2021 Kia K5 Review // Mid-size with standard AWD
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This is a Motormouth Couple Car Review of the all-new 2021 Kia K5 mid-size sedan. The K5 is a 5-passenger sedan with a 1.6L turbo 4-cylinder engine and an 8 speed automatic transmission with 180 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of Torque. AWD is standard in Canada but FWD options in the US. The Kia K5 sedan is the replacement to the Kia Optima, this new name is the Global name for this Korean car in other parts of the world. The K5 is also a shared platform with the Hyundai Sonata sedan. The K5 is available as a GT trim with a powerful turbo 2.5l 4-cylinder engine featuring 290hp but that car is only available with FWD, which is a very strange packaging choice for Kia. The K5 has a capable 1.6L turbo that does performa well when the car is in the mid-rev range. Mid-size sedan sales have been falling and companies like Kia have been adding more content to keep buyers interested like standard AWD, a turbocharged engine and an interior that puts some premium brands to shame. The infotainment screen is a standard 8-inch unit or the optional 10.25-inch unit found in this test car. The upside to a sedan is plenty of rear legroom, a big trunk and a ride that is much more comfortable on longer trips.
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Do you prefer this or the Hyundai Sonata?
Definitely this. Sonata is overdone. This is so much more cohesive. That back-end looks amazing.
Sonata.. it looks way more mature and upscale
K5 exterior, sonata interior
I prefer the exterior styling of the K-5 but I prefer the more powerful engine that we reviewed in the N-Line Sonata.
@@andreaspencer9813 very good review :) fun & fantastic 👍 are these available in the U.S market?
I love how the conversation is balanced between the both of you rather than Zack doing most of the commentary despite the car business' partiality towards men. Andrea is so knowledgeable. Great review!
Hi there, it's Andrea, thank you so much. Glad you are enjoying our reviews.
i agree!
Very good review, as usual. I bought a new K5 GT LINE with premium package in passion red 2 weeks ago. I really like it. Plenty of power, comfortable, drives well, and is a great freeway cruiser. Good looking in and out, and I have already had 4 people come up to me when getting gas telling me I have a great looking car!
Love your show. Best car review show, by far!
As a older car enthusiasts and a K5 gt-line owner, I love the T handle shifter, reminds me of my B&M quick shifter in my old Z28 Camaro
This car looks amazing. Looking forward to a review of the GT.
I like the K5 over the Sonata. Great review too! I prefer the styling more on this car. It's great value packed with a ton of features. Overall it's impressive, but I'd need to have the larger engine.
Getting a KIA K5 GT Line AWD in sapphire blue tomorrow! Very excited. I test drove the 2WD version today and they're getting the AWD for me from another dealer. I think it will be worth it at any time of year. Reviews have said the torque from the turbo causes wheel spin very easily in this car without AWD.
I find it the better looker. Bonus points for suggesting a car over a suv. Gas savings rollover from a side impact, just a good choice. Great review folks. I was expecting the new kia logo.....oh well bet it will b there next yr.
Great job again guys, always a good watch! Now if they could just make an awesome looking hot hatch.!!!!!!
You guys have the best reviews, so detailed and clean! Thank you, Gabe from New Jersey!
Glad you like them!
i dont get why you dont have more subscribers.. you guys are great..
Thanks for that!
I believe that I would absolutely consider buying this new K5 sedan. But then again I also... I believe that if it were offered as an Estate (station wagon), I would actually show up at my local KIA dealership with my cheque book.... which is something I rarely say. Thanks for the video.
Very good review... Im looking forward to purchase one like this if available in the U.S market... Thank you for the great review & all of your reviews are fun & fantastic👍😊
this brand has come quantum leaps in the last 10 years or so...nice solid mid size sedan..but with people flocking to SUV for some reason..hope they sell enough to keep improving them..nice review..
Agreed. We spent a week in an LXS and was so impressed we kicked off our channel with a POV driving review.
great review again! This Kia looks fantastic, but I have to admit as someone with s SUV and truck, going back to a sedan with trunk would be tough. Hockey gear, or skiis, snowboards, trips to home depot etc. I do think its a missed opportunity to not make it a hatch like big brother Stinger - definitely increases cargo space.
Much better looking than the Sonata. Great review guys.
It's a nice car! I like the color.
I ordered my first Kia, just waiting for it to be delivered
Awesome, congratulations!
@@andreaspencer9813 awesome car! Love your review :) can you try mivergaentuboca if possible...? Cheers!
How was your k5?
I think this K5 AWD is a real winner for Kia (as far as sedans go). I drive the one year only (Canada) Kia Stinger GT-Line 2.0T, and though I prefer the rear wheel based awd and better power...this would have been my second choice. Very similar interior and just great looks and value.
Still love sedans. Great review!
Nice car...awesome review Andrea and Zack!
Thanks so much, really happy you liked it.
I saw it at the dealer while getting an oil change and almost bought it. Looks bigger in real life.
Finally!!!!! 👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻 love the design of this kia
Love your Videos. You both balance and compliment each other perfectly
Great review on such a beautiful car Andrea & Zach.
Myself, I've been driving Hyundai's since 2001.
What things do you feel that Hyundai could improve on the current Sonata?
I have to agree that I am not a fan of the push button shifter. For me, it's a hill to die on.
It was so great to hear Kia brought it with AWD STANDARD for Canada (at a reasonable cost .. although I think few are buying it for the MSRP now) .. makes you understand how Kia/Hyundai really do try to get their customized research for the different regions. BTW there was a TH-cam of the AWD WRX and FWD Elantra N .. and the FWD did much better (mostly a better platform showing a better "engineering package").
Nice car. Thanks for the good review.
After.10 years with a suv, went back to a car. Alléluia!😀
Wow! Andrea you look stunning. Another fantastic review Andrea & Zack. You two are awesome 👌
Thank you so much! :) Glad you enjoyed it.
dang can kia do any wrong I don't think so not a sedan guy but got too say I like it good stuff you guys ..
Great car.Great review
Great review!!!! But I need to ask, is Andrea, Benjamin Button? what is the secret? She is somehow reverse aging and is looking like a 21 year old!! 😂 amazing and the brains to go with it!! Great job Zach & Andrea!!
Awww thank you so much, you are very kind. :) So glad you enjoyed the review.
Andrea and Zack, would you guys choose this over the Accord?
The Sonata looks great load up
I had this car as a rental in the southwest. Really impressed with this car. That turbocharged engine was plenty peppy and the transmission was super smooth!
Also, wireless Apple CarPlay is the most convenient feature ever.
Agreed. We did the same and was so impressed we kicked off our channel with a POV review.
Salut. Great, nice report. You both look as the perfect couple. A bientôt.
Thank you! 😃
Not interested in the car but like watching your reviews.
The front of the car really reminds of the front of the Mitsubishi Gallant from yesteryear, which is a great look!
Nice car. I think I would wait for the EV6.
Awesome video guys! Perhaps you should try comparing Mazda 3 to K-5 tho. Gas mileage is awesome. 👍🏻👍🏻👊🏻👊🏻
Thanks for watching, glad you enjoyed it. :)
@@andreaspencer9813 I am enjoy it very much Andrea! 👍🏻👍🏻 You are very welcome Andrea! 👍🏻👊🏻
Thanks for your professional review ... My question is why in comparing, you chose the Mazda 3, and not the Mazda 6 ? In this size of cars, the Mazda 6 is the right one for consideration.. Is not?
I think they were comparing cars that have AWD. The 6 doesn't have that.
Thank you very much! We chose AWD vehicles.
They were comparing AWD sedan. The Mazda 6 doesn't have AWD but the 3 does.
The next Mazda 6 will most likely have an AWD option.
@@mrslcom the next Mazda 6 is gonna be an inline 6 cylinder and rwd
I’ll still take a Mazda 6 Hello Andrea. Is it not surprising that the subscribers peaked when Andrea came a board
The 6 is too outdated, I went with the K5, simply a great car ❤️
What a beautiful sedan. It is a really attractive design.
We spent a week in an LXS and was so impressed we kicked off our channel with a POV driving review.
I bought the K5 last March in 2001 and I really do like it it just has one issue that is really bothersome to me and that is the phone radio system it really is no good at all it's hard to use you can't use your phone unless you plug it into the car and then the phone gets hot which also means you can't use Spotify or anything unless it is totally plugged into the car unfortunately that part is annoying I don't get to listen to my music as much as I like to because my phone will get too hot and I'm afraid it's going to bust my phone but I do like the ride the look in the feel of the car is very nice
Is this as good as a Mazda?
K5 or Legacy for me. It's a close call but leaning towards the Legacy
They have the 2.5T AWD in the Sorento.
Andrea you are absolutely a fashion statement. The way you dress for your vids is awesome, my daughter watches your vids not for the car reviews. She says you are a classy lady and extremely beautiful. My wife and I appreciate that in you She has a fashion role model she respects and looks up too. Thank you sincerely ma'am.
Wow, thank you so much, what a wonderful compliment. I am honoured that you feel this way about me and that your daughter respects and looks up to me. Thank you for your support, I really appreciate it. So glad you are all enjoying the videos. Take care and stay safe.
i so much agree with u both, the sonata looks awful. the interior not so bad. the K5 is much better, interior and exterior. very good review !!
Are the dct turbo transmission engines better then ivt transmission engines
Hmm. This is a 1.6 liter turbo engine with a regular 8 speed automatic transmission. A Kia Soul has a a CVT transmission. We have POV reviews of both types.
I like the Sonata's interior better. It's just cleaner, more modern, sleeker. The K5 is nice, but I think the Sonata is nicer. The Sonata's exterior makes more of a statement either, love it or hate it. And I don't understand the appeal of the flat-bottom steering wheel. What's the point? The K5 is a nice car but I liked the original Optima best. It was the most unique. The Stinger looks like a sleek version of the original Optima.
I'd pick the Nissan Altima if they got rid of the CVT. It's coming though, Nissan is tired of the customer complaints of the CVT and have started producing vehicles with the ZF 9HP transmission.
Any idea why they changed the name? Losing brand recognition vs. trying to move upmarket would be my guess.
The name isn't really change. Optima is called k5 in Europe and Korea.
So when does Andrea get her hands on the 2022 Stinger?
A few weeks
Love the review.... Be careful with JD power... These studies are usually based on initial quality....
The Koreens have a lot of reliability issues through their whole lineup.
Beautiful car, but I owned one and it was a total nightmare.
Keep up the great work!
Some models, yes. I'm on my fifth one with over 500k combined miles, and all of them have been bulletproof. Knock on wood.
@@chuckwalla2967 Good To hear that you have had a good experience... Here in Quebec the dealers are full with faulty CVT's after only a few thousand KM's and also engine issues..
Gabriele di you saying kia has reliability issues, have you ever heard of Mercedes Benz BMW or Range Rovers $100,000 dollars vehicle's that stays in the shop fact do your research.
@@polofunk Well...... Did you watch the whole review... There was a question asked about the reliabitly of Kia.....
Where the comparing it to a Mercedez Landrover???? Not to my knowledge!
Perhaps before telling ppl to do research, you should actually watch the review and make your point accordingly.
The fact that someone says that the Koreen brands have very serious reliability issues is common knowledge to those who actually follow the car scene.
I eat, sleep and love everything that has to do with 4 wheels...
I have dozens of examples of regular ppl who can't afford Mercedez or landrovers buying brand new Kia's and Hyundai's that have MAJOR ISSUES from the get go...
They brands try and hide all the horror stories with their electric brands, dual clutch nightmares, engines popping g after 1 year of ownership.... These are all examples that common car shows have talked about repeatedly, not to mention my many neighbors that have had such terrible experiences...
For all of you that have had a great experience, I'm happy for you... But please...... You Cannot compare Kia and Hyundai to Toyota an Lexus for reliability
They are value brands with long warranties for reason!! If they didn't offer them nobody would take the chance...
@@gabrieledimatteo4888 my 15 civic si was one of the worst vehicles I’ve ever owned for reliability, great car for fun driving but man it was a hunk of junk. My 2020 veloster hasn’t given me any real issues. Sucks you had a bad experience, Nissan, Honda have both had issues with their cvts I’d avoid any cvt like the plague lol. One thing most people can’t argue with the Korean cars is that they back them up 10 years standard warranty. Honda won’t do that. Good, bad or ugly it’s tough to argue the value these cars bring for the money. It was enough to tempt me into buying one.
How does the audio system sound like in the GT Line? And how does it compare to the audio system in the full GT?
I just bought a GT LINE with premium package in passion red last week.the stereo is quite decent if you go into the adjustments. Place treble to number 9. Place midrange to number 6, and bass to number 8. Thats what I have done and I'm satisfied with it.
@@johnfranklin5277 does it get loud enough though i rented Kia / Hyundai in the past and their stereos never really got loud enough
I have a 2022 KIA Forte GT, and I have rear vents. I don't get it!!!!
This is very well car
Look guys, It is incorrect to compare this car with BMW manufacturer. First and foremost because the main competitor in this class will be a BMW 5 series that has the start price in the base trim over 63 grand, meanwhile Kia K5 base trim has around 30 grand. That means you will get 2 Kias instead of the one BMW. My point is that this car absolutely worth its money.
Agreed. We spent a week in an LXS and was so impressed we kicked off our channel with a POV driving review.
Are you guys in On or BC? I thought BC but this car has ON plates.
I see that it's Ontario; as evidenced by the 4-letter/3-number format. If I'm not mistaken, Ontario is the only jurisdiction in North America with that letter/number set-up. Ontario tried new plates sometime last year, but went back to the old design. (4/18/2021)
I would compare the K5 to a Passat but at the same time with the Kia size wise is close to a larger sedan and with AWD, you can compare it to another Volkswagen, the Arteon.
I need to replace my 2015 Taurus SEL in a couple years, I'm 300lbs (solid muscle 😉) and 6 ft tall...curious if this has as much room as the Taurus in the front seat?
P.S.- I cannot stand SUV's 😑 and trucks are way overpriced!!
Canada only 5 years warranty but in the USA 10 years ?
5 years, 60.000 mile bumper to bumper warranty, 10 year, 100.000 mile power train warranty to the ORIGINAL OWNER.
a Peugeot 508?
They should make the k5 as a wagon and a Sedan
Nice Charger
The K5 is wayyyyy better than the Sonata
They really need to put AWD in the 2.5L models
I'm here for nightlife only. That segment alone sells me the car
Thanks, glad you like it!
no CVT engine, Correct?
CVT is a transmission not an engine.
1.6 liter Turbo 4 cylinder engine and an 8 speed torque converter automatic transmission. We spent a week in an LXS and was so impressed we kicked off our channel with a POV driving review.
Correct me if I'm wrong- but those are *faux* leather seats. At least they are in the US where you can't even get the GT with real leather.
Exactly! The sonata has real leather and the K5 has Faux leather
The EX Trim is actually better than the GT Line Trim because it comes with more standard options than the GT Line.
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Isn't as good looking, starts at 29.000 and the get it all package is another 3.200, its not a better deal, you're paying for it, add tax, license and dock fees and you looking at about 35.000 bucks.
@@johnfranklin5277 Actually I have the EX and only paid 31k out the door with the Premium Package. It’s a classier version of the K5 with more luxury.
Zack you're right about reliability. Just get the Accord right? But people always want to feel like they are "getting away" with some other car that's cheaper or more stylish (hence the research & watching your channel), or like J-walking or flirting with somebody who is not their S-O or cheating taxes. It's just peoples' nature. albeit a very bad one.
@Aztec Fan1 Agree 100%. My Honda Accord v6 was close to $40,000. and the quality/dealer support was sorrowfully missing. Still havn't gotten the car "pulling" to the right fixed. After 3 Accords, this will be my last! Correct, Honda is not the same anymore!
It's small. Compare the dimensions to other midsized sedans. It even has 2 inches less rear legroom than the new civic. It's barely midsized and closer to the compact segment than anything. Hell, even the new Elantra has more rear legroom and it's basically made by the same company in a supposedly smaller segment. How does that make sense?
Camry feels most spacious to me out of Altima, Malibu, Sonata, K5.
I do think the Elantra feels just as spacious as the above and its a segment smaller.
I like how you changed the standard feature part.
Oh glad you liked it, we will be doing this moving forward.
wow, im going back to sedan
im done with SUVs
Sedans are cheaper to buy, cheaper to maintain, cheaper on gas, and cruise better on the highway. We love the time in our and did a POV review over on our channel.
I came for Andrea. I don’t care what car she is in. She is hot!
Need a drink of water? you seem kinda thirsty.
Dressing like Sarah-In-Tuned ?
Love that it has a traditional shifter, but that has to be the WORST design possible in contrast compared to the rest of the interior. They looked like they took it out of a 2006 Nissan Frontier and plunked it into this futuristic car. I don't understand the decision at all. It actually aggravates me so much that if I purchased this (I wouldn't, not an auto car guy) I would definitely install a 3rd party more modern shifter.
Yea. It is different. After spending a week in one it was kinda nice to have that chunky shifter. Does grow on you. At least it did for us.
Those innuendos though...
Too bad it didn't get Kia's new badging.
Change it. Diy
Nice looking car, but still too much cheap plastic on the interior. I don't mind plastic but the plastic in kia's has always felt very thin and feels like it could break at any moment.
It certainly doesn't feel or look inferior in the k5. How long has it been since you were inside one??
@@johnfranklin5277 Yesterday, and multiple times a week. A family member has one.
@@johnfranklin5277 A family member of mine loves these cars. They have owned the 3 previous versions of Optima and now the K5. Never had any problem with them mechanically, but I've never liked the interior plastics. I have an Infiniti and Toyota and the interiors on both of those cars is far superior IMO.
Kia should continue the K# naming system.
K2 = rugged mountain climbing SUV
K9P = SUV for people with dogs
I wouldn't be surprised if the next Rio became K1, and the next Forte became either K3 or K4. The Cadenza just recently became the K8, but unfortunately, the K8 is not coming to the U.S. (4/18/2021)
K5 looks almost as upscaled as Mazda3.
Agrees. We spent a week in an LXS and was so impressed we kicked off our channel with a POV driving review.
The Mazda 3 has been a sales flop for Mazda. Never see any on the road, and I'm in car country. Southern California. When they removed the independent rear suspension in this generation, and put an old fashioned twist beam back there, the fanboys deserted them in droves. Unfortunately, I heard they are very close to filing for bankruptcy.
add that AWD to the GT and add an alternate interior color to the black that's offered (that's not red) and then we are talking!
this had awful reliability , not sure if it still does but consumer reports gave multiple 1 out of 5 for electronic reliability.
Damn and who is this cutie?
“Mazda for your consideration, even thought it’s a smaller vehicle” translation, if you’re going to spend $28-30 … get a Mazda lmfaoooo
People hate exhaust tips or fake ones? Hope you meant fake ones because there is a huge business of exhaust tips🤦♂️
I don't understand what's up with KIA. I have a 2022 KIA Forte GT, which has the same engine as this K5, but mine puts out 201 hp. My car weights slightly over 3,000 lbs. The K5 is 2 to 3 hundred pounds heavier, but KIA tunes the engine to put out 180 hp. No reason whatsoever for this stupidity. This KONA which also has the same engine puts out 195.
Leather? More like synthetic material simulating leather look.
@Aztec Fan1 @Aztec Fan1 Just starting my dumb comments career but you are already at Olympic level.
She clearly says it comes with LEATHER seats, did you miss that? Hearing aid batteries at low level?
Correct. At least in the US real leather seats are not an available option on any version of the K5, "synthetic leather" (vinyl) is offered instead. The Sonata offers real leather!
@@Bill.K same in Canada, no leather interior on any K5.
Synthetic leather? Plant based meat? Vegan ice cream? LOL
just fyi, it's faux leather in the K5
Thats ok by me. My GT LINE fake leather feels very good, and substantial. Ive had expensive cars with real leather, and this is almost as nice. Think it will be very durable and look good for many years. I already had the windows tinted with 99 % UV reduction, so the sun won't be harming the interior.
@@johnfranklin5277 my concern with fake leather is that you tooshie and back may get sweaty easier than leather.. it technically should.. maybe they're improving this issue and who knows.. warmer weather is here, so I'd appreciate reply soon here on that.
@@rpmautoreviews9249 the GT LINE has leatherette all around the seats, but cloth in the seating areas. Looks good. I live in the southern California desert area and it's already been over 100.deg. of course I'm running the AC, but I have not noticed that issue. My Trans Am I bought new in 94 has real leather seats, and I found it looks good, but has always in the summer been miserable to get into and sit on when its 115, 120 degrees outside, and about 130 inside when sitting in the sun.. for about 10 minutes till the AC gets the temp inside down. When it comes to comfort in summer, and winter, cloth is much more comfortable to sit on.
Hubby looks scared as 💩... driving aggressively? 😜
Lots of issues with the new k5
I've had my GT LINE with premium package a year now. 0 problems, 0 issues.
@@johnfranklin5277hey how was your k5 now? Any issue? Is it leased or finance?
Bad decision from Kia is skipping on the rear AC vents especially if you have kids
Agreed. We noticed this in our POV review. But very impressed overall.
I watched just to see the hot chick, AND then subscribed for the same reason.
why do Americans call a saloon a sedan. weird....
A saloon is a place where you get a drink!
1.6 liter engine- my bladder has more capacity than 1.6 liters
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Got turned down in finance didn't you.
@@johnfranklin5277 KIA Kotex Injected Anally
I don’t like the back, it look’s ugly
The headlights are shameful steal from Acura TLX. It is an exact copy with very lazy minor changes that don't fool anyone. Shame on Kia! You have zero character