New 2025 Kia K5 Sedans near Carlsbad, CA
New 2025 Kia K5 for Sale in Escondido
The Kia K5 is a stylish, well-rounded midsize sedan and one of the most compelling models in its class. It offers attractive and spacious accommodations, abundant amenities, and a bold yet refined design. It's enjoyable to drive thanks to its potent performance options, confident handling, dynamics, and smooth ride. The Kia K5 is proof that a midsize family car doesn't have to be boring, and it's available for sale or lease here at Escondido's North County Kia.
What's New for 2025
The Kia K5 continues its inaugural generation into the 2025 model year. However, it sports a significant midcycle refresh, including more standard power, sharper styling, new wheel designs, and new "Star Map" LED lighting clusters. Inside, the 2025 Kia K5 exhibits upgraded accommodations, including a new steering wheel, a rotary gear selector, and a striking panoramic display that combines the digital instrument panel and infotainment touchscreen.
Performance
The 2025 Kia K5 finds motivation in a naturally aspirated 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine (195 horsepower, 181 pound-feet of torque) with 11 more horsepower than its 1.6-liter turbo-four predecessor. A smooth-shifting eight-speed transmission sends power to the front wheels, optimizing efficiency and responsiveness. Or you can get all-wheel drive as an option for the GT-Line trim.
Are you seeking something more exhilarating to propel your Carlsbad commute? The Kia K5 GT delivers a scintillating sports sedan experience with a 2.5-liter turbo-four engine (290 +horsepower, 311 pound-feet of torque, an 8-speed automatic transmission with paddle shifters, sport-tuned suspension, and quad-outlet exhaust.
Interior
The Kia K5's pleasant passenger accommodations make the interior a nice place to pass the miles. The cabin exhibits a clean, modern design, quality materials, and an intuitive, driver-focused layout. There's ample head and leg room for occupants in both rows, and the nicely cushioned, supportive seats provide long-distance comfort. The K5 also offers excellent practicality for a sedan, with several small-item storage options, a larger 15.6 cubic-foot trunk, and 60/40 split-folding rear seats.
Numerous comforts and conveniences are available to enhance your K5 experience, including standard features like Smart Key proximity entry, dual-zone automatic climate control, a rear center armrest with cupholders, and hands-free trunk access. Depending on the configuration, you can further upgrade your Poway drives with amenities like:
- Power adjustable front seats with driver memory
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- Panoramic sunroof
- SynTex leatherette upholstery
- Driver-position memory
- Power-folding side mirrors
- Digital Key 2 (phone-as-a-key)
Technology and Driver Assistance
New for the 2025 model year, the Kia K5 comes standard with an expansive dual-screen panoramic display powered by Kia's new Connected Car Navigation Cockpit system. The 12.3-inch touchscreen includes wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, providing access to hands-free calls, music, streaming media, Google or Apple Maps, and your virtual assistant without clutter. Plus, all trims above the base model include a wireless charging pad, allowing you to go completely cord-free. Next to the touchscreen is a high-resolution 12-inch digital instrument customizable to your viewing preferences.
Staying alert behind the wheel is always the most vital aspect of vehicle safety, but that doesn't mean you can have some help. The 2025 Kia K5 augments your attentive driving with an extensive roster of driver-assistance technologies, including most as standard equipment. No matter what trim you choose, you'll get cutting-edge driver aids like:
- Forward Collision Avoidance-Assist with Pedestrian/Cyclist/Junction Turning Detection
- Smart Cruise Control with Stop & Go
- Blind-Spot and Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist
- Lane Keeping and Lane Following Assist
- Driver Attention Warning with Leading Vehicle Departure Alert
- Safe Exit Assist
- Rear Occupant Alert
- Park Distance Warning - Forward and Reverse
More driver-assistance features are available in higher trims, including Highway Driving Assist, Surround View Monitor, and the automaker's innovative Blind View Monitor.
Test-Drive the New 2025 Kia K5 near Oceanside, CA
Get in touch with North County Kia today for more information about the refreshed Kia K5, including its available configurations, financing opportunities, and reservation options. If you'd like to check out the accommodations, features, and performance firsthand, we welcome you to schedule a test drive or visit us in Escondido at your convenience. We'll be happy to show you around.
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