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2025 Kia K5
The 2025 Kia K5's FuelEconomy.gov record holds 4 EPA certification records across 2 model/option labels (K5, K5 AWD), spanning All-Wheel Drive, Front-Wheel Drive drivetrains and Regular fuel type across 2 engines (2.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI, 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start). EPA classifies it under Large Cars vehicle class, built on Conventional powertrain technology. Across those configurations, expect combined efficiency of 27–30 MPG/MPGe, an estimated annual fuel cost of $2,100–$2,300/yr. NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns and 51 owner complaints for this model year. The site covers 3 model years of the Kia K5, 2025 through 2027, and this is the 2025.
Configurations4
Model/option labels2
Combined efficiency27–30 MPG/MPGe
Electric rangeNot listed
Decision answers7
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2025 Kia K5: 4 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LXS | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (GDI) | Automatic, 8-Spd | FWD | 191 | 182 | 25 / 36 / 29 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| GT-Line | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (GDI) | Automatic, 8-Spd | AWD | 191 | 182 | 24 / 33 / 27 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| GT | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI) | Automatic, 8-Spd Dual-Clutch | FWD | 290 | 311 | 23 / 33 / 27 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| EX | 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (GDI) | Automatic, 8-Spd | FWD | 191 | 182 | 25 / 36 / 29 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Turning circle | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LXS | 3,230 lb | 193.1 in | 56.9 in | 112.2 in | 36 ft | 15.8 gal | 40.2 in | 46.1 in | P205/65R16 |
| GT-Line | 3,463 lb | 193.1 in | 56.9 in | 112.2 in | 36 ft | 15.8 gal | 40.2 in | 46.1 in | P235/45R18 |
| GT | 3,596 lb | 193.1 in | 56.9 in | 112.2 in | 36 ft | 15.8 gal | 38.4 in | 46.1 in | P245/40R19 |
| EX | 3,395 lb | 193.1 in | 56.9 in | 112.2 in | 36 ft | 15.8 gal | 38.4 in | 46.1 in | P235/45R18 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2025 Kia K5 trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | LXS | GT-Line | GT | EX |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | ||||
| Blind-spot alert | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child door locks | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Forward collision warning | – | – | Opt | – |
| Hill-start assist | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Pedestrian detection | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Surround-view camera | – | – | Opt | Std |
| Rear parking sensors | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Traction control | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | ||||
| Bluetooth audio streaming | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Navigation system | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Premium audio system | – | Opt | Opt | Std |
| Satellite radio | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Comfort | ||||
| Heated front seats | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Heated steering wheel | – | – | Opt | Std |
| Heated mirrors | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power front seats for driver and passenger | – | – | Opt | – |
| Power driver's seat | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Front and rear climate zones | – | – | Std | Std |
| Panoramic moonroof | – | Opt | Std | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cup holders | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | ||||
| Alloy wheels | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Fog lights | – | Std | Std | – |
| Power-folding mirrors | – | – | Opt | Std |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote engine start | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Proximity keyless entry | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Push-button start | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cruise control | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear-window defroster | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Dual-clutch automatic transmission | – | – | Std | – |
Complete certification table
4 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47718K5 | 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Regular | 25 | 36 | 29 | N/A |
| 47720K5 | 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (AM-S8) | Regular | 23 | 33 | 27 | N/A |
| 47719K5 | 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI; Stop-StartConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Regular | 26 | 37 | 30 | N/A |
| 47717K5 AWD | 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFIConventional | All-Wheel DriveAutomatic (S8) | Regular | 24 | 33 | 27 | N/A |
Model-specific answer center
7 answers for this exact family-year.
Q01What changed on the 2025 Kia K5 versus the 2024 Kia K5?
Model year
Against the 2024 Kia K5: Engine descriptions added: 2.5L 4-cyl SIDI & PFI; Stop-Start. Engine descriptions no longer listed: 1.6L 4-cyl SIDI. Certification records went from 3 to 4. Midpoint combined efficiency moved from 29.0 to 28.5 MPG/MPGe. Federal recall campaigns on file went from 2 for the 2024 to 2 for the 2025.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov certification records for both model years
Q02How much is the destination charge on the 2025 Kia K5?
Pricing
Kelley Blue Book's review of the 2025 Kia K5 puts the destination charge, the fee for delivering the vehicle from the factory to the dealer, at $1,155. It is added to the base price. Source: Kelley Blue Book review of the 2025 Kia K5, read 2026-09-21.
Source: Kelley Blue Book
Q03Which engine oil does each 2025 Kia K5 engine take?
Maintenance
The 2025 Kia K5 owner's manual lists SAE 0W-20 for the Smartstream G2.5 GDi (6.1 US quarts), and SAE 0W-30 for the Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi. Source: 2025 Kia K5 owner's manual.
Source: Manufacturer owner's manual
Q04What brake fluid, refrigerant and key-fob battery does the 2025 Kia K5 use?
Maintenance
The 2025 Kia K5 owner's manual names R-1234yf air-conditioning refrigerant. Source: 2025 Kia K5 owner's manual.
Source: Manufacturer owner's manual
Q05How do the 2025 Kia K5 trims differ from one another?
Trims
The GT-Line has AWD instead of FWD and fog lights, heated front seats, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and 3 more as standard equipment over the LXS. The GT has 290 hp against 191 and FWD instead of AWD and a dual-clutch automatic transmission, front and rear climate zones and a panoramic moonroof as standard equipment over the GT-Line. The EX has 191 hp against 290 and a heated steering wheel, power-folding mirrors, a premium audio system and a surround-view camera as standard equipment over the GT.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q06What does the 2025 Kia K5 cost across its trims?
Pricing
Kelley Blue Book's national base prices for the 2025 Kia K5 run from $28,365 for the LXS to $35,865 for the EX, across 4 trims. Those figures include the destination charge.
Source: Kelley Blue Book
Q07What size wheels does the 2025 Kia K5 have?
Wheels and tires
The 2025 Kia K5's wheel diameter is 16 inches on the LXS, 18 inches on the GT-Line and EX and 19 inches on the GT. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications. The 2024 model year has the same figure.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
This model year’s federal safety record
2 federal recall campaigns are on file for the 2025 Kia K5.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation.
Federal filings for the 2025 Kia K5 name exterior lighting, structure. These are the systems cited in recall documents for this model year specifically, not a survey of every fault owners report, and not a statement that any individual 2025 Kia K5 is affected.
The 2024 Kia K5 carries 2 recall campaigns and 29 owner complaints, against 49 here: the same recall count as the 2025.
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Recalls API; NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation: Complaints API.
Live NHTSA evidence
Current federal safety records for 2025 Kia K5.
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