2022 Kia K5 GT & GT-Line
The popular Kia K5 luxury sedan has been updated for 2022! There are seven available trims you’ll be able to choose from for your Kearny Mesa rides, but it’s the GT and GT-Line configurations that really stand out this year. These two trims both offer exceptional performance and unique features at an affordable price, but how do they stack up to each other? Kearny Mesa Kia has everything you need to know in the guide below.
2022 Kia K5 GT vs. GT-Line: Specs
When it comes to specs, the 2022 Kia K5 GT outmatches the GT-Line with a more powerful engine, but the GT-Line is more budget friendly with a price tag of around $5,000 less. If you aren’t on a budget and you’re looking for strong performance specs to take you around San Diego and beyond, the GT is the one for you! Both trims come with the same footprint and interior dimensions, featuring plenty of passenger and cargo space, as well as a smooth 8-speed transmission to complement the engine. The GT-Line also comes in an all-wheel drive option if you’d like.
Here are some key specs for both trim levels:
2022 Kia K5 GT-Line: MSRP from $26,190
- 1.6L turbo 4-cylinder engine
- 180 hp, 195 lb-ft of torque
- 8-speed automatic transmission
- Passenger volume: 105.3 cubic feet
- Cargo volume: 16 cubic feet
2022 Kia K5 GT: MSRP from $31,090
- 2.5L turbo 4-cylinder engine
- 290 hp, 311 lb-ft of torque
- 8-speed dual clutch transmission with paddle shifters
- Passenger volume: 105.3 cubic feet
- Cargo volume: 16 cubic feet
2022 Kia K5 GT vs. GT-Line: Features & Benefits
Both the 2022 Kia K5 GT and GT-Line offer impressive features inside and outside the cabin. The GT pulls ahead a bit with a sport-tuned suspension designed for an upgraded ride, but both models are equipped with advanced technology inside the cabin and luxury appointments to make your drives comfortable.
2022 Kia K5 GT-Line Features:
- 18-inch alloy wheels with gloss black machine finish
- GT-Line sport grille
- 10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel
- LED multi-reflector headlights, fog lights, and rear Lights
- 10-way power driver’s seat w/power lumbar
2022 Kia K5 GT Features:
- Sport-tuned suspension
- 19-inch alloy wheels with Pirelli® P-ZERO™ all-season tires
- 10-way power heated front seats
- Wireless phone charging
- 10.25-inch infotainment touchscreen
- Apple CarPlay and Android Auto capability
- Panoramic sunroof w/LED interior lighting
Explore the Kia K5 with Kearny Mesa Kia
If you have any questions about the 2022 Kia K5 lineup, including the GT and GT-Line trims, our team is happy to help. Just contact our office or stop by our dealership and we’ll give you more information on this all-new lineup of luxury sedans. You can also set up a test drive around San Diego if you want to see how the Kia K5 handles on the road! Be sure to check out our finance center for helpful resources if you want to bring a K5 home for yourself.
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