Certified Pre-owned Kia K5 For Sale
Plaza Kia keeps Kia Certified Pre-Owned K5s on the lot at 2746 Nostrand Avenue. It is Kia's midsize sedan, inspected and backed by Kia, so you get near-new peace of mind in a roomy, sporty sedan with available all-wheel drive at a pre-owned price, and here is what certification adds and which K5 to pick.
What a certified K5 gets you
Every Kia Certified Pre-Owned K5 passes a 165-point inspection by a Kia-trained technician and restores Kia's 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain limited warranty from its original in-service date, plus 1 year or 12,000 miles of Platinum Coverage, roadside assistance, and a CARFAX report. Certification covers Kias up to six years old with under 80,000 miles, so you will find certified K5s with the original 2021 to 2024 design as well as refreshed 2025 and newer models.
| Retail | $28,800 |
| Recently discounted | -$1,300 |
| Doc fee | $175 |
| Plaza Price | $27,675 |
| Retail | $27,500 |
| Recently discounted | -$1,900 |
| Doc fee | $175 |
| Plaza Price | $25,775 |
| Retail | $25,000 |
| Recently discounted | -$3,100 |
| Doc fee | $175 |
| Plaza Price | $22,075 |
| Retail | $26,500 |
| Recently discounted | -$2,200 |
| Doc fee | $175 |
| Plaza Price | $24,475 |
What Kia Certified Pre-Owned adds
| Benefit | What you get | Why it matters |
|---|---|---|
| Inspection | 165-point inspection by a Kia-trained technician, reconditioning with manufacturer-authorized parts | Problems are found and fixed before you buy, not after |
| Powertrain warranty | 10 years or 100,000 miles, covering the engine, transmission, and related components | Restores the full coverage a second owner would otherwise lose |
| Platinum Coverage | 1 year or 12,000 miles of comprehensive coverage from the purchase date | Electronics, climate, and tech features are protected in year one |
| Roadside and travel | 24-hour roadside assistance, plus towing, rental car, and travel breakdown reimbursement for covered repairs | Help on the BQE or on a road trip without an extra membership |
| History and extras | CARFAX vehicle history report and a 90-day SiriusXM trial | You know the vehicle's past before you sign |
The short version: Kia's 10-year powertrain warranty covers only the first owner, and a regular used K5 drops to 5 years or 60,000 miles. Certification brings the full 10-year or 100,000-mile coverage back and adds a year of Platinum Coverage, and on a K5 that is a few years old, that can mean several extra years of protection compared with buying used.
Which certified K5 to pick
A 2021 to 2024 certified K5 is the value pick, with the original sporty design, a turbocharged engine on most trims, the 290-hp GT, and all-wheel drive on select trims, at the lowest certified price. Trims include LX, LXS, GT-Line, EX, and GT, varying by year.
A 2025 or newer certified K5 brings the refreshed exterior, updated interior and tech, and a 191-horsepower 2.5L engine, with the GT keeping its 290-hp turbo and all-wheel drive offered on the GT-Line. Trims include LXS, GT-Line, GT, and EX. Whatever the year, a GT-Line is the sweet spot for most buyers, and an AWD GT-Line is the one for snowy Brooklyn winters. Always confirm the engine and equipment on the listing.
The honest part: certified is not the cheapest way in, and there is no hybrid K5. If budget comes first and you are comfortable with shorter coverage, a used Kia K5 or a used Kia Optima costs less. Late-model certified K5s can price close to new, so compare against a new K5 with current incentives before you decide. And if fuel economy comes first, a certified Kia Niro Hybrid is the better fit.
What makes it work here
A certified K5 gives you more room than a compact without the size of an SUV, with less risk. Its low, sporty stance stands out in a sea of crossovers, available all-wheel drive handles winter streets, and a GT's 290 horsepower makes highway merges on the Belt Parkway effortless. Kia's collision-avoidance and driver-assist technology takes some stress out of stop-and-go traffic on Flatbush Avenue, and Kia-backed coverage means fewer surprises along the way.
The recognition, briefly
Since replacing the Optima, the K5 has been praised for its bold design, sporty driving character, and value, and the GT's 290-horsepower turbo remains one of the most powerful engines in the midsize sedan class. Kia's certified pre-owned program is known for one of the longest powertrain warranties in the industry, which makes a certified K5 one of the safer pre-owned midsize sedan buys.
Compare the whole segment on one block
Plaza Kia sits inside Plaza Auto Mall, so shopping for a certified K5 does not have to stop at a single brand. The group has operated on Nostrand Avenue since 1975 and brings five brands together, Kia, Toyota, Honda, Hyundai, and Acura, each with its own certified pre-owned program, with more than 1,000 vehicles within a seven-minute walk. Line a certified K5 up against a certified Honda Accord at Plaza Honda, a certified Toyota Camry at Plaza Toyota, a certified Hyundai Sonata at Plaza Hyundai, or a certified Acura Integra at Acura of Brooklyn, all in one visit with one trade appraisal and one finance office.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a certified pre-owned Kia K5 cost?
It depends on model year, trim, drivetrain, and mileage. A Kia Certified Pre-Owned K5 typically costs somewhat more than a comparable used K5 and less than a new one, which starts at $27,490 for the 2026 LXS before destination. The inventory above shows live prices for every certified K5 on the lot.
What does Kia Certified Pre-Owned include?
A 165-point inspection by a Kia-trained technician, a 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain limited warranty from the original in-service date, 1 year or 12,000 miles of Platinum Coverage from the purchase date, 24-hour roadside assistance, towing, rental, and travel breakdown benefits, a CARFAX vehicle history report, and a 90-day SiriusXM trial.
Which K5s can be certified?
Kia Certified Pre-Owned covers Kia vehicles up to six years old with under 80,000 miles that pass inspection. The K5 launched for 2021, so both the original 2021 to 2024 models and refreshed 2025 and newer models can qualify, depending on age and mileage.
Why buy a certified K5 instead of a used one?
Mostly for the warranty. Kia's 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty covers only the original owner, and later owners get 5 years or 60,000 miles. Certification restores the full 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain coverage and adds Platinum Coverage and roadside assistance, especially valuable on an older, higher-mileage K5.
Which certified K5 trim should I buy?
For most buyers, a GT-Line, and an AWD GT-Line if you want all-wheel drive for winter. An EX is the comfort pick and a GT delivers 290 horsepower. Engines and equipment changed with the 2025 refresh, so confirm details on each listing.
Does a certified K5 have all-wheel drive?
Some do. All-wheel drive has been offered on select K5 trims, including the GT-Line, while the GT and most other versions are front-wheel drive. Check the individual listing if AWD matters to you.
Is there a certified Kia K5 Hybrid?
No. The K5 has never been offered as a hybrid in the U.S. For a certified hybrid Kia, look at a certified Niro Hybrid, Sportage Hybrid, or Sorento Hybrid.
Can I trade in my current car and finance a certified K5?
Yes to both. You can get pre-approved before you visit, and we will appraise your current car whether or not you buy from us. Certified vehicles may also qualify for special Kia Finance rates when offered.
What is Plaza Auto Mall?
A family-owned Brooklyn dealership group that has operated on Nostrand Avenue since 1975. It brings five new-car brands together, Kia, Toyota, Honda, Hyundai, and Acura, along with certified pre-owned inventory from each and a multibrand used-car operation. More than 1,000 vehicles sit within a seven-minute walk, so you can cross-shop in one visit, with one trade appraisal and one finance office.
Drive a certified Kia K5 in Brooklyn this week
Plaza Kia is at 2746 Nostrand Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11210. Call sales at (877) 545-6543 or service at (877) 545-6665. Free delivery within 25 miles. Service pickup and drop-off across the NYC metro area.
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