2021 Kia K5 vs 2020 Nissan Altima
Overview | |
MSRP$24,300 | MSRP$23,590 |
Average price$22,618 | Average price$26,387 |
Listings23 | Listings21 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
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2020 Nissan Altima Reviews SummarySedans are not dead, though some models in the segment are not long for this world. In fact, post-pandemic financial pressure on consumers could result in a resurgence of the traditional 4-door car as consumers seek lower-cost, higher-value transportation. Clearly, Nissan believes in sedans. And should economic headwinds once again favour cars over more expensive and less efficient SUVs, the company is perfectly positioned to capitalize on such a theoretical trend. During the past two years, the company has redesigned or refreshed its entire sedan lineup, which includes the Versa, Sentra, Altima, and Maxima. New last year, the Altima comes with an important feature for Canada: all-wheel drive is standard equipment, an unusual offering in mainstream sedans that makes the 2020 Altima even more worthy of your consideration. But is that enough? | |
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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.5L 188 hp I4 | Engine1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower188 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City28 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway37 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.5L 188 hp I4 | Engine Name1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Torque180 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm | Torque195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower188 hp @ 6000 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City28 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway39 | MPG Highway37 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space15.4 cu ft | Cargo Space16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3208 lbs | Curb Weight3115 lbs |
Height56.7 in | Height56.9 in |
Length192.9 in | Length193.1 in |
Width72.9 in | Width73.2 in |
Wheelbase111.2 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload1120 lbs | Maximum Payload1239 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $24,300 | $23,590 |
Average price | $22,618 | $26,387 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | 7.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Sedans are not dead, though some models in the segment are not long for this world. In fact, post-pandemic financial pressure on consumers could result in a resurgence of the traditional 4-door car as consumers seek lower-cost, higher-value transportation. Clearly, Nissan believes in sedans. And should economic headwinds once again favour cars over more expensive and less efficient SUVs, the company is perfectly positioned to capitalize on such a theoretical trend. During the past two years, the company has redesigned or refreshed its entire sedan lineup, which includes the Versa, Sentra, Altima, and Maxima. New last year, the Altima comes with an important feature for Canada: all-wheel drive is standard equipment, an unusual offering in mainstream sedans that makes the 2020 Altima even more worthy of your consideration. But is that enough? | 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 | 2.5L 188 hp I4 | 1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 188 hp @ 6000 rpm | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 28 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 37 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 188 hp I4 | 1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Torque | 180 lb-ft @ 3600 rpm | 195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 188 hp @ 6000 rpm | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 28 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 39 | 37 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.4 cu ft | 16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3208 lbs | 3115 lbs |
Height | 56.7 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 192.9 in | 193.1 in |
Width | 72.9 in | 73.2 in |
Wheelbase | 111.2 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1120 lbs | 1239 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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