Does the 2021 Kia K5 need premium gas?
No. Regular.
$0extra a year
- Regular listed for the LX FWD.
- All 7 trims list regular.
- Premium by choice: $225 more a year.
- 60% of 75 sedans (2021) list premium.
12,000 miles a year. Gas $3.20. Premium $0.60 more.
| Trim | Engine | Grade | Mpg | Regular, a year | Premium, a year |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX FWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 32 | $1,200 | $1,425 |
| LXS FWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| GT-Line FWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| LXS AWD | 1.6L | Regular | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| EX FWD | 1.6L 4cyl | Regular | 31 | $1,239 | $1,471 |
| GT-Line AWD | 1.6L | Regular | 29 | $1,324 | $1,572 |
| GT FWD | 2.5L 4cyl | Regular | 27 | $1,422 | $1,689 |
Rivals
| Car | Cheapest trim | Grade |
|---|---|---|
| 2021 Kia K5 | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Hyundai Sonata | SE FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Volkswagen Passat | S FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Honda Insight | LX FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Subaru Legacy | AWD | Regular |
| 2021 Mazda MAZDA6 | Sport FWD | Regular |
| 2021 Nissan Altima | 2.5 S FWD | Regular |
What this cannot tell you
Check the fuel door or manual before you fill.
Gas prices and the premium gap change by state.
- 2 or more sources
- 1 source
- Model-level, rule or estimate
- Sources disagree