Kia K5 EX performance summary
The 2026 Kia K5 EX makes 180 hp and 264 Nm of torque. It runs 0-100 km/h in 7.8s, about 7.3s from 0-60 mph, and reaches a listed top speed of 137 mph (220 km/h). In the Carspeed quarter-mile simulation, it covers 402 m in 15.63s.
On Carspeed's data it is relaxed — quicker off the line than 35% of the cars in our database, with more power than 26% of them and a higher top speed than 55%. That works out to roughly 158 per horsepower at list price.
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How the Kia K5 EX ranks against 1,484 cars
Kia K5 EX vs its closest rivals
| Car | HP | 0–100 | Top speed | 1/4 mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kia K5 EX | 180 | 7.8s | 220 km/h | 15.63s |
| Kia K5 GT-Line | 180 | 7.8s | 220 km/h | 15.63s |
| Volkswagen Golf Variant Alltrack | 175 | 7.8s | 220 km/h | 15.63s |
| Volkswagen Golf Variant TDI | 167 | 7.8s | 220 km/h | 15.63s |
| Volkswagen Passat Alltrack TDI | 190 | 8.0s | 220 km/h | 15.79s |
| Volkswagen Passat Alltrack | 215 | 7.8s | 220 km/h | 15.63s |
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Kia K5 EX FAQ
What is the Kia K5 EX 0-60 mph time?
The Kia K5 EX does 0-60 mph in about 7.3s, based on its 7.8s 0-100 km/h figure.
What is the top speed of the Kia K5 EX?
The listed top speed is 137 mph, or 220 km/h.
How much horsepower does the Kia K5 EX have?
The Kia K5 EX is listed at 180 hp with 264 Nm of torque.
What is the Kia K5 EX quarter-mile time?
Carspeed estimates the Kia K5 EX quarter-mile at 15.63s over 402 m using its published performance data.
What cars are similar to the Kia K5 EX?
Similar performance rivals include Kia K5 GT-Line, Volkswagen Golf Variant Alltrack, Volkswagen Golf Variant TDI.