Kia offers one of the best three-row SUVs in the Telluride, an incredibly well-packaged Carnival minivan, and a compelling midsize family sedan in the K5 for those without such need. Battling strong competition from the top 10 Honda Accord, the K5 offers a lot for its price. Most K5s are powered by a 2.5-liter inline-four engine; Front-wheel drive is standard, but all-wheel drive can be added on some trim levels. At the top of the range is the 290 hp K5 GT; This is also pretty fun. The K5 and its Hyundai-badged mechanical twin, the Sonata, have a lot in common, but the two offer a slightly different driving experience. Standard features like LED headlights, wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, as well as rear cross-traffic alert, add to the K5 trim buyers will find useful every time they get behind the wheel.
The Kia K5 sedan gets styling updates for 2025. The K5's new headlights and taillights, as well as a major update to the interior, were first unveiled on the K5 in the Korean market. When Kia introduced the U.S.-spec K5 at the Chicago Auto Show, we learned that last year's turbocharged 1.6-liter four-banger has been replaced with a non-turbo 2.5-liter unit that makes slightly more power at 191 ponies.
For those who don't mind the extra firepower that comes with the GT's 290-hp engine, the GT-Line has a satisfying mix of racy styling elements at a very attractive price. This is the one we recommend and is available as an extra for those who want the all-weather traction of four-wheel drive. Otherwise, every GT-Line comes standard with a sportier body kit, 18-inch wheels, 10-way power driver's seat, leather-wrapped steering wheel and wireless smartphone charging. We'll also opt for the Premium package, which includes adaptive cruise control, advanced forward collision warning, and full LED headlights.
The K5's interior looks great for its price, and this year's refresh improves the ambience even further. The layout is both sophisticated and simple, and the cabin is fitted with attractive materials such as wood veneer on the dashboard and doors. The K5 also offers a host of luxury interior features, including ambient interior lighting in the dashboard and doors, heated and ventilated front seats, a panoramic sunroof and a wireless charging pad. The driver's seat feels high even at its lowest point, while the comfortable dead pedal for your left foot and the floor-hinged accelerator pedal are nice touches. The backseat also has ample legroom, and there's plenty of luggage space in the trunk, too. We managed to fit seven carry-on bags in there.
The K5 comes standard with a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system that shares the frame with the instrument panel; On some models, this gauge cluster is a 12.0-inch digital unit that can be reconfigured to display a variety of information. Wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto integration are standard across the range. K5 is also offered with a 12-speaker Bose sound system for those who want the best auditory experience.
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