Above Average Reliability

2024 Kia K5 Pre-Purchase Inspection Checklist

DL3 ยท 1.6L T-GDI I4 (180hp) / 2.5L T-GDI I4 (290hp GT) ยท $24,000 - $34,000

Known Issues โ€” 2024 Kia K5

MODERATE

1.6L T-GDI turbo oil consumption in some units

MODERATE

2.5L T-GDI (GT model) engine oil pressure warnings at high RPM

MODERATE

IVT CVT transmission hesitation under light throttle

MODERATE

8-speed DCT (GT) shudder in slow traffic

MINOR

Infotainment software connectivity and update issues

MINOR

Rear bumper paint susceptible to stone chips

What to Inspect

  • Oil level and turbo oil consumption records
  • CVT smoothness in city traffic
  • GT DCT shudder during parking maneuvers
  • 2.5T oil pressure at operating temperature
  • Infotainment system and CarPlay/Android Auto
  • Scan for all stored fault codes

Expected Maintenance Costs

ServiceIntervalCost
Oil change (synthetic)every 7,500 miles$60-$90
CVT/DCT fluid serviceevery 30,000-60,000 miles$150-$300
Spark plugsevery 60,000 miles$80-$150
Brake fluid flushevery 3 years$70-$110
Air filterevery 15,000-30,000 miles$20-$45
Coolant flushevery 5 years$90-$140
Cabin air filterevery 15,000-30,000 miles$20-$40

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