Kia K5 Vehicle Class & EPA Size Category
The EPA classifies the 2027 Kia K5 as a Large Cars, a rating based on body style and interior volume.
Latest model year (2027):
The Kia K5 is classified by the EPA as a Large Cars.
Kia K5 Vehicle Class — All Years
| Year | Trim | Vehicle Class | Drive | Fuel Type | MPG Comb. |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2027 | Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 27 |
| 2027 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2027 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Large Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 27 |
| 2027 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2026 | Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 27 |
| 2026 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2026 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2026 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Large Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 27 |
| 2025 | Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 27 |
| 2025 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Large Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 27 |
| 2025 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2025 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 30 |
| 2024 | Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 27 |
| 2024 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Large Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 28 |
| 2024 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 31 |
| 2023 | Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 27 |
| 2023 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 31 |
| 2023 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Large Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 28 |
| 2022 | Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 27 |
| 2022 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Large Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 28 |
| 2022 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 32 |
| 2022 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 31 |
| 2021 | Auto (AM-S8), 4 cyl, 2.5 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 27 |
| 2021 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 32 |
| 2021 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Large Cars | All-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 29 |
| 2021 | Auto (S8), 4 cyl, 1.6 L | Large Cars | Front-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 31 |
Data sourced from fueleconomy.gov (U.S. Department of Energy). MPG figures are EPA-tested. Fuel costs are estimates based on average fuel prices and 15,000 miles/year.
Kia K5 Vehicle Class FAQ
What class of vehicle is the Kia K5?
The EPA classifies the Kia K5 as a Large Cars. This classification is based on interior volume and body style and affects how its fuel economy is compared with other vehicles.
Is the Kia K5 considered a small or large vehicle?
Based on its EPA class (Large Cars), the Kia K5 is grouped with vehicles of similar size and interior volume. The class can change between model years when the body is redesigned.