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2023 Kia K5
Sedan · 2021–2027
Trims and features
What changed for 2023
- Starting prices: +$500 (4 trims; hover for each)
- Trim dropped: LX
- Engine: 2.5L Turbo I-4, Gasoline Direct Injection + Multi Port Injection (T-GDI + MPI) THETA-III → 2.5L Turbo 4-cyl Engine (GT)
- Apple CarPlay: Wired → Not listed (GT, EX, GT-Line)
- Android Auto: Wired → Not listed (GT, EX, GT-Line)
- Engine: 1.6L Turbo I-4, Gasoline Direct Injection (T-GDI) GAMMA-II → 1.6L Turbo 4-Cylinder Engine (EX, GT-Line, LXS)
- Wheels: 18 in → 16 in (LXS)
2023 K5 trims
| EX | GT | GT-Line | LXS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ||||
| Starting MSRP | $29,190 | $31,690 | from $26,690 | $25,290 |
| Powertrain | ||||
| Engine | 1.6L Turbo 4-Cylinder Engine | 2.5L Turbo 4-cyl Engine | AWD: 1.6L Turbo 4-Cylinder Engine FWD: — | 1.6L Turbo 4-Cylinder Engine |
| Horsepower | 180 hp | 290 hp | 180 hp | 180 hp |
| Torque | — | 311 lb-ft | — | — |
| Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic Transmission | 8-Speed Dual Clutch Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic Transmission | 8-Speed Automatic Transmission |
| Gears | 8 | 8 | 8 | 8 |
| Drivetrain | Fwd | Fwd | AWD / FWD | Fwd |
| Size and capability | ||||
| Seats | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Tech | ||||
| Touchscreen | 10.25 in | 10.25 in | 10.25 in | 8 in |
| Audio | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| Driver assistance | ||||
| Adaptive cruise control | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Lane keeping | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering | Lane Centering |
| Blind-spot monitoring | Blind Spot Intervention | Blind Spot Intervention | Blind Spot Intervention | Blind Spot Intervention |
| Automatic emergency braking | AEB with Pedestrian Detection + option | AEB with Pedestrian Detection + option | AEB with Pedestrian Detection + option | AEB with Pedestrian Detection |
| Rear cross-traffic | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking | Rear Cross-Traffic with Automatic Braking |
| 360-degree camera | Optional | Optional | — | — |
| Parking sensors | Rear + option | Optional | — | — |
| Comfort | ||||
| Seats | Synthetic Leather | — | Optional | Cloth |
| Heated seats | Front | Front | AWD: Front FWD: — | — |
| Ventilated seats | Front | Optional | — | — |
| Climate zones | 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Remote start | Key Fob Remote Start | Key Fob Remote Start | Key Fob Remote Start | Key Fob Remote Start |
| Exterior | ||||
| Sunroof | — | — | Optional | — |
| Wheels | 18 in | 19 in | 18 in | 16 in |
| Headlights | LED Reflector | LED Reflector | LED Reflector + option | LED Reflector |
Packages and options (25)
| EX | GT | GT-Line | LXS | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| EX Premium Package $3,600 | Optional | — | — | — |
| GT1 Package $4,200 | — | Optional | — | — |
| GT-Line Panoramic Sunroof Package $1,000 | — | — | Optional | — |
| GT-Line Premium Package $800 | — | — | Optional | — |
| Mud Guards $125 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Rear Bumper Appliqué $75 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Wheel Locks $65 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Mat $95 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Net $55 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Cargo Tray $115 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Carpeted Floor Mats $175 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Auto-Dimming Rear-View Mirror with HomeLink (No Compass) $350 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| LED Trunk Light $115 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Trunk Cargo Management System $150 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Ebony Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Everlasting Silver | Optional | — | — | Optional |
| Glacial White $445 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Gravity Gray | Optional | — | — | Optional |
| Passion Red $445 | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Sapphire Blue | Optional | Optional | Optional | — |
| Wolf Gray $445 | — | Optional | Optional | — |
| Ash Blue | Optional | — | — | — |
| Black | Optional | Optional | Optional | Optional |
| Chestnut Brown | — | Optional | — | — |
| Red SynTex | — | — | Optional | — |
Trim data from OpenSpec (ODbL 1.0), built from Oem order guide, Nhtsa vin decode, Other. Still partial for this year: model, trims, powertrain, dimensions, exterior, interior, infotainment, safety, warranty, options, option rules, vin decode. "Optional" means a package or option adds it; hover for which.
Apple lists CarPlay for: K5 2021–2025 (Apple).
NHTSA crash ratings, recalls and complaints
| Year | Version | Stars | Forward collision warning | Lane departure warning | Recalls | Complaints |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | KIA K5 4 DR ICE FWD | 5 | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2027 | KIA K5 4 DR ICE AWD | 5 | No | No | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | KIA K5 4 DR N/A AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 13 |
| 2026 | KIA K5 4 DR N/A FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 1 | 13 |
| 2025 | Kia K5 4 DR AWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 51 |
| 2025 | Kia K5 4 DR FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 2 | 51 |
| 2024 | Kia K5 4 DR AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 2 | 30 |
| 2024 | Kia K5 4 DR FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 2 | 30 |
| 2023 | Kia K5 4 DR AWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 1 | 6 |
| 2023 | Kia K5 4 DR FWD | 5 | Standard & Optional | Standard | 4 | 107 |
| 2022 | Kia K5 4 DR FWD | 5 | Standard | Standard | 5 | 129 |
| 2021 | Kia K5 4 DR FWD | 5 | Optional | Standard | 6 | 167 |
Source: NHTSA.
EPA fuel economy (combined mpg)
| Year | EPA model | Engines | Combined |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | K5 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
27–29 |
| 2027 | K5 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 27 |
| 2027 | K5 w/Stop-Start | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 30 |
| 2026 | K5 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
27–29 |
| 2026 | K5 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 27 |
| 2026 | K5 w/Stop-Start | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 30 |
| 2025 | K5 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, SIDI & PFI Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI |
27–30 |
| 2025 | K5 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | 27 |
| 2024 | K5 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
27–31 |
| 2024 | K5 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2023 | K5 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo |
27–31 |
| 2023 | K5 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2022 | K5 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI; Stop-Start Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI |
27–32 |
| 2022 | K5 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 28 |
| 2021 | K5 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI; Stop-Start Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo, SIDI Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L, Turbo, SIDI & PFI |
27–32 |
| 2021 | K5 AWD | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L, Turbo | 29 |
Source: fueleconomy.gov.