Posted on March 29, 2021 – modified March 29, 2021 by Ghaith Madadha
The popular mid-size saloon from Kia now goes by the Korean market’s K5 designation as it is the fifth iteration and most recent replacement for the vehicle formerly known as the Optima. Since its third iteration, the K5 has had a sportily aggressive design; the most recent K5, however, turns up the aesthetic aggression several levels.
The new K5 is available globally with a variety of drive-train options providing up to 286BHP, but it is the K5 Hybrid variant that will prove to be most popular on Jordanian roads. It rides on a longer, lower, and broader new platform and has a much more premium interior.
The new K5 Hybrid, which will be available for the 2021 model year, may be recognizable in terms of driving dynamics and powertrain, but not in terms of design direction, which is openly dramatic even in regular non-GT version. The K5 incorporates various design ideas from Kia’s highly regarded Stinger sports fastback, including a similarly sporty fastback-style shape with rakishly low roofline that elegantly trails to a short, high-set rear deck. Despite this, the K5 has a standard boot, similar to its Hyundai Sonata cousin, as opposed to the lift-back of the Stinger and the Kia halo vehicle.
The K5’s styling features an intricate bumper design, prominent sill-line, sharp creases and aggressive faux elements like front gills and rear vents, diffuser and bumper-integrated ports. It is unapologetically sporty thanks to its athletic proportions, hunkered down cabin, narrow glasshouse, and broad and low stance. The K5’s most visibly predatory features are its sharp-edged shark-nose grille and moodily slender, deeply browed headlamps, which contrast with its bulgingly muscular and visibly concave and convex surfaces. The K5’s full width grill, which is deeply recessed, is echoed by slender full-width tail lights, giving both a dramatic appearance akin to that of a Dodge.
The K5 Hybrid may not be a performance saloon but it is extremely aggressively styled for a middle of the road, environmentally conscious family car and it delivers a punch when the combustion engine and electric motor are working together. A meaningfully effective combined output of 192BHP at 6,000rpm and possibly as much as 270lb/ft as low as 1,770rpm can be obtained by the K5 Hybrid thanks to its naturally-aspirated 2-litre 4-cylinder petrol engine’s 153BHP at 6,000rpm and 140lb/ft at 5,000rpm and its parallel electric motor’s 51BHP at 1,770-2,000rpm and 151lb/ft at 0-1,770r
versatile and powerful The K5 Hybrid completes the 0-100 km/h benchmark in an estimated 9 seconds and overtakes with confidence while riding its significant low- to mid-range torque wave. It loses part of its flexibility when relying on its combustion engine to carry its estimated 1.6 tonnes under such circumstances. Confident on quick inclines for shorter burstsrather than sustained sportily driven hill climbsbefore its batteries are drained. Due to its reliance on the combustion engine and ability to recover kinetic energy through regenerative braking, the K5 Hybrid can recharge its batteries relatively quickly.
The K5 Hybrid outperforms its predecessor thanks to smoother electric-combustion integration and what appears like somewhat longer pure EV drive. The electric motor appeared to wind down more quickly at full throttle takeoff, but it did not drop power as quickly as a pure combustion engine. The K5 Hybrid, which boasts a reported 4.7 liters per 100 kilometers of fuel efficiency, uses a 6-speed automatic transmission to power its front wheels. It isn’t quite as sophisticated or swift as the 8-speed automatic gearbox found in non-hybrid K5 variants, but it does offer smooth ratio switching and responsiveness to downshifts initiated by a single ratio manual input.
The K5 Hybrid is a pleasant, quiet, and stable town vehicle or highway cruiser that easily smooths out most road irregularities. However, due to its sportily low profile 215/55R17 tyres, it can be a little hard in its initial reaction to extremely jagged lumps and bumps. The K5 Hybrid is refined inside with a comfortably adjustable driving position and driver-oriented dash and dashboard, making it simple to maneuver thanks to its light steering, rear view camera, and parking sensors, which make up for its low roofline’s visibility.
The K5 Hybrid, which has greater handling and roll control than its predecessor, performs best in everyday driving and when pushed within its comfort zone rather than to its absolute dynamic boundaries. It is tuned for comfortably smooth flexibility and provides good stability and control, but it could need a little firmer vertical compression and rebound control. Its steering is accurate and well-damped, if not very subtle for road feel, and it turns into corners neatly. While stability control is in the “off” position, grip limits are better conveyed and early intervention is made during hard-driven corners. However, stability control is slightly over-cautious when fully engaged.
The inside of the K5 is more upscale than previously, and it is sportily exquisite with a user-friendly touchscreen screen, a large steering wheel, a rotary gear selector like to that of a Jaguar, and a ridged dashboard. With matt wood accents and thick leatherette upholstery, refinement, fit, finish, and materials are also improved. The level of convenience and safety equipment is extensive for its segment and includes four USB outlets, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, and a panoramic sunroof. Although the rear capacity is adequate for most people and the front space is ample, tall passengers may experience a small headroom penalty due to the attractively low roofline. Despite the under-floor hybrid components, the boot area is well-organized and roomy.
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A Kia K5 is what kind of a vehicle?
One of Edmunds’ top picks for a midsize sedan now on the road is the 2022 Kia K5. The K5 impressed with its sleek appearance and quiet, pleasant inside when it made its debut as the Kia Optima successor last year.
Is there a v6 engine in the Kia K5?
You’ll see that the Kia K5 GT is the highest trim when browsing our Kia K5 lease offers. A top-tier version calls for a top-tier power source. The 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine in the Kia K5 GT boosts the vehicle’s horsepower to 290. Additionally, the K5 GT torque has been enhanced to a remarkable 311 pound-feet to help your little sedan reach new heights.
The K5 GT’s turbocharged engine is mated to an eight-speed dual-clutch transmission with paddle shifters located on the steering wheel. A sport-tuned suspension is also included with the powertrain to improve your driving precision and accuracy.
The Kia K5 GT is the only model offering the 2.5-liter turbocharged option if you prefer the larger engine. Only 180 hp and 195 lb-ft of torque are offered by the GT-Line FWD and AWD powerplant.
What type of gas can the Kia K5 run on in 2021?
Almost all 2020 and 2021 Kia vehicles are made to run on standard gasoline with an octane rating of 87 or higher. The Stinger is the only vehicle in the Kia lineup that is suggested for premium fuels.
What hybrids does Kia make?
Kia Hybrid Cars
- Kia Sorento Hybrid 2022. $35,385. Starting cost
- Kia Sorento plug-in hybrid from 2022. $46,485. Starting cost
- Kia Sorento Hybrid from 2021. $34,765. Starting cost
- Hybrid 2023 Kia Sportage costs $28,585.
- Kia Niro 2022, $26,080.
- Kia Niro Plug-in Hybrid, 2022. $30,885.
- $25960 2021 Kia Niro
- Plug-in hybrid Kia Niro for 2021. $30,765.
The Kia Optima is a hybrid.
EX Hybrid and EX PHEV are the two model options available for the 2020 Kia Optima Hybrid (or plug-in hybrid). Both vehicles share a similar gas-electric powertrain and a number of standard features, but the Optima PHEV has a bigger battery pack and a greater 28-mile range when driving purely on electricity.
Is the Kia K5 an investment?
Yes, the Kia K5 is a quality vehicle. It offers a smooth ride, respectable fuel numbers, and powerful turbocharged engines. The interior of this Kia is attractive, and the seats are comfortable. Both the infotainment functions and the standard driver assistance technology are simple to operate.
How similar is the Kia K5 to the Optima?
Technically, the Kia K5 “The K5 is the Kia Optima, but it also takes the place of the Kia Optima. Vehicle names may be altered or changed outside of the US. Kia opted to drop the name this year “Optima and take the name K5 in Korean.
The Kia K5 is swift.
The 2022 Kia K5 GT is incredibly quick. With a top speed of 155 mph, it is quicker than the majority of German luxury vehicles now on the market and costs at least $10,000 more. While various independent tests have shown that the K5 GT can reach 60 mph in as little as 5.2 seconds, the official time for acceleration from 0 to 60 mph is only 5.7 seconds.
Not only that. In independent testing approved by AMCI Testing, the Kia K5 establishes faster acceleration and better overall handling performance than the BMW 330i Sedan, demonstrating its status as a real sports sedan. Given its best-in-class 311 lb.-ft. of torque and responsive 8-Speed Dual-Clutch Transmission, the K5 GT outperformed the BMW 330i Sedan by 0.28 seconds at 060 acceleration.
Additionally, it outperforms the BMW 330i Sedan at quarter-mile top speed, achieving a terminal speed of 103.3 mph and completing the race in just 14.2 seconds. The K5 GT’s all-new chassis, Pirelli P-ZEROTM All-Season Tires, and sports-tuned suspension allow the vehicle achieve a superior overall handling performance and a maximum dry cornering G-force capability. The K5 GT also boasts higher handling performance in both wet and dry circumstances.
Is the Kia K5 available just in turbo?
The 1.6-liter turbocharged 4-cylinder engines power four of the five 2022 Kia K5 models, while the highest GT trim has a 2.5-liter turbo. Only front-wheel drive is available in the base LX, upper-trim EX, and top GT trims; all-wheel drive is an option in the LXS and GT-Line.
The Kia K5 has a turbo, right?
A 180-hp turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine paired with an eight-speed automated transmission powers the majority of K5 variants. Front-wheel drive is the engine’s default setup; all-wheel drive is an option, although not available on the GT variant. The 180-horsepower, front-drive K5 we tested had good acceleration in town, and our testing showed a 7.0-second sprint to 60 mph. At highway speeds, though, it was less spectacular because passing took more time. Nevertheless, thanks to a reliable transmission and a well-insulated cabin, the engine noise was usually kept to a low roar. The 2.5-liter turbo-four in the full-Monty GT model is more potent and produces 290 horsepower and 311 pound-feet of torque. The sportiest K5 is equipped with bigger brakes, a special suspension tuning, and wider tires on larger 19-inch wheels in addition to its specialized eight-speed automatic (with the same wet dual-clutch as the Hyundai Sonata N Line). The GT we were driving reached 60 mph in 5.2 seconds and came to a complete stop from 70 mph in 163 feet. The Sonata N Line stopped even quicker and reached 60 mph in in 5.0 seconds (152 feet). Although the Kia only comes with all-season tires, the high-performance Hyundai we tested had optional summer tires as well, which added to its performance edge.