The 2026 Kia K5 lineup is built to grow with your needs, with each trim adding more features, style, and capability as you move up. From the well-equipped LXS to the sporty GT-Line FWD and GT-Line AWD, into the comfort‑focused EX, and up to the high‑performance GT, every step keeps what the previous trim offered and then layers on more. Whether you prioritize value, all-wheel drive, interior amenities, or styling, there’s a 2026 Kia K5 for you.
K5 LXS
The LXS is the starting point, but it already gives you the core of what makes the K5 appealing: sleek styling, a comfortable cabin, modern tech, and Kia Drive Wise safety features.
Highlights include:
- 2.5L 4‑cylinder engine
- Front‑wheel drive
- 8‑speed automatic transmission
- LED lighting and alloy wheels
- Large 12.3-in. touchscreen with Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto
- Keyless entry with push‑button start
- Kia Drive Wise driver‑assistance tech (including forward collision and lane‑keeping features)
The Kia K5 LXS FWD is capable of 191 horsepower and 181 lb.-ft. of torque and gets an efficient EPA estimated 37 mpg on the highway.
K5 GT-Line FWD
Step up to GT-Line FWD, and you get everything from the LXS, plus a sportier look and upgraded cabin touches.
Key Features:
- GT-Line styling for a more aggressive appearance
- 18-in. wheels with gloss black and machined finish
- Black exterior accents and GT-Line badging
- LED Fog Lights
- Heated front seats
- Wireless phone charger
- GT-line leather wrapped flat-bottom steering wheel
- Additional comfort and convenience features available in option packages
GT-Line FWD offers the same powertrain as the FWD LXS, but adds GT-line styling and additional features.
K5 GT-Line AWD
The GT-Line AWD takes everything in GT-Line FWD and adds all‑wheel drive for extra confidence when the weather or road conditions aren’t ideal.
Adds to GT-Line FWD:
- Torque‑vectoring all‑wheel drive system
- Drive Mode Select with Snow Mode
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Available GT-Line AWD Premium Package
The K5 GT-Line AWD still gets an impressive EPA estimated 33 mpg on the highway while adding all-wheel drive capability.
K5 GT
The Kia K5 GT is the performance focused K5. Power output increases to 290 horsepower and 311 lb.-ft. of torque with a 2.5L 4-cylinder turbocharged engine.
Key Features:
- 2.5L turbocharged 4‑cylinder engine with 290 hp and 311 lb‑ft of torque
- Front-wheel drive
- 8‑speed dual‑clutch automatic transmission
- Sport‑tuned suspension for sharper handling
- 19‑inch gloss black machined alloy wheels
- Quad‑tip dual exhaust for a more aggressive sound and look
- GT D‑shaped steering wheel with paddle shifters
- Neon green GT brake calipers and other GT‑specific exterior details
- SynTex seating with embossed GT logo
- Panoramic sunroof included
If you’re looking for additional performance and styling, the 2026 Kia K5 GT is for you.
K5 EX
Move up to the EX, and the K5 shifts toward a more premium, comfort‑focused experience. It keeps the 2.5L engine and FWD but additional upscale features.
Key features:
- Heated and ventilated front seats
- More power adjustments and comfort features for front seats
- Panoramic sunroof
- Additional soft‑touch surfaces and refined interior details
- Power folding side mirrors
- Leather wrapped steering wheel
- Bose Premium audio system
The EX is the trim for shoppers who want upgraded interior styling and the best features available in the Kia K5.
Find Your Next Kia K5 at Cable Dahmer Kia of Lawrence
From the value‑packed LXS to the performance focused GT, the 2026 Kia K5 lineup offers plenty of options to match your style and priorities. Visit Cable Dahmer Kia of Lawrence or start online to compare trims, explore features in person, and take a test drive so you can drive home in a new Kia K5.
Warranties include 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain and 5-year/60,000-mile basic. All warranties and roadside assistance are limited. See retailer for warranty details.