Kia K5 vs Kia EV6
Overview | |
MSRP$25,590 | MSRP$40,900 |
Average price$24,055 | Average price$33,036 |
Listings3329 | Listings4424 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
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Reviews SummaryIf you can overlook the real-world fuel economy and unimpressive crash-test ratings, then a 2024 Kia K5 is a steal of an automobile. (Don’t worry, it has an engine immobilizer system to prevent theft.) It comes in LXS, GT-Line, EX, and GT trim levels, and the only change for 2024 is standard heated seats for the GT-Line trim. Turbocharging is standard, and you can get all-wheel drive if you live where the sun often doesn’t shine. Verdict: It’s a shame Kia doesn’t offer the K5 with a hybrid powertrain, and its performance in new, tougher-to-pass crash tests is worrisome. But there is no doubt the 2024 Kia K5 is a stylish, comfortable, enjoyable, and technologically advanced midsize car. And the price is undeniably nice. | |
Reviews SummaryWe didn't expect them to go there. But the designers and engineers behind the 2022 Kia EV6 did—and deleted the template of their company's affordable, cost-conscious brand. This is a $60,000 electric performance car that can genuinely compete with a Tesla Model 3 on everything from tech to style to acceleration to charging time. It's a masterclass of fresh thinking in a market segment dominated by rehashed ideas. And yet, it's hampered by the same major problems that, for decades, remain unresolved. The EV6 would be amazing with battery technology that hasn't yet been invented. For now, we'll tell you what the present life is like with this most unusual and exciting Kia in years. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.6L 180 hp I4 | Engine167 hp Electric |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainRWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity58 kWh |
MPG City27 | MPG City127 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway100 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)51 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.6L 180 hp I4 | Engine Name167 hp Electric |
Torque195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | Torque |
Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm | Horsepower |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)51 hours |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainRWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity | EV Battery Capacity58 kWh |
MPG City27 | MPG City127 |
MPG Highway37 | MPG Highway100 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemStandard |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall5 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space16.0 cu ft | Cargo Space24.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight3148 lbs | Curb Weight4017 lbs |
Height56.9 in | Height60.8 in |
Length193.1 in | Length184.3 in |
Width73.2 in | Width74.0 in |
Wheelbase112.2 in | Wheelbase114.2 in |
Maximum Payload1206 lbs | Maximum Payload987 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $25,590 | $40,900 |
Average price | $24,055 | $33,036 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.8 | 4.4 |
Expert reviews | 7.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | If you can overlook the real-world fuel economy and unimpressive crash-test ratings, then a 2024 Kia K5 is a steal of an automobile. (Don’t worry, it has an engine immobilizer system to prevent theft.) It comes in LXS, GT-Line, EX, and GT trim levels, and the only change for 2024 is standard heated seats for the GT-Line trim. Turbocharging is standard, and you can get all-wheel drive if you live where the sun often doesn’t shine. Verdict: It’s a shame Kia doesn’t offer the K5 with a hybrid powertrain, and its performance in new, tougher-to-pass crash tests is worrisome. But there is no doubt the 2024 Kia K5 is a stylish, comfortable, enjoyable, and technologically advanced midsize car. And the price is undeniably nice. | We didn't expect them to go there. But the designers and engineers behind the 2022 Kia EV6 did—and deleted the template of their company's affordable, cost-conscious brand. This is a $60,000 electric performance car that can genuinely compete with a Tesla Model 3 on everything from tech to style to acceleration to charging time. It's a masterclass of fresh thinking in a market segment dominated by rehashed ideas. And yet, it's hampered by the same major problems that, for decades, remain unresolved. The EV6 would be amazing with battery technology that hasn't yet been invented. For now, we'll tell you what the present life is like with this most unusual and exciting Kia in years. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.6L 180 hp I4 | 167 hp Electric |
Drive Train | FWD | RWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 58 kWh | |
MPG City | 27 | 127 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 100 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 51 hours | |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.6L 180 hp I4 | 167 hp Electric |
Torque | 195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm | |
Horsepower | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm | |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 51 hours | |
Drivetrain | FWD | RWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 58 kWh | |
MPG City | 27 | 127 |
MPG Highway | 37 | 100 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 5 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 16.0 cu ft | 24.4 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3148 lbs | 4017 lbs |
Height | 56.9 in | 60.8 in |
Length | 193.1 in | 184.3 in |
Width | 73.2 in | 74.0 in |
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 114.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1206 lbs | 987 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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