Real price data
What should you pay for a 2025 Kia K5?
Original MSRP
$27,190
When new
Fair market price
$28,839
Mileage-adjusted
Where prices land
25th $27,205 · 75th $30,499 · MSRP $27,190
Spread of current 2025 Kia K5 listings · 25th–75th percentile marked.
Negotiating leverage
48
out of 100
moderate leverage
~64 days of national supply and listings typically ~2% above fair price — moderate negotiating leverage.
Ridekick's negotiating-leverage score blends national Market Day Supply with how far listings sit above the mileage-adjusted fair price. Higher means more room to negotiate.
Market demand & negotiating leverage
64days of supply
Buyer's marketInventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room to negotiate on a 2025 Kia K5.
National Market Day Supply — how long it would take to sell the current used 2025 Kia K5 inventory at the recent sales rate (lower means it sells faster). Source: MarketCheck.
Estimated dealer cost (invoice)
$25,015–$26,102
Estimated dealer invoice — about $27,190 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% manufacturer margin.
An estimate, not a sourced figure. Actual dealer invoice varies with manufacturer incentives, holdback, and regional pricing.
Fair price by trim
| Trim | Fair price | MSRP | Est. dealer cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| GT-Line | $28,616 | $27,990 | $25,751–$26,870 |
| LXS | $28,671 | $27,190 | $25,015–$26,102 |
| EX | $28,683 | $34,490 | $31,731–$33,110 |
| GT | $31,801 | $33,090 | $30,443–$31,766 |
- GT-Line
- $28,616
- LXS
- $28,671
- EX
- $28,683
- GT
- $31,801
Out-the-door price by state
Out-the-door for a 2025 Kia K5 runs about $29,150 in MT to $31,777 in NJ — fair price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical dealer doc fee.
| State | Sales/use tax | Doc + title + reg | Out-the-door |
|---|---|---|---|
| CA | $2,091 | $110+ | $31,040 |
| TX | $1,802 | $332 | $30,973 |
| FL | $1,730 | $1,074+ | $31,643 |
| NY | $1,154 | $371 | $30,364 |
| PA | $1,730 | $587 | $31,156 |
| IL | $1,802 | $683 | $31,324 |
| OH | $1,658 | $444 | $30,941 |
| GA | $2,019 | $637 | $31,495 |
| NC | $865 | $793 | $30,497 |
| WA | $1,875 | $215+ | $30,929 |
| OR | $0 | $525 | $29,364 |
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
23
MPG city
33
MPG highway
27
MPG combined
EPA-estimated fuel economy for a representative 2025 Kia K5 configuration (Regular).
Safety & recalls
2 open NHTSA recalls on record for the 2025 Kia K5.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2025 K5 vehicles. A software error in the Power-net Domain Controller (PDC) may cause the parking lights to flicker. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Remedy: The PDC software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 24, 2025. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC341.
Campaign 25V351000 · 27/05/2025
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
Source: NHTSA. Contact your dealer to schedule a free recall repair.
Frequently asked questions
What is a fair price for a 2025 Kia K5?
A fair, mileage-adjusted price is about $28,839, within a typical market range of $27,205 to $30,499.
What is the out-the-door price of a 2025 Kia K5?
Out-the-door (price plus state tax, title, registration, and a typical doc fee) runs about $29,150 in MT to $31,777 in NJ, depending on your state. Local taxes can add more.
Is now a good time to buy a 2025 Kia K5?
There are about 64 days of national market supply for the 2025 Kia K5 — Inventory is moving slowly, so buyers typically have more room to negotiate on a 2025 Kia K5.
How much can you negotiate on a 2025 Kia K5?
Negotiating leverage rates 48/100 (moderate). ~64 days of national supply and listings typically ~2% above fair price — moderate negotiating leverage.
What does the dealer pay for a 2025 Kia K5?
The estimated dealer cost (invoice) is roughly $25,015–$26,102 — its $27,190 MSRP minus a typical 4–8% margin. An estimate; actual invoice varies.
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Prices are computed from live market listings, adjusted for mileage, and aggregated by trim · updated 7/12/2026. Estimates only; your price depends on condition, options, and location.