2022 Subaru Legacy vs 2022 Kia K5
Overview | ||
MSRP | $23,495 | $23,790 |
Average price | $26,179 | $28,138 |
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Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.8 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | 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 | 2.5L 182 hp H4 | 1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Drive Train | AWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 27 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 37 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.5L 182 hp H4 | 1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Torque | 178 lb-ft @ 4400 rpm | 195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 182 hp @ 5800 rpm | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | AWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 27 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 35 | 37 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 15.1 cu ft | 16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3489 lbs | 3115 lbs |
Height | 59.1 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 190.6 in | 193.1 in |
Width | 81.8 in | 73.2 in |
Wheelbase | 108.3 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1239 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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