Used Kia K5 for sale in Brooklyn, NY
Plaza Kia keeps used Kia K5s on the lot at 2746 Nostrand Avenue, from certified late models to value-priced early years. It is Kia's midsize sedan, roomier than a compact, sportier than most family sedans, and available with all-wheel drive for New York winters, and here is how to pick the right year and trim.
What a used K5 gets you
The K5 replaced the Kia Optima for the 2021 model year, so every used K5 is a relatively recent car. 2021 to 2024 models have the original design and use a turbocharged engine on most trims, while 2025 and newer models bring a refreshed look, an updated interior, and a 191-horsepower 2.5L four-cylinder. The GT has a 290-hp turbo in every year, and all-wheel drive is available on select trims, so choose the year first, then the trim, and compare the live prices below.
| 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 |
Every used K5 year, compared
| Model years | Design and engines | Trims you will see | Best for |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2021–2024 | Original design; turbocharged four-cylinder on most trims, 290-hp turbo on GT; AWD on select trims | LX, LXS, GT-Line, EX, GT (varies by year) | The most midsize sedan for the money |
| 2025 and newer | Refreshed design and interior; 191-hp 2.5L four-cylinder, 290-hp turbo on GT; AWD on GT-Line | LXS, GT-Line, GT, EX | The latest styling and tech for less than new |
Go with a 2021 to 2024 K5 if budget comes first: it offers the same roomy cabin and sporty character at the lowest price. Choose a 2025 or newer model for the refreshed exterior, updated interior, and newer technology. In any year, a GT-Line is the sweet spot for most buyers, an all-wheel-drive GT-Line is the one for snowy Brooklyn winters, an EX is the comfort pick, and a GT is the choice for 290 horsepower. Because engines and equipment changed with the 2025 refresh, always confirm the details on the listing.
Certified or used
A Kia Certified Pre-Owned K5 passes a 165-point inspection and restores powertrain coverage to 10 years or 100,000 miles from its original in-service date, plus 1 year or 12,000 miles of Platinum Coverage and roadside assistance. It costs a bit more than a comparable used K5, and for a car you plan to keep, that protection is usually worth it. Browse certified Kia inventory.
A used K5 is the lowest-cost way in. Every used vehicle at Plaza Kia is priced up front, the No Hassle way, and any remaining Kia factory warranty transfers with the car.
The honest part: Kia's 10-year warranty does not fully transfer, and the K5 is not the most efficient sedan. Kia's 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty covers the original owner only; as a second owner you get 5 years or 60,000 miles from the original sale date, which is why a certified K5 can be worth the premium, especially on an early 2021 or 2022 model. There is no hybrid K5, so if fuel economy comes first, a used Kia Niro Hybrid is the better fit. And if budget matters most, a used Kia Optima usually costs less.
What makes it work here
A used K5 gives you more room than a compact without the size of an SUV, which still matters when you are parallel parking on a Brooklyn block. Its low, sporty stance and fastback roofline stand 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.
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. That combination keeps demand for used K5s steady, which supports resale value when it is your turn to sell or trade.
Compare the whole segment on one block
Plaza Kia sits inside Plaza Auto Mall, so shopping for a used K5 does not have to stop at a single lot. The group has operated on Nostrand Avenue since 1975 and brings five brands together, Kia, Toyota, Honda, Hyundai, and Acura, plus a multibrand used-car operation, with more than 1,000 vehicles within a seven-minute walk. Line a used K5 up against a used Honda Accord at Plaza Honda, a used Toyota Camry at Plaza Toyota, or a used Hyundai Sonata at Plaza Hyundai, all in one visit with one trade appraisal and one finance office.
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Frequently asked questions
How much does a used Kia K5 cost?
It depends on year, trim, drivetrain, mileage, and condition. 2021 to 2024 models are the most affordable, while 2025 and newer K5s come closest to new pricing; a new 2026 K5 starts at $27,490 for the LXS before destination. The inventory above shows live prices for every used K5 on the lot.
What is the best year for a used K5?
It depends on your priority. A 2021 to 2024 K5 offers the most sedan for the money. A 2025 or newer model adds the refreshed exterior, updated interior and tech, and a revised lineup, and it is the better buy if you want the latest design.
Which used K5 trim should I look for?
For most buyers, a GT-Line, which adds sportier styling and more features over the base trims, 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. Trim names and equipment differ by year, so confirm details on each listing.
Does a used Kia 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.
Does a used K5 still have Kia's 10-year warranty?
Only partly. Kia's 10-year or 100,000-mile powertrain warranty applies to the original owner; later owners get powertrain coverage of 5 years or 60,000 miles from the original sale date, plus any remaining 5-year or 60,000-mile basic warranty. A Kia Certified Pre-Owned K5 restores powertrain coverage to 10 years or 100,000 miles.
Should I buy a used K5 or a used Optima?
A used K5 gets you a newer design, more technology, and available all-wheel drive. A used Optima usually costs less and is a solid budget choice. If you want a more modern midsize sedan, the K5 is the better fit.
Is there a used Kia K5 Hybrid?
No. The K5 has never been offered as a hybrid in the U.S. For a used hybrid Kia, look at a Niro Hybrid, Sportage Hybrid, or Sorento Hybrid.
Can I trade in my current car and finance a used 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. A current trade often covers a meaningful chunk of the price.
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 used 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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