2022 Kia K5 driving down a city street

2022 Kia K5 Engine Specifications & Performance Ratings

What Engine Comes Standard Inside the 2022 Kia K5?

Drivers interested in the 2022 Kia K5 might be interested in learning more about this sedan’s overall performance and engine specifications. Wondering what engine comes standard inside the 2022 Kia K5? Interested in learning about this sedan’s total system output? Our team here at Matt Castrucci Kia in Dayton, OH has broken down everything drivers need to know about the performance of the 2022 Kia K5.


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The 2022 Kia K5 features two engine options. The first four trim levels, LX, LXS, GT-Line and EX, come standard with a turbocharged, four-cylinder, 1.6-liter engine attached to an eight-speed automatic transmission system. This engine is capable of outputting 180 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque.

The highest trim level of the 2022 Kia K5 is the GT trim, which replaces this standard engine with a sportier powertrain. The 2022 Kia K5 GT comes standard with a turbocharged, four-cylinder, 2.5-liter engine that produces 290 horsepower and 311 pound-feet of torque. Both engine options come standard with front-wheel drive. All-wheel drive is available as an option for LXS and GT-Line configurations.

What Features Come Standard in this Sedan?

The 2022 Kia K5 comes standard with many interior amenities, safety features and technology systems. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto smartphone integration come standard, as well as a six-speaker sound system and an infotainment system with an eight-inch touchscreen display. Driver aids like lane keeping assistance and forward collision mitigation come standard as well.

2022 Kia K5 driving down a snowy road

The 2022 Kia K5 is available for purchase at Matt Castrucci Kia, located at 3013 Mall Park Drive in Dayton, OH. Drivers who are interested in purchasing a 2022 Kia K5 should consider exploring our inventory right here at Matt Castrucci Kia. Drivers can use this page to apply for online pre-approval right here on our website.