2023 Kia K5 review
Kia K5 highlights
Customer rating
RepairPal reliability rating
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Pros
- Super sleek styling
- Comfy and quiet ride
- Powerful engine options
Cons
- Sleek styling reduces rear headroom
- Small standard touchscreen
- Some comfort features are optional
Mileage (EPA estimate)
24 city, 32 highway, 27 combined
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What is new for the 2023 Kia K5?
- The LX trim has been discontinued for 2023.
- K5 trims have been upgraded with Heated Steering Wheel as standard equipment this year.
- The GT trim now comes with Leatherette Seats as standard equipment.
2023 Kia K5 trims
LXS:
- 180-hp, 195-lb-ft of torque 1.6L
- Overhead Airbags
- Rear Defroster
- Cruise Control
- Cloth Seats
- Power Mirrors
- Traction Control
- Side Airbags
- Rear View Camera
- View our Kia K5 LXS inventory
EX:
- Includes all features available on the LXS
- Leatherette Seats
- Panoramic Sunroof
- Power Seats
- Front Seat Heaters
- A/C Seats
- Parking Sensors
- Satellite Radio Ready
- Navigation System
- View our Kia K5 EX inventory
GT:
- Includes all features available on the EX
- 290-hp, 311-lb-ft of torque 2.5L
- Rear Spoiler
- View our Kia K5 GT inventory
GT-Line:
- Includes all features available on the GT
- Heated Steering Wheel
- 4WD/AWD
- Leatherette & Cloth
- View our Kia K5 GT-Line inventory
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5 reasons to buy the 2023 Kia K5
1. Eye-catching GT trim
The 2023 Kia K5 GT is a tour de force with two turbocharged engine options: a 1.6L 180-hp GT-Line base model to start, or a 2.5L 290-hp GT model if you're looking for something sportier. Front-wheel or all-wheel drive options are available as well, which befits a vehicle that can hit 60 mph in just 5.2 seconds (according to the manufacturer, when new). And all that power doesn't sacrifice fuel economy. All 2023 Kia K5 trims (except for the GT, which sacrifices a bit of mileage for the added horsepower) get an EPA-estimated 27 mpg in the city and 37 mpg on the highway.
2. Suite of multimedia features
The 2023 Kia K5 offers the future of gadgetry at your fingertips. Headquartered in a 10.25-inch touchscreen is an intuitive multimedia interface with integrated navigation, smartphone connectivity, and a suite of USB and wireless charging options. Whether you're commuting to work or road-tripping with friends and family, you'll love that the six-speaker audio system comes standard with HD Radio™, MP3 capability, Apple CarPlay® and Android Auto™ integration, as well as Bluetooth® connectivity.
3. Smart wheels with the GT-Line trim
Front-wheel drive is standard on the GT, LXS, and EX trims of the 2023 Kia K5. But if you're expecting rough weather or off-road adventures, the Kia K5 GT-Line has you covered with all-wheel drive. With enhanced traction control, the wheels on the GT-Line will help keep the rubber on the road when you need it most.
4. Driver aids
Seamlessly integrated alongside the multimedia features in the 2023 Kia K5 is a bevy of driver-assistance technologies. Sensors installed around the exterior help with lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring, and rearview parking assistance. The GT-Line also sports front-seat heating and a heated steering wheel (with mounted audio controls), which is especially handy in winter.
5. Spacious seating for five
If you're shopping for a midsize sedan, the 2023 Kia K5 is an ideal choice. In addition to all the tech and oomph, the K5 offers a surprisingly spacious interior. For family and friends in the back, there's 35.2 inches of legroom, and a generous 46.1 inches in the front for you and your co-pilot. Plus, heating and storage features provide premium customizability throughout the vehicle. Front and back passengers can control their own seat temperature, and a variety of seat backs and side pockets can handle all your storage needs.
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Kia K5 features and specs
LXS 2WD 4D Sedan
Standard Features
- ABS Brakes
- Air Conditioning
- Alloy Wheels
- AM/FM Stereo
- Android Auto
- Apple CarPlay
- Automatic Transmission
- Auxiliary Audio Input
- Blind Spot Monitor
- Bluetooth Technology
- Cloth Seats
- Cruise Control
- Lane Departure Warning
- Overhead Airbags
- Power Locks
- Power Mirrors
- Power Windows
- Rear Defroster
- Rear View Camera
- Remote Start
- Side Airbags
- Smart Key
- Traction Control
- Turbo Charged Engine
Drive Wheels
Front Wheel Drive (2WD)
Engine size
1.6L
Horsepower
180
Torque (ft-lbs)
195
Engine type
Turbo Gas
Fuel capacity
15.8
Wheelbase
112.2"
Overall length
193.1"
Width
73.2"
Height
56.9"
Leg room
F 46.1"/R 35.2"
Head room
F 40.2"/R 37.8"
Front tires
P205/65HR16
Rear tires
P205/65HR16
Seating capacity
5
Transmission
Automatic
2023 Kia K5 FAQ
The 2023 Kia K5 is available in multiple trims, each with its own estimated fuel economy, here are the EPA estimates for each trim:
- LXS : 27 MPG City and 37 MPG Highway
- GT-Line : 27 MPG City and 37 MPG Highway
- EX : 27 MPG City and 37 MPG Highway
- GT : 24 MPG City and 32 MPG Highway
The 2023 Kia K5 has received an average 5.0 out of 5 stars from our customers. If you're in the market for a 2023 Kia K5, check out reviews from customers just like you. 2023 Kia K5 Reviews.
Here is what's new for the 2023 Kia K5:
- Heated Steering Wheel
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