2025 Kia K5 GT-Line -- Are BIG Screens & MORE Enough to KO Camry?? (Value-Packed!)

[@CarConfections]

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[@mitchellshareratleast100su7]

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[@bradleyscarreviews]

So the Korean twins went from being one of the loudest in terms of cabin noise in the past…to THE quietest, bmw level. These facts and figures show they are improving. Don’t know what’s wrong with the Toyota fanboys.

[@Ricky-mo6mv]

Yup, KIA and Hyundai are the quietest and offer the best ride quality.

[@derekgaliee4351]

They can't deal with The Truth . Toyota & Honda have quality problems. Other car companies Kia Hyundai & Mazda & Subaru are getting better

[@johndiaz4663]

If you have to mention Toyota then you still competing for 1st place 🥇 good luck 🍀

[@djplonghead5403]

It says it is quieter than a Rolls Royce Ghost. It is slightly louder than the TX500h+

[@jemsdiorlopez4627]

@@johndiaz4663 KIA is getting reliable as the Toyotas with a better performance I would say.

[@Gemini530]

51.1db interior noise level? Are you kidding me? That's more quiet than the Rolls Royce and the Bentley. I'm sold. This will be my next car.

[@Carfan678]

Best looking in the segment imo

[@kennethawesome]

Prefer the Sonata here

[@Fuerya]

@@kennethawesomeFeels cramped inside tho

[@cooperspencer3843]

No doubt about that!

[@jamesjedi3960]

@@Fueryatf ? How tall are you ? I’m 6’3 and fit comfortably in there

[@Fuerya]

@@jamesjedi3960I think I was talking about the sonata

[@mitchellshareratleast100su7]

I’m kind of happy kia has moved to the smartstream NA engine because I think it’s going to be more reliable over the long term

[@bt5252]

What was wrong with the 1.6T?

[@coejbee]

@@bt5252 Well one major positive is the "Smartstream" 2.5l N/A is actually direct injected _AND_ port injected. The 1.6T is only direct injected. So this new N/A engine won't have carbon-buildup issues. (And as someone who's had several VW & Audi DI 2.0T vehicles over the years, I love the idea of *not* having to pay for another "walnut-blast intake valve cleaning" ever again.)

[@charlesjackson1700]

​@@coejbeeIt's a much better engine with the port and direct injection and it will stay cleaner versus the direct injection which is known to carb up..

[@Fuerya]

@@charlesjackson1700That would be on the EX model or the GT Line?

[@mitchellshareratleast100su7]

@@bt5252 yes it’s good that in that engine you get a decent amount of torque at a low rpm, a faster acceleration and better fuel economy but plenty of people who I know buy a midsize sedan that is a non turbocharged and non hybrid so their for good longevity and not want necessarily go for the Japanese competitors

[@Skelldogg30]

I just traded in my 2022 Kia Seltos in for this exact color and interior on Monday November 25 before I even watched this and I’m already in love with it! Great car!

[@ZapFlashD]

That new CCnC infotainment looks and feels so much better than the pre-refresh one. This is seriously my favorite car that Kia sells. Fun to drive too!

[@CarConfections]

Night and day difference!

[@SoloTraveler1961]

I had a K5 GT-Line 2021 lease. Just recently turned in for a 2024 Hyundai Sonata SEL. These are stellar automobiles. This is my third Sonata (2009, 2016, 2024).

[@Ricky-mo6mv]

This and the new Camry are the best midsize sedans. I would definitely give the edge to KIA though because it’s hard to trust a company that would falsify safety data. That’s downright shady and sleazy.

[@Just_a_commenter]

Currently waiting to see what they'll be doing with the hatchback/wagon-ish version of the K4 when it comes out later. Might go for one in 2025/26 if it reviews well, but I can't deny the K5 is quite nice looking in my opinion!

[@foxstodios]

Yeah, I'm curious about the K4 too

[@macaron3141592653]

Underrated car. This and the sonata need the hybrid powertrain from the Tuscon/Sorento/Santa Fe/Sportage. That hybrid power-train with the quiet cabin here will make it a winner. The GT is massively neutered for its purpose since it lacks a limited slip diff.

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

The Sonata DOES have a hybrid powertain. Sonata and K5 are hybrids in other markets. Just not in North America.

[@sartonnis]

I think their only sedan that uses the 1.6t hybrid is the current gen Cadenza/K8, which isn't being sold here anymore. I haven't seen any details about how it drives though. It really sucks that kia didn't bring the K5 hybrid over here. I ended up getting the '24 Sonata hybrid though, and honestly the performance has been fine for day to day driving.

[@blackgold754]

Sonata does have a hybrid. The6 use 2.5L GDI 4 cylinder 16 valve engine

[@urMommyLuvzJoon]

I appreciate that yall go as far as even showing the blinkers! Every detail matters

[@isimonsez]

When Kia/Hyundai brought former designers from Audi & BMW I knew they’d progressively improve their line up. Many of the designs mimic 🇩🇪 🚗 elements.

[@charlesjackson1700]

I had much rather have the naturally aspirated engine than the turbo engine.. It will be much more reliable long-term and I could care less about getting two or three miles to the gallon over the previous engine.. I think it was a very good move on their part👍

[@johnfranklin5277]

I bought a new 2021 K5 GT LINE with premium package. I drove the new non Turbo one. It definitely felt neutered. Turbo is much quicker. More fun. The car has been flawless. 17 more payments and that's done. I'm keeping it, I'm doing 3000 mile oil changes, all direct injection engines get fuel dilution, and Turbos don't like dirty oil. So far engine purrs , sound quiet at idle, and all is well with it. 😊

[@IAguirre1948]

Great review. I just bought the 2025 GT Line. I have the same color exterior and interior as in the video. Awesome vehicle.

[@CarConfections]

Thanks and congrats on your new K5!

[@ace222infinity]

This is the best video I’ve watched as someone looking to purchase this car, thank you so much!

[@CarConfections]

Glad we could help! 👍

[@thndr_5468]

No turbos and a regular 8 speed is a huge plus for me! Though dont love gdi

[@keithridgeway985]

I love the look of this car so much and I love how it drives. I hate that the EX trim only comes with black interior (yawn city). I’m also apprehensive just because it’s a Kia - and I don’t know if I’m being silly about that or not. It’d be more tempting if it were a hybrid. Perhaps in a few years?

[@Duagn1984]

I own (2 weeks) the EX model and it's so much quieter. Did you guys have the fake engine noise turned on? Love your videos. You guys are the reason I went with the Kia. At 57 its my first new car

[@CarConfections]

Thanks and congrats on your new K5! When available, we always turn off any sound amplification

[@AmericanKendoll]

I hope you guys Get the GT Trim so you can review it for us ❤. I’ve been waiting for weeks for some channel to get that trim

[@HeyEveryoneHi]

My dream car! I have a full options Kia Rio and it is already a nice car, but this K5 is so beautiful

[@TheBreakfastLover]

the K5 was discontinued in Canada and there's a good chance it'll be discontinued in the US next year

[@foxstodios]

Do you guys still have the sonata?

[@nyifnbr18]

Doesn't make sense to spend $ to do a refresh then kick the model to the curb.

[@TheBreakfastLover]

@@nyifnbr18 Genesis just refreshed the G70 last year, and then announced its getting discontinued

[@nyifnbr18]

@@TheBreakfastLover Interesting.

[@macaron3141592653]

Of course, do very little to make it competitive then axe it.

[@nyifnbr18]

Had my Yacht Blue FWD GT-Line for a couple weeks now, it replaced my '21Wolf Gray, love the car but TBH it feels sleepy on the highway, I think it misses the turbo.

[@TENsion187]

Just bought a racing chip for 99$ it gives me 60 extra horsepower + 5 miles per gallon extra on the gas! Feels so much faster

[@IncredibleNeo]

Please do a more extensive sound level check for Kia K5 EX. Is it quieter or louder than the GT line ?

[@DonkeyPopsicle]

no hybrid option is strange given the Accord and Camry offerings

[@SgawCules]

Korea has the hybrid k5 model. Us doesn't get them.

[@blackgold754]

In my opinion, I think the reason why Kia k5 ain’t got hybrid is because it could hurt sales of sonata and Elantra hybrid. So Hyundai was like “Yeah don’t worry about hybrid for Kia. I gotcha bruh” and called it a day.

[@greg.anywhere]

​@blackgold754 If a K5 hybrid was available in the North American market, it would absolutely murder the Sonata Hybrid lol

[@blackgold754]

@@greg.anywhere I think it would lol just because it has better interior designs. I do dislike the front end though. It looks somebody cut their face cheeks just to give a big bloody smile know what I mean? Like mouth of venom. I would say sonata hybrid is more of elegant version of that despite looking sport as Audi.

[@SpringfieldTony]

Hi Guys - I like the refresh, I'm excited for your review on the GT - do you think KIA will make upgrades to the GT suspension & handling? I like the look, the red seats, the tech - plus I'm glad they're sticking to an AT instead of going CVT. overall I feel like KIA is doing very well. maybe one day when fuel is 35 dollars a gallon car makers will put out more sedans, lol. great job. tony

[@CarConfections]

Thanks! I don't think they are planning many updates to the GT beyond all the enhancements it already has for performance

[@RIZFERD]

Why am I more excited about KIA Sedans rather than Mercedes Benz. As for me Mercedes Benz belong in the past till early 2000's were glorious days of MB.

[@HeyEveryoneHi]

Because buying a Kia and saving a ton of money makes more sense

[@MrPootzen]

these KN cars are getting pretty nice...

[@mominth]

Why are the key fobs getting so big?

[@palebeachbum]

I'm really not a fan of these giant screens in place of analog instrumentation. People are going the junk cars out of warranty when they realize it's going to cost $5,000 to replace their dead digital gauge cluster.

[@kennethawesome]

You have a point, but also people don't replace the part they replace the whole car

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

Analog is old and outdated. Just like with cassette tapes and CD players. I think you're overreacting with the cost of replacing a digital gauge cluster. Not to mention, Hyundai/Kia has the longest warranty in the business. Analog gauges are now equivalent to a cell phone with buttons. Not a lot of people use them or care anymore. When was the last time you heard anyone complaining about having a big screen on their phones? Let's not be barbaric with your thinking here. And for the record, this is what the majority of consumers want, which they complain about not having a full digital screen, like in the Korean market.

[@Mojomaniac1]

@@jraheemjefcoat429disagree analogue gauges look better . Digital hurts ur eyes too for long term use. U never had a digital gauge car so I can tell

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

@Mojomaniac1 Must be your poor eyesight. And you don't know me to make an assumption that my vehicle doesn't have digital gauges. So stop deflecting your OWN personal experience with digital gauges, old timer. 👴

[@Ricky-mo6mv]

@@jraheemjefcoat429 I agree, analogue is so ghetto these days.

[@bby_plut0]

you guys NEEEED to buy this one, ik i said hyundai elantra in the past but this is the one 🔥

[@hen913]

Just traded in my 2016 Mazda 6 for this car and yeah the tech jump is insane. I never thought I'd ever get a Kia but this car looks great and the interior is nice as well. I just wish it had slightly more power as it does feel slow on the highway and the cluster could be a bit nicer but either way it was a huge upgrade for me. I was so close to choosing the Sonata but the premium package with Bose sold me. The sonatas premium package doesn't even give leather seats.

[@meechmelanin]

For me it’s between the GT-LINE and the Camry and I’m leaving toward this one! 😮‍💨

[@Z020852]

How come you can't get AWD for the 290hp version?

[@cm6gaming259]

Why did they remove the vents from the back? I have a 2022 K5 GT Line and it has rear vents.

[@Car_conversati0nz]

That's a nice K5! I still think that I'll take the Camry. I also think that a comparison between this and the Camry would be cool

[@i.d.6492]

The K5 is better. You get more of your money. The camry doesn't bring anything other than reliability which is what every modern car brings these days

[@crazyhands911.]

really like this model, just a tad too long for my garage. Mid-size continues to get bigger and bigger. My 2011 Sonata is less than 190" and the new models are about 4" longer. So I'm looking forward to the K4, just wish it had the AWD option like the K5

[@bigkendallas]

I think there are a couple of reasons Kia isn't doing hybrid for the k5: 1. Cost. Right now, lower price is still more important since you're still getting around 30 mpg. Most buyers are still ok with that. 2. Service and repair. Right now, not every garage has ability to work on hybrid engines. Sure, it has a 100k warranty, but since most drive it past that - getting it easily repaired post warrenty- is a real question. 3. Refinement. The K5 is now rated as very dependable, and it's risky to change a good design. They are probably going to watch how the Sonata hybrid works over time before they put it in a Kia. Toyota let the Prius drive around over 20 years before they allowed hybrids in the Camry. 4. Target audience. Kias are generally considered more "sporty" than Hyundai. There is an emerging aftermarket for mods and sport tuning. A hybrid engine just isn't suitable for that.

[@Lucidleo-li8yu]

While I love the fact that Kia finally delivered the digital gauge cluster and made most of their safety features standard, I'm not exactly thrilled with the new front and rear facias. I like my 2021 GT-Line AWD better with the full length LED tail light and the lightening bolt DRL / turn signals and the more aggressive looking tiger grill and less conspicuous fog lamps.

[@harold1901]

I’ve always been a Chevy or Ford person! Never owned a Buick Verano until I got one and so glad got rid of that dam* car. Now, I lease a 2024 Kia Forte GT-Line. Never owned or driven a Kia. I will say. I love my Kia forte GT-Line. Now, I’m in talks with a dealer for a new 2025 Kia K5 GT-Line FWD. I don’t pay or lease what they want or I’ll walk away until I get what I want to pay or lease that car.

[@danielmartins9901]

@CarConfections PLEASE tell me there's a way to make the rear turn signals orange like in other countries😭

[@MartinK-d5u]

So do the lights move in motion like the past

[@KonstantinKulikov100]

What? halogen reverse lights???

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

Calm down. It's a mainstream car. It's not a luxury one.

[@KonstantinKulikov100]

@@jraheemjefcoat429 my Accord 2024 has LED ones. Camry has the same in highest trims

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

@KonstantinKulikov100 Accord STILL doesn't have a panoramic sunroof. Now that's the biggest oversight. Besides, lights are cosmetics. Easily can be changed. Unless you didn't know that.

[@KonstantinKulikov100]

@@jraheemjefcoat429 how do you think what is cheaper for manufacturers: to build in LED reverse lights either to install a panoramic sunroof? That's why the decision to use halogen lights is strange at least. They cost almost nothing for manufacturers

[@Carfan678]

@@KonstantinKulikov100 Id trade led reverse lights for a panoramic sunroof, Im never looking at the reverse lights as their only on when backing up which means im in the car not looking at it

[@jumpywizard7665]

Two handsome lads with a lot of charisma

[@tahran5782]

Can y'all do a Hyundai sonata limited? I want to see what's on that

[@CarConfections]

Coming soon!

[@kris.notchris]

​@CarConfections yay can't wait 😅

[@justinmusgrove2548]

Really nice. Tempted to buy this version with black and grey seats

[@nyifnbr18]

Those are exclusive to the GT-Line, even the EX has just black with no trim.

[@justinmusgrove2548]

​@@nyifnbr18I think they look the best

[@boyzepter]

Don't have in Australia market, unfortunately... reverse how still halogen not led? Interesting

[@donrobbins4861]

Where did you get your reliability data exactly? Above average? Will probably start having mechanical problems soon? Looks nice though

[@CarConfections]

www.carconfections.com/reliability

[@prescottlange]

JD Power gives the 2024 a "Great" predicted reliability rating. That was with the turbo. The 2025 NA should be even better. Plus, there's the 10-year powertrain warranty, and 5-year bumper to bumper. So, where exactly did you get YOUR data?

[@donrobbins4861]

@@prescottlange is JD Power legit? Don't car manufacturers pay them?

[@prescottlange]

@@donrobbins4861 Yeah, no one's more legit than you, some anonymous, conspiratorial internet rando, right? Lol. Again, 10-year powertrain warranty. So, even if one is experiencing the frustrations of "mechanical problems soon", they're still covered. Heck, they're still covered if its mechanical problems later. MUCH later.

[@donrobbins4861]

@@prescottlange Consumer Reports reviews are legit

[@JayRM714]

I feel like they're trying too hard to make changes with this car. The day time running lights are just too much, and the rear looks more boxy and less sporty...

[@Theonestrongbusleader]

Yes of course guys & I'm ready to buy this car.

[@ViciousVioletteLV]

I test drove the Camry XSE and it drove great but the interior felt so cheap and didn’t feel worth the price.

[@darkshadows1332]

Please compare the kia k5 gt to the hyundai elantra n

[@cortezmiller1899]

I thought Kia said that, they were going to discontinue the K5?!

[@RodneyRoyal-fz8cw]

I have 2020 S model, with the same 2.5-for 2021 went to 1.6 but had many issues

[@Roadbunny777]

I was hoping that the kia pickup truck would be launched this year for 2025 model year 😢 . Your biggest fan from Newfoundland 🇨🇦

[@DominionAnako-bb7ry]

Love your car video

[@ponchoman49]

Kia needs to stop with the insane interior and exterior color restrictions on their cars. Each model is restricted to a couple of paint color choices and most only have one interior color choice. There needs to be a nicer shade of blue like they offer on the Sportage with a nice shade of green and offer the red interior option should be offered with white or red exterior paint not just Wolf grey!

[@zachstanton6135]

I agree. I’m hoping they will offer a brighter red option instead of the more maroon color.

[@gevorgnazaryan8720]

Love the ninja star daytime running lights

[@brokeboy87]

Weirdly, you have to go with the Sonata for the hybrid and Awd with the KIA.

[@philipstewart4474]

Great job gentlemen!

[@KevPez-IS]

Wish it had a hybrid. This would been my next car.

[@Livin_is_life]

Really though KIA no LED reverse lights??? 😢

[@TheJason989]

The k5 is such an awesome car

[@Saundra-cg2bl]

Would like to see a hard top convertible on this car.

[@Thebuscommunityleader]

Excellent video guys.

[@stevencorbo1220]

Love this car but so deeply disappointed that they didn't ask to use real leather in the top line Cars as my 2015 has actual leather

[@wizard5172]

What it costs?

[@heathhunt1992]

Does this one have ambient lighting?

[@lovepreet-9440]

Yes

[@twagn]

Kia is over the top in the styling department (IMO) for the most part but this car looks great

[@sherrikwhiteside6107]

This or a ‘24 Accord EX in you all’s opinion?

[@Offensively-normal]

Glossy black on all the touch points.

[@CombatVeteranUSNAVY]

Those look like KIA was not listening. The had an opportunely to get rid of those fake exhaust tips with this recent refresh.

[@StrongHL]

Is Kia now considered a near premium(luxury) brand in the US? Just curious 🤨

[@xeno703]

no but they still are nice cars

[@matrixtheory3088]

lol heck no

[@ryanfrisby7389]

Excellent review of an excellent vehicle!😸

[@vivekvardhan5671]

I am waiting for 2025 Vw Jetta GLI

[@chappy3125]

Kia all the way ❤

[@darriontunstall3708]

It looks alright, I like the new technology and red interior!

[@SaammyzGlaam]

I’ll Still Stay w a Accord 🔥

[@VerryJerry90]

less than 600 sold in canada so they're not bringing it back :/

[@atweber]

The Kia boys are gonna like these

[@SummerSolstice621]

The cars have immobilizers now 😂

[@xeno703]

lamest comments lmao

[@Tanishmeme]

bro kia is also killing in india cuz of looks 🥵🥵🥵

[@bt5252]

Sweet ZX3 at 4:47.

[@Alan-z7i6t]

I have wonder about longevity

[@josemanuelruiz2036]

I like it but is gonna be difficult not getting a 2025 Camry.

[@Carfan678]

You'll probably get this at MSRP while Toyota is gonna add a $10k markup 🥲

[@josemanuelruiz2036]

@@Carfan678 that’s correct.

[@rembo183]

@@Carfan678- no….Toyota is discounting nicely so pricing is about the same for the Camry and Kia 5k …very close based on the trim levels.

[@mateomossey]

I am surprised with the sound level reading on these newer Korean cars.

[@JeffreySchieding]

The dash on this car could have been done so much better without cowtowing to the 25-35 year old crowd by putting in the long screens. Not necessary, never were.

[@Pinash1970]

I I’ve got a very interesting question to make to all of you, my dear Americans How on earth you are still keeping this horrible “tradition” of keeping all rear lights only in Red, excluding the orange for the turn signals?! HELP THIS SPANISH GUY TO UNDERSTAND?!

[@danielmartins9901]

I was questioning the same thing about this car. Other countries get this same version with orange turn signals. I'm trying to figure out if there's a way to make mine show orange

[@Ugurk899]

I own more than a year. Worst car in my opinion. First month battery dead it was defective. After 8000 miles steering wheel start shaking.When you pass from bump, everywhere inside of car making noise. Specially sunroof area and hand holder. From outside 10/10 car but inside 1/10.

[@SgawCules]

You had a shitty ass lemon bud. Lemons don't represent the car as a whole.

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

You're such a liar!

[@HeyEveryoneHi]

Your experience is bad I would say most people didn't have your issues

[@josedusol]

dude, is just a kia, is going to brake sooner than later. All that gimmicky is not going to change anything.

[@PurplePeacockProductions]

Break*

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

Dude, learn how to spell before you try to bash a car brand, simp.

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

Learn how to spell before you try to throw insults at Kia with that 1994 mindset of yours!

[@prescottlange]

Of course it's going to brake sooner than later. What with stop signs, red lights, traffic, etc., the braking never ends!

[@josedusol]

dudes, sorry the typo, very funny, but you still know is just a kia, friendly remainder. bye bye

[@abdullahhamed4623]

مقاطعكم وشرحكم جميل جدا لكن اين الترجمه لماذا لا توجد ترجمه؟ 🇮🇶❤️😊

[@hoyce32000able]

CVT transmissions are the worst transmission they put in cars. The maintenance and reliability are horrible and very expensive to fix. No one likes to mess with them either. Let car manufacturers know you want them gone

[@danielmartins9901]

But this isn't a CVT?

[@asianstud7]

The Korean version is nicer looking.

[@MarioLuigi-vb3rp]

I think the k4 gt line looks nicer

[@gabrieliacoboni6951]

So many automakers are so lazy to not even integrate the gauge cluster into the dashboard. Looks incredibly cheap and just but ugly. Too bad, since the rest of the car is a winner.

[@musa_Gürer]

Hyundai sonata😂

[@mattdude]

In my opinion, if you can afford it, get a Hyundai sonata instead

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

Why? They are both pretty much the same car. It's like telling me, don't get the Mercury Sable, get the Ford Taurus instead. Same chassis, bruh!

[@porfiriato84]

​@@jraheemjefcoat429exactly. There's no major difference, you simply decide which design you like more.

[@hen913]

Well actually what made me go for the Kia was the simple fact that the premium package in the K5 offered a Bose sound system while the premium package in the Sonata didn't even offer leather seats OR Bose. Hyundai does have a slightly better cluster and paddle shifters but that's about it. Sucks that they each have trade offs.

[@jraheemjefcoat429]

@hen913 That's America, for you! Cut costs for feature content. It's not like this is Korea. Their vehicles are fully spec out. Some features we don't get, like fingerprint reader to biometric start the car or to set your personal settings.

[@hen913]

@@jraheemjefcoat429 Yea i understand the missing features. But I'm sure its a brand thing since they're sister companies. Where one car has something the other doesn't have. It's pretty annoying!! ONE thing I'm jealous of KR is that we have yellow DRLs instead of white

[@stevencorbo1220]

Smaller than trunk than my 2015 Hyundai Sonata

[@AaronCarp]

Needs a hatchback!

[@centralfloridaidiotdrivers407]

That engine sounds loud on 3 mins 56 seconds into the video. I lost confidence with kia. Resale value tanks, constant recalls. Thefts.

[@HeyEveryoneHi]

You might change your mind with this one I believe Kia is moving forward and will be the new Toyota

[@johndiaz4663]

I don't want to drive products made from Shein

[@HeyEveryoneHi]

Kia is reliable