Midsize Sedan · 290-HP K5 GT, Ready to Order Now
2026 Kia K5
Starting at $27,490 MSRP* · 5-Star NHTSA Overall · Available AWD
Crisp exterior styling, a driver-oriented cockpit, and real value from top to bottom of the lineup: a 191-hp engine as the standard, AWD offered on GT-Line, and a genuinely orderable 290-hp turbocharged GT — get sedan performance without needing to step into an SUV. Every new K5 at Dean McCrary Kia Hattiesburg comes backed by upfront pricing and factory warranty.
Awards & Safety, Honestly
An IIHS Top Safety Pick isn’t among this generation’s honors — we’d rather tell you that upfront, alongside what it has genuinely earned.
NHTSA
5-Star Overall Rating
The 2026 K5 took NHTSA’s best possible overall safety score.
Standard on Every Trim
17 Driver-Assist Features
From LXS clear up to GT, Kia’s entire collision-avoidance and driver-assist suite ships standard on every K5.
Kelley Blue Book
Highest-Rated Midsize Cars List
An editorial nod rather than a formal award, but KBB does count the K5 among its top-rated midsize sedans.
Dean McCrary Exclusive
Factory Warranty, Included
Free 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain coverage rides along on top of Kia’s 10-year/100,000-mile factory warranty for every new K5 here.
⚠ Here’s the honest IIHS picture: a Poor score on the updated moderate overlap front test keeps this generation of K5 out of Top Safety Pick or Top Safety Pick+ territory. Small overlap front lands at Good, and side impact rates Marginal. See the FAQ section below for the complete rundown.
The Complete Price Ladder
Here's the starting MSRP for each 2026 K5 trim, from LXS all the way to the range-topping EX.
2026 K5 — MSRP*
LXS (FWD)$27,490
GT-Line (FWD)$28,490
GT-Line (AWD)$30,090
GT (FWD)$33,590
EX (FWD)$34,990
Destination and delivery of $1,245 is extra. GT-Line is the sole trim offering AWD; both GT and EX come FWD only.
One Lineup, Two Personalities
The standard 191-hp 2.5L engine and 8-speed automatic cover LXS, GT-Line, and EX alike. Moving up to the GT swaps that for a 290-hp turbocharged 2.5L paired with an 8-speed wet dual-clutch — a real production trim you can actually buy, not some delayed-halo promise.
Everyday Power, or 290-HP GT Thrills
A smooth standard four-cylinder covers most of the range; the turbocharged GT is where you go for real performance.
2.5L GDI — LXS, GT-Line & EX
Power191 hp
Torque181 lb-ft
Transmission8-Speed Automatic
EPA MPG (FWD)Up to 26 / 37 / 30
EPA MPG (GT-Line AWD)24 / 33 / 27
Standard equipment on LXS, GT-Line, and EX; the FWD LXS tops out at 37 mpg highway.
2.5L Turbo GDI — GT
Power290 hp
Torque311 lb-ft
Transmission8-Speed Wet Dual-Clutch
EPA MPG23 / 33 / 27
0–60 mph (est.)~5.4 seconds
Class-leading horsepower, front-wheel drive only, with sport-tuned suspension and paddle shifters included.
Sport-Tuned Styling
K5 GT & GT-Line
Pick sportier looks, or actual 290-hp performance — neither one is vaporware, and both are sitting on our lot.
Sport Styling · FWD or AWD
GT-Line
- New 18-inch gloss-black wheels for 2026
- Driver-focused interior with available red upholstery
- Optional AWD adds extra traction and control
- Same 191-hp 2.5L engine as LXS and EX
290-HP Performance · FWD
GT
- 290-hp turbocharged 2.5L, 8-speed wet dual-clutch
- Sport-tuned suspension and rack-and-pinion steering
- Paddle shifters and a quad-tip dual exhaust
- Ready to order right now — front-wheel drive only
Torn on a trim? · Two minutes, tops
A few quick questions will point you toward the right K5.
01 · What matters most?
02 · Where do you drive?
03 · Budget flexibility?
Once all three are answered, we'll surface your recommended trim — and its price is just one more tap away.
Your match
K5
Why Hattiesburg Buys Its K5 at Dean McCrary Kia
No Games
Upfront, Transparent Pricing
The number we quote is the number you pay — there are no dealer addendums and nothing extra tacked on when you sign.
5-Year / 60,000-Mile Basic Warranty
Every new Kia is also covered by a 5-year/60,000-mile limited basic warranty and 5-year/60,000-mile roadside assistance — bumper-to-bumper peace of mind from the day you drive off.
Learn More Trade UpReal Trade-In Values
Get a solid trade value on your current ride in minutes, entirely online, then apply it toward your new K5.
Every Credit TierFinancing That Fits
First-time buyer or excellent credit, either way our finance team canvasses every lender to land your best possible rate.
Questions About the K5?
Deciding between trims, wondering what the GT actually delivers, or curious what's sitting on our lot? Reach a Kia product specialist — honest answers, zero pressure, no obligation.
✓
Got it — we've received your question!
Look for a follow-up soon from one of our Kia product specialists.
Rather speak with someone now? Call our sales team.
2026 K5 FAQs
How Much Does the 2026 Kia K5 Cost?⌄
The LXS opens the 2026 K5 range at $27,490 MSRP, running up to $34,990 for the top-of-line EX, both before the $1,245 destination charge; the performance-minded GT starts at $33,590. For an actual number, look at live K5 inventory, which reflects today's offers already.
What’s New on the 2026 K5?⌄
2026 brings mostly carryover changes. New 18-inch gloss-black wheels and an available red interior land on GT-Line, and the GT loses its “GT” brake caliper branding. Otherwise, the lineup, engines, and price structure hold over from 2025 with small bumps.
Which 2026 K5 Trim Is the Best Value?⌄
Look at the GT-Line: sporty 18-inch gloss-black wheels and a driver-focused cabin for just a small premium over base LXS pricing, available in FWD or AWD. Prioritizing comfort instead? The EX brings ventilated front seats and Digital Key 2.0.
Is the 2026 Kia K5 a Top Safety Pick?⌄
It isn't, and we'd rather be direct about it. This generation of K5 scores Poor on the IIHS moderate overlap front test, which rules out a Top Safety Pick or Top Safety Pick+ designation. On the plus side, it carries a 5-Star overall NHTSA rating along with 17 standard collision-avoidance and driver-assist features.
How Fast Is the Kia K5 GT?⌄
Its turbocharged 2.5L is rated at a segment-leading 290 hp and 311 lb-ft of torque, running through an 8-speed wet dual-clutch, and independent testers have clocked roughly 5.4 seconds to 60 mph. Orders are open right now — front-wheel drive only. Shop K5 GT inventory.
Where Can I Buy a 2026 K5 Near Hattiesburg, MS?⌄
Head to Dean McCrary Kia at 7124 US Hwy 98, situated exactly where Hattiesburg’s highways converge — I-59, US-49, US-98, and US-11 — convenient to Pine Belt shoppers from Petal, Oak Grove, Purvis, Sumrall, and Columbia. Every new K5 comes with upfront pricing and factory warranty.
Your 2026 K5 Is In Stock
The lineup runs from LXS all the way to the range-topping EX, including the 290-hp GT — look through live inventory or send a product specialist any question.
*MSRP doesn't include the $1,245 destination and handling charge, taxes, title, license, or dealer fees. GT-Line AWD adds $1,600. Offers and pricing are subject to change — confirm current pricing with the dealer. This K5 generation has not earned an IIHS Top Safety Pick or Top Safety Pick+ designation (Poor moderate overlap front rating).
2026 Kia K5 For Sale Near Hattiesburg, MS — Dean McCrary Kia
Right at the Hub City crossroads in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, Dean McCrary Kia keeps the 2026 Kia K5 midsize sedan stocked for buyers across the Pine Belt — Forrest, Lamar, Covington, and Perry counties, along with Petal, Oak Grove, Purvis, Columbia, Laurel, Ellisville, Sumrall, Wiggins, and Lumberton nearby. Bold styling, an available AWD option, a standard 191-hp 2.5L engine, and a genuinely orderable 290-hp turbocharged GT all live under the K5 name.
2026 K5 Trims
The lineup spans LXS, GT-Line (FWD or AWD), GT, and EX, with MSRP ranging $27,490 to $34,990 before destination.
K5 Safety
NHTSA gives the 2026 K5 a 5-Star overall rating, and 17 driver-assist features come standard. IIHS rates its moderate overlap front test Poor, which keeps this generation out of Top Safety Pick or Top Safety Pick+ territory — our team can walk you through the full breakdown.