The Underrated Star in the Kia Lineup

In the innovative Kia lineup, the K5 midsize sedan rarely gets the attention it deserves. This sporty, attractive, and well-equipped sedan offers a comfortable ride with plenty of power under the hood. It’s ideal for drivers looking for an alternative to the SUV and crossover market with its roomy backseat and spacious trunk. The affordable price tag and exceptional Kia warranty make it practically perfect, especially compared to the higher sticker prices of competitor models.

Performance and Driver-Assistive Features

Kia offers two engine choices in the 2023 K5. The first three trims - LXS, GT-Line, and EX - have a turbocharged 1.6-liter engine with 180 HP. The second choice comes in the top trim, as the GT has a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine with 290 HP. The standard powertrain has an eight-speed automatic transmission, and the GT models have a dual-clutch eight-speed automatic.

The base engine delivers an EPA-estimated 27/37 MPG when outfitted with front-wheel drive, while all-wheel drive drops the fuel rating to 25/33 MPG. The K5 GT delivers an EPA-estimated 24/32 MPG. The only model with all-wheel drive is the well-equipped and stylized Kia K5 GT-Line.

The peppy powertrains are accentuated by a substantial list of driver-assistive features. The Kia K5 safety features include Forward Collision Avoidance, Forward Automatic Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Detection, Driver-Attention Monitoring, Lane Keep Assist, Blind Spot Monitoring, Rear Cross-Traffic Alert, a Rearview Camera, and Automatic High-Beam Headlights.

Buyers who choose the EX trim with the Premium Package get the standard features plus Reverse Automatic Emergency Braking, Front Parking Sensors, Smart Cruise Control with Stop and Go, Lane Centering Assist, Intersection Assist, and Surround-View Parking Camera System. These features are standard on the GT trim.

Interior Comfort and Tech Features

The 2023 Kia K5 interior features a plethora of standard comfort and tech features. The driver and passengers enjoy durable cloth upholstery, dual-zone climate control, and a hands-free power trunk lid. The LXS comes with an 8.0-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay, Android Auto, Bluetooth, voice recognition, four USB ports, and six speakers.

The GT-Line has seats with attractive synthetic and cloth upholstery. The tech features include a 10.25-inch touchscreen with wired Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM Satellite Radio, and wireless device charging. The all-wheel-drive GT-Line models have a heated steering wheel and heated front seats.

The EX includes luxurious features like heated and ventilated front seats, ambient lighting, and a panoramic sunroof. The EX Premium package has a 12-speaker Bose audio system and a 10-way power driver seat. These features are standard on the GT trim.

Choose Your K5 at the Kia Dealership in Glendale, WI

Lupient Kia of Milwaukee near Brown Deer offers the complete collection of sporty and well-equipped Kia vehicles. We invite you to our showroom to choose your favorite Kia model and take it for a test drive around Milwaukee. We’re confident you’ll appreciate the engineering, comfort, and technology in the cars and SUVs from the innovative automaker.