2021 Lexus ES vs 2022 Kia K5
Overview | |
MSRP$40,000 | MSRP$23,790 |
Average price$38,960 | Average price$29,287 |
Listings14 | Listings14 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews7.3 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.8 out of 10 |
Pros
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2021 Lexus ES Reviews SummaryWhen you think of a Lexus ES, you think of a cushy, comfortable, and reliable luxury sedan that your parents or grandparents might like. The roomy and quiet cabin, the relaxed driving demeanor, and the relatively affordable price all harken back to the original Lexus mission. And these stereotypes about the car are accurate. But in F Sport trim, with the 3.5-litre V6 engine, the 2021 Lexus ES 350 shows a different side of its presumed personality. | |
2022 Kia K5 Reviews SummaryLast model year, as part of a redesign of its midsize sedan, Kia changed the car’s name from Optima to K5. Rakishly attractive and an undeniably good value, the new Kia K5 is an appealing choice in a shrinking vehicle segment where it faces fewer rivals with each year that passes. For the 2022 model year, the K5 wears Kia’s redesigned emblems and upper trim levels add standard features. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine3.5L 302 hp V6 | Engine1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower302 hp @ 6600 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City22 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway37 |
Engine | |
Engine Name3.5L 302 hp V6 | Engine Name1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Torque267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | Torque195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower302 hp @ 6600 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City22 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway37 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space13.9 cu ft | Cargo Space16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3690 lbs | Curb Weight3115 lbs |
Height56.9 in | Height56.9 in |
Length195.9 in | Length193.1 in |
Width73.4 in | Width73.2 in |
Wheelbase113.0 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload905 lbs | Maximum Payload1239 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $40,000 | $23,790 |
Average price | $38,960 | $29,287 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.8 | 5.0 |
Expert reviews | 7.3 out of 10Read full review | 7.8 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | When you think of a Lexus ES, you think of a cushy, comfortable, and reliable luxury sedan that your parents or grandparents might like. The roomy and quiet cabin, the relaxed driving demeanor, and the relatively affordable price all harken back to the original Lexus mission. And these stereotypes about the car are accurate. But in F Sport trim, with the 3.5-litre V6 engine, the 2021 Lexus ES 350 shows a different side of its presumed personality. | Last model year, as part of a redesign of its midsize sedan, Kia changed the car’s name from Optima to K5. Rakishly attractive and an undeniably good value, the new Kia K5 is an appealing choice in a shrinking vehicle segment where it faces fewer rivals with each year that passes. For the 2022 model year, the K5 wears Kia’s redesigned emblems and upper trim levels add standard features. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 3.5L 302 hp V6 | 1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 302 hp @ 6600 rpm | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 22 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 37 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 3.5L 302 hp V6 | 1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Torque | 267 lb-ft @ 4700 rpm | 195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 302 hp @ 6600 rpm | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 22 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 37 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 13.9 cu ft | 16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3690 lbs | 3115 lbs |
Height | 56.9 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 195.9 in | 193.1 in |
Width | 73.4 in | 73.2 in |
Wheelbase | 113.0 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 905 lbs | 1239 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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