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The K5 was already considered one of Kia's better-looking vehicles, providing a surprisingly strong driving expertise for the value. It's getting higher for the 2025 mannequin 12 months with up to date exterior styling and a big inside overhaul, in addition to a brand new naturally aspirated engine to exchange the earlier 1.6-litre turbo. Kia lately introduced pricing for the brand new automotive, however in a refreshing twist, it's nearer to the inexpensive numbers seen within the 2024.
The bottom 2025 K5 LXS begins at $28,145 after a $1,155 vacation spot cost. Stepping as much as GT-Line FWD brings the value to $29,145, and AWD provides $1,600 to that value. The EX is front-drive solely and begins at $35,645. The sporty K5 GT has a beginning value of just below $34,245. Gross sales will start within the second quarter of 2024.
Surprisingly affordable costs get an extended checklist of ordinary options, together with a 12.3-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, Bluetooth, six audio system, and extra. Increased trims embody artificial leather-based upholstery with navigation, a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, LED inside lighting, and sport seats on some variants. It additionally has a full suite of ordinary superior driver assists, together with blind spot monitoring with rear cross-traffic alert, parking sensors, and adaptive cruise management.
The brand new entry-level 2.5-liter four-cylinder makes 191 horsepower and 181.5 pound-feet of torque (sure, actually), which is an enchancment of 11 ponies in comparison with the 2024 mannequin. Kia's range-topping 2.5-liter engine is available in GT trim, producing 290 horsepower and 311 pound-feet of torque. Each engines are mated to an eight-speed automated transmission.
Kia lately launched an all-new K4 sedan for 2025, changing the Forte as its entry-level providing. It has the identical four-cylinder engine because the Forte, and the highest GT-Line Turbo will get a 190-horsepower turbo-four. We don't have pricing for the smaller mannequin but, however we do know that Kia plans to launch a surprisingly enticing hatchback model after the preliminary rollout.