Kia K5
The Kia K5 is a midsize sedan from South Korea that boasts much racier looks than the Optima it replaced two years ago. LX, EX and GT-Line models all feature a turbocharged 1.6-litre four-cylinder engine producing 180 horsepower and paired with AWD as standard. The top-line K5 GT doesn’t have AWD, but it packs a turbocharged 2.5-litre four-cylinder that increases output to 290 horsepower. Kia made a few equipment revisions for 2023.
Detailed ratings
The Car Guide rating | 76% |
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Fuel economy | 8/10 |
Reliability | 6/10 |
Safety | 9/10 |
Infotainment | 8/10 |
Driving | 7/10 |
Overall | 7/10 |
What's new in 2023
Minor equipment revisions.
Pros
- Beautiful and well equipped
- Standard all-wheel drive
- Excellent seats and engine (GT)
Cons
- Front-wheel-drive only GT version
- Less inspiring base engine
- Small trunk opening
Recalls
none