Trim Report

Kia K5 EX2026

Includes:KIAK5|EX
$12,895
Starting From
687
Active Listings
—
Avg Mileage

Sourced from 687 active dealer listings as of

Min $12,895
Max $40,925
From $12,895
Fresh

EX Market Overview

All Trims Combined
From$20,999
$21K–$46K
11,279 listings25,000 avg miles
EX
From$12,895
687 listings|$13K–$41K
GT
From$15,998
1,421 listings|$16K–$45K
GT-Line
From$10,150
11,235 listings|$10K–$46K
LX
From$12,853
34 listings|$13K–$25K
LXS
From$7,990
1,791 listings|$8K–$39K

2026 Kia K5 EX Pricing

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Where to Find Kia K5 EX

Location data for all 2026 Kia K5 trims combined

33States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in Florida (12%), but the remaining listings are spread across 32 other states nationwide.

Kia K5 Safety & Reliability

Safety data for all 2026 Kia K5 trims

Low Concern

With 0 recalls and 8 complaints, the 2026 Kia K5 rates as low on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

0
Recalls
8
Complaints
0
Crashes
0
Fires

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 2026 Kia K5's biggest weak point? ENGINE. It leads 8 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Engine2
02Unknown Or Other2
03Electrical System,engine1
04Electrical System1
05Engine And Engine Cooling1
8 total across 1 model years (2026–2026)Full data at NHTSA.gov
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Kia K5 Fuel Economy

EPA fuel economy data for all 2026 Kia K5 trims

27–30mpg combined
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23-26city
·
33-37hwy
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$2,250-$2,500/yr

Fuel economy for the 2026 Kia K5 ranges from 27 to 30 MPG combined across 4 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
K5 w/Stop-Start - Automatic (S8)
30mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
26 city37 hwy~$2,250/yr6/10 Average
K5 - Automatic (S8)
29mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
25 city36 hwy~$2,350/yr6/10 Average
K5 - Automatic (AM-S8)
27mpg
2.5L 4-cyl Turbo · Front-Wheel Drive
23 city33 hwy~$2,500/yr5/10 Average
K5 AWD - Automatic (S8)
27mpg
2.5L 4-cyl · All-Wheel Drive
24 city33 hwy~$2,500/yr5/10 Average

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

Is the EX Worth It?

Common questions about the 2026 Kia K5 EX

How does the EX compare to other Kia K5 trims?

Every Kia K5 trim targets a different buyer. The 2026 model page compares all available trims side by side.

What should I know about maintaining the 2026 Kia K5 EX?

Maintenance costs for the EX align with the broader Kia K5 ownership experience, though trim-specific equipment can add to routine costs. The most-reported issue area is engine. Check the 2026 Kia K5 page for the full breakdown.

What are the best years for the Kia K5 EX?

Check the price-to-mileage ratio for each Kia K5 EX year. The last year before a generation change is usually the most refined; the first year after is when resale drops fastest. The Kia K5 overview compares all years side by side.

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