The K5 GT makes 290 horsepower, and all-wheel drive is available on the GT-Line, rare among midsize sedans.
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Assembled in West Point, Georgia, starting around $28,000, with a bold design and long standard feature list.
Backed by a 10-year / 100,000-mile powertrain warranty, ALM VIP Club benefits, and our Included Lifetime Warranty on qualifying new vehicles.
Got one sedan on your list? Open a full side-by-side with the K5 for the complete rundown.
| Model | Starting MSRP | Engine | AWD | Hybrid | Powertrain warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia K5 | About $28,000 | 2.5L (191 hp); GT turbo (290 hp) | Available (GT-Line) | No | 10 yr / 100,000 mi |
| Hyundai Sonata | About $28,000 | 2.5L (191 hp); turbo and hybrid | Available | Yes (hybrid) | 10 yr / 100,000 mi |
| Honda Accord | About $29,000 | 1.5L turbo; hybrid | No (FWD only) | Yes (hybrid) | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Toyota Camry | About $29,000 | 2.5L hybrid (standard) | Available | Yes (hybrid only) | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Hyundai Elantra | About $23,000 | 2.0L (147 hp); N-Line turbo | No (FWD) | Yes (hybrid) | 10 yr / 100,000 mi |
| Nissan Altima | About $27,000 | 2.5L (188 hp); VC-turbo | Available | No | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
Starting MSRP is the manufacturer’s suggested retail price and may or may not include destination charges; it excludes taxes, title, and dealer fees. Contact us for current pricing.
They all seat five, so the differences are in the details. The K5, Hyundai Sonata, and Hyundai Elantra lead on warranty with 10-year / 100,000-mile powertrain coverage, while the Accord, Camry, and Altima offer 5-year / 60,000-mile coverage. The K5 stands out with a sporty 290-horsepower GT and available all-wheel drive, which the front-drive-only Accord does not offer, and the Camry is now hybrid-only. Note the Elantra is a smaller, lower-priced compact that some K5 shoppers still cross-shop. For a full breakdown of any single matchup, open one of the head-to-head comparisons above.
Front-wheel drive is standard across the K5 lineup, with all-wheel drive available on the GT-Line and the 290-horsepower turbo reserved for the GT. The K5 is offered only with gas engines; there is no hybrid or electric K5.
| Trim | Drivetrain | Highlights | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| LXS | FWD | Value-priced base trim with a strong standard feature list | Value shoppers |
| GT-Line | FWD (AWD available) | Sporty styling and the only trim offered with all-wheel drive | Style and all-weather grip |
| GT | FWD | 290-horsepower turbo with a quick dual-clutch transmission | Performance |
| EX | FWD | Top comfort and technology content | Loaded |