Kia K5
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The Kia K5 debuted for 2021 as the replacement for the Optima mid-size sedan. The K5 name was borrowed from the South Korean version of the car, better aligning the U.S. version with Kia’s global offerings. A bold, fastback-inspired body design gave the K5 a more dramatic, sporty look compared to the outgoing Optima. Under the hood, the K5 offers a choice of turbocharged engines and (unlike the Optima) available all-wheel drive. The cabin has an upscale look that’s highlighted by a driver-focused dashboard layout and an available 10.25-inch touchscreen. The K5 represents a significant evolution of Kia’s mid-size sedan, moving it further upmarket to better compete with class leaders like the Honda Accord and Toyota Camry.
2021-2025 K5
The 2021 K5 debuted on an all-new platform that featured sporty fastback styling and a longer, wider and lower stance than the Optima it replaced. Power came from a pair of turbocharged engines, including a 290-horsepower, turbocharged 2.5-liter for the
2025
- MSRP range
- $27,190–$34,690
- Consumer rating
-
(4 reviews) - Combined mpg
- 27–30
- Body style
- Sedan
2024
- MSRP range
- $25,590–$31,990
- Consumer rating
-
(10 reviews) - Combined mpg
- 27–31
- Body style
- Sedan
- Five-seat mid-size sedan
- 180-hp, turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder or 290-hp, turbo 2.5-liter four-cylinder (GT)
- Optional all-wheel drive
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto standard
2023
- MSRP range
- $25,290–$31,690
- Consumer rating
-
(13 reviews) - Combined mpg
- 27–31
- Body style
- Sedan
- Five-seat mid-size sedan
- Four trim levels with 180-hp turbo four-cylinder
- Sporty GT trim
- Optional all-wheel drive
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto standard
2022
- MSRP range
- $23,790–$31,190
- Consumer rating
-
(9 reviews) - Combined mpg
- 27–32
- Body style
- Sedan
2021
- MSRP range
- $23,590–$30,590
- Consumer rating
-
(75 reviews) - Combined mpg
- 27–32
- Body style
- Sedan
- Renamed Optima five-seat mid-size sedan
- Four trim levels with 180-hp four-cylinder
- Sporty GT 2.5T trim with 290 hp (late arrival)
- Optional all-wheel drive (late arrival)
- 8- or 10.25-inch touchscreens
- Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
