2025 Kia K5 Quick Guide | Latest Features, Trims, Colors

  
The 2025 K5 at a Glance

K5 Overview The Kia K5 was already one of the strongest offerings in the midsize sedan segment, but it gets big updates for 2025, with a new 2.5-liter engine, redesigned headlights and taillights, fresh interior tech, and a 12.3-inch center touchscreen.

The previously standard turbocharged 1.6-liter engine is replaced with a naturally aspirated 2.5-liter engine, increasing output to a respectable 191 horsepower. For drivers desiring a sportier experience, the 290-hp turbocharged Kia K5 GT provides plenty of grunt. The new headlights and taillights aren't a radical styling change, but they do sharpen the corners of the K5's design a bit, adding to its sporty look on every trim level.

Inside, the K5's center console has a new layout and new cupholders, but the party piece is the new touchscreen. A 12.3-inch touchscreen is now standard across all K5 models, with a 12-inch digital gauge cluster available on upper trim levels. Tech features such as wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are now included on all K5s, as are a number of safety and convenience features like front- and rear-parking sensors. The K5 is reasonably priced for the segment, and it's available with all-wheel drive, a rare option in the class.

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What's New in the 
2025 Kia K5? 
 

Top Changes 

  • The 2025 Kia K5 gets new exterior styling with fresh headlights and taillights, an updated interior, and a new 12.3-inch touchscreen. The 1.6-liter turbocharged engine has been dropped from the lineup. It is replaced by a naturally aspirated 2.5-liter engine.
 
What Trim Levels are Available for the 2025 K5?

The 2025 Kia K5 sedan is available in five trim levels: LXS, GT-Line FWD, GT-Line AWD, EX, and GT. The GT-Line is the popular model, but the LXS is our pick for best value. 

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2025 K5: LXS FWD

What is the Interior Like in the 2025 K5?

To answer your question in simple terms: stunning! 
The K5's interior is thoughtfully designed to be user-friendly. Despite the many electronic features, all the controls are well labeled and logically placed and there was no need to consult the owner's manual.

The cabin is relatively spacious too, with a modest amount of headroom but an abundance of legroom. Tall adults should have no problem fitting up front, though. Forward visibility is great thanks to unusually narrow front roof pillars. Rear visibility is squeezed a bit by a tall rear decklid, but it doesn't create any notable obstructions. 



Additional Interior Options
  • Automatic Power Windows
  • 10-Way Power Driver Seat
  • Power Passenger Seat 
  • Power Driver Seat Lumbar Support
  • Multi-Level Front Heated Seats
  • Multi-Level Front Cooled Seats
  • Bucket First Row Seating
  • Remote Keyless Entry
  • Remote Engine Start

 
2025 K5 Infotainment, Connectivity, 
& Convenience Features.
The 2025 Kia K5 gets a new 12.3-inch infotainment system across all trim levels. The system includes HD Radio, AM/FM/MP3, Android Auto and Apple CarPlay compatibility, and a rearview camera. The GT-Line, EX, and GT trims get navigation and wireless device charging. All models provide four USB-C charging ports (two front and two rear) while the EX and GT models have an additional center-console USB-C charging port. The premium 12-speaker Bose audio system has a subwoofer and external amplifier. A 4.2-inch color driver-information panel is standard, but EX models get a new 12.3-inch digital tachometer that's also available as an option on the GT. 

  • Front Aux Input
  • Bluetooth Streaming Audio 
  • Touch Screen
  • Bluetooth Hands-Free
  • Voice Command
  • In-Car WiFi
  • Wireless Charging
  • Navigation

  
  
  
  
How does the 2025 K5 Handle on the Road?
The 2025 Kia K5 has two engine choices. The LXS, GT-Line, and EX get a 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine that produces 191 horsepower. The K5's standard power plant is teamed with an eight-speed automatic transmission. All-wheel drive is available with the standard engine but only on the GT-Line trim.

The GT gets a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder that delivers 290 hp. It is paired with a quick-shifting eight-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission with shift-it-yourself capabilities.

In normal cruising, the K5's base 191-horsepower engine should be more than adequate. The 290-hp 2.5-liter turbo provides greater straight-line acceleration and more power when exiting turns. Routing all that horsepower through the front wheels can make the K5 GT feel skittish if the driver is too eager with the accelerator. The K5 GT sprints from zero to 60 mph in 5.2 seconds, according to independent tests. 


ENGINE        2.5L Inline 4-cylinder
HORSEPOWER        191 HP
TORQUE        181 lb.-ft.
MPG (CITY / HWY)        26/37

What Safety Features are Available in the 2025 K5?

Kia offers an impressive array of safety and driver-assist technologies called Drive Wise. It includes adaptive cruise control, forward-collision avoidance assist with pedestrian detection, lane-keeping and lane-following assist, and driver attention warning. Also standard are automatic high-beam headlight control, rear-occupant alert, blind-spot warning with automatic emergency steering, rear cross-traffic assist, and safe exit warning. Optional safety features include a surround-view camera, a blind-spot monitor, and side parking sensors. 


Additional Safety Options
  • Brake Assist
  • Automatic Braking
  • Active Lane Keep Assist 
  • Backup Camera
  • Rear Parking Sensors
  • Rear Cross-Traffic Alert
  • Knee Airbags
  • Traction Control
  
What Color Options for the 2025 K5 
Are There to Choose from?

A range of deep, rich, premium paint colors including Aurora Black Pearl, Interstellar Gray, Wolf Gray, Steel Matte Gray, Snow White Pearl, Runway Red, and Yacht Blue are available for drivers who demand a rich finish. 

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Aurora Black Pearl


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