The 2026 Kia K5 is said to build on its reputation as a sleek and sporty midsize sedan, offering a blend of style, performance, and technology. Anticipated updates may include subtle design tweaks to its bold exterior, possibly with sharper lines, a more aggressive front fascia, and updated LED lighting elements.
Under the hood, the 2026 K5 could see enhancements in its powertrains, potentially offering more efficient hybrid options alongside its turbocharged engines. Advanced driver-assistance systems (ADAS) are likely to be standard across the lineup, with improvements in autonomous driving features and connectivity. Inside, expect a refined cabin with premium materials, an updated infotainment system with larger screens, and enhanced digital interfaces.
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Brand |
Kia |
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Model |
K5 2026 |
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Status |
Coming soon |
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Release Date |
2025 |
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Type |
Sedan |
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Specifications |
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Engine Type |
2.5 liter 4-Cylinder |
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Displacement |
2,497 cc |
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Height |
56.9 in |
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Width |
73.2 in |
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Length |
193.1 in |
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Wheelbase |
112.2 in |
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Track: Front/Rear (16-inch Wheels) |
64.3/64.6 in |
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Headroom: Front / Rear w/o Panoramic Sunroof |
40.2/37.8 in |
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Shoulder Room: Front / Rear |
58.0/56.1 in |
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Hip Room: Front / Rear |
56.6/56.6 in. |
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Leg Room: Front / Rear |
46.1/35.2 in |
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Total Interior Volume |
121.3 cu. Ft |
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Passenger Interior Volume |
105.3 cu. Ft |
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Cargo Volume (SAE): |
15.6 cu. Ft |
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Curb Weight |
3,230 lb |
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Gross Weight |
4,365 lb |
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Valve Train |
Double Overhead Camshafts (DOHC), 4-valves per cylinder |
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Compression Ratio |
13.0:1 |
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Fuel Delivery System |
Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) |
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Horsepower |
191 hp @ 6,100 rpm |
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Torque |
181 lb-ft @ 4,000 rpm |
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Fuel Requirement |
Regular Unleaded, 87 Octane or higher |
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Fuel Tank Capacity |
15.8 gal |
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Layout |
Front Engine, Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) |
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Body Construction |
Steel Unibody |
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Steering Type |
Electric, Column-Mounted Motor Driven Power Steering (C-MDPS) |
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Front Suspension Type |
MacPherson Struts, Stabilizer Bar |
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Rear Suspension Type |
Independent, Multi-link, Stabilizer Bar |
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Steering Wheel Range (Lock-to-Lock) |
2.6 turns |
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Vehicle Turning Circle Diameter: (Curb-to-Curb) |
36.0 ft |
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Braking System |
4-Wheel Disc with Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) |
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Front Ventilated Brake Disc Diameter |
12.0 in |
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Rear Solid Brake Disc Diameter |
11.2 in |
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Features |
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Dual Front Advanced Airbags |
Yes |
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Dual Front Side Airbags |
Yes |
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Dual Rear Side Airbags |
Yes |
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Full-Length Side Curtain Airbags |
Yes |
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Driver's Side Knee Airbag |
Yes |
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Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) |
Yes |
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Front Seat-Belt Pretensioners |
Yes |
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Rear View Monitor |
Yes |
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Anti-Lock Braking System (ABS), 4-Wheel Disc Brakes |
Yes |
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Vehicle Stability Management |
Yes |
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Electronic Stability Control |
Yes |
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Hill Start Assist Control |
Yes |
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High Line Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) |
Yes |
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Rear Child-Safety Door Locks |
Yes |
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5 Passenger capacity |
Yes |
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Push Button Start |
Yes |
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Power Windows w/ Front Driver One-Touch Auto-Up/Down |
Yes |
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Variable Intermittent Windshield Wipers |
Yes |
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Day/Night Rearview Mirror |
Yes |
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Heated, Power-Adjustable Side View Mirrors |
Yes |
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Dual-Zone Auto Climate Control |
Yes |
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Industry-leading Kia 10-year/100,000-mile warranty program |
Yes |
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6-Way Manual Driver's Seat |
Yes |
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6-Way Manual Passenger's Seat |
Yes |
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Solar Control Glass |
Yes |
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Sound-Absorbing Windshield Glass |
Yes |
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Cloth Seat Trim |
yes |
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Interior Accent Trim, Metallic Paint |
Yes |
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Illuminated Sunvisor Vanity Mirrors |
Yes |
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4.2-inch Instrument Display |
Yes |
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Over-the-Air System Updates (OTA) |
Yes |
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6-Speaker Audio System |
Yes |
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Wireless Android Auto |
Yes |
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Wireless Apple CarPlay |
Yes |
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SiriusXM Satellite Radio |
Yes |
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Remote Start |
Yes |
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Kia Connect |
Yes |
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Pre Cooling & Heating through Kia Access App |
Yes |
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USB-C Data Port, Front Console |
Yes |
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USB-C Charging Port, Front Console |
Yes |
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Front 12V Power Port |
Yes |
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Rear USB-C Charging Ports: 2 |
Yes |
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Schedule Maintenance Reminder through Kia Access App |
Yes |
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Bluetooth Wireless Technology w/ Multi-Device Connectivity |
Yes |
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Smart Trunk |
Yes |
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16-inch Alloy Wheels, Gloss Black Finish |
Yes |
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Tire Size: 205/65R16 |
Yes |
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Compact Spare Tire |
Yes |
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Auto Headlight Control |
Yes |
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Multi Reflector LED Headlights |
Yes |
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LED Tail Lights |
Yes |
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Amber LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) |
Yes |
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High Beam Assist (HBA) |
Yes |
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Front Grille, Hyper Silver |
Yes |
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Door Handles, Body-Color |
Yes |
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Door Handles, Illuminated |
Yes |
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Side View Mirrors, Body-Color |
Yes |
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Shark Fin Antenna |
Yes |
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8-Speed Automatic Transmission |
Yes |
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Drive Mode Select |
Yes |
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Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) w/ Auto-Hold |
Yes |
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Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist |
Yes |
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Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist w/ Pedestrian, Cyclist & Junction Turning Detection |
Yes |
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Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist |
Yes |
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Park Distance Warning-Rear |
Yes |
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Park Distance Warning-Front |
Yes |
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Lane Departure Warning |
Yes |
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Lane Keeping Assist |
Yes |
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Lane Following Assist |
Yes |
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Smart Cruise Control w/ Stop & Go |
Yes |
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Driver Attention Warning w/ Leading Vehicle Departure Alert |
Yes |
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Safe Exit Assist w/ Power Rear Child-Safety Door Locks |
Yes |
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