2025 Kia K5 vs. 2024 Volvo S60 Review

Picture of the 2025 Kia K5

2025 Kia
K5

MSRP*: $26,990 to $34,490
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Picture of the 2024 Volvo S60

2024 Volvo
S60

MSRP*: $42,450 to $50,300
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MPG - City 23 - 26 MPG 25 - 26 MPG
MPG - Hwy 33 - 37 MPG 33 - 35 MPG
Seating Capacity 5 seats 5 seats
Cargo Space Info not available Info not available
Engine
  • 191-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 290-hp, 2.5-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline Fuel)
  • 247-hp, 2.0-liter, 4 Cylinder Engine (Gasoline/Mild Electric Hybrid)
Transmission Automatic Automatic
Drivetrain All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive All Wheel Drive, Front Wheel Drive
Horsepower 191 - 290 hp 247 hp
Exterior Length 193.1 in 188.1 in
Exterior Width 73.2 in 75.4 in
Leg Room Front 46.1 in
Rear 35.2 in
Front 42.3 in
Rear 35.2 in
Head Room Front 38.4 - 40.2 in
Rear 37.4 - 37.8 in
Front 37.4 in
Rear 37.2 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
The Kia K5 offers rear passengers about the same space to stretch out as the Volvo S60 with comparable rear head- and legroom in both vehicles. The Kia K5 will be a favorite with taller drivers due to its greater front head- and legroom than the Volvo S60.

Convenience
You'll be making about the same number of stops at the gas station with the Kia K5 as you will with the Volvo S60, 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 Kia K5 is clearly a better financial choice over the Volvo S60.

Dimensions
Since the Kia K5 is much slimmer than the Volvo S60, it'll be much easier to find a wide enough space in a crowded parking lot. For some people, bigger is better. If that's the case for you, then you'll be happier with the Kia K5, which is slightly longer than the Volvo S60.

Handling
The Kia K5 has a smaller turning radius than the Volvo S60, allowing you to more easily maneuver in and out of tight spots.

Performance
When it comes to horsepower, the Kia K5 is significantly less powerful than the Volvo S60. The good news is that, reportedly, cars with lower horsepower engines often have lower insurance premiums.

Powertrain
The Kia K5 has much less torque than the Volvo S60, 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 Kia K5 and the Volvo S60.