2021 Lexus IS vs 2022 Kia K5
Overview | |
MSRP$39,050 | MSRP$23,790 |
Average price$35,760 | Average price$24,127 |
Listings456 | Listings1039 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
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2021 Lexus IS Reviews SummaryThe Lexus IS enters its fourth generation of production, embodying lessons learned from the LC and RC. The 2021 IS targets enthusiast drivers and luxury buyers who might be thinking German first, and it seeks to recalibrate expectations of what a compact luxury sports sedan can be. | |
2022 Kia K5 Reviews SummaryLast model year, as part of a redesign of its midsize sedan, Kia changed the car’s name from Optima to K5. Rakishly attractive and an undeniably good value, the new Kia K5 is an appealing choice in a shrinking vehicle segment where it faces fewer rivals with each year that passes. For the 2022 model year, the K5 wears Kia’s redesigned emblems, upper trim levels add standard features, and a new Premium option package for the GT-Line AWD installs upgraded headlights, a heated steering wheel, a panoramic sunroof, Highway Driving Assist technology, and adaptive cruise control that can automatically adjust vehicle speed for curves. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway37 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine Name1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm | Torque195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway37 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space10.8 cu ft | Cargo Space16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3715 lbs | Curb Weight3115 lbs |
Height56.5 in | Height56.9 in |
Length185.4 in | Length193.1 in |
Width72.4 in | Width73.2 in |
Wheelbase110.2 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1239 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $39,050 | $23,790 |
Average price | $35,760 | $24,127 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 5.0 |
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
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Summary | The Lexus IS enters its fourth generation of production, embodying lessons learned from the LC and RC. The 2021 IS targets enthusiast drivers and luxury buyers who might be thinking German first, and it seeks to recalibrate expectations of what a compact luxury sports sedan can be. | Last model year, as part of a redesign of its midsize sedan, Kia changed the car’s name from Optima to K5. Rakishly attractive and an undeniably good value, the new Kia K5 is an appealing choice in a shrinking vehicle segment where it faces fewer rivals with each year that passes. For the 2022 model year, the K5 wears Kia’s redesigned emblems, upper trim levels add standard features, and a new Premium option package for the GT-Line AWD installs upgraded headlights, a heated steering wheel, a panoramic sunroof, Highway Driving Assist technology, and adaptive cruise control that can automatically adjust vehicle speed for curves. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 21 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 37 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm | 195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 37 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 10.8 cu ft | 16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3715 lbs | 3115 lbs |
Height | 56.5 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 185.4 in | 193.1 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 73.2 in |
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1239 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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