@@ACCELER8TV surprising many people on the road is the fun part. Some other owner claims 4.88 sec 0-60 with summer tires and 93 octane. I haven't tested but yeah.... It's fast. Torque steer is not that bad either. It does feel faster in full auto than with paddle shifters. All the tech we get... Unbeatable package. Especially for us Canadians.
Kia nailed it with the k5 GT. So much value/performance for your dollar wrapped in a great looking package! Kia definitely starting to turn heads and make amazing vehicles!
unbelievable how fast Hyundai and Kia grow and build better and better cars and the new EV´s they come this and next year look Amazing, I have a 2019 Ceed and I´m very happy the car drives so good.
Exactly 💯! I haven't been able to locate a GT anywhere. Maybe the US hasn't gotten this trim level yet 🤔. A ton a GT-Lines out there. There are h/w Sonata N's all over so not too sure what's going on there
I totally agree. Even the dealer don’t have one and it’s incredibly frustrating. I was looking to upgrade from my gt line but that seems to be impossible
This channel is so unique and awesome! I feel his effort how much he puts on the video quality and depth of the review!!! He is like Kia/Hyundai/Genesis is going their own path raising the bar and the uniqueness!!! Awesome~ Awesome ~ Awesome~
Great review ! In the US we only get the black interior in the GT as well. No HUD, heated windshield, or digital dash. The Korean market version gets all that and a 360 camera. I want the GT for the extra horsepower/fun factor, but am willing to wait for a another 1-2 years hoping they add these features along with AWD or a limited slip. By then I may change my mind to their awesome EV6 due out later this year especially the EV6 GT !!! I own a Telluride SX Prestige for the last 2 years and it's been a dream car without the costs associated with fancy badges. KIA is killing it and I am a believer !
I'm a KIA fan as well having owned two Sorentos in the last decade. But I wouldn't be optimistic about KIA adding features available in Korea to the US version of the K5. Every automaker equips their vehicles for a specific national market to meet a price point that depends largely on the competition they face in that market. KIA not only has a "home field advantage" in the Korean market; they face virtually no competition from Japanese brands that either have minuscule sales or none at all in Korea. (There are historical reasons for that situation. See WWII.) Adding the features you cite in the US would eliminate any price advantage KIA enjoys compared to Honda, Toyota, Nissan, or Subaru. And as much as KIA has erased the brand's image as a "cheap" vehicle in the US, it is still seen as a "value" leader. A price point higher than a Honda Accord 2.0L Touring model or a Camry V6 XSE isn't in the cards for KIA. If you're looking for some of the features you cite, consider the KIA Stinger with its new 2.5L turbo base engine and AWD. It's the same engine offered in the K5 GT and with AWD has an MSRP only slightly more than the K5 GT.
I am confusion😂😂. Why this channel doesn't have a million subs. Can someone please tell me? Btw, this car is amazing. I personally have the Gt-line AWD in states. Very happy with my car!!!
Just got a 2023 K5 GT with the GT1 package in Wolf Gray, with every option available (in the U.S.) There are some big differences from the car in this video. No full digital dash is available. Analog gauges only, with a small info screen wedged in the middle. No HUD is available. Also, no Homelink mirror is available for the 2022 K5 even though it was available in the 2021 model. It looks like you can include it in a factory order on the Kia website, but you can't. I guess Kia intended to offer it but then changed their mind and just never updated their website. It's not available as a dealer installed option either and it's not listed in the OEM parts catalog. There are some other weird cost saving choices that Kia made from the Optima. No longer is there an interior handle to close the trunk. You have to actually grab the paint to close it. Also the rear window sun shades have been deleted. That said, the car still has loads of tech, looks great and is a blast to drive. As so many have mentioned, I don't know why Kia chose to offer their highest HP model without AWD or even a limited slip differential, but you only really notice it if you mash the throttle off the line.
Don't feel too bad. The additional power of the K5 GT introduces significant issues of wheel hop and torque steer under heavy acceleration that the lower trim version doesn't have, especially if it's fitted with AWD. Not much point in a more powerful engine if you can't access its potential.
Hey! Kudos for hitting the critical points about the K5 GT, especially the reason that AWD isn't offered on this top trim K5, just as it isn't offered on the rival Camry or Altima. And in the case of the KIA there's another factor, the existence of the base level Stinger GT-Line with the same engine and drivetrain as the K5 and available AWD at a price only slightly more than the K5 GT. More kudos for noting that the K5 lacks any form of limited slip differential in vehicle with nearly 300HP and over 300 ft lbs of torque. The wheel hop and torque steer that results can be "exciting" but it's more likely to result in a driver avoiding the use of the full power of the engine they've paid for. I'm a KIA fan, having owned two Sorentos over the last decade. And the K5 GT has much to recommend it. But if I were in the market I'd opt for the Stinger with the base engine and either RWD or AWD for only a slight premium over the K5.
Love my 22 K5 GT wolf grey with GT1 pack, I’ve had a 18 stinger gt2 awd, traded in my 17 A4 Quattro, and I’m happy, have a 21 Maxima Platinum and overall think the K5 is best overall for price
Better be doing it soon because Stinger is getting discontinued next year!! Not that it wasn't a good car. It's just that it wasn't selling as where the K-5 is. In 2018 Stinger damn near won car of the year. But for sub $50,000 price tag people go with what they know. Lexus, Audi and BMW in that range. But I'd say go for it as Stinger is an amazing car. If I had the money I would have gotten it myself. :)
Best car in it's class by far. The Camry, Accord, Altima, Mazda 6...you see them everywhere, and they look boring. Not a single car in this class can touch this cars performance, features, and warranty.
Just bout the GT line with GT1 package . Wolf gray but dealer ship charged me $almost $35000 went back to them but they refused to return the over charge amount, I am so pissed 😤
The K5GT AWD is in my top two car considerations for spring 2022. FWIW: Mazda turbos that run on 87 octane produce 26-29hp less than running on premium. The audio systems in most cars doesn't sound right without adjusting the faders and eq. Flat setting+ factory fade is centered behind the driver. Ugh.
The 12.3 is the digital cluster not the center screen the center is advertised as 10.25 fir clarification i had one of the very first ones in canada in white hittin 11k on it love it. Great car
Hey! I have been watching all ur vid and became ur fan. Ur vid also great or SUPER GREAT so keep up the great work! Thank you for all the spirit for car.
The funny thing is that we don't get digital display on the dash, it's analog and no blind spot view camera, and a small monitor in the mid dash. US market be like that..
I live in the States. The K5 GT sells for around $39K and my fully loaded GT-LINE AWD (with gt1 pkg) was $34K. That's a $5K difference. Now you have to factor in auto insurance which is much higher on the more powerful K5 variant. It's not really a $600 difference (in the States) as you alluded to in your video. Btw, I thought your video was very through in the coverage of the differences regarding the GT vs GT-LINE.
I got a very interesting question for you. I live in alberta Canada it snow here if I would buy a kia k5 what would you recommend for hot and cold conditions. Would winter tires will do good on a k5 GT ?? Or need to get a GT line thanks.
I would buy the GT. People are complaining about not having AWD but depending on where you live you have to ask yourself do I really find myself in situations where it would benefit to have AWD. Your talking about more weight, less mpg and cost more. Think about it as an everyday driver your not going to always go full throttle from a stop light or a stop sign. Your not going to always take corners aggressively and your not going to track days this car. So as a daily driver your not going to find yourself in situations that often where AWD will benefit. This car is good at highway merging has lots of features for the money a great warranty and good unique sporty looks. And if you haven't seen the GT model in person then you are missing out. My only gripe with the GT is more exterior and interior colors.
The GT doesn't have AWD for a simple reason and it's the same reason that Toyota doesn't offer it on V6 Camry and Nissan doesn't offer AWD on their turbo Altima. The "take rate" for performance versions of mainstream midsize sedans is so low that investment in AWD that would complicate production and add cost makes no sense. For example, only 5% of all Camrys sold in the US have the 300 HP V6 engine. That amounts to about 15,000 vehicles but if Toyota doesn't see a market for an AWD V6 Camry, it would be ridiculous for brands like KIA to invest in it.
@@stephenhendricks103 right exactly. I'd buy a K5 GT in a heart beat even though it's only front wheel drive. No body is moaning over the hell cats I mean they are RWD and they have trouble putting power down. All that power and they get smoked by a less powerful car, from a dig anyway. But no one is saying oh it doesn't have AWD it's so poor it's a no go for me.
@@RunEmDownTony That's a bit apples and oranges since the issue with FWD architecture is that the front wheels must control both steering and power delivery simultaneously and under acceleration the weight transfer to the rear aggravates the difficulty of that task. That's not nearly as problematic in RWD architecture where the tasks are split between the front and rear wheels. That doesn't mean, of course, that vehicles such as the Hellcat with 700 HP have an easy time of it. I've been driving FWD cars for MANY years, going back to a Saab 96 in the late 1960's. The design has a number of advantages in smaller, lighter vehicles with limited power. In such vehicles putting weight over the front wheels fitted with winter tires achieves nearly as much as AWD vehicles in inclement weather. But when HP and torque reaches or exceeds, say 300 of each, some means of dealing with the dual tasks of steering and power delivery is highly recommended for more than simply dealing with ice and snow. That's aa less problmatic issue in a RWD vehicle since the weight transfer under acceleration puts additional weight over the rear wheels. For vehicles with a FWD design there are several solutions. The simplest approach is simply to limit power to the front wheels under hard acceleration typically with user controlled or hard wired traction control.. But that approach in vehicles like the Mazda6 impacts performance. (Despite its advantage in engine specs the "6" is slower to 60 mph than either the 2.0L Accord or the V6 Camry owing to its less sophisticated transmission and automatic power reduction under hard acceleration.) AWD is another approach but that is expensive and difficult to justify to consumers who don't face challenging weather conditions. Finally, there is a limited slip differential (mechanical or electronic) that largely eliminates the problem. For example, my GTI with stock HP and torque (228/258) provides an electronic LSD that's one of the reasons it handles so well for an FWD vehicle.
@@stephenhendricks103 right! I completely understand the characteristics of FWD and RWD. I know the limitations of them both as I own both. All I'm saying is your not going to try and drift the K5 GT around corners just like your not gonna be drifiting a Honda accord around corners. FWD cars can only handle so much when your asking the car to accelerate, turn and grip all while weight is being transferred to the back and side to side is a tall order on the front wheels. If your the type of person who constantly take corners hard and accelerate hard all the time from a stop or around corners then it's your fault that your looking to buy a FWD car. Don't complain about a high-powered FWD car when for your driving needs, you should be looking at RWD or AWD cars like the stinger etc.
@@RunEmDownTony Well, I'm too old to do much drifting. :) But I do cherish navigating twisting mountain roads in the Washington Cascades in my FWD GTI. And for that mission, the VW's electronically controlled version of an LSD makes a huge difference in handling.
My only complaint (as some one who sells kias) is that there isn’t enough weight upfront to put all that power down. Other than that it’s a great little car. Tires just squeal a lot lol
Hella nice review very enjoyable to watch. I have the Accord 2.0t touring if I was a few years younger I would probably own that Kia lol. I would love to race 1 of those K5 GT's & see what happens with my Accord because I have mine on stage 2 with K-tuner everything else is factory so I think it'd be a pretty close run
Mine runs just about 20 psi of boost I think factory it was around 13 or so the car feels much stronger. When I put it back to factory it just feels straight up slow lol. I don't really drive the 🚗💨 like that but when you need to get on it it's definitely there for you💯%
@@blacklyfe5543 Then why do you think different countries have different features from the same car? Americans focus on performance and the drivetrain unlike Asians that focuses on the design and comfort features. Hence why during situation like now where Kia can’t mass produce 2.5T DL3 to all DL3 markets chose NA.
Brand name speakers, like Bose, doesn't mean much anymore. There are hundreds of different types of Bose now. Which one did which car get? Who knows. Also, AWD feels like a marketing ploy nowadays. Most people really don't need it. It makes the car heavier. You lose more power to wheels. It's pretty much just for launching from a stop because either the car does not have boost by gear or the gearing ratio was not engineered to work correctly with all the torque so you get wheel slippage without AWD. For those who actually NEED AWD where they live, it's way better to have winter tires. AWD doesn't help with stopping the car.
It's certainly true that putting winter tires on a FWD equipped vehicle will provide much the same benefit as a AWD in inclement weather. But a good AWD system offers handling benefits beyond that advantage in a FWD automobile. I'm not surprised that KIA doesn't offer AWD in the K5 GT but the absence of some sort of LSD is a major weakness in a car with over 300 HP and Torque.
I don’t understand why the wold grey exterior/ red interior isn’t available on the full GT but is on the GT-line. Literally makes no sense and having a red interior is just as important to me as having the 290hp smh …
Would you get this over the K5 AWD GT-Line? Let us know why!
Yes.. And I did. Pure performance reasons.
@@george.giannop amazing!!
@@ACCELER8TV surprising many people on the road is the fun part. Some other owner claims 4.88 sec 0-60 with summer tires and 93 octane. I haven't tested but yeah.... It's fast. Torque steer is not that bad either. It does feel faster in full auto than with paddle shifters. All the tech we get... Unbeatable package. Especially for us Canadians.
Get the GT all the way! Just way more fun to drive with that turbo 4! Great review!
@@george.giannop are summer tires available in America for the GT k5 cause I only see that option for the sonata N line in America
Kia nailed it with the k5 GT. So much value/performance for your dollar wrapped in a great looking package! Kia definitely starting to turn heads and make amazing vehicles!
unbelievable how fast Hyundai and Kia grow and build better and better cars and the new EV´s they come this and next year look Amazing, I have a 2019 Ceed and I´m very happy the car drives so good.
U should have gotten a pro ceed
15-20 years and they are already better vehicles than American cars.
@@wongchai807 thats true.
2021 Kia K5 GT IS THE MOST BEAUTIFUL CAR I HAVE EVER SEEN
nice!
Surely after mazda3 hatch
Except for the logo!
@@mraln26 logo has been changed
not bad I agree
I’m so glad they didn’t put the rear turn signals in the bottom bumper 👏🏽 unlike many of the Hyundai Kia products 😔
You deserve a million subs
This production quality is insane! How do you guys not have at least 1 mil?
We really appreciate that. Tell all your car loving friends to subscribe! Haha.
Just give it time. As long as they keep this up it’ll catch on.
Hopefully!
We’re gonna run out of cars before that will happen! Cool to have the numbers, but better to have the comments
I agree. And the logo is just perfect, I enjoy looking at it:)
Love all the Kia/Hyundai reviews. I love seeing what they can do. And the b roll 🥵 wow
Thanks a lot man! Appreciate it!
The difference between the GT and the GT line is that you can actually find GT Lines
Exactly 💯! I haven't been able to locate a GT anywhere. Maybe the US hasn't gotten this trim level yet 🤔. A ton a GT-Lines out there. There are h/w Sonata N's all over so not too sure what's going on there
I totally agree. Even the dealer don’t have one and it’s incredibly frustrating. I was looking to upgrade from my gt line but that seems to be impossible
Facts lmao 🤣
This channel is so unique and awesome!
I feel his effort how much he puts on the video quality and depth of the review!!!
He is like Kia/Hyundai/Genesis is going their own path raising the bar and the uniqueness!!!
Awesome~ Awesome ~ Awesome~
You make car reviews make my 4k tv look good . Great quality ,keep it up.
Ya we try! Our computers are working overtime
@@ACCELER8TV yes i can tell . You put some movies to shame.
Great review ! In the US we only get the black interior in the GT as well. No HUD, heated windshield, or digital dash. The Korean market version gets all that and a 360 camera. I want the GT for the extra horsepower/fun factor, but am willing to wait for a another 1-2 years hoping they add these features along with AWD or a limited slip. By then I may change my mind to their awesome EV6 due out later this year especially the EV6 GT !!! I own a Telluride SX Prestige for the last 2 years and it's been a dream car without the costs associated with fancy badges. KIA is killing it and I am a believer !
Very keen perspective and I agree 1000% with you.
I'm a KIA fan as well having owned two Sorentos in the last decade. But I wouldn't be optimistic about KIA adding features available in Korea to the US version of the K5. Every automaker equips their vehicles for a specific national market to meet a price point that depends largely on the competition they face in that market. KIA not only has a "home field advantage" in the Korean market; they face virtually no competition from Japanese brands that either have minuscule sales or none at all in Korea. (There are historical reasons for that situation. See WWII.) Adding the features you cite in the US would eliminate any price advantage KIA enjoys compared to Honda, Toyota, Nissan, or Subaru. And as much as KIA has erased the brand's image as a "cheap" vehicle in the US, it is still seen as a "value" leader. A price point higher than a Honda Accord 2.0L Touring model or a Camry V6 XSE isn't in the cards for KIA.
If you're looking for some of the features you cite, consider the KIA Stinger with its new 2.5L turbo base engine and AWD. It's the same engine offered in the K5 GT and with AWD has an MSRP only slightly more than the K5 GT.
No that's not true they have it in chestnut too.
Killing It Again!
You know it!
Test drove one a few weeks ago and definitely getting it! Should have my K5 GT by the end of summer, I can’t wait!
Beauty!
Need that new Kia logo badge on it
I can't wait to trade my Optima SX in for this thing! Way to go KIA!
killin it again!
Just get a used Stinger 3.3TT. Thank me later.
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I am confusion😂😂. Why this channel doesn't have a million subs. Can someone please tell me? Btw, this car is amazing. I personally have the Gt-line AWD in states. Very happy with my car!!!
Thanks Eugene! Haha, tell everyone you know to subscribe, every subscription helps us!
@@ACCELER8TV absolutely my man. You have one of the best car reviewing channel out there.
Just got a 2023 K5 GT with the GT1 package in Wolf Gray, with every option available (in the U.S.) There are some big differences from the car in this video. No full digital dash is available. Analog gauges only, with a small info screen wedged in the middle. No HUD is available. Also, no Homelink mirror is available for the 2022 K5 even though it was available in the 2021 model. It looks like you can include it in a factory order on the Kia website, but you can't. I guess Kia intended to offer it but then changed their mind and just never updated their website. It's not available as a dealer installed option either and it's not listed in the OEM parts catalog. There are some other weird cost saving choices that Kia made from the Optima. No longer is there an interior handle to close the trunk. You have to actually grab the paint to close it. Also the rear window sun shades have been deleted. That said, the car still has loads of tech, looks great and is a blast to drive. As so many have mentioned, I don't know why Kia chose to offer their highest HP model without AWD or even a limited slip differential, but you only really notice it if you mash the throttle off the line.
Just bought my 2022 Kia K5 Gt in Wolf Grey! Can’t wait to get it in 1 week!!!
Congrats!!!
Would love to see a sonata n line review from you guys!
Just bought this car today(pre-owned), collecting next Wednesday. I'm glad it has great reviews
Congrats!!
I should waited a little bit longer for the GT. I currently have the GT-Line in Sapphire Blue 2 months ago🔥🔥🔥
Don't feel too bad. The additional power of the K5 GT introduces significant issues of wheel hop and torque steer under heavy acceleration that the lower trim version doesn't have, especially if it's fitted with AWD. Not much point in a more powerful engine if you can't access its potential.
I've complemented it before but the shots in your reviews are always awesome. Feels like your watching a commercial (in a good way)
Thanks Norris! We really appreciate it!
acceler8 you have come a long way
from only audi reviews to every other brand now
nice
This channel is AWESOME! Love your reviews
Appreciate that!!!
Kia has stepped up there game big time
Hey! Kudos for hitting the critical points about the K5 GT, especially the reason that AWD isn't offered on this top trim K5, just as it isn't offered on the rival Camry or Altima. And in the case of the KIA there's another factor, the existence of the base level Stinger GT-Line with the same engine and drivetrain as the K5 and available AWD at a price only slightly more than the K5 GT. More kudos for noting that the K5 lacks any form of limited slip differential in vehicle with nearly 300HP and over 300 ft lbs of torque. The wheel hop and torque steer that results can be "exciting" but it's more likely to result in a driver avoiding the use of the full power of the engine they've paid for.
I'm a KIA fan, having owned two Sorentos over the last decade. And the K5 GT has much to recommend it. But if I were in the market I'd opt for the Stinger with the base engine and either RWD or AWD for only a slight premium over the K5.
Well said mate!
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Love my 22 K5 GT wolf grey with GT1 pack, I’ve had a 18 stinger gt2 awd, traded in my 17 A4 Quattro, and I’m happy, have a 21 Maxima Platinum and overall think the K5 is best overall for price
Moving from Texas to Florida, looking at the Stinger GT1 and 2 as well as this GT!
Better be doing it soon because Stinger is getting discontinued next year!! Not that it wasn't a good car. It's just that it wasn't selling as where the K-5 is. In 2018 Stinger damn near won car of the year.
But for sub $50,000 price tag people go with what they know. Lexus, Audi and BMW in that range. But I'd say go for it as Stinger is an amazing car. If I had the money I would have gotten it myself. :)
K5 GT- LINE all the way 💪🏾💪🏾💪🏾 that AWD makes a huge difference in the winter
Kia K5 I think it's going to be my next car. Also I love the music at the end of this video. You have some awesome music on your video.
the 12" screen is the instrument cluster
Best car in it's class by far. The Camry, Accord, Altima, Mazda 6...you see them everywhere, and they look boring. Not a single car in this class can touch this cars performance, features, and warranty.
Tbh I think it would make more sense to make the gt awd cuz the line has it and it would give it an edge over the competition
There are not many of these K5 GTs in the U.S. Either these are selling quick or they just started shipping to dealers.
Just started!
Chip shortage
It's good to watch you're exploring new types and adding some more fun in your videos 📹
Keep it UP🥳
And mainly love from INDIA 🇮🇳♥
Appreciate that Kaushal!
Definitely Kia K5 GT over the GT line. That's a no brainer. I might even get the K5 GT over the Volkswagen antion SEL premium 4 motion.
If i need AWD i will get the Sorento 2.5T AWD. same powertrain.
Just bout the GT line with GT1 package .
Wolf gray but dealer ship charged me $almost $35000 went back to them but they refused to return the over charge amount,
I am so pissed 😤
damn that b roll was pretty dope 👌
I have a Stinger now for a year and im so happy about it! Next car will be Kia!
Canadian GT owner here. It absolutely is a fantastic vehicle, no matter which way you slice it! I create excuses just to look at it.
🇨🇦 🍁 reppin
@@ACCELER8TV How is it for Canada winter? my only concern is the FWD not very safe in Canada winter, how do you feel about it?
Great review!
Thanks a lot!
The K5GT AWD is in my top two car considerations for spring 2022. FWIW: Mazda turbos that run on 87 octane produce 26-29hp less than running on premium.
The audio systems in most cars doesn't sound right without adjusting the faders and eq. Flat setting+ factory fade is centered behind the driver. Ugh.
The 12.3 is the digital cluster not the center screen the center is advertised as 10.25 fir clarification i had one of the very first ones in canada in white hittin 11k on it love it. Great car
FYI we don't get red interior in the ee.uu aswell only black gtline offers red
Very well done review
i dont know but i kinda love this one maybe because of its color and the word GT☺️
Damn I really love that garagee lighttttsss! So fireeee! It make cars look good. Youu need more than a mil sub.
Thanks so much!
With the wet duel clutch and All wheel drive the K5 GT be too heavy
Hey! I have been watching all ur vid and became ur fan. Ur vid also great or SUPER GREAT so keep up the great work! Thank you for all the spirit for car.
The funny thing is that we don't get digital display on the dash, it's analog and no blind spot view camera, and a small monitor in the mid dash. US market be like that..
i really really want this car but as for this one i am sad to live in europe cause they dont sell it here... for some reason idk
An AWD version of this would cut right into the STINGER''S sales. But they shoulda put AWD ON THIS 1 TOO
i agree, but total wheel spin is crazy!
If I could get any sedan right now I would for sure get this one
Here in the states we don’t get red in the GT just in the GT-Line
So it does come with a heads up display? Or is this for the non US cars?
Kia is Killing it. So much bang for your buck.
Japan and Germany are flailing. So little for your money.
Is it true that for any AWD K5 you can feel a little vibrating on your feet during driving off from a stop, in a low gear
Loved the review as always..great job man❣️
Thanks a ton!
I live in the States. The K5 GT sells for around $39K and my fully loaded GT-LINE AWD (with gt1 pkg) was $34K. That's a $5K difference. Now you have to factor in auto insurance which is much higher on the more powerful K5 variant. It's not really a $600 difference (in the States) as you alluded to in your video. Btw, I thought your video was very through in the coverage of the differences regarding the GT vs GT-LINE.
Overpriced. Would take the Hyundai n
Getting the 2022 gt for sure
Great review from Mauritius 🇲🇺
Thanks Sheldon!
I got a very interesting question for you.
I live in alberta Canada it snow here if I would buy a kia k5 what would you recommend for hot and cold conditions. Would winter tires will do good on a k5 GT ?? Or need to get a GT line thanks.
Tough.
I always buy more power over traction. But that’s me!
Cool intro and overall video.
Glad you enjoyed it!
I heard the GT does not have wireless Apple/Androind play? Can anyone confirm or deny this?
In the U.S. the 8inch screen gets wireless applecar play & android auto, oddly the 10.25inch screen you have them too but have to connect with wires.
True, rumors of an update that will allow wireless Android auto and Apple carplay have been swirling, but no date.
I would buy the GT. People are complaining about not having AWD but depending on where you live you have to ask yourself do I really find myself in situations where it would benefit to have AWD. Your talking about more weight, less mpg and cost more. Think about it as an everyday driver your not going to always go full throttle from a stop light or a stop sign. Your not going to always take corners aggressively and your not going to track days this car. So as a daily driver your not going to find yourself in situations that often where AWD will benefit. This car is good at highway merging has lots of features for the money a great warranty and good unique sporty looks. And if you haven't seen the GT model in person then you are missing out. My only gripe with the GT is more exterior and interior colors.
The GT doesn't have AWD for a simple reason and it's the same reason that Toyota doesn't offer it on V6 Camry and Nissan doesn't offer AWD on their turbo Altima. The "take rate" for performance versions of mainstream midsize sedans is so low that investment in AWD that would complicate production and add cost makes no sense. For example, only 5% of all Camrys sold in the US have the 300 HP V6 engine. That amounts to about 15,000 vehicles but if Toyota doesn't see a market for an AWD V6 Camry, it would be ridiculous for brands like KIA to invest in it.
@@stephenhendricks103 right exactly. I'd buy a K5 GT in a heart beat even though it's only front wheel drive. No body is moaning over the hell cats I mean they are RWD and they have trouble putting power down. All that power and they get smoked by a less powerful car, from a dig anyway. But no one is saying oh it doesn't have AWD it's so poor it's a no go for me.
@@RunEmDownTony That's a bit apples and oranges since the issue with FWD architecture is that the front wheels must control both steering and power delivery simultaneously and under acceleration the weight transfer to the rear aggravates the difficulty of that task. That's not nearly as problematic in RWD architecture where the tasks are split between the front and rear wheels. That doesn't mean, of course, that vehicles such as the Hellcat with 700 HP have an easy time of it.
I've been driving FWD cars for MANY years, going back to a Saab 96 in the late 1960's. The design has a number of advantages in smaller, lighter vehicles with limited power. In such vehicles putting weight over the front wheels fitted with winter tires achieves nearly as much as AWD vehicles in inclement weather. But when HP and torque reaches or exceeds, say 300 of each, some means of dealing with the dual tasks of steering and power delivery is highly recommended for more than simply dealing with ice and snow. That's aa less problmatic issue in a RWD vehicle since the weight transfer under acceleration puts additional weight over the rear wheels.
For vehicles with a FWD design there are several solutions. The simplest approach is simply to limit power to the front wheels under hard acceleration typically with user controlled or hard wired traction control.. But that approach in vehicles like the Mazda6 impacts performance. (Despite its advantage in engine specs the "6" is slower to 60 mph than either the 2.0L Accord or the V6 Camry owing to its less sophisticated transmission and automatic power reduction under hard acceleration.) AWD is another approach but that is expensive and difficult to justify to consumers who don't face challenging weather conditions. Finally, there is a limited slip differential (mechanical or electronic) that largely eliminates the problem. For example, my GTI with stock HP and torque (228/258) provides an electronic LSD that's one of the reasons it handles so well for an FWD vehicle.
@@stephenhendricks103 right! I completely understand the characteristics of FWD and RWD. I know the limitations of them both as I own both. All I'm saying is your not going to try and drift the K5 GT around corners just like your not gonna be drifiting a Honda accord around corners. FWD cars can only handle so much when your asking the car to accelerate, turn and grip all while weight is being transferred to the back and side to side is a tall order on the front wheels. If your the type of person who constantly take corners hard and accelerate hard all the time from a stop or around corners then it's your fault that your looking to buy a FWD car. Don't complain about a high-powered FWD car when for your driving needs, you should be looking at RWD or AWD cars like the stinger etc.
@@RunEmDownTony Well, I'm too old to do much drifting. :) But I do cherish navigating twisting mountain roads in the Washington Cascades in my FWD GTI. And for that mission, the VW's electronically controlled version of an LSD makes a huge difference in handling.
Yes it's Hot! I have one in Blue same color as this one in the video. Love it!
12.3 inch is ur digital clauster not the screen. Infotainment screen is 10.25
My only complaint (as some one who sells kias) is that there isn’t enough weight upfront to put all that power down. Other than that it’s a great little car. Tires just squeal a lot lol
That intro tho 👌🔥
Dope intro. Love your reviews
Much appreciated thank you!
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I want the power, but Kia reallllly needed to add the AWD to this.
Who's taking a sedan off road? Whocares
Cool channel
Just subscribed🤘
Thanks so much!
I cannot find one of these in my area what do I do. I really want one
Can u review the charger or 300 nect
Thanks for the suggestion Alina! We will look at getting one!
Hella nice review very enjoyable to watch. I have the Accord 2.0t touring if I was a few years younger I would probably own that Kia lol. I would love to race 1 of those K5 GT's & see what happens with my Accord because I have mine on stage 2 with K-tuner everything else is factory so I think it'd be a pretty close run
Mine runs just about 20 psi of boost I think factory it was around 13 or so the car feels much stronger. When I put it back to factory it just feels straight up slow lol. I don't really drive the 🚗💨 like that but when you need to get on it it's definitely there for you💯%
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Why do you get a all digital display ? How come we in the U.S don't get one?
Because it’s something Americans don’t care about. Americans prefer other things rather than comfort features.
@canadian aviator and who told you that? What makes you think we don't care about those features?
@@blacklyfe5543 Then why do you think different countries have different features from the same car? Americans focus on performance and the drivetrain unlike Asians that focuses on the design and comfort features. Hence why during situation like now where Kia can’t mass produce 2.5T DL3 to all DL3 markets chose NA.
@@canadianaviator wow oh okay but how do you know that? Where do you get your information from? What source? What article?
@canadian aviator I agree with its just hard to believe when you live in America and btw I question everything
Great review
Brand name speakers, like Bose, doesn't mean much anymore. There are hundreds of different types of Bose now. Which one did which car get? Who knows.
Also, AWD feels like a marketing ploy nowadays. Most people really don't need it. It makes the car heavier. You lose more power to wheels. It's pretty much just for launching from a stop because either the car does not have boost by gear or the gearing ratio was not engineered to work correctly with all the torque so you get wheel slippage without AWD. For those who actually NEED AWD where they live, it's way better to have winter tires. AWD doesn't help with stopping the car.
Well said!
It's certainly true that putting winter tires on a FWD equipped vehicle will provide much the same benefit as a AWD in inclement weather. But a good AWD system offers handling benefits beyond that advantage in a FWD automobile. I'm not surprised that KIA doesn't offer AWD in the K5 GT but the absence of some sort of LSD is a major weakness in a car with over 300 HP and Torque.
Very nice car love one next time if i can have a cerato sport plus at moment 2020 model love it
Where are they at? Cant find one at any dealership?
I'm surprised that I haven't seen a lot of K5 roaming around Vancouver
I wish it had a digital dash like you show.
3:53 Dont' @ me! lol
Should have been AWD, will buy the GT-Line just because of that.
Hey bro when will be this car launch in India......any idea😇
No idea man!
@@ACCELER8TV no problem bro......stay safe
US market doesn’t get the digital display
Seriously?!?!?
@@ACCELER8TV maybe in a few years on the refresh
I think the new Stinger GT-Line is a better deal overall: RWD, similar EPA fuel economy to a Civic Type-R, better looks etc.
Yes but that price tag hurts
I think you messed LDS AVAILABLE in GT
Will it be available in Europe?
Immaculate vehicle! 🔥
Great 👍 my fav car review TH-cam channel here in canada
Damn! Thanks! What a compliment; there are some real good ones up here @straightpipes & @throttlehouse
@@ACCELER8TV true ,....but i didnt want to write their names on your channel🙂
Hahah! All good man, there is place for everyone to kill it including little channels like ours!
Of course the Canadian spec gets nicer stuff. US-spec cars always watered down in terms of the features they offer.
What's the into song shit was fire 🔥
why does this not have the new kia badge?
My dad has a 2011 pro ceed with their 1.6 crdi and ngl that bitch moves , suprisngly fast and handles great
Is that a digital cluster??? Cause I have the gt-line AWD. And haven't seen one with a digital
Yes it is!
At least in the states, you can choose the GT1 package 6:35
Ohhh good to know, that’s sometimes the problem, different content in different countries
@@ACCELER8TV lol yeah, I personally own that one but I still think the one y'all get in Canada has better/more features😅
I don’t understand why the wold grey exterior/ red interior isn’t available on the full GT but is on the GT-line. Literally makes no sense and having a red interior is just as important to me as having the 290hp smh …