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2021 Kia K5 LXS vs. GT-Line

iSeeCars' unbiased and data-driven comparison of the 2021 Kia K5 LXS and 2021 Kia K5 GT-Line contrasts the two cars across a broad spectrum of vehicle specifications to determine which car is better. In addition to comparing pricing and specs, iSeeCars uses all the ratings, rankings, and insights from its comprehensive analyses of each vehicle model, including calculations of reliability, safety, depreciation, value retention, and the vehicle's projected lifetime recalls (based on analyzing over 25 billion data points). This in-depth evaluation is used to identify which vehicle represents a better overall choice for shoppers who are considering both the 2021 Kia K5 LXS and the 2021 Kia K5 GT-Line.

When we compare the 2021 Kia K5 LXS's and the 2021 Kia K5 GT-Line's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Kia K5 LXS has the advantage in the area of typical lower range of pricing for used cars. The 2021 Kia K5 LXS and 2021 Kia K5 GT-Line have the same fuel efficiency, interior volume and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2021 Kia K5 LXS's and the 2021 Kia K5 GT-Line's specifications and ratings, the 2021 Kia K5 LXS is a better car than the 2021 Kia K5 GT-Line.

Pricing: A used 2021 Kia K5 LXS ranges from $13,999 to $24,000 while a used 2021 Kia K5 GT-Line is priced between $17,341 to $26,998.

Resale/Retained Value: Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate, the 2021 Kia K5 LXS and the 2021 Kia K5 GT-Line both lose 46.9 percent of their value.

Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison: For engine performance, the base engine of both the 2021 Kia K5 LXS and the 2021 Kia K5 GT-Line makes 180 horsepower. Both the LXS and the GT-Line are rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 585 miles. Both models use regular unleaded.

Safety Ratings: The Kia K5 has an average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars based on NHTSA's crash test ratings.

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New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

24590

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)

25984

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)

22270 - 36995

New Car Pricing

Asking Price:

-

Starting MSRP:

25490

Category Avg Starting MSRP:
(Midsize Cars)

25984

Category Starting MSRP Range:
(Midsize Cars)

22270 - 36995

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

18553

Price Range:

13999 - 24000

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)

21702

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)

17222 - 28093

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

161

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

75621

# Good or Great Deals:

89

Used Car Pricing

Avg Used Car Price:

22141

Price Range:

17341 - 26998

Category Avg Price:
(Midsize Cars)

21702

Category Avg Price Range:
(Midsize Cars)

17222 - 28093

# Used Cars for Sale Nationally:

369

Avg Mileage of Used Cars for Sale:

69497

# Good or Great Deals:

220

Kia K5 Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

8.0 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10

Kia K5 Scores & Rankings

Overall Score:

Not available

Reliability:

Not available

Retained Value:

8.0 / 10

Safety:

8.0 / 10



iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 Kia K5 LXS

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Cars)

7.3

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Cars)

3.8 - 9.6

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:

iSeeCars Reliability Insights for 2021 Kia K5 GT-Line

Remaining Life Expectancy (years):

Typical Category Remaining Life Expectancy:
(Midsize Cars)

7.3

Category Remaining Life Expectancy Range:
(Midsize Cars)

3.8 - 9.6

Chance of Reaching 200k Miles for a New Car:



Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

7.436535366986939

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)

3.9

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)

1.6 - 10.0

Expected 30-year Lifetime Recalls

Expected Lifetime Recalls:

7.436535366986939

Typical Category Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)

3.9

Category Range for Recalls:
(Midsize Cars)

1.6 - 10.0

Kia K5 Rankings

Best Midsize Cars for Tall People

1 / 13

Most Comfortable Midsize Cars

1 / 13

Midsize Cars with the Most Horsepower

5 / 13

Best Gas Mileage Midsize Cars

6 / 13

Midsize Cars with Best Resale Value

6 / 13

Most Affordable Midsize Cars

6 / 7

Safest Midsize Cars

9 / 13

Midsize Cars with the Most Legroom

10 / 13

Kia K5 Rankings

Best Midsize Cars for Tall People

1 / 13

Most Comfortable Midsize Cars

1 / 13

Midsize Cars with the Most Horsepower

5 / 13

Best Gas Mileage Midsize Cars

6 / 13

Midsize Cars with Best Resale Value

6 / 13

Most Affordable Midsize Cars

6 / 7

Safest Midsize Cars

9 / 13

Midsize Cars with the Most Legroom

10 / 13

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Body Styles

Sedan

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Available Drivetrain Options

Gasoline

Other Kia K5 Trim Levels

EX, GT, GT-Line, LX

Other Kia K5 Trim Levels

EX, GT, LX, LXS

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

10 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty Information

Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:

5 years / 60000 miles

Warranty, Powertrain:

10 years / 100000 miles

Warranty, Roadside Assistance:

5 years / 60000 miles

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Safety Ratings

NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Front Crash Overall Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Side Crash Overall Rating:

5 out of 5 Stars

2025 NHTSA Rollover Rating:

4 out of 5 Stars

IIHS Safety Rating:

Not yet available

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

180 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque:

195 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.057 hp per pound

Base Drivetrain Specs

Horsepower:

180 hp @ 5500 rpm

Torque:

195 foot-lbs @ 1500 rpm

Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):

0.056 hp per pound

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

1.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


27 / 37 / 31

Range (city/hwy):

427 / 585 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Engine Specifications

Engine Size:

1.6 liters

Engine Configuration:

Inline

Number of Cylinders:

4

Transmission:

Automatic

Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:

FWD / AWD

EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):


27 / 37 / 31

Range (city/hwy):

427 / 585 miles

Recommended Fuel Type:

Regular Unleaded

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

N/A

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Seats

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

N/A

Massage Seats:

N/A

Navigation System:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Parking Sensors:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Satellite radio:

N/A

Sunroof/Moonroof:

N/A

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

N/A

Standard/Optional Features

Alloy wheels:

Standard

Android Auto:

Standard

Apple CarPlay:

Standard

Bench Seats:

Standard

Bluetooth:

Standard

Keyless Entry:

Standard

Keyless Ignition:

Standard

Power Lift Gate:

Standard

Power outlet:

Standard

Roadside assistance:

Standard

Voice Recognition:

Standard

Adaptive Cruise Control:

Available

Air Suspension:

N/A

Automatic Parking:

N/A

Captain's seat:

N/A

Cooled/Ventilated Seats:

N/A

Front Bench Seats:

N/A

Heated Seats

N/A

Heated Steering Wheel:

N/A

Internet Radio:

N/A

Leather Upholstery:

Standard

Massage Seats:

N/A

Navigation System:

N/A

Paddle Shifters:

N/A

Panoramic Sunroof/Moonroof

N/A

Parking Sensors:

N/A

Quad Seats:

N/A

Roof Rack:

N/A

Satellite radio:

N/A

Sunroof/Moonroof:

Available

Trailer Hitch:

N/A

Wifi:

N/A

Wireless Smartphone Charging:

Available

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Safety Features

Backup camera:

Standard

Blind Spot Monitoring:

Standard

Driver Attention Monitoring:

Standard

Forward Collision Warning:

Standard

Lane Departure Warning:

Standard

Lane Keeping Assist:

Standard

Pedestrian Detection:

Standard

Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:

Standard

Rear Seat Reminder:

Standard

360-Degree Camera:

N/A

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

40.2 inches

Front Leg Room:

46.1 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

58 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.8 inches

Rear Leg Room:

35.2 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

56.1 inches

Cargo Space:

16 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

105.3 cubic feet

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room:

38.4 inches

Front Leg Room:

46.1 inches

Front Shoulder Room:

58 inches

Rear Head Room:

37.4 inches

Rear Leg Room:

35.2 inches

Rear Shoulder Room:

56.1 inches

Cargo Space:

16 cubic feet

Overall Interior Volume:

105.3 cubic feet

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3148 lbs

Width:

73.2 inches

Height:

56.9 inches

Length:

193.1 inches

Wheelbase:

112.2 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.3 inches

Exterior Dimensions

Curb Weight:

3228 lbs

Width:

73.2 inches

Height:

56.9 inches

Length:

193.1 inches

Wheelbase:

112.2 inches

Ground Clearance:

5.3 inches

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

16.0 x 6.5 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P205/65R16

Standard Wheel/Tire Information

Wheel Size:

18.0 x 7.5 inches

Wheel Type:

painted aluminum alloy

Tire Size:

P235/45R18

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