product.specifications
specs.engine_size1.6L
specs.fuel_typeRegular
specs.transmission8 speed automatic
specs.drivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
specs.combined_mpg27 MPG
product.comparison_title
| product.price | — | $23,000–$31,000 | — | — | — | $27,900 |
| specs.engine_capacity | 1.6L | 2L | 2L | 3L | 3L | 1.3L |
| specs.fuel_type | Regular | Regular | Regular | Diesel | Diesel | Regular |
| specs.transmission | 8 speed automatic | Automatic (AV-S1) | Automatic (AV-S10) | Automatic 10-spd | Automatic 10-spd | Automatic 9-spd |
| specs.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 |
product.about
The 2026 Kia K5 offers a compelling blend of efficiency and performance, boasting a turbocharged 1.6L engine that delivers 180 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. With impressive fuel economy ratings of 27 MPG combined and a certified safety status, it's a practical choice for daily driving.
product.pros
- Certified safety status
- No recalls on record
- Good highway MPG
- Turbocharged engine performance
product.cons
- 10 complaints on record
- Below average city MPG
product.complaints_section10 total
KIA K5 2026 LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST
mediumSubmitted by [XXX], Authorized Representative for the owner. The vehicle has a physical defect in the ADAS forward-facing camera bracket caused by a dealer-concealed repair using industrial silicone adhesive. The bracket is now visibly sagging, causing misalignment that leads to intermittent Automatic Emergency Braking (AEB) failure. Critically, the vehicleâs computer does NOT illuminate a warning light for this physical displacement ('silent failure'), posing a severe crash risk. An undisclosed aftermarket GPS tracker was also found installed, which is pending contract review. A third-party inspection report titled 'Repurchase Inspection (Silicon at Rearview Mirror)' confirms the non-OEM adhesive and physical sag. The dealer has refused to provide a safe replacement vehicle. This defect stems from a non-OEM repair performed prior to sale. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
KIA K5 2026 LANE DEPARTURE: WARNING
lowDriver awareness warning goes off frequently. There is no way to desensitize it. As a result warnings are ignored. Dealer and manufacturer says there is not way to prevent this issue.
KIA K5 2026 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
lowThe display is shows a "Check Oil Level" error. It comes on then goes off regularly. I have verified that the oil level is OK. Took it into the dealer and he said that this is a common issue and a software fix is coming. The car only has less than 2K miles. I depend on the engine displaying error messages, but they need to be real ones. Online complaints indicate that this is a common error and there seems to be no fix.
KIA K5 2026 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
mediumKia has a known wiringâharness defect that causes the low engine oil sensor to trigger incorrectly. Despite this, there has been no recall, and new vehicles are still being sold with the issue. The wiring harness is now on back order, leaving me without a car for weeks or longer. The vehicle has plenty of oil, and the dealership confirmed there are no engine problems, yet the warning light keeps coming back because of the faulty harness. This happened 1 day after buying this car new from the dealership lot.
KIA K5 2026 ENGINE
mediumThe contact owns a 2026 Kia K5. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where it was diagnosed with an engine harness failure. The contact was informed that the engine harness needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact was informed that the parts were ordered and would be delivered within a week. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The contact was informed that the dealer would be contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 89.
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product.status_history
status.uncertain→status.certified31 May 2026
Lemon Score: 95. 7 data points. v3 scoring.