Real price data

What should you pay for a 2023 Kia K5?

Original MSRP

$25,290

When new

Fair market price

$24,705

Mileage-adjusted

Below MSRP

$585

A fair used price

Where prices land

$16,993Fair price $24,705$31,895

25th $22,328 · 75th $26,279 · MSRP $25,290

Spread of current 2023 Kia K5 listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.

Fair price by trim

TrimFair priceMSRPEst. dealer cost
LXS$22,045$25,290
EX$24,675$28,990
GT-Line$25,343$26,490
GT$27,604$31,690
LXS
$22,045
EX
$24,675
GT-Line
$25,343
GT
$27,604

Out-the-door price by state

Out-the-door for a 2023 Kia K5 runs about $25,016 in MT to $27,369 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.

StateSales/use taxDoc + title + regOut-the-door
CA$1,791$110+$26,606
TX$1,544$332$26,581
FL$1,482$1,074+$27,261
NY$988$371$26,064
PA$1,482$587$26,774
IL$1,544$683$26,932
OH$1,421$444$26,570
GA$1,729$637$27,071
NC$741$793$26,239
WA$1,606$215+$26,526
OR$0$525$25,230

Estimates using each state's base tax rate. Local (city/county) taxes can add 1–3% in many areas, dealer doc fees vary, and some states base registration on vehicle value or weight (shown with a "+"). Trade-in tax credits are not included.

Out-the-door price by state: California, Texas, Florida, New York, Pennsylvania, Illinois, Ohio, Georgia, North Carolina, Washington, Oregon

Fuel economy

24

MPG city

32

MPG highway

27

MPG combined

EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2023 Kia K5 configuration (Regular).

Safety & recalls

4 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2023 Kia K5.

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Kia Motors, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Sorento and 2021-2023 K5 vehicles. The vehicle's "fail-safe" limited-mobility drive mode may be impaired, when prompted by a transmission oil pump malfunction, which can result in a complete loss of drive power.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, as necessary. Dealers will also update the transmission control unit software. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 9, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC250.

Campaign 22V760000 · 11/10/2022

AIR BAGS:SIDE/WINDOW:CURTAIN

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 K5 vehicles. The side curtain air bags may have been installed incorrectly, causing them not to deploy properly in the event of a crash.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and reinstall the side curtain air bags, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 7, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC263.

Campaign 23V149000 · 07/03/2023

STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023-2025 K5 vehicles. The left and right rear window trim pieces may loosen and detach.

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the C-pillar trim assemblies, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 19, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC346.

Campaign 25V493000 · 28/07/2025

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2024 K5 vehicles. A damaged check valve can allow air to enter the fuel tank, causing it to expand and contact hot exhaust components, melting the tank.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the check valve. The fuel tank will be inspected for damage and replaced as necessary. All repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 16, 2026. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC356. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 1, 2025.

Campaign 25V794000 · 17/11/2025

Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.

Frequently asked questions

What is a fair price for a 2023 Kia K5?

A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $24,705, within a typical market range of $22,328 to $26,279.

Is the 2023 Kia K5 cheaper than MSRP?

Yes — its original MSRP was about $25,290, so a fair used price is roughly $585 below MSRP.

What is the out-the-door price of a 2023 Kia K5?

Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $25,016 in MT to $27,369 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.

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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 6/21/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.