Marketed trim
2027 Kia K5 GT
The 2027 Kia K5 GT is the top trim in a lineup of 3 trims. Its documented equipment centers on 2.5L turbo engine standard, 290 hp, Eight-speed dual-clutch transmission standard, Sport-tuned suspension and paddle shifters standard. Yes. Kia lists 2.5L turbo engine standard, 290 hp as standard equipment on the GT. Yes. Kia lists Eight-speed dual-clutch transmission standard as standard equipment on the GT. Yes. Kia lists Sport-tuned suspension and paddle shifters standard as standard equipment on the GT. The GT trim uses a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder making 290 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque, with a 0-60 mph time of 5.4 seconds.
Documented equipment
What sets this trim apart.
| # | Equipment item |
|---|---|
| 01 | 2.5L turbo engine standard, 290 hp |
| 02 | Eight-speed dual-clutch transmission standard |
| 03 | Sport-tuned suspension and paddle shifters standard |
Cost to own
What five years with the GT cost in 2026.
Kelley Blue Book has not priced the 2027 Kia K5 GT yet. For the same trim in the 2026 model year it puts the five-year cost to own at $56,492: $17,379 of depreciation and $39,113 in out-of-pocket costs, leaving a residual value of $17,456.
| Five-year cost | This trim, 2026 model year | Across the 2026 K5 trims KBB lists |
|---|---|---|
| Five-year cost to own | $56,492 | $50,840 to $56,492 |
| Depreciation | $17,379 | $14,982 to $18,832 |
| Fuel | $10,519 | $9,664 to $10,519 |
| Insurance | $12,375 | $11,180 to $12,375 |
| Financing | $4,390 | $3,630 to $4,570 |
| State fees | $2,552 | $2,189 to $2,638 |
| Maintenance | $8,582 | $8,500 to $8,582 |
| Repairs | $695 | $695 |
Standard equipment Kelley Blue Book lists for the 2026 GT
12V Power OutletBluetooth Streaming AudioBluetooth Wireless TechnologyCruise ControlDual Power Front SeatsFolding Rear SeatHands Free PhoneHeated SeatsLeather-Wrapped Steering WheelNavigation SystemPower Driver's SeatPower OutletPower WindowsPremium RadioProximity Sensing Keyless EntryPush-Button Engine StartRear Window DefrosterRemote Engine StartRemote Keyless EntrySatellite RadioSmartphone InterfaceSteering Wheel ControlsTilt Steering WheelTilt/Telescoping Steering WheelUSB Port
6 items are standard on the GT that the LXS does not list: Dual Power Front Seats, Heated Seats, Leather-Wrapped Steering Wheel, Navigation System, Power Driver's Seat, Premium Radio.
Source: Kelley Blue Book, 2027 Kia K5 GT
Trim-specific answer desk
13 answers for the GT.
T01What is the 2027 Kia K5 GT?
The GT is one of the 3 trims on the 2027 Kia K5, the top level.
T02What comes standard on the K5 GT?
The Kia materials for the GT list 2.5L turbo engine standard, 290 hp, Eight-speed dual-clutch transmission standard, Sport-tuned suspension and paddle shifters standard.
T03Where does the GT sit in the K5 lineup?
The 2027 K5 GT is the top trim, just above the GT-Line.
T04Does the K5 GT come with 2.5L turbo engine standard, 290 hp?
Yes. Kia lists 2.5L turbo engine standard, 290 hp as standard equipment on the GT.
T05Does the K5 GT come with Eight-speed dual-clutch transmission standard?
Yes. Kia lists Eight-speed dual-clutch transmission standard as standard equipment on the GT.
T06Does the K5 GT come with Sport-tuned suspension and paddle shifters standard?
Yes. Kia lists Sport-tuned suspension and paddle shifters standard as standard equipment on the GT.
T07What engine does the 2027 Kia K5 GT have?
The GT trim uses a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder making 290 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque, with a 0-60 mph time of 5.4 seconds. Source: Dealer research pages, read 2026-09-13.
T08Which 2027 Kia K5 trims come with 2.5L turbo engine standard, 290 hp?
1 of the 3 K5 trims list 2.5L turbo engine standard, 290 hp: GT. The other 2, LXS, GT-Line, do not list it.
T09Which 2027 Kia K5 trims come with Eight-speed dual-clutch transmission standard?
1 of the 3 K5 trims list Eight-speed dual-clutch transmission standard: GT. The other 2, LXS, GT-Line, do not list it.
T10Which 2027 Kia K5 trims come with Sport-tuned suspension and paddle shifters standard?
1 of the 3 K5 trims list Sport-tuned suspension and paddle shifters standard: GT. The other 2, LXS, GT-Line, do not list it.
T11What does the 2027 Kia K5 GT add over the GT-Line?
Compared with the GT-Line directly below it, the GT is documented with 2.5L turbo engine standard, 290 hp, Eight-speed dual-clutch transmission standard, Sport-tuned suspension and paddle shifters standard.
T12What equipment is exclusive to the 2027 Kia K5 GT?
Of the equipment documented for the GT, 2.5L turbo engine standard, 290 hp, Eight-speed dual-clutch transmission standard, Sport-tuned suspension and paddle shifters standard appear on no other 2027 K5 trim.
T13How much does it cost to fuel a 2027 Kia K5 GT each year?
The EPA estimates $2,300 a year to fuel the 2027 Kia K5 GT, at 15,000 miles a year on its certified rating. The LXS has the same figure.
Rest of the lineup
Compare the GT with the other 2027 K5 trims.
This trim in figures
The 2027 K5 GT: specifications and equipment.
The figures below are the 2026 model year's for the GT.
Kelley Blue Book lists the 2026 Kia K5 GT at a $34,835 base price, with 2.5-liter 4-cylinder (Turbo, GDI) making 290 hp and 311 lb-ft of torque, automatic, 8-spd dual-clutch transmission with FWD drive.
It is 193.1 in long, 112.2 in wheelbase, 3,596 lb curb weight, and seats 5.
Capability figures listed for it: 15.6 cubic feet of cargo space.
EPA ratings for this row: 27 mpg combined, 23 city, 33 highway.
It rides on P245/40R19 tires and carries a 5-year, 60,000-mile basic warranty.
Compared with the GT-Line, the GT adds dual clutch automatic transmission, front rear air conditioning, panorama moon roof as standard equipment.
Available as options: dual power front seats, heated steering wheel, power folding exterior mirrors, premium radio, surround view camera.
Generation history, the NHTSA safety record and background on the Kia K5 are on the Kia K5 model page.
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