U5YKia
A VIN that starts with U5Y identifies a Kia vehicle. Here is what that code tells you.
What U5Y tells you
- Manufacturer
- Kia
- Country
- Slovakia
- Region
- Europe
- Notes
- Kia Žilina (Ceed, Sportage, Venga)
What the rest of the VIN means
The WMI (U5Y) is only the first 3 of 17 characters. Characters 4–9 describe the model, body and engine; character 10 is the model year; and the last characters are the unique serial number.
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Frequently asked questions
What car has a VIN starting with U5Y?
A VIN that begins with U5Y was made by Kia.
What country is VIN code U5Y?
The U5Y WMI is assigned to Kia in Slovakia.
How do I decode the rest of a VIN?
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WMI assignments follow the ISO 3780 / SAE standard. CarVinVin is independent and not affiliated with any manufacturer.