Kia K5 vs. Nissan Altima
When comparing the Kia K5's and the Nissan Altima's specifications and ratings, the Kia K5 has the advantage in the areas of resale value and interior volume. The Nissan Altima has the advantage in the areas of new vehicle base pricing, typical lower range of pricing for one- to five-year-old used cars, and fuel efficiency and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the Kia K5's and the Nissan Altima's specifications and ratings, the Nissan Altima is a better car than the Kia K5.
Kia K5 vs. Nissan Altima Pricing
A used 2024 Kia K5 ranges from $26,850 to $36,995 while a used 2024 Nissan Altima is priced between $24,885 to $35,713. For a new model, the Kia K5's price is between $27,135 and $37,299, with the Nissan Altima priced between $26,669 and $36,607.
Kia K5 vs. Nissan Altima Resale/Retained Value
Looking at the 5-year depreciation rate for both models, the Kia K5 loses 46.8 percent of its value and the Nissan Altima loses 48.9 percent of its value. This means the Kia K5 retains 2 percentage points more of its value and has the advantage of higher resale value versus the Nissan Altima.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the Kia K5’s base engine makes 180 horsepower, and the Nissan Altima base engine makes 188 horsepower. The K5 is rated to deliver an average of 31 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 585 miles. The Altima is rated to deliver an average of 32 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 632 miles. This gives the Nissan Altima the fuel efficiency and maximum range advantage over the Kia K5. Both models use regular unleaded.
Passenger Space Comparison
While both models are midsize cars, the Kia K5 has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, front leg room, rear head room, and cargo space. The Nissan Altima has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and rear shoulder room. The Kia K5 and Nissan Altima are comparable in regards to rear leg room.
Safety Ratings Comparison
When comparing crash test ratings from NHTSA, both the Kia K5 and the Nissan Altima have the same average safety rating of 5 out of 5 Stars.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
27135 - 37299
Used Asking Price:
26850 - 36995
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.46846
Pricing
New Asking Price:
26669 - 36607
Used Asking Price:
24885 - 35713
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.488815
Kia K5 Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.1 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Nissan Altima Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
8.304271 / 10
Reliability:
8.212815 / 10
Retained Value:
6.7 / 10
Safety:
10.0 / 10
Kia K5 Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
1 out of / 13Ranking
3 out of / 9Ranking
4 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 13Ranking
10 out of / 13Nissan Altima Rankings
Ranking
2 out of / 13Ranking
4 out of / 9Ranking
5 out of / 13Ranking
5 out of / 6Ranking
5 out of / 5Ranking
6 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 13Ranking
7 out of / 13Ranking
9 out of / 13Ranking
13 out of / 13Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Body Styles
Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Available Drivetrain Options
Gasoline
Kia K5 Trim Levels
EX, GT, GT-Line, LXS
Nissan Altima Trim Levels
2.0 SR, 2.5 S, 2.5 SL, 2.5 SR, 2.5 SV
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:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
3 years / 36000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
5 out of 5 Stars
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
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 Specifications
Horsepower:
188 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque:
180 foot-lbs @ 3600 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.058 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:
2.5 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Continuously Variable Transmission (CVT Automatic)
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD / AWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
27 / 39 / 32
Range (city/hwy):
437 / 632 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Regular Unleaded
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Standard
Apple Car Play:
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Standard/Optional Features
Android Auto:
Available
Apple Car Play:
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Adaptive Cruise Control:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Heated Seats
Available
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
Available
Safety Equipment
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 Equipment
Blind Spot Monitoring:
Standard
Driver Attention Monitoring:
Standard
Forward Collision Warning:
Standard
Lane Departure Warning:
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist:
Available
Pedestrian Detection:
Standard
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
Standard
Rear Seat Reminder:
Standard
360-Degree Camera:
Available
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:
121.3 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.2 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.8 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
58.2 inches
Rear Head Room:
36.9 inches
Rear Leg Room:
35.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
57.1 inches
Cargo Space:
15.4 cubic feet
Overall Interior Volume:
100.6 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:
3253 lbs
Width:
72.9 inches
Height:
56.7 inches
Length:
192.9 inches
Wheelbase:
111.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
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:
16.0 x 7.0 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P215/60R16