2026 Kia K5 Review, Specs, Price and Mileage (Brochure)
This blog covers the 2026 Kia K5’s specs, price, and mileage, highlighting its performance, style, and features. The K5 offers a sleek design, comfortable interior, and advanced technology, making it a great choice for daily drives and long trips. Learn how this sedan balances power, efficiency, and modern convenience for drivers
Pricing
The price of the 2026 Kia K5 starts at $27,390 and goes up to $34,890 depending on the trim and options
| Trim | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| K5 LXS FWD | $27,390 |
| GT-Line | $28,390 |
| GT-Line (higher variant) | $29,990 |
| GT | $33,490 |
| EX | $34,890 |
Kia K5 Sales Trends Over the Years
What’s New for the Kia K5 2026
There are no major changes to the K5 sedan for this model year.
The K5 remains largely the same for this model year, with no significant updates
Colour Availability of Kia K5 2026
The 2026 Kia K5 is available in 7 different colors, offering a variety of choices to suit your style
- Aurora Black Pearl
- Interstellar Gray
- Runway Red
- Wolf Gray
- Steel Matte Gray
- Yacht Blue
- Snow White Pearl
Specifications
Exterior Dimensions
| Feature | LXS | GT-Line | EX | GT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase (in.) | 112.2 | 112.2 | 112.2 | 112.2 |
| Length (in.) | 193.1 | 193.1 | 193.1 | 193.1 |
| Width (in.) | 73.2 | 73.2 | 73.2 | 73.2 |
| Height (in.) | 56.9 | 56.9 | 56.9 | 56.9 |
| Track, Front (in.) | 64.3 | 63.7 | 63.7 | 63.4 |
| Track, Rear (in.) | 64.6 | 64.0 | 64.0 | 63.7 |
| Overhang, Front (in.) | 37.2 | 37.2 | 37.2 | 37.2 |
| Overhang, Rear (in.) | 43.7 | 43.7 | 43.7 | 43.7 |
| Min. Ground Clearance (in.) | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 |
Interior Dimensions
| Feature | LXS | GT-Line | EX | GT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheelbase (in.) | 112.2 | 112.2 | 112.2 | 112.2 |
| Length (in.) | 193.1 | 193.1 | 193.1 | 193.1 |
| Width (in.) | 73.2 | 73.2 | 73.2 | 73.2 |
| Height (in.) | 56.9 | 56.9 | 56.9 | 56.9 |
| Track, Front (in.) | 64.3 | 63.7 | 63.7 | 63.4 |
| Track, Rear (in.) | 64.6 | 64.0 | 64.0 | 63.7 |
| Overhang, Front (in.) | 37.2 | 37.2 | 37.2 | 37.2 |
| Overhang, Rear (in.) | 43.7 | 43.7 | 43.7 | 43.7 |
| Min. Ground Clearance (in.) | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 | 5.3 |
Steering
| Feature | LXS | GT-Line | EX | GT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type / Power Source | Column Mounted-Motor Driven Power Steering (CMDPS), Electric Motor | Column Mounted-Motor Driven Power Steering (CMDPS), Electric Motor | Column Mounted-Motor Driven Power Steering (CMDPS), Electric Motor | Rack and pinion Mounted-Motor Driven Power Steering (R-MDPS), Electric Motor |
| Steering Ratio | 13.27:1 | 13.27:1 | 13.27:1 | 12.35:1 |
| Turns, Lock-to-Lock | 2.6 | 2.6 | 2.6 | 2.44 |
| Turning Circle, Curb-to-Curb (ft.) | 36.0 ft | 36.0 ft | 36.0 ft | 36.0 ft |
Seating 
| Feature | Inches |
|---|---|
| Front Head Room | 40.2 in. |
| Front Leg Room | 46.1 in. |
| Front Shoulder Room | 58.0 in. |
| Front Hip Room | 56.6 in. |
| Front Seats | Cloth, Bucket – Standard |
| Rear Head Room | 37.8 in. |
| Rear Leg Room | 35.2 in. |
| Rear Shoulder Room | 56.1 in. |
| Rear Hip Room | 56.6 in. |
| Split-Folding Rear Seatback | Standard |
| Folding Center Armrest | Standard |
Chassis/Suspension
| Feature | LXS | GT-Line | EX | GT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Front Suspension | McPherson strut | McPherson strut | McPherson strut | Sport-tuned McPherson strut |
| Rear Suspension | Multi-link | Multi-link | Multi-link | Sport-tuned Multi-link |
| Shock Absorber | Gas | Gas | Gas | Sport-tuned Gas |
Brakes
| Feature | LXS | GT-Line | EX | GT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Type | Hydraulic, vacuum power-assisted | Hydraulic, vacuum power-assisted | Hydraulic, vacuum power-assisted | Hydraulic, vacuum power-assisted |
| Brake Type Front/Rear | Ventilated disc / Solid disc | Ventilated disc / Solid disc | Ventilated disc / Solid disc | Ventilated disc / Solid disc |
| Size (Front/Rear, mm) | 305 / 284 | 305 / 284 | 305 / 284 | 345 / 325 |
| Parking Brake | Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Auto-Hold | Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Auto-Hold | Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Auto-Hold | Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with Auto-Hold |
Wheels/Tires
| Feature | LXS | GT-Line | EX | GT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Wheel Size (in.) | 6.5J x 16 alloy | 7.5J x 18 alloy | 7.5J x 18 alloy | 8.0J x 19 alloy |
| Tire Size | P205/65R16 95H | P235/45R18 94V | P235/45R18 94V | P245/40R19 94W |
| Spare Tire | Temporary Steel Wheel | Temporary Steel Wheel | Temporary Steel Wheel | Temporary Steel Wheel |
| Spare Tire Size | T125/80D16 | T125/80D16 | T125/80D16 | T135/80D18 |
Fuel Economy
| Transmission / Drive | LXS | GT-Line | EX | GT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Automatic FWD (City, mpg) | 26 | 25 | 25 | – |
| Automatic FWD (Highway, mpg) | 37 | 36 | 36 | – |
| Automatic FWD (Combined, mpg) | 30 | 29 | 29 | – |
| Automatic AWD (City, mpg) | – | 24 | – | – |
| Automatic AWD (Highway, mpg) | – | 33 | – | – |
| Automatic AWD (Combined, mpg) | – | 27 | – | – |
| Dual Clutch (City, mpg) | – | – | – | 23 |
| Dual Clutch (Highway, mpg) | – | – | – | 33 |
| Dual Clutch (Combined, mpg) | – | – | – | 27 |
Drivetrain
| Transmission Type / Gear | LXS | GT-Line | EX | GT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8-Speed Automatic Transmission | ||||
| First | 4.717:1 | 4.717:1 | 4.717:1 | – |
| Second | 2.906:1 | 2.906:1 | 2.906:1 | – |
| Third | 1.864:1 | 1.864:1 | 1.864:1 | – |
| Fourth | 1.423:1 | 1.423:1 | 1.423:1 | – |
| Fifth | 1.224:1 | 1.224:1 | 1.224:1 | – |
| Sixth | 1.000:1 | 1.000:1 | 1.000:1 | – |
| Seventh | 0.790:1 | 0.790:1 | 0.790:1 | – |
| Eighth | 0.635:1 | 0.635:1 | 0.635:1 | – |
| Reverse | 3.239:1 | 3.239:1 | 3.239:1 | – |
| Final Gear Ratio | 3.195:1 | 3.195:1 (FWD) / 3.510:1 (AWD) | 3.195:1 | – |
| Clutch Type | Torque Converter | Torque Converter | Torque Converter | – |
| 8-Speed Wet Dual-Clutch Transmission | ||||
| First | – | – | – | 3.643:1 |
| Second | – | – | – | 2.304:1 |
| Third | – | – | – | 2.217:1 |
| Fourth | – | – | – | 1.621:1 |
| Fifth | – | – | – | 0.884:1 |
| Sixth | – | – | – | 0.703:1 |
| Seventh | – | – | – | 0.791:1 |
| Eighth | – | – | – | 0.660:1 |
| Reverse | – | – | – | 3.697:1 |
| Final Gear Ratio | – | – | – | 4.077:1 / 2.944:1 |
| Clutch Type | – | – | – | Wet Friction Clutch |
Electrical System
| Feature | LXS | GT-Line | EX | GT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Battery (AH) | 12V, 68AH, 760CCA | 12V, 68AH, 760CCA | 12V, 68AH, 760CCA | 12V, 68AH, 760CCA |
| Alternator | 13.5V, 150A | 13.5V, 150A | 13.5V, 150A | 13.5V, 150A |
| Starter | 12V, 1.4KW | 12V, 1.3KW | 12V, 1.3KW | 12V, 1.2KW |
Engine
| Feature | LXS | GT-Line | EX | GT |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine Type | 2.5L I-4, Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) THETA-III | 2.5L I-4, Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) THETA-III | 2.5L I-4, Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) THETA-III | 2.5L Turbo I-4, Gasoline Direct Injection + Multi Port Injection (T-GDI + MPI) THETA-III |
| Displacement (cc) | 2,497 | 2,497 | 2,497 | 2,497 |
| Bore x Stroke (mm) | 88.5 x 101.5 | 88.5 x 101.5 | 88.5 x 101.5 | 88.5 x 101.5 |
| Compression Ratio | 13.0:1 | 13.0:1 | 13.0:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Horsepower | 191 HP @ 6,100 rpm | 191 HP @ 6,100 rpm | 191 HP @ 6,100 rpm | 290 HP @ 5,800 rpm |
| Torque | 181.5 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm | 181.5 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm | 181.5 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm | 311 lb-ft @ 1,650-4,000 rpm |
| Block Material | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Head Material | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum | Aluminum |
| Valve System | DOHC, 4 valves/cylinder | DOHC, 4 valves/cylinder | DOHC, 4 valves/cylinder | DOHC, 4 valves/cylinder |
| Fuel Injection System | GDI | GDI | GDI | GDI + MPI |
| Recommended Fuel | Unleaded Gasoline (Regular 87 or higher) | Unleaded Gasoline (Regular 87 or higher) | Unleaded Gasoline (Regular 87 or higher) | Unleaded Gasoline (Regular 87 or higher) |
| Cooling System | Water Cooled Circulation, Centrifugal Belt Driven Water Pump | Water Cooled Circulation, Centrifugal Belt Driven Water Pump | Water Cooled Circulation, Centrifugal Belt Driven Water Pump | Water Cooled Circulation, Centrifugal Belt Driven Water Pump |
| Coolant Capacity (liters) | 3.9 (Chassis) / 3.8 (Engine) | 3.9 / 3.8 | 3.9 / 3.8 | 4.55 / 3.3 |
| Emission Control System | SULEV 30 | SULEV 30 | SULEV 30 | ULEV 70 |
| Fuel Tank Capacity (gal.) | 15.8 | 15.8 | 15.8 | 15.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the starting price of the 2026 Kia K5?
The 2026 Kia K5 starts at $27,390 for the LXS FWD trim and goes up to $34,890 for the EX trim, depending on the features and options.
What engine options are offered in the 2026 Kia K5?
Lower trims (LXS, GT-Line, EX) feature a 2.5L I-4 GDI engine producing 191 HP, while the GT trim has a 2.5L Turbo I-4 T-GDI + MPI engine producing 290 HP.
What is the fuel economy of the 2026 Kia K5?
Fuel economy depends on trim and transmission. FWD 8-speed automatic trims offer 30 MPG combined, while the GT’s 8-speed wet dual-clutch returns 27 MPG combined.
What type of drivetrain and transmission is used in the 2026 Kia K5?
Lower trims use an 8-speed automatic transmission with FWD (or optional AWD), while the GT trim has an 8-speed wet dual-clutch transmission with AWD for sportier performance.
