Engine options and performance of the 2021 Kia K5
The 2021 Kia K5 embodies the true spirit of a modern-day performance sedan. With its turbocharged engines and driver-oriented cockpit, you truly get to feel the raw power of this sedan that can deliver up to 311 lb.-ft. torque. This sporty mid-sized sedan is a pleasure to drive and the all-new turbo line-up of models boasts a horsepower of up to 290. Continue reading to learn more about the engine options and performance of the 2021 Kia K5 at Garden Grove Kia in Garden Grove, CA.
Engine Options for the 2021 Kia K5
The 2021 Kia K5 features 5 different trim levels – LX, LXS, GT-Line, EX, and GT. It features an 8-speed automatic transmission as standard and an 8-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission (wet type) for the GT trim that delivers crisp shifts for optimum power delivery. The table illustrated below will give you a detailed idea about the engine options and features in all the different trim levels.
| 2021 Kia K5 | LX, LXS, GT-Line, EX | GT |
| Engine Type | Turbocharged 1.6 liter 4-Cylinder | Turbocharged 2.5 liter 4-Cylinder |
| Engine Displacement | 1,598 cc | 2,497 cc |
| Engine Valve Train | Double Overhead Camshafts (DOHC), 4-valves per cylinder | Double Overhead Camshafts (DOHC), 4-valves per cylinder |
| Engine Valve Gear | Continuously Variable Valve Duration (CVVD) | Continuously Variable Valve Timing (CVVT) |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.5:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Engine Fuel Delivery System | Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) | Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) and Multi-Port Injection (MPI) |
| Engine Horsepower | 180 hp at 5,500 rpm | 290 hp at 5,800 rpm |
| Engine Torque | 195 lb.-ft. at 1,500-4,500 rpm | 311 lb.-ft. at 1,650-4,000 rpm |
Exterior Paint Options in the 2021 Kia K5
Performance of the 2021 Kia K5
The 2021 Kia K5 features a Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) layout and a steel unibody construction. It has MacPherson struts with a stabilizer bar for the front suspension and independent multi-link struts with a stabilizer bar for the rear suspension. In order to ensure your safety more effectively, the 2021 Kia K5 also features a 4-wheel disc braking system with Anti-lock Brake System (ABS). The GT-trim offers an exclusive GT Sport Tuned Suspension for enhanced performance. Feel free to contact our friendly customer service team at Garden Grove Kia for more details.
Specials on the All-New 2021 Kia K5 near Garden Grove, CA
