Used 2025 Kia K5 for Sale nearWichita, KS

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

• Starting at $28,491
• 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 essential features without paying for extras. It's the best value in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $28,491 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 37 hwy
• Inventory: 59 listings
• View LXS FWD listings

GT-Line FWD — "Who It's For"

The GT-Line FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a blend of style and features without stepping up to the sportier trims. It's the most popular trim in the lineup.

• Avg. market price: $28,491 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 37 hwy
• Inventory: 133 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. However, availability is limited.

• Avg. market price: $28,491 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 24 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 9 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. It's a solid choice for those who prioritize performance.

• Avg. market price: $28,491 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 23 city / 33 hwy
• Inventory: 20 listings
• View GT FWD listings

EX FWD — "Who It's For"

The EX FWD is the pick for shoppers who want a fully loaded experience with premium features. It's ideal for those who appreciate luxury in their daily drive.

• Avg. market price: $28,491 (updated weekly)
• MPG/MPGe: 26 city / 37 hwy
• Inventory: 26 listings
• View EX FWD listings

Trim Recommendations

Most Popular — GT-Line FWD

With 133 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 $28,491 avg market price — below the lineup median of $28,491 — 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 24, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.

How much does the 2025 Kia K5 cost?

Prices have softened 2.22% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.

There are 2,353 listings available, which gives you a solid 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 stands out as a refreshed midsize sedan that leans heavily on style and value, with updated exterior lighting, revised front and rear styling, and redesigned wheels. It also brings new technology, redesigned dashboard controls, and more standard features, which makes it a strong fit if you want a family 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 previously standard turbo four, and the car is not especially fun to drive in most versions. The touch-sensing control panel can also be frustrating to use.

Even so, 33.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals, which 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 2025 K5 is presented as a good-value family sedan with a comfortable ride and a well-equipped cabin, and those traits usually matter when you’re thinking about day-to-day dependability. Its 2.5-liter four-cylinder is described as adequate and reasonably quiet, and the transmission is calibrated to make the most of the available power.

Kia also gives the car a broad set of standard equipment, which can help reduce the need for immediate upgrades after purchase. If the maintenance and feature set fit your needs, the K5 looks like a sensible used buy, though the lack of a hybrid option may matter if you plan to keep it for many years and want lower running costs.

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

Accident-free inventory is solid at 89.4% — always verify the vehicle history report.

You should still check the history report carefully, because accident-free listings are common but not guaranteed. Prioritize a thorough inspection of the cabin controls, since the touch-sensing setup can be frustrating and you’ll want to make sure everything works as intended. Focus on overall condition, feature operation, and whether the trim level matches the equipment you expect.

Key things to evaluate:

• Trim level: The base LXS, sporty-looking GT-Line, and upscale EX are the popular versions, while the GT is the fun one. The EX stands out because it gets everything Kia offers for the 2025 K5, and the base trim is the one most likely to leave you wanting more equipment.
• Powertrain: Most versions use a 2.5-liter four-cylinder with 191 horsepower and 182 pound-feet of torque, paired with an eight-speed automatic. The GT upgrades to a turbocharged 2.5-liter four-cylinder with 290 hp and 311 lb-ft, plus an eight-speed wet dual-clutch transmission.
• 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 braking when reversing during parking.
• Infotainment: Every 2025 K5 has a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system with multi-device Bluetooth pairing, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, SiriusXM satellite radio, and Kia Connect services. Navigation and wireless charging start with GT-Line, and EX adds a 12.3-inch digital instrumentation panel.
• Fuel efficiency: The official EPA fuel economy estimate is 29 mpg in combined driving, while 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 affordable entry point, and it gives you the K5’s style and core value without the extra equipment that pushes the higher trims upmarket. It makes sense if you want the look and basics at the lowest price.
• GT-Line: This is the best-value trim for many shoppers because it adds navigation, wireless charging, and Highway Driving Assist, while keeping the sporty appearance that helps the K5 stand out.
• EX: This is the most upscale everyday choice, with the 12.3-inch digital instrument panel and the most complete equipment list. It’s the trim to choose if you want the richest feature set and the strongest comfort-and-tech mix.
• GT: This is the performance-oriented version, with the turbocharged 2.5-liter engine, sport-tuned suspension, faster steering ratio, and larger brakes. Choose it if you want the strongest acceleration and a more engaging drive.

The EX trim is the one that gets the full suite of added safety equipment, including the surround-view camera system, blind-spot cameras, side parking sensors, and reverse automatic braking.

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

This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you have room to shop carefully.

• Deal availability: 33.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Inventory: There are 2,353 listings available.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 2.22% compared with last year.
• Clean inventory: 89.4% of listings are accident-free.

If you find a listing below $23,990, 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 $27,621 sits slightly below last year's $28,249.

That softer pricing suggests the K5 is currently giving buyers a bit more room to negotiate than it did a year ago. If you buy well now, you may be starting from a more favorable entry point than last year’s shoppers had.

For a future seller, that means your resale outcome will depend heavily on how well you buy and maintain the car. A clean history, strong condition, and desirable trim can help offset the broader market softness.

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 braking when reversing during parking.

One caveat is that the lane-keeping and lane-centering assist 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:

• 33.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
• Accident-free inventory is solid at 89.4% — always verify the vehicle history report.
• Price trend: Prices have softened 2.22% 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 tech.

Consider the 2024 if:

• At $25,004, the 2024 costs less than the current year's $27,621 average.
• It’s a stylish, comfortable, enjoyable, and technologically advanced midsize sedan.

The bottom line: If you want the freshest styling, updated tech, and a broader current-market selection, the 2025 is the better all-around pick. If your priority is spending less up front, the 2024 is the smarter value play, especially if you can find one in strong condition with the equipment you want.

These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 22, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.