New Honda Accord vs Kia K5 Midsize Car Comparison - Raleigh, NC

Are you shopping for a new midsize sedan or family car to take on the North Carolina streets? If so, there's a lot of great options in the market. We know it can be overwhelming and information overload to find the perfect new car for you. Our professional team is here to break down the Kia K5 car and the Honda Accord car to make the decision making process a little clearer.

Fred Anderson Kia of Raleigh is here to do a rundown of the Honda Accord vs Kia K5. See how Kia compares to the competition. We'll touch on price points, seating capacity, features, trim levels, and more. Let's get started!

The Kia K5 price comes in lower than the Honda Accord. The 2022 Kia K5 has a starting MSRP $23,790* while the 2022 Honda Accord will cost drivers more with a starting MSRP of $26,120*. If cost is your deciding factor, the Kia K5 is your best option in the Honda vs Kia debate.

With gas prices on the rise, we know that MPG is an important factor in the new car decision. Both the Kia K5 and the Honda Accord get an estimated 38 highway MPG*. The high MPG estimates for both midsize sedans keep you on the road longer - and away from the gas pumps. 

Having a vehicle that exactly fits your driving needs and lifestyle is important. The 2022 Kia K5 has seven trims available and seven exterior color options to fit what you're looking for in a new sedan. New Kia K5 trim levels include: 

1. Kia K5 LX with 8 inch touchscreen display, remote keyless entry, and 8-speed automatic transmission
2. Kia K5 LXS FWD with smart key push to start/remote start feature, 16-inch alloy wheels, and smart trunk
3. Kia K5 LXS AWD with All-Wheel Drive (AWD) w/ Electronically-Controlled Transfer Case, 18-inch alloy wheels, and 8 inch touchscreen display
4. Kia K5 GT-Line FWD with 18-inch alloy wheels in gloss black machine finish, rear camera with dynamic parking guidance, and 10.25 inch touchscreen display with navigation
5. Kia K5 GT-Line AWD with All-Wheel Drive (AWD) w/ Electronically-Controlled Transfer Case, wireless phone charger, and 18-inch alloy wheels in gloss black machine finish
6. Kia K5 EX with 18-inch alloy wheels in gray machine finish, 10.25 inch touchscreen display with navigation, and panoramic sunroof with LED interior lighting
7. Kia K5 GT with 19-inch alloy wheels with Pirelli® P-ZERO™ all-season tires, 10.25 inch touchscreen display with navigation, and rear camera with dynamic parking guidance

The Kia K5 has a proven track record of excellence. The 2022 Kia K5 has a 2021 IIHS TOP SAFETY PICK+ rating.* Kia also comes with a best-in-class warranty with the industry leading 10-year/100,000 mile warranty.* Honda's warranty doesn't quite measure up with 5 years/60,000 miles powertrain warranty. 

Let's break down the interior dimensions on the midsize sedan Kia K5. The K5 car offers 16 cubic feet in cargo volume. This makes it a manageable size vehicle that still has room for anything you want to tote along on your drive. The K5 also offers over 46 inches in legroom for front seats and over 35 inches of legroom for rear passengers. Drivers and passengers alike will also appreciate the ample trunk space in the Kia K5. 

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K5 MSRP: 

"Starting MSRP" price is manufacturer's suggested retail price (MSRP) for lowest model trim. MSRP excludes destination and handling charges, taxes, title, license, options, and dealer charges. Actual price set by dealer and may vary. See "Build and Price" section for MSRP of model shown and applicable destination and handling charges. Vehicles shown with optional equipment. Some color, package, and option selections may include, exclude, or require the purchase of additional options and packages. See "Features & Specifications" and "Options" pages for details. Kia America, Inc. reserves the right to make changes at any time as to vehicle availability, destination, and handling fees, colors, materials, specifications, features, accessories, packages, and models. All exterior and interior images and specifications contained on this website are based on latest product information available at the time of posting and may vary slightly from actual product. See retailer for details.

Honda MSRP: MSRP excluding tax, license, registration, $1,225 destination charge and accessories. Dealer prices may vary. MSRP does not include $395 charge for premium colors.

K5 MPG: EPA fuel economy estimates. Actual mileage will vary with options, driving conditions, driving habits, and your vehicle's condition.

Accord MPG: 30 city/38 highway/33 combined mpg rating for LX and EX-L. 29 city/35 highway/32 combined mpg rating for Sport 1.5T and Special Edition. 22 city/32 highway/26 combined mpg rating for Sport 2.0T and Touring 2.0T. 48 city/47 highway/47 combined mpg rating for Hybrid and Hybrid EX-L. 44 city/41 highway/43 combined mpg rating for Hybrid Sport and Touring. Based on 2022 EPA mileage ratings. Use for comparison purposes only. Your mileage will vary depending on how you drive and maintain your vehicle, driving conditions, battery-pack age/condition (hybrid trims) and other factors.

IIHS: For more information go to https://www.iihs.org/ratings.

Warranty: The Kia 10-year/100,000-mile warranty program includes various warranties and roadside assistance. Warranties include powertrain and New Vehicle Limited Warranty (Basic). All warranties and roadside assistance are limited. See retailer for details or go to kia.com.