Used 2025 Kia K5 for Sale nearPalm Desert, CA

Compare 2025 Kia K5 Trims

The 2025 Kia K5 offers a range of trims from budget-friendly options to sportier models, all with impressive fuel efficiency.

• Starting at $23,747
• Best MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 37 hwy
• Most Popular: GT-Line FWD

Trim Overview

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LXS FWD — "Who It's For"

The LXS FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a budget-friendly option without sacrificing essential features.

• Avg. market price: $23,747 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 37 hwy
• Inventory: 893 listings
• View LXS FWD listings

GT-Line FWD — "Who It's For"

The GT-Line FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a well-rounded vehicle with a blend of style and technology. It's also the most popular trim in the lineup by a wide margin.

• Avg. market price: $28,008 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 37 hwy
• Inventory: 2,879 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.

• Avg. market price: $27,871 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 77 listings — lower availability; may limit negotiating room
• View GT-Line AWD listings

GT FWD — "Who It's For"

The GT FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a sportier driving experience with more power and features.

• Avg. market price: $30,191 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 320 listings
• View GT FWD listings

EX FWD — "Who It's For"

The EX FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a fully loaded vehicle with luxury features and comfort.

• Avg. market price: $28,428 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 37 hwy
• Inventory: 510 listings
• View EX FWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — GT-Line FWD

With 2,879 active listings, the GT-Line FWD is the clear volume leader in the lineup.

Browse GT-Line FWD listings

Best Budget Option — LXS FWD

At $23,747 avg market price — below the lineup median of $28,008 — it's the most accessible entry point.

Browse LXS FWD listings

Best for Fuel Economy — LXS FWD

The LXS FWD offers the best fuel economy in the lineup with 26/37 MPG/MPGe.

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 2025 Kia K5 cost?

Prices have softened 2.36% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 2,321 listings available, which suggests you should have a reasonable amount of inventory to compare.

Is the 2025 Kia K5 a good car?

Yes — the 2025 Kia K5 earns a 5/5 user rating and a 7.33/10 expert rating. The standout strength is Technology at 9/10.

The K5’s appeal is rooted in its refreshed styling, comfortable ride, and strong value proposition. It also brings new technology and more standard features, which makes it a good fit if you want a midsize sedan that feels more distinctive than a typical commuter car.

The trade-offs are clear: the standard 2.5-liter four-cylinder is less lively than the previous turbo four, and the car is not especially fun to drive in most versions. The touch-sensing climate controls are also frustrating to use.

The model’s 32.1% good-or-great deal rate suggests there are still worthwhile opportunities in the market.

Is the 2025 Kia K5 reliable?

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

The K5’s reliability case is helped by its reputation for solid value, a comfortable ride, and a broad set of standard features. It also offers a well-equipped cabin and useful technology that should make day-to-day ownership feel modern and convenient.

The performance side is more mixed: the standard engine is adequate and reasonably quiet, but it lacks the punch of the earlier turbo setup. Kia Connect can add remote starting, cabin pre-conditioning, and a find-my-car function, which is a nice ownership perk if you use the connected services.

For used buyers, the main long-term risk is that the less engaging powertrain and touch-heavy controls may age less gracefully than the K5’s styling and feature content.

What should I look for when buying a used 2025 Kia K5?

Accident-free inventory is solid at 89.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the history report carefully and prioritize a thorough inspection, especially if you’re considering a higher-trim car with more equipment. Focus on the condition of the cabin controls, infotainment setup, and any driver-assistance features, since those are central to the K5’s appeal.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base LXS, sporty-looking GT-Line, upscale EX, and GT each bring a different mix of style and equipment. The EX stands out because it gets the most complete feature set, while the GT is the performance-oriented choice.
• Powertrain: Most versions use a 2.5-liter four-cylinder with an eight-speed automatic, while the GT gets a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder with much stronger output. GT-Line can be had with AWD, but the GT is front-wheel drive only.
• Safety package: Every K5 gets a long list of driver-assist features, including intersection turn assistance, active blind-spot collision avoidance, and a leading vehicle departure alert. GT-Line adds Highway Driving Assist, and EX adds a surround-view camera system, blind-spot cameras, side parking sensors, and automatic reverse braking.
• Infotainment: Every 2025 K5 has a 12.3-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth pairing, SiriusXM, and Kia Connect. Navigation and wireless charging start with GT-Line, and EX adds a 12.3-inch digital instrument panel.
• Fuel efficiency: The official EPA fuel economy estimate is 29 mpg in combined driving, and the test car averaged 24.9 mpg on a mountainous testing loop.

Which 2025 Kia K5 trim should I buy?

The 2025 Kia K5 is offered in 4 trim levels: LXS, GT-Line, EX, GT.

Here's the short version:

• LXS: This is the entry point if you want the K5’s style and core value without paying for extras. It gives you the basics, but it is the least equipped choice.
• GT-Line: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds AWD availability, navigation, wireless charging, and Highway Driving Assist. It also brings a more complete tech and convenience package without jumping all the way to the top end.
• EX: This is the trim to choose if you want the most upscale K5 experience. It adds the 12.3-inch digital instrument panel and the most advanced camera and parking features, making it the most fully featured everyday version.
• GT: This is the one to buy if you care most about performance. It gets the turbocharged 2.5-liter engine, sport-tuned suspension, faster steering, and larger brakes, but it is not the best fit if you want the smoothest all-around value.

The GT-Line adds a useful Highway Driving Assist system, while the EX or GT1 Package on the GT brings the most advanced safety and parking features.

Is now a good time to buy a used 2025 Kia K5?

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop with some leverage if you’re patient.

• Deal availability: 32.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 2,321 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 2.36% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 89.6% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $23,982, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.

What is the 2025 Kia K5's resale value?

The current average of $27,608 sits slightly below last year's $28,274.

That softer pricing trend suggests the K5 is currently more buyer-friendly than it was a year ago. For a future seller, that can mean you may not see rapid appreciation, especially if the market continues to favor shoppers.

Even so, the K5’s strong value story, stylish design, and broad equipment list should help it remain appealing in the used market. Models with desirable trims and clean histories should be easier to move than less-equipped examples.

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 2025 Kia K5 safe?

The 2025 Kia K5 earns a five-star overall safety rating from NHTSA.

It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.

Kia equips every K5 with a long list of driver-assist features, including intersection turn assistance, active blind-spot collision avoidance, and a leading vehicle departure alert. GT-Line adds Highway Driving Assist with hands-on semi-autonomous acceleration, braking, and steering, while EX adds a surround-view camera system, blind-spot cameras, side parking sensors, and automatic reverse braking.

One caveat is that the lane-keeping and lane-centering systems can be aggravating when Highway Driving Assist is not active, and the controls for turning them off are buried in the menus.

Should I buy a 2025 Kia K5 or consider a different year?

If you're weighing the 2025 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:

Choose the 2025 if:

• 32.1% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 89.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 2.36% compared with last year.
• Owners rate it 5/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
• The refresh brings new exterior lighting, revised styling, redesigned wheels, and more standard technology.

Consider the 2024 if:

• At $25,123, the 2024 costs less than the current year's $27,608 average.
• It is a stylish, comfortable, enjoyable, and technologically advanced midsize sedan.

The bottom line: If you want the freshest styling, updated tech, and the strongest current-market deal context, the 2025 is the better all-around pick. If your priority is spending less up front, the 2024 remains a smart alternative with many of the same core strengths.

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