2022 Kia K5 S
Carivo independent review & score
Carivo independent review & score
The 2022 Kia K5 S. Carivo rates it 8.0/10 — a capable sedan, though not an exceptional one. Stronger alternatives exist if you shop the segment carefully.
Safety leads at 8.5/10. Crash-test results and standard driver-assistance coverage push it ahead of most sedan rivals on occupant protection — a real differentiator for families. Value at 6.6/10 is a real gap — segment leaders outperform it here by a noticeable margin.
At $29,824–$34,504 ($29,824–$34,504, 30 MPG, 5 passengers), it faces strong mid-range competition. Buyers have higher-scoring options nearby — worth checking before deciding. At 4 years old, this model predates meaningful updates to the Kia K5 S lineup. Check how the current generation scores differently before committing to the older version.