Kia K5 vs Chevrolet Malibu
Overview | |
MSRP$21,680 | MSRP$25,590 |
Average price$15,501 | Average price$24,019 |
Listings9150 | Listings8297 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryRodney Dangerfield was a legendary stand-up comedian, and while his on-stage shtick was all about how he didn’t get any respect, as a comedic talent he was held in the highest esteem. That’s not the case for the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu. The oft-maligned Malibu literally gets no respect, which is too bad because with its most recent redesign for the 2016 model year, the car absolutely deserves it. | |
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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 160 hp I4 | Engine1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower160 hp @ 5700 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City27 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway37 |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 160 hp I4 | Engine Name1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Torque184 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | Torque195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower160 hp @ 5700 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City27 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway37 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.8 cu ft | Cargo Space16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3086 lbs | Curb Weight3148 lbs |
Height57.6 in | Height56.9 in |
Length193.8 in | Length193.1 in |
Width73.0 in | Width73.2 in |
Wheelbase111.4 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1206 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $21,680 | $25,590 |
Average price | $15,501 | $24,019 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.3 | 4.8 |
Expert reviews | 8.3 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Rodney Dangerfield was a legendary stand-up comedian, and while his on-stage shtick was all about how he didn’t get any respect, as a comedic talent he was held in the highest esteem. That’s not the case for the 2017 Chevrolet Malibu. The oft-maligned Malibu literally gets no respect, which is too bad because with its most recent redesign for the 2016 model year, the car absolutely deserves it. | 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. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 160 hp I4 | 1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 160 hp @ 5700 rpm | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 37 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 160 hp I4 | 1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Torque | 184 lb-ft @ 2500 rpm | 195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 160 hp @ 5700 rpm | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 37 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.8 cu ft | 16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3086 lbs | 3148 lbs |
Height | 57.6 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 193.8 in | 193.1 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 73.2 in |
Wheelbase | 111.4 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1206 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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