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2021 Kia K5 vs 2020 Kia Optima
The 2021 Kia K5 midsize sedan model will be arriving later this summer. At that time, it will replace the 2020 Kia Optima in the North American Kia catalog. So, what are the differences between this new generation of the Kia midsize sedan model? It’s the 2021 Kia K5 vs the 2020 Kia Optima!
Kia K5 vs Kia Optima – All-Wheel Drive
The 2021 Kia K5 comes with available all-wheel drive. This feature will debut in late 2020 on trim levels with the baseline 1.6L turbocharged inline 4 engine.
The 2020 Kia Optima does not have available all-wheel drive.
Kia K5 vs Kia Optima – Dimensions
2021 Kia K5
2020 Kia Optima
Length: 193.1”
Length: 191.1”
Width: 73.2”
Width: 73.2”
Height: 56.9”
Height: 57.7”
Wheelbase: 112.2”
Wheelbase: 110.4”
Kia K5 vs Kia Optima – Engine Specs and Power
The 2021 Kia K5 baseline engine option is a 1.6L turbocharged inline 4 engine that produces 180 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque.
The 2021 Kia K5 upgraded engine option is a 2.5L turbocharged inline 4 engine that produces 290 horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque.
The 2020 Kia Optima baseline engine option is a 2.4L inline 4 engine that produces 185 horsepower and 178 lb-ft of torque.
The 2020 Kia Optima upgraded engine option is a 1.6L turbocharged inline 4 engine that produces 178 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque.
Kia K5 vs Kia Optima – Transmission
The 2021 Kia K5 standard transmission is an 8-speed shiftable automatic transmission.
The 2021 Kia K5 upgraded transmission is an 8-speed dual-clutch automated manual transmission.
The 2020 Kia Optima standard transmission is a 6-speed shiftable automatic transmission.
The 2020 Kia Optima upgraded transmission is a 7-speed dual-clutch automated manual transmission.
Test Drive the 2021 Kia K5 Sedan in Kenosha, WI
Once we get the 2021 Kia K5 in stock here at Palmen Kia, we’d love to have you in for a test drive. Browse through our online inventory and contact us to learn more!