YES it looks soooo luxurious, I love it but I wish they kept the amber lights. I have a Gt line black on black 2022 and I love it, the amber lights when the sun goes down makes it look so sexy to me 😂 but idkkkk I’m tempted to trade mine in for a 2025 when available
The facelift is growing on me, but I don’t think it-or any of Kia’s recent refreshes/facelifts-look better than the previous designs. The interior updates is where Kia truly shines!
I agree. I have the 2014 optima sxl turbo and the front grill area is much more appealing what I do like about the new kia is the headlights. It's my favorite feature.
@josephalba978 I saw that option. When I went to see the car it was gone. The one I have now has alp black leather interior. My next kia will be a stinger twin turbo. I think the car is beautiful. I've watched lots of videos praising the stinger.
Definitely makes me glad I bought my K5 GT-Line in ‘23, as I find the exterior design of the ‘23 MUCH more appealing. The “heartbeat” running lights and other nicely curved contours in front & back have been replaced by faceted angles that don’t flow nicely; they look awkward. However, the interior updates look really nice. From the new seat designs & colors to the dash redesign, this new interior facelift is a plus.
I have the 2014 Kia Optima turbo, which my daughter is still driving and still love. We bought the Kia 2021 K5 and love it also. We looked at the 2024 K5 and didn't see much of a difference. Now checking out the 2025 K5 I love the look and will wait to trade in my 2021 K5 for the 2025 K5
Looks good, I like more the front end than the rear. Current gen has better looking taillights imo. I hope they bring it to the US market with the panoramic sunroof, fog lights, the rear black spoiler (which I didn't see here) and the front ambers DRLs...
I'm a Honda/Toyota fan but I'd take this over a 24' Accord or Camry any day. Kia went north with their designs and powertrain options, but Honda/Toyota went south in my opinion.
Been wanting a K5 for the longest time now and obviously veen planning to nab the current gen. BUT this is a welcome surprise! To compare them: Love both new and old style front ends. Both are unique, eye catching and aggressive. New gen has wayyy better wheel designs for the most part. I think old gen still has a better looking tail end, but I do appreciate the new gen having all LED back lights from the looks. And the new gen definitely has the nicer, sleeker, more luxurious and tech savvy interior. My conclusion... looks like I'm scoping for the New Drop 🥶🧊
I’ve always been a fan of the Optima/K5, owned 3 and two Stingers. It’s nice that they are updating the looks but, these days I prefer the EV6 styling. Love the orange interior color and dash layout. Is there a plug in hybrid version of the K5?
I agree, the EV9 inspired design language doesn’t work on all vehicles. I can see more EV6 inspired designs with the updated K5, but would’ve liked to have seen more. In Korea, there is a PHEV and Hybrid version of the K5.
@@SirT80 They had a PHEV version of the K5 in the States but, only very few states sold them,couldn’t get my hand on one, ended up trading the Stinger for an Audi etron, EV6 wasn’t available then. I hope they will improve the range of the EV6. The EV9 design looks nice but, not for the sedan side, they can use for CUVs.
@@waynerm002oh wow, that’s interesting! Thank you for clarifying! I would’ve definitely traded in my Optima for a K5 Hybrid if one was available in my state. I have a 2019 Optima and really wanted the hybrid, but settled for an LX gas engine. I test drove an EV6 GT Line last week and really enjoyed it! Felt very well built, refined and didn’t feel nearly as big as it looks.
@@SirT80 KIA is doing some nice vehicles these days. The EV6 is plenty powerful, the EV6 GT would be fun, if it could have the same or better range (since it’s like a whole year late) as the AWD version, if you don’t drive it hard.
I love the new front and rear design of the K5 I love everything about the car , job well done KIA job well done 👍🏽 ❤. Very sporty edgier, elegant and luxurious and I love the lines and sharp edges of the car. I love the front and back redesign and they both match each other 👍🏽spot on job well done Kia. Interior and exterior looks gorgeous and elegant luxurious and roomy ❤it . I love the K5 .
This refresh interior is better than in BMW 5 series but exterior is not so styllish and not complite. Only new wheels are good. Maybe only black vertion will sell good.
I really do like the interior. And was never a fan of the diamond stich either. The new design is on point. The exterior? Well, I do like the black. Great video.
Good morning, Mari! Unfortunately, here in South Africa, we don't get too many sedans due to low sales. But this and the new SONATA, look really good and are not expensive compared with their American and German competitors...
In America there aren’t really any German or American competitors to this, because all of them have been discontinued; although the Malibu was brought back after being discontinued. We’re also losing sedans due to popularity of suvs.
I just got a 23 like 5 months ago… I can’t believe this Lmaoo But tbh I don’t like that the back isn’t one light strip. Everything else is nice. Well… idk about the gear shifter knob…
Absolutely love the new look. Was gonna get a 23 K5 GT Line, settler for the Forte GT Line as I thought a car like the K5 may be too much for me (only 24 and makes a lot of bad driving decisions at times) can’t wait until I pay my car off and possibly look into the future K5 models
She is correct it does look messy with the front end and rear. Im not a fan of the tail lights. But the wheels are nice, and the interior is gorgeous. I say the new sonata has a better overall appearance.
In Canada - we are crying here as a dealer said the K5 is not going be be offered for 2024 - apparently mostly due to supply problems (I have only seen maybe 2 here since it was redone - when it dropped the Optima name).
Looks too similar to my 2021 Elantra limited. Makes sense, Kia and Hyundai are sister companies. I have my Elantra in the same blue color and the white leather interior.
This could fit right in theAudi lineup based off how similar it looks to them in all black. I really wish they kept the amber DRL because it was so striking
I like all the changes. Especially the more angular DRLs on the front as opposed to the more squiggle shape of the current design. Other than that, I’m not really seeing any significant character lines. So I guess they don’t bother me. However, I do love and own the Hyundai Tucson…haha.
Kia - Completely new design - They call it facelift Maruti Suzuki & Honda India- They change front bumper design, Tail light design and call it New Generation.
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If anyone saw the black edition and weren't familiar with most luxury brands, they could easily confuse this car for something more high end
Thats what happens already with the grey haha people think its some crazy car every time
Confuse it for a Cadillac or Infiniti
The car looks spectacular! Wow
At a very quick first one second glance it looked like a Audi.
YES it looks soooo luxurious, I love it but I wish they kept the amber lights. I have a Gt line black on black 2022 and I love it, the amber lights when the sun goes down makes it look so sexy to me 😂 but idkkkk I’m tempted to trade mine in for a 2025 when available
They absolutely nailed it! Shame this is not available in the UK.
The facelift is growing on me, but I don’t think it-or any of Kia’s recent refreshes/facelifts-look better than the previous designs. The interior updates is where Kia truly shines!
I agree. I have the 2014 optima sxl turbo and the front grill area is much more appealing what I do like about the new kia is the headlights. It's my favorite feature.
Of course they look better dude
@@JuNlethalpoetI own a 2015 Optima SX Turbo with options and love it. the SXL option is gorgeous. They had a white/cream interior option as well
@josephalba978 I saw that option. When I went to see the car it was gone. The one I have now has alp black leather interior. My next kia will be a stinger twin turbo. I think the car is beautiful. I've watched lots of videos praising the stinger.
@@JuNlethalpoetYou do know they have canceled the STINGER.
it'll probably grow on me later but i still prefer the current look of K5. Sporty but not too aggressive.
The current is the best and will always be remembered i think
im getting rid of mine, one more for the market in 2 weeks 💀😂
do you happen to have the digital dash?@@agoloco
This one is 100 in ur face aggressive, unable to NOT see
@@agolocoWhy??
i love the front, but i'm still on the fence about the back end of the car. is this going to be coming to the U.S?
I plan to buy a 2025 K5. The “refresh” was certainly worth waiting for…
finally a refresh! i’ve been waiting for the new K5 to get digital dash and all the other goodies, very sleek looking car in and out
Definitely makes me glad I bought my K5 GT-Line in ‘23, as I find the exterior design of the ‘23 MUCH more appealing. The “heartbeat” running lights and other nicely curved contours in front & back have been replaced by faceted angles that don’t flow nicely; they look awkward. However, the interior updates look really nice. From the new seat designs & colors to the dash redesign, this new interior facelift is a plus.
the facelift is nice but I do prefer the look of the current model with the amber led headlights
The US spec K5 will retain the amber DRL’s 🤘
No Amber led is hideous and out dated yuck 🤢 lol please let it be an option or an adjustment option
@@nhlba3301shut up
These have amber
That all black version is 🔥🔥🔥🔥
I have the 2014 Kia Optima turbo, which my daughter is still driving and still love. We bought the Kia 2021 K5 and love it also. We looked at the 2024 K5 and didn't see much of a difference. Now checking out the 2025 K5 I love the look and will wait to trade in my 2021 K5 for the 2025 K5
Looks good, I like more the front end than the rear. Current gen has better looking taillights imo. I hope they bring it to the US market with the panoramic sunroof, fog lights, the rear black spoiler (which I didn't see here) and the front ambers DRLs...
The amber lights are better on the current but it still looks cool 2021-23 model will be legendary always
And 2024!
I'm glad they're doing away with amber leds. Amber should only be for the turn signal function.
Totally agree it always gets my attention.
@@jeffs6090Amber remains for US PRODUCTION, Thankfully!
i love this facelift
I'm a Honda/Toyota fan but I'd take this over a 24' Accord or Camry any day. Kia went north with their designs and powertrain options, but Honda/Toyota went south in my opinion.
I always had an issue with the k5 interior but glad it’s finally been updated. 멋있게 생겼어요
Kia should have made that chrome ribbon strip across the back black it would've been the finishing touch to an all black edition.
Nice. I think it's all round nicer than the current version - especially in all black. And yes, it's waaay nicer than the new Sonata, inside and out.
I think sonata is better
Been wanting a K5 for the longest time now and obviously veen planning to nab the current gen. BUT this is a welcome surprise! To compare them: Love both new and old style front ends. Both are unique, eye catching and aggressive. New gen has wayyy better wheel designs for the most part. I think old gen still has a better looking tail end, but I do appreciate the new gen having all LED back lights from the looks. And the new gen definitely has the nicer, sleeker, more luxurious and tech savvy interior. My conclusion... looks like I'm scoping for the New Drop 🥶🧊
I’ve always been a fan of the Optima/K5, owned 3 and two Stingers. It’s nice that they are updating the looks but, these days I prefer the EV6 styling. Love the orange interior color and dash layout. Is there a plug in hybrid version of the K5?
It will be awesome
I agree, the EV9 inspired design language doesn’t work on all vehicles. I can see more EV6 inspired designs with the updated K5, but would’ve liked to have seen more.
In Korea, there is a PHEV and Hybrid version of the K5.
@@SirT80 They had a PHEV version of the K5 in the States but, only very few states sold them,couldn’t get my hand on one, ended up trading the Stinger for an Audi etron, EV6 wasn’t available then. I hope they will improve the range of the EV6. The EV9 design looks nice but, not for the sedan side, they can use for CUVs.
@@waynerm002oh wow, that’s interesting! Thank you for clarifying! I would’ve definitely traded in my Optima for a K5 Hybrid if one was available in my state. I have a 2019 Optima and really wanted the hybrid, but settled for an LX gas engine. I test drove an EV6 GT Line last week and really enjoyed it! Felt very well built, refined and didn’t feel nearly as big as it looks.
@@SirT80 KIA is doing some nice vehicles these days. The EV6 is plenty powerful, the EV6 GT would be fun, if it could have the same or better range (since it’s like a whole year late) as the AWD version, if you don’t drive it hard.
I have the 2016 K5 (Optima), idk I may need to upgrade to this although I've been wanting a SUV? We shall see!!
Great review, Mari. Keep it up dear!
I love the new front and rear design of the K5 I love everything about the car , job well done KIA job well done 👍🏽 ❤. Very sporty edgier, elegant and luxurious and I love the lines and sharp edges of the car. I love the front and back redesign and they both match each other 👍🏽spot on job well done Kia. Interior and exterior looks gorgeous and elegant luxurious and roomy ❤it . I love the K5 .
The generation tail lights they have now is way better I think they should leave it alone.
I absolutely LOVE your car reviews! Can't you do a few over here in the U.S.?
This refresh interior is better than in BMW 5 series but exterior is not so styllish and not complite. Only new wheels are good. Maybe only black vertion will sell good.
I think it looks pretty awesome. Might have to consider it on my next new car purchase.
Great video, can’t wait to see the 2025 Kia Forte/K4 redesign
I really do like the interior. And was never a fan of the diamond stich either. The new design is on point. The exterior? Well, I do like the black. Great video.
Hi Mari ❤️
I love the wolf grey color 👍🙂
Thanks for the review. Overall, This K5 looks more premium than the previous model well done kia.
Dam I should’ve waited for this before buying the 2024
It looks way better than the Honda Accord... Honda dropped the ball with that design
Good morning, Mari! Unfortunately, here in South Africa, we don't get too many sedans due to low sales. But this and the new SONATA, look really good and are not expensive compared with their American and German competitors...
In America there aren’t really any German or American competitors to this, because all of them have been discontinued; although the Malibu was brought back after being discontinued. We’re also losing sedans due to popularity of suvs.
When will be the 2025 k5 be available to buy in the US
Local dealer said April
I just got a 23 like 5 months ago… I can’t believe this Lmaoo
But tbh I don’t like that the back isn’t one light strip. Everything else is nice. Well… idk about the gear shifter knob…
Got a 21 kia k5 the refresh is nice specially the interior just dont know about the tail lights
I like the new design
Absolutely love the new look. Was gonna get a 23 K5 GT Line, settler for the Forte GT Line as I thought a car like the K5 may be too much for me (only 24 and makes a lot of bad driving decisions at times) can’t wait until I pay my car off and possibly look into the future K5 models
Awesome looking car! Wow
She is correct it does look messy with the front end and rear. Im not a fan of the tail lights. But the wheels are nice, and the interior is gorgeous. I say the new sonata has a better overall appearance.
Another great review by Mari
at first sight i liked it, Then the Black Edition showed up and loved it looks very very nice on that mode
Does she comes with the car? Both looks very nice and beautiful
I don't think this facelift is controversial , i think is f. Ing awesome 😎👍
very nice, game changer and smart re styling
Great job. I believe like everything else, ppls eyes will adapt to the look...
Hopefully they fix the headlight issue.
With the departure of the Stinger, I hope they add the power of the GT2 in this new K5.
with all wheel drive
Rear end much needed 👍
I have a 2022 k5 and is wolf grey
Everyone has the WOLF GRAY!! Enough already! I bought mine in Passion Red. She stands out in a sea of Gray....
I was going to wait for the face-lift but the current design looks much better that I just got a 24 K5
Any news on when this is coming to the US?
2025. The 2024 remains the same. Last chance to get the GOOD LOOKING ONE .
well done Mari!
Black one is 🔥
did they fix the engines from blowing up and eating oil ?
Amazing ❤
do they make a Hybrid version that is what I am looking for
That all black one was sweeeeeeeeet I think I’m gonna trade my wrangler for one when it comes out
This cars design to me looks awesome.
Maybe its just me, but it seems like they imposed some of the features of the Stinger onto the K5.
Also, will Kia please build a K5 coupe!!
In Canada - we are crying here as a dealer said the K5 is not going be be offered for 2024 - apparently mostly due to supply problems (I have only seen maybe 2 here since it was redone - when it dropped the Optima name).
When come Saudi Arabia?
I think this car looks sleek and is designed for a younger buyer. Well done for designing for your target market. KIA does it again!!
hope they put a dual exhaust on it instead of making you think there is like my 2021
Wow. These are gorgeous. I’d so drive one of these if I had to get a 4 door car
I love the interior.
I love your voice tone😊
I wish they would add more power to it it’s such a beautiful car it deserves to have power
I want the black with red seats !!
Looks too similar to my 2021 Elantra limited. Makes sense, Kia and Hyundai are sister companies. I have my Elantra in the same blue color and the white leather interior.
I like it! Good job Kia.
that is one beautiful car
I miss the completely connected tail lights
Take notes like that you can remember the names of the parts and colors 😊
When is it going to be available in the U.S.?
Early 2024
Where are the orange drls?
Those are for oversea markets :-)
@@MotorgraphWorld who's overseas? Where are you?
This could fit right in theAudi lineup based off how similar it looks to them in all black. I really wish they kept the amber DRL because it was so striking
Overseas always had white lights on k5 it will be amber in the u.s.
I like all the changes. Especially the more angular DRLs on the front as opposed to the more squiggle shape of the current design. Other than that, I’m not really seeing any significant character lines. So I guess they don’t bother me. However, I do love and own the Hyundai Tucson…haha.
I hope I can find it in EU too
hope they get a non=N=Line hatch/sport back version
Kia - Completely new design - They call it facelift
Maruti Suzuki & Honda India- They change front bumper design, Tail light design and call it New Generation.
Haha
No quad pipes on the GT ? 🤨
So no more red interior ?
Are any of these the GT model ? Haven’t seen a video on that trim level yet..
The GT trim is not available in S. Korea. That's why :-(
The tail lights are the only thing i dislike. But i think if the right spoiler were on the back, it might not be as bad
How much pls??
Cool. I'll trade my 21 GT Line end of next year for this.
Hyundai/KIA- “new design” language….the guy/gal who gives our cars the most folds & creases in the sheet metal & plastic bumpers wins!
I like the design on This one. Looks like the EV6 evolved.
GT model coming ?
Except S. Korea :-(
Kia boyz will love it
Not those new ones
Kia already solved that problem
A bit odd that the Elantra refresh went for a more sleek refined look and the K5 got the opposite.
I hope North America gets an AWD GT version, especially with the Stinger going away.
Not feeling the rear end..
Love the front and interior but tail lights not sure about that
Is it 2024 or 2025?
The oversea markets will have a 2025 model year
The current design is better
love it!