2025 Kia K5 GT-Line: TEST DRIVE+FULL REVIEW

[@timeisdead]

Getting this in a few weeks; I appreciate the thorough review!

[@GenesisCoupeJeff]

Nice to see rear turn LEDs finally. Something I noticed is that projector headlights are gone, the 4 trims all just get reflectors. The physical difference between reflector and projectors was an easy way to tell whether the pre-refresh gt-line or gt had their premium package. And the pre-refresh EX even with its premium package didn't get projectors. And now the EX doesn't even have a package option anymore

[@stevencorbo1220]

Unless you're racing at a track this has more than enough power for the average driver you don't need over 200 horsepower. And with a k&N air filter you get better throttle response and it's a good car overall

[@porfiriato84]

If only it didn't have those ugly wheels. Otherwise I do like it.

[@davidnelson3906]

@@porfiriato84you can get different aftermarket wheels brodie it won’t void your warranty a whole set for 800 - like 1,500 that’s not bad tbh

[@leonardoguenther1861]

can’t wait to test drive a 25 one!! very very happy with mine 23 Gt line AWD 😍

[@WTFCRLT1]

Sounds awesome man hope you enjoy it moving forward!

[@rolyreyes5097]

Great review and great car. Waiting for your review on the new K4 GT-Line...

[@brettnickley1314]

Great review! I’ve had mine for several days now and you hit all the stuff I’ve been loving about it.

[@j317]

does it have ambient lighting

[@lordcowman5111]

@@j317premium package gt line does

[@wckdend9317]

Love my 2024 K5! I like the interior updates for 2025

[@nickstark8640]

Was really looking forward to getting one of these 25’s. Unfortunately KIA decided ONLY to import this K5 with very limited interior colors. You can only have a black one on the EX and GT. The GT-Line offers red or black. That’s it. No other choices.

[@flawlessrick]

I just subscribed… you been killing it don’t these car reviews. Keep up the great work!

[@smartkid1201]

Someone forgot to remove the black strip on the front driver side window surround lol

[@Thebusdriverandgamermorefan790]

Amazing review Will.

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

Amazing job Will & I'm thinking of buying this.

[@porfiriato84]

You say that about every car on the planet

[@junebugg5475]

Ive had my 2025 k5 gt line for almost a week now. I love it. You get a lot of tech and features for the price. Drives smooth and very comfortable seats, had a 3 hour drive with no issues. Only thing I would change is maybe opting for the premium pkg: upgraded sound system, pano sunroof, and ambient lighting. I would have been down to pay a bit more for those features. Other than that I think its a great option if your just looking for something stylish, fun, and affordable to get to where you need to go

[@user-nv8ze2zs6c]

I have an ETA of June 25th for my 2025 K5 GT with the GT1 package…

[@user-vk5ld5uf8l]

Cool!

[@SuperFitness12]

Love the Amazing . K 5

[@nedryerson1]

what are they asking? you didn’t show the silly dealer adds ons they try to charge you

[@dwayneobas9095]

Good job getting your hands on this.

[@WTFCRLT1]

Thanks glad you liked it! 👍🏼

[@dwayneobas9095]

@@WTFCRLT1 No problem. Hopefully the EX and GT soon

[@alyankovsky]

It is ridiculous my 2023 Kia Forte LXS with package option also pearl white has blind spots monitors for $ 22000 🤷‍♂️ 11:13

[@kris.notchris]

Can you review The 2024 Sonata Hybrid Limited?

[@WTFCRLT1]

I’ll try getting one asap! 👍🏼

[@kris.notchris]

@@WTFCRLT1 Awesome! Thank you

[@TheR13]

When will you do 2025 K5 GT trim review?

[@WTFCRLT1]

I’ll try getting one asap! 👍🏼

[@porfiriato84]

​@@WTFCRLT1yeeesss! I'm interested in the new GT

[@seanjones7121]

I hope that im wrong, however, I have a feeling that the missing chrome strip on the front window is an "oops". On the ones that I've seen in person, it was missing on the passenger side and not the drivers 🤷

[@prescottlange]

They're all shipped with a black protective strip, supposed to be removed in prep. The windows are fully surrounded by chrome. The only "oops" was neglecting to remove the black strip before filming.

[@seanjones7121]

@@prescottlange yeah, I realized this after commenting. Still seems odd

[@JoKrPH]

Does anyone have this yet?

[@justindzina1131]

He had the protection film on the door trim 😭

[@WTFCRLT1]

Thanks for watching! Hit the subscribe button if you’re new and stay tuned for the next reviews of the 2024 Hyundai Santa Fe Hybrid Limited, 2024 Nissan Rogue Platinum, and 2024 Nissan Sentra SR!

[@Aschoolbusandsimulatorfan2219]

I keep my eyes open for those videos!

[@MrAUFANATIC]

Only difference from the previous year is that the GT-Line now comes with parking sensors and 360 camera and the dual screen. Everything else? The same, blah.

[@dehjhunaeday5743]

The wolf grey is the best!

[@WTFCRLT1]

Agreed 👍🏼

[@TeencieTV]

Is it naturally aspirated?

[@jimmy_woods4337]

Yes, 2.5 liter 4 cylinder.

[@VitiCali]

Some people need to get a life. If you want to spend your money elsewhere, go ahead. I’m so glad we have Kia/Hyundai who gives us cars that look good, have the best warranty and that we can afford. If you want something faster, get the GT. If you’re into labels, get something else. Why waste energy when it won’t change the fact that people are going to ignore you and buy it anyway 😂

[@stevencorbo1220]

I hate that you guys all keep using the word faux leather when it's vinyl

[@WTFCRLT1]

Vinyl has a very cheap connotation to it. This material is a much better quality so although “vinyl” would be an accurate description, it’d be like putting cloth, fabric and microfiber in the same category. Faux or synthetic leather just seems like a more fair description considering the increased quality.

[@Darthflips]

All good except for that weirs sounding bose

[@simarlawrenz5628]

Why is it so cheap?? 😂

[@e.l.4019]

For goodness sakes this in not a new engine. This engine has been around for a few years. Because Kia/Hyundai do not have the "tools" to build reliable GDI engines, this is the solution? This car has an addendum stickers price close to 35k. The 7 speed dual clutch is gone. The 1.6t is gone. The dual clutch and turbo are far more engaging than the proposed "new" engine. But due to widespread oil consumption issues Kia/Hyundai simply screwed consumers time after time. This car is rated 191hp and 180 torque....oh my goodness. Kia does not have the "tools" to give this car a torque rating of 195 without sacrificing fuel economy. As a side note the new Kia K4 will have a 190hp rating with the 8 speed auto and turbo. They could have designed a K5 sport hybrid comparable to the Accord and new Camry hybrid variants. The car looks nice but where is the value? It appears the doors are not sensors....push button? People do not be beta testers. The dealerships only goal is to separate you from your purse/wallet.

[@wizels1403]

you wrote a whole paragraph outa ur day to hate 😂😂. It must be good asf for a car

[@e.l.4019]

Translator needed....anyone available?

[@WTFCRLT1]

It’s not an all new engine but it’s new for the K5. Kinda like how Fords 2.7 and 3.0 twin turbo engines aren’t new, but they are for the Ranger.

[@wizels1403]

@@WTFCRLT1 😉 pretty sure the o.p just trolling by stating the obvious lol, Kia, Hyundai are gems now, and people are having a hard time coping with the Facts

[@RonnieShackelford-fk3th]

I have the 2024 k,5. Just hit 5000 mile mark . Love it . Think it looks better than the 2025 . Get lots of good comments on it . Wolf grey and loaded all the way.

[@IAcityntv]

JFC that back end is UGLY

[@alexlauria4076]

Agreed

[@Thefrakenkraken]

wow this looks terrible they really butchered the exterior design

[@sir.mohamadpickingcotton1079]

Lies !!!

[@Thefrakenkraken]

@@sir.mohamadpickingcotton1079 truth !!

[@j317]

​@Thefrakenkraken this actually looks better in the front the old ones dotted lights in the back were probably better but they were not full leds and these taillights are not terrible also liked the exhaust pipes on the old gt better but overall the new one is better

[@ShadaJames]

I agree I’m so disappointed 😔 this was to be my dream car but damn this is what they could of come up with it

[@j317]

@ShadaJames this looks better I've seen them side by side the back lights grow on u