Which 2021 Kia K5 is the BEST to BUY - EX or GT-Line?
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 6 ก.ย. 2020
- Kia has done it again with the 2021 K5. Following on the fantastic success of the Telluride this K5 is ready to take the midsize sedan segment by storm. Under the hood of the K5 is a 1.6L turbocharged inline-4 that is producing 180HP & mated to an 8-speed automatic transmission. The K5 is longer, wider, and lower. On the outside you will find the K5's signature "heartbeat" DRL, and provocative styling of the GT-Line pkg. On the inside you will find more interior room because of its longer wheelbase, wireless Apple CarPlay/Android Auto and specific GT-Line interior trim. Which 2021 Kia K5 is the BEST to BUY - EX or GT-Line?
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For those considering a purchase, you will be glad to know that KIA makes a quality car. I had 60,000 miles on my first Optima and now have 30,000 miles on my second one and I have never had to repair anything. I just change the oil every 5,000 miles and that's it.
Same here, I have hit a deer, a cow 🐮 it's the best 115k miles no issues at all
@@j7juan463 a whole cow?? Damn
Same here, still going with 185k miles
@@dawinsuk5648 😂😂😂
Me too, now at 224k, but had to replace the alternator
" I don't want any vitamin D right now. I had plenty this morning." lol come for the cars, stayed for the corny dad jokes.
Thanks for letting me share the laughs with you!
Got the GT Line in Passion Red and this is by far the best car I’ve ever had. Hands down. Great ride quality, quiet cabin, etc.
13:52 never heard "Crouching Tiger Hidden Dragon" movie reference in a car review video before, genius and hilarious at the same time.
Thanks man! I really appreciate you letting me share it all with you!
Not sure if anyone else has commented this, but I test drove a K5 GT-line the other day and it did have the 10.25 inch screen with navigation, a heated steering wheel, and heated seats. What Joe stated made it seem like this wasn’t an option for the GT-line so I wanted people to know it is an option not just for the EX. But loved the video!
I also have all of this in mine.
Those are available in the AWD version, not in the FWD.
hi i hope you reply lol. i was debating the gt line and ex. gt line has wolf gray and red interior and gt seat stitching which i love... the ex doesn't have wolf gray and idk how i feel ab the silver color.. is it better
GT-line all day long 🙌🏼
I cant decide! lol
Best review online by far. It’s all about the details other miss. Great job . You answer many questions of mine
Comparing this to the new Hyundai Sonata.. I love this K5 exterior over the Sonata.. But I definitely prefer the interior in the Sonata.
I think you hit that nail on the head!
Which would you saw overall, price, specs and overall drive between the K5 or sonata?
Same vehicle, so makes easily the most sense. The Sonata was marketed as a more luxury version of the K5 in South Korea.
@@iTrinityPlays As Korean that is wrong. Sonata is more focused for the daily family sedan. And K5 is focused for sporty more. Except for engine and some tech these two are totally different. U can check this from design and suspension setting.
I just spot the EX blue color in person today, and it looks sooooo gorgeous and luxurious.
"Hey guys were at an undisclosed location today"
*shows exactly where he is on the gps* LOL
lol
Thanks for the great review. It goes a long way in helping me make my decision.
I bought the K5 EX this past Wednesday (3/3/21) and love it. Great ride and love the features.
We need more like this. What trim level gives you the best value.
You got it!
I got my gt line with 20 miles off the lot. Driven up to 1471 miles as of now, I’m absolutely loving it
THE BEST CAR REVIEWER ON TH-cam EVERRRRR
Thanks for saying that! You are really great!
Period.
Alyssa Lam he really appreciates the artistic design.
Reviewing to cars in the same time makes you the best of the best in this biz and then master of cars review .
That really means the world!
I'm just here for him to say "on throttle" and then make that face lol
You are awesome Al!
On throttle!!, bleghhhhhhh, here we go!!!!
I bought a black GT-Line 2 days ago and I absolutely love it! No complaints and Kia definitely nailed it with the sexy looks!!
#CONGRATS..THATS THE ONE I LIKE , AS WELL..#BLACK 😀💯💙
The GT Line is my choice now but the GT is what I'm looking to buy when it comes out
I like the way that you think Kynn.
I like the way you think too because every idiot talking about this car keeps saying they're testing the GT when it's not even released yet.
I bought the gt car and love it
@@mr.america1st966 where?
@@asv1392 Oklahoma city, I have a GT line.
Great comparison review Joe!! I would wait for the new K5 GT to come out. 300hp and 311lb would be great for a car like this. Also, I would listen to the open-air cafe while going around corners, just my preference.
I can't wait for that one!
This video was soooo helpful. I was looking for this exact comparison. I walked out of my local kia dealership with an EX trim k5 just because of this video. so many extra options. Thanks dude
Do they give you the option to get the red seats?
I got the EX without the ex package. 29,300! Got to keep the wireless Apple CarPlay but still get the wood trim and options I wanted.
My last Optima was an 07, and it lasted over 230000 miles. Just purchased the K5 EX in glacial white with a “baby blue” interior. Such a nice car. It is actually nicer than my 2016 AUDI A6, I enjoy driving this one better! Keep up the great reviews!
Ooh a baby blue interior? That sounds like something I may need to look into 🤣🤣. Listen.. the K5 caught my attention the first time I saw it while we were on Vacation in Panama City Florida. The car was so ridiculously sharp in the Matte Grey I had to go over and investigate. I literally had no clue at all that it was a KIA, but I was pleasantly surprised, yet not surprised at all at the same moment 🤪. I had, by that time, discovered that the South Korean Auto Giant was doing anything but playing. Not sure if you can make it out, but my identification pic is of my 2019 Hyundai Veloster N. Bought the first one sold in Middle Georgia, Macon.. performance edition and a slick Manual which I prefer, and would purchase again if doing it over. I did get a chance to test out the Dual Clutch model when it was released. My Dealership actually called me when they got one in stock to give me first choice on that one as well 😂😂. They knew me well by this time because I was going to their lot on a regular basis to see the cars and I had made it known that I was going to be interested in it's arrival. Personally I knew the manual was my car because I was raised on three pedals, but my wife didn't want to drive it because of the stick and I felt kinda guilty for leaving her out 🤣😜😂😂. I think things happen the way they do for a reason however, and when I told her I was going to consider trading for the Dual Clutch model so she could get a crack at driving it from time to time, she laughed and said she wouldn't drive it because it was too small for her!! Well I was glad that she let me off the Hook because I had gotten a really nice deal with my N and they had added several thousand dollars to the sticker of the one that I tested. The car I bought in April of 2019 had sit on the lot for one month and the day that I realized it existed was day #31, and it was in my garage by close of business. See 5 Star Hyundai in Macon had been drinking their own Kool-aid and after the special "N" sales rep and self described "Genesis and Hyundai N car performance expert" returned from the initial Veloster N release/Training exposition complete with photos of him shaking hands with Albert Bierman and another one of him commanding the Helm of a race blue model while wearing full race suit and a complete helmet! I have noticed that every picture I have ever seen of someone inside of a fully furnished street car wearing racing gear and helmet, it reminds me of the Giant Black Bear at the circus riding a miniature tricycle 🤣😂😂😂😂!!! They just don't fit inside the car properly, and their heads are insanely large!! 😂😂😂
That’s good to hear, my Optima is a 2012 at 224k and I wasn’t sure how much longer I had lol
Just booked my GT while back..excited..the drive feel is awesum.
I just got mine last week all blacked out GT line I love it
I like Kia's infotainment. They have the best looking Icons, fonts on the screen.
I just bought a black on black Kia K5 gt-line 2022 yesterday & I love it.
This was very informative. Great video!
Thanks for taking the time to say that and letting me share it with you.
It was This review that made the decision for me to buy the 2022 GT-Line and I got it in the Glacier White Pearl (and for this model year it comes with the larger display, yay). I have to wait until February for delivery though because of low stock and they are NOT negotiating where I live. $1500 above MSRP and a doc fee of $699! Ohhffph. I also did not opt for the premium package as I really have no need for the sunroof living in the south where it is torching in the summer and A/C is on all of the time and you want to be in the shade lol. AND speaking of which, I plan to have the windows tinted for the same reason...ceramic style. Thank you for the great content! Much appreciated :)
they do such a great job at having all the different options
Love Raiti’s rides! You’re the man Joe!
Your funny commentary reminds me of the Car Talk guys on the radio. Looking forward to more of your commentaries.
When a review of the GT trim? Sending love from PA, Joe!
I’m going with that gt line! Red interior looks beautiful ❤️❤️
I totally agree with you!
The grey wolf exterior with the red interior is amazing. I love mine and it's always turning heads.
Joe and Lori: Thanks for another awesome review...This is still my favorite of all the reviews you have done..I’d like to see the refresh. Still love the Accord 2.0 Touring...but also the Hybrid Touring..This trim is still a great value..ventilated seats would be great though..Too many great choices! You both work very hard..be sure and relax now and then!
Hey Joe - I recently bought a K5 GT-Line and love it. I also wanted to say that I love your review videos. You're very good at it. Down to earth, very knowledgeable and funny at the same time. My question for you is I noticed in your review video that you had the tail lights doing a sort of strobe thing (you can see it starting at about the 4:30 mark in this video). How did you get it to do that? It looks so cool! I've been trying to figure it out ever since I saw it and I can't find how to do it. Can you please help me out?
I know you made this comment almost a year ago but I can answer your question about the strobe effect on the taillights. The reason they appear to have the strobe effect has to do with the camera they used when filming the segment. When they film the taillights the strobe effect occurs because of the refresh rate of the camera. The refresh rate of your display refers to how many times per second the display is able to draw a new image. This is measured in Hertz (Hz). For example, if your display has a refresh rate of 144Hz, it is refreshing the image 144 times per second. When the video is completed and shown on screen the strobe effect appears. The cameras refresh rate cannot capture the LED lights correctly thus giving the strobe effect. I hope that makes sense. I am a freelance videographer, vídeo/sound editor. I’ve had odd things appear on video because of the refresh rate on my camera. If I film a tv screen I see vertical lines on the tv screen when playing back the video. I’m jealous you have a K5! Do you still love it after having it for almost one year? I have a 2015 Optima EX and I love it! I was in a car accident (not my fault) on 10/20/21. I don’t know if it’s totaled or not. My insurance company won’t know until November 1st 2021. If it’s totaled I’m getting a K5 for,sure.
Just bought the GT in the Wolf Grey. Got the performance package which gives you the panoramic roof and red leather seats. Absolutely gorgeous. I think GT with performance package is the best option
premium pkg
I sat in the backseat of the standard Kia K5 and my head was hitting the roof lol. I'm curious if the panoramic roof helps at all with the headroom in the backseat. I'm only 5'11"
I like both of these cars, but the GIGANTIC bezels around the infotainment screen on both models is a real eyesore.
Okay!!! That really did crack me up...but as per usual you hit all the details that I wanted to know about. You really do know your reviews out of the park. I will have to go check this out in person. Thanks to you and your team...but let the poor man go to Bush Gardens!!!!!
Thanks Mathew! I really appreciate your awesome support!
even its camera refresh rate, that heartbeat DRL blinking sequentially looks cool. wish kia offers that as a function
That would be very cool!
Not possible. Oncoming drivers will probably mistake them for indicators
This guy has the best automotive review videos! Mic drop!
Joe: Great Review..What’s with the lack of connectivity on the 10.5” display in the EX trim?
Thank you so much for showing difference of trim levels because I was going crazy with KIA’s site not showing me the red seats with the EX 😂 now I know why haha. For 28k I’m loving this GT Line so freaking much even though you lose rear AC and the Bose sound system you can always get aftermarket sound system improvement later on.
This is what I want to see myself in.
what sound system do u recommend
LOL... Raiti always makes his reviews a lot of fun.
No Zonks from me.
Bought my GT today. Your comparison of the EX and GT is what helped me decide. Thank you!
Pls tell me
Do u love the design of it?
Did you buy the GT Line because the actual GT doesn't come out for another month
Congrats! But how did you get a GT? It hasn't come out yet. Did you mean "GT-Line"?
She was saying GT-Line I believe
Great job, one of the best review
Thanks Bob for saying that and letting me share it with you!
I love kia. Had the 2019 kia forte s until 2021. Now looking at the k5 😍
Lease expires in a year on my Kia Cadenza and I'm looking forward to getting a new car. The K5 in the EX trim is definitely on my list of must drives when time to buy. Hey Joe, do you know if the EX trim is available in the grey exterior color? I need the bells and whistles, primarily the heated and ventilated seats. Had those on my 2014 Hyundai and I miss them. As always, thanks for the great comparison review. On throttle....
I think you will really like this one.
You’ll get Heated Seats and Heated Steering wheel in the GT line with the AWD package
So no cooling seats?
Heated seats are so normal now..I feel like the base should come with that
@@theriseoftony cool seats and and 360 camera only in GT(highest package) not the GT line. Sadly AWD does not come in GT which comes in the GT line. I know naming is odd. Also bigger engine in GT without that AWD sadly
@@MissFleek_ k5 is the optima actually
@@MissFleek_ stinger is the best, but 2022 k5 ex has everything besides the awd.
I just copped the GT last week. Was about to get the EX but thank god I got the GT
I love the look of the GT, would you pick this over the Mazda 3 as the better sedan?
I really want one, ever since its been announced. Im not a small 4 cyl fan or a Asian car fan, I never thought I would say "I want a Kia!" but man do I want this beast! Its close to the stinger but I see it being a economy sport sedan. Something that fills a gap most people have, when choosing a economical, fun car. Im more of a v8 boat kind of person, Challengers, Grand Marquis, etc. But this? It just hits in all the right places it seems. Aggressive, good economy, looks like it would be a hell of a lot of fun to drive.
Cant wait to get one next year when all the bugs are sorted out!
That wolf grey + red interior is an awesome combo. I'm in Canada, the GT line not having heated seats is terrible
Sure about that?
@@g.l7219 no you can only get heated seats with the awd.
I have a fwd gt-line and I have heated seats but sadly I didn't get a panoramic sunroof, I get enough sun since I work outside so it's ok lol
I’ve been car shopping for a few weeks really wanted the Honda Accord but now I’ve found this car and this was the review I needed to watch. Thanks for helping my find my future car!
Much sharper than the Accord
Girl same! Was going for the accord but the GT has me sold😩
Great review Joe! Please review the new Genesis G70 images just released yesterday!
I bought the kia k5 gt line. Wolf grey with the premium package and red interior. Thanks joe. Love the car
Kia is coming out with a GT model in November 2020. Cant wait to get mine.
I work at KIA Weston dealership in Gresham, Oregon and I've bought me a blue EX (w/o the premium package) and mine has a wireless Apple CarPlay/Android auto, you do get a bigger screen with a premium package (as shown on the video) but you do sacrifice the wireless AC/AA. Just wanted to make sure people know that you can still get the wireless option with the EX trim level (just don't get the premium package)
love this review.i had 1997 camery le after 2019 camery se and 2019 camry se.but time to change different car now.thx for review k5
Great breakdown
I started car shopping 6 months ago and found your channel and now here I am all this time later, STILL undecided on what I'm going to buy (currently between the k5 and the stinger) but absolutely addicted to your videos, and all the snack references.
Umm You decided which one better?
@@kJ-gk5qu went with the K5 EX, a more enjoyable drive for me than the stinger!
@@CSnowlandsontop what, you must be on drugs
@@marki61422 LOL
@@CSnowlandsontopit’s been 2 years now has your car been holding up ?
That Kia K5 Gt is gorgeous I would buy that
It seems no one ever talks about how much better the grille looks on the ex trim compared to the gt line its a different more aggressive looking design which is one reason im thinking the ex trim
Great video! Such a deal breaker, I love the GT Line, but I need those AC vents in the back. I wish that was an additional optional.
I love those headlights. I saw one in person yesterday for the first time and did a double take.
I know how you feel Ian!
AMEN..I DO 2!!!💯💯💯💯💯
both look amazing!
I am so glad that you like this one.
I'd actually give up some amenities and go GT-Line. I just prefer the looks of the sporty exterior and red interior.
I was not a fan of the Forte Gt line when they suggested it instead of the Forte GT I ultimately got.
Now this GT Line I would definitely consider, especially that Red interior!
Thanks for sharing your thoughts on this one.
So hard to pick one when both a them so clean an looks so nice ..💎😍🤗👌
"Im not crouching tiger hidden dragon back here" only you could think to say that hahaha!
Just got my yesterday gt 5 love my car
Hey Joe....so does the Gt trim lose the side air curtains when gaining fog lights?? thanks
Outstanding video and presentation. I may buy the GT-Line in the Blue. Time to sell the old faithful and reliable 2008 Optima.
I love the new K5! I can't wait to have Kia of Indonesia sell it soon! I'd pick the GT line and tune it!
I just bought a civic sport. Should have bought this car. 😂😂
Should have bought a Civic Touring
Tbh this car almost embarrasses an Accord. The Civic has no chance.😂
That's my problem Honda accord, Camry? Now this 😳🤔
@@thatinformativeguy yeah but this is 32k before tax (GT, aka the only one that’s worth it).
@@SIIKAP1 The Accord is $32k before tax is it not? Besides base K5s start at $23,000 (before tax).
Great review! Really helped me decide which to get. Landed on the GT AWD Wolf Grey Edition but I haven’t figured out the heartbeat lights. Is there a special setting? Salesman didn’t know anything about them.
It's just the hazard lights
@@DuckieGamingYT I have had the car since November and never seen these. Asked the dealer and tried everything but nothing yet.
@@DuckieGamingYT not hazard lights, they are the DRLS!!
Great comparison! One correction, though: AWD is not available in the EX, only in the LXS and GT-Line.
D K ex does have AWD
And is available on the EX. Not available on the GT with the 2.5 engine. Unfortunately.
I have the GT Line and I love it
I have to go with the GT. The black on gray looks way cool and the red interior is super nice.
I agree with you!
@@RaitisRides You rock Joe. You, Lori, and the team do great work.
Didn’t realize how close in price the LSX & GT-Line were 🥲 bit of buyers remorse with my LSX, but it’s a great car and overall happy with it
Both are excellent choices!!! 😃
I totally agree with you!
I just got my glacier white All wheel drive GT line with heated seats heated steering wheel
this baby stinger looks really nice
It really does depend on the person. Caught my K5 GT Line for $25500. I love it. I don't need all the extra stuff but i love how they offer it. 5 different trims. They knocked it out this year
How much is the more expensive one
Hopefully glovis America will get these k5s along with its gt model from ship port to process. I've only seen 2 at my job
What are your opinions between the K5 GT-line AWD and the K5 GT for a fun car to use for commuting and road trips?
Hey Joe, Will there be a hybrid K5 model?
Im getting the 2.5 when my Gen 3 SX gets old. I’ll be sad to see her go though, so much fun and power from a 2.0T
Thanks for letting me share it with you!
Why did they basically " detune" from that nasty 2.0T to the lower horse 1.6T? Is the car lighter? Love the looks ive got the.1
6T in my 2017 kia soul exclaim though. Love the reviews!
Keith Baker basically it comes down to EPA numbers, every automaker is being pressed to make more and more eco friendly cars which as you’d expect detracts from performance and power, although we’re still supposed to see a Turboed 2.5L K5 this year, which will be an awesome car if they stay true to that promise. With a power plant like that you could expect to see tuned numbers around 390-420 with mods.
Wondering if they'll add a v6 next time or even heat back seats that be a bonus plus do you have a very fast drone or an invisible car cause I see nothing infront of you yet a screen showing the k5 and same vehicle passing you?!
I just bought the EX model yesterday and I enjoy the hell out of it, great review !!
How much you pay for it
After a few months, whats your review so far?
bought one yesterday, love it, but I loved my Optima also.
@@donnaq7626 Hi Donna.. may I ask which trim level? And, too personal to ask what you paid, but do you think you got a good deal?
@@chuckfan1 EX with premium package in everlasting silver which is a gorgeous color. Different in all lighting. Ended up right around $30 which is incredibly only a few hundred off from my 2014 Optima, craziest thing. Ended up getting a home link thrown in too for opening garages doors. Can't believe it didn't come standard with that. Anyway, awesome ride.
Also another difference with the LED headlights. On the EX they are reflector Style, on the GT Line you will get projector Style lights
i love one of the red the k5 comes in its beatiful
It’s odd that the signals are flashing at different rates. I can remember a time when changing out the signal flasher could change the attitude of the whole car. The yellow and blue plastic ones made so many different sounds. The ones that flashed quickly equated to speed, like a Chevelle or Camaro, while the LTD’s and Town Cars equated to sedate dry luxury and flashed verrry slowwwly. I am REALLY GETTING OLD, aren’t I? Thanks for the great video.
I know exactly what you mean lol
The camera makes the LED lights look weird like that. They blink in a solid regular, normal pattern in person. And yes. Like you, I remember cheap cars had loud signal clicks, while premium cars were a soft pleasant click. I have my parents 58 cadillac they bought in 1960. It still has the original flasher and the tick is very pleasant, just as you would expect in a cadillac.
Do you have the 2022 gt vs the 2022 ex? I bought a 2022 gt recently and I love it
I extremely love bumper on gt line
I have a 2022 Kia K5 EX. My center taillights doesn’t illuminate, but I see other K5’s with them on.
I could be wrong but I think the smaller size screen has wireless CarPlay correct me if wrong please
How do i change to AWD for just the GT style. I know that the GT-line has the option but what about GT
7:20 which country are you located in? I don't see any AWD variant for the EX (at least for 2022) in the US
If they add the digital gauges and the push button transmission like the sonata, I’d buy one