An In-Depth Look at the Specifications: 2025 Kia K5 and 2021 Kia K5 GT
The Kia K series is known for its high-performance sedans. Let’s have a closer look at the specifications of the forthcoming 2025 Kia K5 and its predecessor 2021 Kia K5 GT and determine their unique features and capabilities.
2021 Kia K5 GT: A Powerful Performer on the Road
From all indications, the 2021 Kia K5 GT is a star in its class. Priced at $35,835, with a base price of $31,585, this car is powered by a turbocharged and intercooled DOHC 16-valve inline-4 engine. It has an aluminum block and head, a feature that supplements its power with durability.
The engine’s displacement is 152 in3, 2497 cm3, making it a powerful machine capable of producing 290 hp at 5800 rpm. The Kia K5 GT’s torque is equally impressive, with 311 lb-ft at 1650 rpm.
Its chassis is made up of struts at the front and a multi-link rear. It has a wheelbase of 112.2 inches, a width of 73.2 inches, and stands at 56.9 inches in height.
If speed is your thing, the 2021 Kia K5 GT offers impressive acceleration, reaching 60 mph in just 5.2 seconds. Its maximum speed is an estimated 155 mph. For a powerful sedan, it has an impressive fuel economy, with 24 mpg observed, and EPA fuel economy of 27/24/32 mpg.
An Overview of the 2021 Kia K5 1.6T
The 2021 Kia K5 1.6T also boasts some impressive specs. With prices starting at $24,455, it offers a good balance between power and economy. It comes with a front-engine, front-wheel drive, can accommodate five passengers, and slots into the four-door sedan class.
Like its GT counterpart, it uses a turbocharged DOHC 16-valve inline-4 engine, but with a smaller displacement of 98 in3, 1598 cm3. However, it still manages 180 hp at 5500 rpm and a torque of 195 lb-ft at 1500 rpm.
In terms of dimensions, it matches the GT version, with a wheelbase of 112.2 inches, length of 193.1 inches, width of 73.2 inches, and height of 56.9 inches.
The 2021 Kia K5 1.6T can hit 60 mph in 7.0 seconds, slower than the GT, but expected due to its smaller engine. Its top speed is a manufacturer’s claim of 128 mph.
Rounding off its notable features, this sedan also showcases a remarkable fuel economy, with a city/highway/combined EPA fuel economy of 31/27/37 mpg.
Understanding the C/D Testing Procedures
Car and Driver’s testing procedures provide valid real-world performance data for consumers. From acceleration times to fuel economy, all info helps buyers understand what to expect from their vehicle of choice. Tests such as ‘Rolling start’ simulate the car’s performance when already in motion while ‘top gear’ tests observe the car’s ability to increase speed at a consistent rate.
The 2021 Kia K5 GT and 2021 Kia K5 1.6T are both impressive sedans, each showcasing unique capabilities according to their specs. As we anticipate the 2025 Kia K5, we can only expect that it will build on the successes of these previous models while bringing new innovations to bear.