Trim Report

Kia K5 GT2021

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Where to Find Kia K5 GT

Location data for all 2021 Kia K5 trims combined

33States

Florida has the most inventory at 12%, with options spread across 33 states. Willing to ship? Your selection opens up significantly.

Kia K5 Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2021 Kia K5 trims

High Concern

The 2021 Kia K5 has a high safety risk profile with 3 recall campaigns and 141 NHTSA complaints. Before buying, verify that all recalls have been completed. It's free at any dealer.

3
Recalls
141
Complaints
7
Crashes
2
Fires
Recall Findings
21V4470002021-14-06
LANE DEPARTURE: LANE KEEP: STEERING ASSIST

Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 K5 vehicles equipped with 2.5L T-GDI engines. The Rack-Mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (R-MDPS) system lacks the ability to diagnose communication faults. If a communication fault occurs while driving around a curve with Lane Following Assist (LFA) engaged, the steering assist level may not adjust properly, causing a sudden increase in the steering effort required.

A sudden increase in steering effort can increase the risk of a crash.

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23V1490002023-07-03
AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 K5 vehicles. The side curtain air bags may have been installed incorrectly, causing them not to deploy properly in the event of a crash.

Air bags that do not deploy as intended can increase the risk of injury in a crash.

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25V7940002025-17-11
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2024 K5 vehicles. A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank.

A melted fuel tank can leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

Across 1 model years, 141 owners have filed complaints about the 2021 Kia K5. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM issues top the list, so ask the seller about this area specifically during your inspection.

01Electrical System17
02Unknown Or Other15
03Fuel/propulsion System15
04Power Train8
05Engine7
141 total across 1 model years (2021–2021)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Kia K5 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2021 Kia K5 trims

27–32mpg combined
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24-29city
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32-38hwy
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$2,100-$2,500/yr

Across 4 configurations, the 2021 Kia K5 returns 27–32 MPG combined. Choose the thriftier option if you're commuting; the sportier setup if you're not counting gallons.

By Trim
K5 - Automatic (S8)
32mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
29 city38 hwy~$2,100/yr7/10 Clean
K5 AWD - Automatic (S8)
29mpg
1.6L 4-cyl Turbo · All-Wheel Drive
26 city34 hwy~$2,350/yr6/10 Average
K5 - Automatic (AM-S8)
27mpg
2.5L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city32 hwy~$2,500/yr6/10 Average

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

GT Trim Buyer Questions

What to know about the 2021 Kia K5 GT

How does the GT compare to other Kia K5 trims?

The GT occupies a distinct position in the Kia K5 range. See how it stacks up on the 2021 overview page.

What should I know about maintaining the 2021 Kia K5 GT?

Budget for standard GT maintenance plus any trim-specific items. The 2021 has 3 recalls on file. Review the known issues on the model year page for areas to inspect before purchasing.

What are the best years for the Kia K5 GT?

For the GT, look at the price-to-mileage ratio across model years. Later model years before a redesign tend to be the most refined version of the platform. See the Kia K5 buyer's guide.

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