2021 Kia K5 vs 2020 Acura TLX
Overview | |
MSRP$33,000 | MSRP$23,590 |
Average price$29,612 | Average price$27,551 |
Listings48 | Listings11 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews6.8 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
Pros
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2020 Acura TLX Reviews SummaryMore than Infiniti and Lexus, Acura has consistently positioned itself as the Japanese luxury brand for driving enthusiasts. But for a while, some of the company's successful products were anything but fun to drive. However, when equipped with Acura's Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD), the TL sedan, and since 2015, the TLX that replaced it, have always shown people a good time—particularly those who prefer to take the road less traveled. But that doesn’t mean the 2020 Acura TLX sport sedan is flawless. Far from it, actually. | |
2021 Kia K5 Reviews SummarySedans are now the most exciting new cars in the mainstream market. They are to crossovers today what craft beer was in the early 2000s. They’re not on every corner anymore because North Americans prefer trucks over cars, but sedans like the 2021 Kia K5 are refreshing to see, surprisingly good to drive, and will make you look cultured and smart without having to try. The K5—and its new name—replaces the Optima and upgrades nearly everything in the pursuit of style and performance. It’s one of the best midsize sedans out there. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.4L 206 hp I4 | Engine1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower206 hp @ 6800 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City23 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway37 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.4L 206 hp I4 | Engine Name1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Torque182 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | Torque195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower206 hp @ 6800 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway33 | MPG Highway37 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space14.3 cu ft | Cargo Space16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3505 lbs | Curb Weight3115 lbs |
Height57.0 in | Height56.9 in |
Length190.7 in | Length193.1 in |
Width73.0 in | Width73.2 in |
Wheelbase109.3 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload850 lbs | Maximum Payload1239 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $33,000 | $23,590 |
Average price | $29,612 | $27,551 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.4 | 4.7 |
Expert reviews | 6.8 out of 10Read full review | 7.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | More than Infiniti and Lexus, Acura has consistently positioned itself as the Japanese luxury brand for driving enthusiasts. But for a while, some of the company's successful products were anything but fun to drive. However, when equipped with Acura's Super Handling All-Wheel Drive (SH-AWD), the TL sedan, and since 2015, the TLX that replaced it, have always shown people a good time—particularly those who prefer to take the road less traveled. But that doesn’t mean the 2020 Acura TLX sport sedan is flawless. Far from it, actually. | Sedans are now the most exciting new cars in the mainstream market. They are to crossovers today what craft beer was in the early 2000s. They’re not on every corner anymore because North Americans prefer trucks over cars, but sedans like the 2021 Kia K5 are refreshing to see, surprisingly good to drive, and will make you look cultured and smart without having to try. The K5—and its new name—replaces the Optima and upgrades nearly everything in the pursuit of style and performance. It’s one of the best midsize sedans out there. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.4L 206 hp I4 | 1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 206 hp @ 6800 rpm | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 23 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 37 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.4L 206 hp I4 | 1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Torque | 182 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm | 195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 206 hp @ 6800 rpm | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 33 | 37 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 14.3 cu ft | 16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3505 lbs | 3115 lbs |
Height | 57.0 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 190.7 in | 193.1 in |
Width | 73.0 in | 73.2 in |
Wheelbase | 109.3 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 850 lbs | 1239 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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