2025 Kia K5 GT - Perfect New Midsize Sedan!

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2025 Kia K5
Starting at $28.145

Highs: One handsome devil, the 290-hp GT is unnecessarily fun (and we love it), generous offering of standard features.
Lows: Driving position is a bit awkward, big-power K5 GT desperately needs a summer tire option, largest tire option degrades ride quality.
Verdict: A great looking, highly capable family sedan that looks more expensive than it is and gives you a lot for your money.

What's New for 2025?

The Kia K5 sedan gets styling updates for 2025. The K5's new headlights and taillights, as well as a major update to its interior, were first debuted on the Korean-market K5. When Kia revealed the U.S.-spec K5 at the Chicago Auto Show, we learned that last year's turbocharged 1.6-liter four has been replaced with a nonturbo 2.5-liter unit that makes slightly more power at 191 ponies.

Pricing and Which One to Buy
The price of the 2025 Kia K5 starts at $28.145 and goes up to $35.645 depending on the trim and options.

For those who don't care about the extra firepower that comes with the GT's 290-hp engine, the GT-Line has a satisfying mix of racy styling elements at a very attractive price. That's the one we'd recommend, and for those who want the all-weather traction of all-wheel drive, it's available for $1600 extra. Otherwise, every GT-Line comes standard with a sportier body kit, 18-inch wheels, a 10-way power driver's seat, a leather-wrapped steering wheel, and wireless smartphone charging. We'd also spring for the Premium package, which brings adaptive cruise control, advanced forward-collision warning, and full LED headlights.

Engine, Transmission, and Performance

Most K5 models are powered by a 191-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder that pairs with an eight-speed automatic transmission. Using that engine, the K5 comes standard with front-wheel drive; all-wheel drive is optional. The full-Monty GT model has a more powerful turbo 2.5-liter four that generates 290 horses and 311 pound-feet of torque. Along with its exclusive eight-speed dual-clutch automatic (also available on the Hyundai Sonata N Line), the sportiest K5 is fitted with bigger brakes, a unique suspension tune, and wider tires on larger 19-inch rims.

0–60-MPH Times

The GT we drove sprinted to 60 mph in just 5.2 seconds and stopped from 70 mph in 163 feet. The Sonata N Line, which shares the same engine and transmission, was slightly quicker to 60 mph (5.0 seconds) and stopped even shorter (152 feet). However, the hi-po Hyundai we tested wore optional summer tires (the Kia only comes with all-seasons), which contributed to its performance advantage.

Interior, Comfort, and Cargo

Inside, the K5 looks great for how much it costs, and this year's refresh improves the ambiance even more. The layout is both sophisticated and straightforward, and the cabin is appointed with attractive materials such as wood trim on the dash and doors. The K5 also offers an array of upscale interior features, such as ambient interior lighting on the dash and doors, heated and ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof, and a wireless charging pad. While the driver's seat feels high even set at its lowest point, the comfortable dead pedal for your left foot and floor-hinged accelerator are nice touches. The back seat also provides generous legroom, and the trunk has plenty of luggage space. We managed to fit seven carry-on suitcases back there.

[aregeegee]

This is one of the most beautiful sedan ive ever seen 😮 🇲🇾

[yekim]

I own the 2022 gt line I bought in 6/2021 for $29, 000 out the door with no interest. This car looks new and runs better than when I bought it. It’s smooth and fast in rough LA streets as a daily commuter. This version is another step up and I would definitely buy one again if I don’t already own the earlier version.

[Adhviks_Vlogs]

Kia pls bring this to the Indian market...This will be a blockbuster ❤

[Offensively-normal]

Finally someone figured out to put the high gloss black in all the touch points. Maybe on the refresh we can get a steering wheel coated with it

[ATownMLH]

I have a 2022 k5 gt-line in wolf grey that I love. But this one looks so nice

[mikebas]

This thing is awesome in every way. I'm not in need of another car right now but might just have to visit my local Kia dealership and see this in person.

[mlasrb]

Man I wish Kia would wise up and give us this gem in Australia too!

[Lucky.]

Gerçekten etkileyici olmuş. Tebrikler kia. 2015 de Rio almıştım çok iyi bir B sınıfı arabaydı hiç sorun çıkarmadı. Muhtemelen o kaliteyi koruyordur.

[lederrickjenkins]

Just bought the 2025 Kia K5 gt line same color Saturday

[kelechijasononyekawa]

This is by far the most gorgeous sedan I've ever laid eyes on.
Damn 😮.

What color kit is this??

[iloverealvideos]

I like how they made the inside smooth with no buttons but the lights i dont like how they changed

[danielhartin]

As a Canadian looking to buy new in the next year or so, it's very frustrating to learn the K5 is no longer available in Canada. Kia, do your northern market base a solid and bring this back up here.

[Jazzmaster]

Beautiful car, just wish it was available in my country, I would have bought it on the spot.

[lnstall_Wizard]

It's a gt line. The color is matte steel Grey. The price is like idk out the door maybe 29k

[GP]

This is the GT-line. Quick way to tell the difference. The GT has fluorescent yellow accents.

[tm_str]

С каждым рестайлингом этот автомобиль становится всё красивее внешне. Но не самая красивая линия крышы не имеет пользы. Так как этот автомобиль седан, а не лифтбек. Это исключительно моё мнение!

[denzelmadison]

I don’t understand, why keep the chrome trim!? 🤔

[xkp.e]

Is it possible to make a video about a car kia stinger gt2 please ❤

[jusxx]

Gorgeous color and car but still concerned about long term ownership and reliability

[mahmutcan]

Very nice car, I wish Kia brought it to Turkey