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Compare Kia K5 vs Kia Optima

Kia K5
2023 Kia K5
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$25,290
Starting Price (MSRP)
9.1
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Kia Optima
2020 Kia Optima
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$23,390
Starting Price (MSRP)
7.8
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Overview

Engine
1.6L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
Engine
2.4L Inline-4 Gas
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
Transmission
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Fuel Economy
City: 27 MPG
Hwy: 37 MPG
Fuel Economy
City: 24 MPG
Hwy: 32 MPG
Fuel Tank Capacity
15.8 gallons
Fuel Tank Capacity
18.5 gallons
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Seating Capacity
5 seater
Trunk Volume
16 ft³
Trunk Volume
15.9 ft³

Photos

Kia K5
2022-2023 Kia K5 Rear View Driving
2022-2023 Kia K5 Dashboard
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2019-2020 Kia Optima Rear Angle View
2019-2020 Kia Optima Steering Wheel
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Performance Specs

Engine and Transmission

Engine
1.6L Turbo Inline-4 Gas
2.4L Inline-4 Gas
Horsepower
180 hp @ 5500 rpm
185 hp @ 6000 rpm
Torque
195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm
178 lb-ft @ 4000 rpm
Transmission
8-Speed Automatic
6-Speed Automatic
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel Drive
Front-Wheel Drive

Weight and Towing

Curb Weight
3,148 lbs
3,230 lbs
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Fuel and MPG

Fuel Economy

Combined
31 MPG
27 MPG
City
27 MPG
24 MPG
Highway
37 MPG
32 MPG

Emissions

CO2 Emissions @ 15K mi/year
5.6 Tons/yr
6.6 Tons/yr

Fuel Tank

Fuel Tank Capacity
15.8 gallons
18.5 gallons
Cruising Range City
426.6 miles
444 miles
Cruising Range Highway
584.6 miles
592 miles

Dimensions and Measurement

Exterior Dimensions

Length
193.1 in
191.1 in
Height
56.9 in
57.7 in
Max Width
73.2 in
73.2 in
Front Width
64.3 in
63.5 in
Rear Width
64.6 in
63.8 in
Wheelbase
112.2 in
110.4 in
Ground Clearance
5.3 in
5.3 in

Interior Space

Seating Capacity
5 seater
5 seater
Front Seat Leg Room
46.1 in
45.5 in
Front Seat Headroom
40.2 in
39.8 in
Front Seat Shoulder Room
58 in
58.1 in
Front Seat Hip Room
56.6 in
56 in
Rear Seat Leg Room
35.2 in
35.6 in
Rear Seat Headroom
37.8 in
37.8 in
Rear Seat Shoulder Room
56.1 in
56.4 in
Rear Seat Hip Room
56.6 in
56 in

Cargo Space

Trunk Volume
16 ft³
15.9 ft³

Wheels and Suspension

Steering

Steering Type
Rack-Pinion
Rack-Pinion
Turning Diameter
36 ft
N/A

Wheels

Wheels Type
Aluminum Wheels
Aluminum Wheels
Front Wheel Size
16" x 6.5"
16" x 6.5"
Rear Wheel Size
16" x 6.5"
16" x 6.5"

Suspension

Front Suspension
Strut
Strut
Rear Suspension
Multi-Link
Multi-Link

Tires

Front Tire
P205/65HR16
P205/65HR16
Rear Tire
P205/65HR16
P205/65HR16
Spare Tire
Compact
N/A

Colors and Materials

Standard Exterior Colors

  • Ebony Black
  • Everlasting Silver
  • Gravity Gray
  • Sapphire Blue
  • Ebony Black
  • Gravity Grey
  • Horizon Blue, Build Out: 11/30/2019
  • Sangria
  • Sparkling Silver

Optional Exterior Colors

  • Glacial White Pearl
  • Passion Red
Snow White Pearl

Standard Interior Materials

  • Black, Cloth Seat Trim
  • Black, Cloth Seat Trim

Features and Options

Infotainment

HD Radio
Standard
Not Available
Bluetooth Connection
Standard
Standard
Smart Device Integration
Standard
Standard
Auxiliary Audio Input
Standard
Standard
MP3 Player
Standard
Standard

Interior Trim

Bucket Seats
Standard
Standard
Cloth Seats
Standard
Standard

Comfort

Steering Wheel Audio Controls
Standard
Standard
Power Mirror(s)
Standard
Standard
A/C
Standard
Standard
Climate Control
Standard
Not Available
Cruise Control
Standard
Standard
Hands-Free Liftgate
Standard
Not Available
Keyless Entry
Standard
Standard
Multi-Zone A/C
Standard
Not Available
Remote Engine Start
Standard
Not Available
Remote Trunk Release
Standard
Standard
Keyless Start
Standard
Not Available

Safety

Safety Features

Back-Up Camera
Standard
Standard
Cross-Traffic Alert
Standard
Standard
Rear Parking Aid
Not Available
Standard
Blind Spot Monitor
Standard
Standard
Lane Departure Warning
Standard
Standard
Lane Keeping Assist
Standard
Standard
ABS
Standard
Standard
Tire Pressure Monitor
Standard
Standard
Brake Assist
Standard
Standard
Stability Control
Standard
Standard
Traction Control
Standard
Standard

US NHTSA Crash Test Result

Overall Rating
N/A
Frontal Barrier Crash Rating
N/A
Side Crash Rating
N/A
Rollover Rating
N/A

Airbags

Driver Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Front Side Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Knee Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Passenger Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Head Air Bag
Standard
Standard
Rear Side Air Bag
Standard
Not Available

Warranty

Warranty Summary

Basic
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
Corrosion
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
5 Years / 100,000 Miles
Drivetrain
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
10 Years / 100,000 Miles
Roadside Assistance
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
5 Years / 60,000 Miles
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