Used 2024 Kia K5 for Sale nearTacoma, WA

Compare 2024 Kia K5 Trims in Tacoma, WA

The 2024 Kia K5 offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to sportier models, all with impressive fuel efficiency.

• Starting at $25,384
• Best MPG/MPGe: 27 city / 37 hwy
• Most Popular: GT-Line FWD

Trim Overview

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Trim Deep Dives

LXS FWD — "Who It's For"

The LXS FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-equipped sedan without paying for higher trims. It's a great value option.

• Avg. market price: $26,376 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 27 city / 37 hwy
• Inventory: 35 listings
• View LXS FWD listings

GT-Line FWD — "Who It's For"

The GT-Line FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a stylish sedan with advanced features without stepping up to the sportier trims. It's the most popular trim in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $27,367 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 27 city / 37 hwy
• Inventory: 101 listings — widest selection in the lineup
• View GT-Line FWD listings

GT-Line AWD — "Who It's For"

The GT-Line AWD is the pick for shoppers who want all-wheel drive capability without a significant price increase. It's a solid choice for varied weather conditions.

• Avg. market price: $26,376 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 25 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 6 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View GT-Line AWD listings

EX FWD — "Who It's For"

The EX FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a balance of luxury and affordability without going for the top-tier options. It offers premium features at a reasonable price.

• Avg. market price: $25,384 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 27 city / 37 hwy
• Inventory: 22 listings
• View EX FWD listings

GT FWD — "Who It's For"

The GT FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a sporty driving experience with more power without sacrificing everyday usability. It's fully loaded with features.

• Avg. market price: $26,376 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 32 hwy
• Inventory: 16 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View GT FWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — GT-Line FWD

With 101 active listings, the GT-Line FWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

Browse GT-Line FWD listings

Best Budget Option — EX FWD

At $25,384 avg market price — below the lineup median of $26,376 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse EX FWD listings

Best for Fuel Economy — LXS FWD

The LXS FWD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup with 27 city / 37 hwy MPG.

Browse LXS FWD listings

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 12, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2024 Kia K5 cost?

Prices have softened 5.19% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

With 2,752 listings available, you have a healthy amount of inventory to compare before you buy.

Is the 2024 Kia K5 a good car?

Yes — the 2024 Kia K5 earns a 5/5 user rating and a 7.17/10 expert rating. The model scores 8/10 across Form and function and Cost effectiveness.

It stands out as a stylish, comfortable, enjoyable, and technologically advanced midsize sedan, and it is framed as an overlooked value play for buyers who want a well-equipped car without moving up to a higher price range. Turbocharging is standard, which helps the K5 feel more substantial than its sticker suggests.

The trade-offs are real, though: the interior materials can feel cheap, and the real-world fuel economy is unimpressive. The GT-Line also brings sporty looks without the full GT hardware, so if you want the sharper driving character, you need to step up.

Even so, 33.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals, which supports the case for shopping this model year now.

Is the 2024 Kia K5 reliable?

Owners rate it 5/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.

The 2024 Kia K5 is presented as a well-rounded sedan with strong value, standard turbocharging, and a broad warranty-backed ownership pitch. It also includes an engine immobilizer system, which adds a useful theft-prevention layer.

The expert assessment is more cautious on durability-related ownership costs because the car’s real-world fuel economy is poor, which can raise day-to-day running costs. For used buyers, the main long-term risk is less about outright mechanical drama and more about living with higher fuel use than you may expect.

What should I look for when buying a used 2024 Kia K5?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 86.2% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the history report carefully, because a clean listing percentage does not replace a proper records review. Prioritize a pre-purchase inspection that focuses on brakes, tires, electronics, and signs of uneven wear, especially if the car has been driven hard or modified. Pay close attention to overall condition, since the cabin materials are described as less upscale than the styling suggests.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The GT-Line sits one step above the base LXS and one step below the EX, while the GT is the budget sports-sedan choice. The GT-Line gains standard heated seats for 2024, but the base trim still leaves some equipment on the table.
• Powertrain: Most versions use a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder with 180 horsepower and an eight-speed automatic, while the GT uses a turbocharged 2.4-liter four-cylinder with 290 horsepower and an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission. All-wheel drive is available with GT-Line trim.
• Safety package: Kia Drive Wise includes forward collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, active blind-spot monitoring, active rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assistance, and safe exit warning. Standard equipment also includes automatic high-beam headlights, a driver monitoring system, a rear-seat reminder system, and Leading Vehicle Departure Alert. Available upgrades add cyclist detection, automatic intersection braking, parking sensors, rear automatic braking when parking, a surround-view camera, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, and Highway Driving Assist.
• Infotainment: The base LXS gets an 8-inch touchscreen, while other trims get a 10.25-inch screen. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard, wireless in the LXS and wired in the more expensive versions, and the larger display adds navigation, SiriusXM satellite radio, Kia Connect services, and wireless phone charging.
• Fuel efficiency: The GT-Line is rated at 31 mpg combined with front-wheel drive and 28 mpg with all-wheel drive, while the GT is rated at 27 mpg.

Which 2024 Kia K5 trim should I buy?

The 2024 Kia K5 is offered in 4 trim levels: LXS, GT-Line, EX, and GT.

Here's the short version:

• LXS: This is the entry point, and it gives you the core K5 formula at the lowest price. It makes the most sense if you want the sedan’s style and standard tech without paying for extras.
• GT-Line: This is the best-value trim for most shoppers because it adds a sportier look, standard heated seats for 2024, and available all-wheel drive. It also sits in the sweet spot between affordability and equipment.
• EX: Choose this if you want a more upscale feel and more comfort-oriented equipment than the lower trims.
• GT: This is the one to buy if you want the strongest performance, with the 290-horsepower turbo engine, sport-tuned suspension, quicker steering, bigger brakes, larger wheels, and launch control.

Every 2024 K5 includes Kia Drive Wise, and higher trims can add more advanced driver-assistance features.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2024 Kia K5?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop patiently but should move quickly on the right car.

• Deal availability: 33.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 2,752 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 5.19% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 86.2% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $25,074, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2024 Kia K5's resale value?

The current average of $25,123 sits slightly below last year's $26,498.

That price movement suggests the market has already adjusted downward, which can help you buy at a more favorable point in the cycle. For a future seller, that also means resale performance will depend heavily on how well the car holds buyer interest over time.

The K5’s strong value story and broad appeal should help support demand, especially for well-kept examples with desirable equipment. But the softer pricing trend means you should expect resale to be shaped by condition, mileage, and trim choice more than by brand momentum alone.

Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 5/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.

Is the 2024 Kia K5 safe?

The 2024 Kia K5 earns low scores in updated IIHS moderate overlap frontal-impact and side-impact tests.

It earns a 7/10 safety score from our experts.

Every 2024 K5 has Kia Drive Wise, which includes forward collision warning with pedestrian detection, automatic emergency braking, active blind-spot monitoring, active rear cross-traffic alert, lane-departure warning, lane-keeping assistance, safe exit warning, automatic high-beam headlights, a driver monitoring system, a rear-seat reminder system, and Leading Vehicle Departure Alert. Available upgrades add cyclist detection, automatic intersection braking, parking sensors, rear automatic braking when parking, a surround-view camera, adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go capability, navigation-based adaptive cruise control with curve speed control, and Highway Driving Assist.

The concern is that the updated IIHS results are poor enough to outweigh the otherwise strong safety equipment list. That makes crash-test performance the main caution point for used shoppers.

Should I buy a 2024 Kia K5 or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2024 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2024 if:

• 33.5% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 86.2% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 5.19% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• It keeps the standard turbocharged setup and adds heated seats to the GT-Line.

Consider the 2025 if:

• At $27,608, the 2025 costs more than the current year's $25,123 average.
• It brings updated styling, new technology, and more standard features.

The bottom line: If you want the better value, the 2024 is the smarter buy because it combines lower pricing with strong equipment and broad appeal. If you care more about the refreshed look and newer tech, the 2025 is the better path, but you’ll pay more for it.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 15, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.