2025 Honda Civic vs. 2025 Kia K5 Review

Picture of the 2025 Honda Civic

2025 Honda
Civic

MSRP*: $24,250 to $26,250
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Picture of the 2025 Kia K5

2025 Kia
K5

MSRP*: $27,190 to $34,690
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MPG - City 31 - 32 MPG 23 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 39 - 41 MPG 33 - 37 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 150-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 290-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
Transmission Continuously Variable Automatic
Drivetrain Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 150 hp 191 - 290 hp
Exterior Length 184.8 in 193.1 in
Exterior Width 70.9 in 73.2 in
Leg Room Front 42.3 in
Rear 37.4 in
Front 46.1 in
Rear 35.2 in
Head Room Front 39.3 in
Rear 37.1 in
Front 38.4 - 40.2 in
Rear 37.4 - 37.8 in

*MSRP and Invoice prices displayed are for educational purposes only, do not reflect the actual selling price of a particular vehicle, and do not include applicable gas taxes or destination charges.

Comparison Review

Comfort
Due to its greater rear head- and legroom, backseat passengers will be able to stretch out a lot more in the Honda Civic than the Kia K5. The Kia K5 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Honda Civic.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Honda Civic as you will with the Kia K5, as they get the same number of miles per tank of gas.

Cost
There are a lot of factors to consider when calculating the overall cost of a vehicle. The main consideration is Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP). Based on MSRP, the Honda Civic is clearly a better financial choice over the Kia K5.

Dimensions
Since the Honda Civic is much slimmer than the Kia K5, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. The Honda Civic is slightly shorter than the Kia K5, which may make it easier to park.

Handling
The Honda Civic has about the same turning radius as the Kia K5, allowing equal maneuverability in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Honda Civic is significantly less powerful than the Kia K5. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The Honda Civic has much less torque than the Kia K5, which generally means that it won't feel as fast or powerful.

Utility
In terms of seating you'll be able to fit the same number of people in both the Honda Civic and the Kia K5.