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2026 Kia K5 Overview
K5 Consumer Sentiment
Owners give this generation Kia K5 (2021-current) a 4.1 out of 5 rating, which is higher than most, and 68% recommend it. These figures are based on 41 consumer reviews, like these:
What Owners are Saying About the 2026 Kia K5
"Much improved over 2013 Optima I previously owned."
"Owned a 2013 Optima EX prior, the 2021 K5 LXS AWD is much improved. And I really enjoyed my 13 Optima. Only drawback is the rear window, could be improved with a rear wiper like the Audi 5."
"Bought for my son, I’m super jealous"
"Got this car for my son, wanted something safe and great warranty. Cool factor for a midsize car is off the charts. I think Kia has a winner on their hands with this GT Line. Car has just the right amount of power to get up to freeway speed without getting in to trouble. Lots of safety and tech features make it a winner in this price range"
"Decent Car"
"To be a new car still with only 18500 miles on it. It was just average. It had several issues in the first 2 years that I didn't think should have been OK and there was no recall. The transmission would have trouble shifting in Smart Mode because the computer couldn't make up its mind what to do. So it might try to throw you backwards or forwards depending on its choice at lower speeds."
Overall 2026 Kia K5 Quality
User sentiment suggests the overall quality of the 2026 Kia K5 is above average for its class. Owners rated the 2026 Kia K5 quality a 4 out of 5.
2026 Kia K5 Reliability
The 2026 Kia K5 receives an average consumer rating of 4.1 overall and a 4.3 for reliability, which means owners consider its reliability to be above average.
Favorite 2026 K5 Features
According to drivers of the 2026 K5, here are some of its best features:
- Style, style and style.
- It’s cool
- Good on gas, good warrenty plenty of pep for a 4 c
- Looks great, great tech, lots of space
- Fast, comfortable and fun, plus good mpg - 33
2026 K5 Safety
2026 Kia K5 Safety Features
- Child Door Locks
- Child Seat Anchors
- Driver Airbag
- Passenger Airbag
- Rear Side Airbag
- Stability Control
- Traction Control
- Blind-Spot Alert
- Driver Knee Airbag
- Front Head Curtain Airbag
- Front Side Airbag
- Lane Departure Warning System
- Pedestrian Detection System
- Rear Head Curtain Airbag
- Rear Parking Sensors
- Rear View Camera
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2026 Kia K5 Deals and Incentives
2.9% APR | 48 months
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2026 Kia K5
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2026 Kia K5 Styles
Specifications
Comfort & Convenience
Integrated Garage Door Opener | Port Installed |
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Dimensions, Weights & Capacities
Curb Weight | 3230 lbs. | ||
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EPA Passenger | 105.3 cu.ft. | ||
EPA Total Interior | 121.3 cu.ft. | ||
Fuel Capacity | 15.8 gallons | ||
Front Head Room | 40.2 inches | ||
Front Leg Room | 46.1 inches | ||
Max Seating Capacity | 5 | ||
Overall Length | 193.1 inches | ||
Front Shoulder Room | 58.0 inches | ||
Trunk or Cargo Capacity | 15.6 cu.ft. | ||
Turning Diameter | 36.0 feet | ||
Wheel Base | 112.2 inches | ||
Width with mirrors | 73.2 inches |
Exterior
Alloy Wheels | Available | ||
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Number of Doors | 4 doors | ||
LED Headlights | Available |
Mechanical
Drivetrain | FWD | ||
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Transmission Type | Automatic | ||
8 speed | Available | ||
Recommended Fuel | Regular | ||
Hill Start Assist | Available |
Performance
Horsepower | 191 @ 6100 RPM | ||
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Torque | 182 @ 4000 rpm | ||
Engine | 4-Cyl, GDI, 2.5 Liter |
Warranty
Basic | 5 years / 60000 miles | ||
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Powertrain | 10 years / 100000 miles | ||
Corrosion | 5 years / 100000 miles |
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Interior
Seating
Technology
2026 Kia K5 Safety
2026 Kia K5 Safety Technology
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