According to HowlingJack safety data, Kia K5 has a safety status of "fair" with a safety score of 5.6/10. No consumer complaints recorded. It has been subject to 30 recall(s).

Has Kia K5 been recalled?

Yes, Kia K5 has been subject to 30 recall(s). Visit the recalls section on this page for full details and official sources.

Kia K5 (2021) — Overview, Specs & More

Overview Specifications

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Kia · Cars · 2021

Kia K5 (2021)

🔔 30 recalls

Status

Fair

Minor issues reported

Status Fair — past recall resolved with no ongoing complaints recorded.

Specifications

Engine Size1.6 L

Fuel TypeRegular Gasoline

Transmission8 speed automatic

DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive

Combined MPG27 MPG

Kia K5 Comparison with Similar Vehicles

	Kia K5 (this vehicle)	Hyundai Kona FWD	Toyota Corolla Cross	GMC Yukon XL 4WD	GMC Yukon 2WD	Buick Encore GX AWD
Price	—	$23,000–$31,000	—	—	—	$27,900
Engine Capacity	1.6 L	2L	2L	3L	3L	1.3L
Fuel Type	Regular Gasoline	Regular	Regular	Diesel	Diesel	Regular
Transmission	8 speed automatic	Automatic (AV-S1)	Automatic (AV-S10)	Automatic 10-spd	Automatic 10-spd	Automatic 9-spd
Body Type	Sedan	Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD	Small Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD	Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD	Standard Sport Utility Vehicle 2WD	Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD

About

The 2021 Kia K5 is a spacious large car offering a comfortable ride with its 8-speed automatic transmission and front-wheel drive. Enjoy an efficient drive with a combined MPG of 27, powered by a 1.6 L turbocharged petrol engine.

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