with additional and more superior features, and will come with more interior and exterior color options than the entry-level base model of the vehicle.
For example, the 2021 Kia Telluride comes in 4 different trims. As the trim levels increase, so does the price and the quality and number of features available on the vehicle.
Kia Telluride LX: $31,990
Rear occupant Alert and Safe Exit Assist
Blind Spot Detection Technology
8-passenger seating with Sofino Synthetic Leather Seat Trim
Kia Telluride S: $34,390
Power Sunroof
20-inch machined-finish alloy wheels
7-Passenger Seating with 2nd-Row Captain Chairs
Power-Adjustable Driver Seat
Heated Front Seats
Remote Start on Key Fob
Kia Telluride EX: $37,390
Leather Seat Trim w/ Heated and Ventilated Front Seats
Auto Front and Rear Climate Control
Dual Front Power Adjustable Seats
Wireless Phone Charger
Smart Power Liftgate
Kia Telluride SX: $42,190
Dual Sunroofs
Surround View Monitor
Blind-Spot View Monitor
20-inch Black Sport Alloy Wheels
Harman Kardon 10-Speaker Premium Audio
Integrated Memory for Driver’s Seats and Outside Mirrors
For more information on trim levels available for other Kia models, visit the Kia website.
Kia allows its customers to further customize their vehicles with other premium features for an additional price. These packages and options and their pricing will differ depending on the Kia model chosen.
Example of packages offered are:
Technology Package
10-way power front passenger’s seat
12-way power driver’s seat
Ambient lighting with variable colors
Heated steering wheel
Upgraded sound system
Smart key with push-button start
Convenience Package
10-way power-adjustable driver seat
Dual-zone automatic climate control
Heated front seats
A leather-wrapped steering wheel
Rear parking sensors
Paint Protection Package
Adds a clear protective layer to the exterior of your vehicle
Examples of options and add-ons offered:
Cargo Net
Rear Bumper Applique
Carpet Floor Mats
Cross Bars
Mud Bar Kit
EC Mirror w/Compass & Homelink
Wheel Locks
Remote Start
If you are interested in seeing packages and options available for your model, please visit The Official Kia Accessory Guide.
What does the window sticker not provide?
A window sticker is most accurate when a vehicle is just manufactured. It will not show any after-market parts or replacement parts that were added by an owner or a dealership.
The MSRP listed on the window sticker may not be the price it sold for. During the sale of the vehicle, often car salesmen offer discounts for certain vehicles or customers negotiate a lower price, so the MSRP listed on the window sticker is often just the starting price, not the final sale price.
The price listed on the Monroney label will also not accurately represent the current valuation of your vehicle. A car’s value depreciates by 30 to 40% in the first 2 years of life and to as much as 60% in the first 5 years. To obtain an accurate estimate of what your car’s current worth, we would recommend checking out https://www.kbb.com/ to find the Kelly Blue Book Value for your vehicle.
Lastly, the sticker will not reflect the current condition of the vehicle or if the vehicle has been in any accidents. For information on vehicle history, including previous ownership, accidents, service history, and mileage, we recommend checking out the vehicle’s Carfax or Autocheck report.
When does this Free Kia Window Sticker or VIN decoder not work?
The VIN decoder tool will only work for certain manufacturers and vehicle’s 2013 model year or newer. The tool currently works for Audi, Chrysler, Dodge, Fiat, Hyundai, Infiniti, Jeep, Kia, Lexus, Porsche, Maserati, Mitsubishi, Nissan, Ram, Scion, Toyota, and Volkswagen.
If you meet the above eligibility criteria, other reasons the VIN decoder might not working are:
VIN is less than 17 digits
Double-check that no characters are missing in the input VIN
All VINs have 17 digits. The only vehicle that do not are those produced in 1981 or earlier
VIN contains illegal characters
No VINs will contain a Q, I, or O because of the confusion with the number 1 and 0.
Does not pass the checksum test
A checksum test is used in the U.S. and Canada to determine a VIN’s validity.
The vehicle model is too new to show up in the system
Can I Buy Monroney Labels in Bulk?
Monroney Labels help potential Kia customers to understand the trim, standard features, and optional equipment of the vehicle before they purchase it.
If you are a dealership or an insurance company and would like to purchase Monroney Labels in bulk, reach out to refi@withclutch.com for more information. We have information on various vehicles ranging from Ford, Chevrolet, Toyota, Honda, Hyundai, Lexus, Nissan, Volvo, Mercedes Benz, Lexus, and more!
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