Kia K5 vs Lexus IS
Overview | |
Years produced2001-Present | Years produced2021-Present |
MSRP$39,125 | MSRP$25,590 |
Average price$32,883 | Average price |
Listings292 | Listings41 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.2 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryAfter a substantial refresh for the 2021 model year, the 2022 Lexus IS lineup returns with a handful of minor updates and a significant improvement in performance. The new Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally aspirated 5.0-litre V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. If you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. | |
Reviews SummaryIf you can overlook the real-world fuel economy and unimpressive crash-test ratings, then a 2024 Kia K5 is a steal of an automobile. (Don’t worry, it has an engine immobilizer system to prevent theft.) In Canada, it comes in LX, EX, GT-Line, and GT trim levels. Turbocharging is standard, and all-wheel drive is standard in Canada on every trim except the performance-oriented GT. The latter is a rare offering in this segment, and south of luxury brands it’s one matched only by the Nissan Altima. Verdict: It’s a shame Kia doesn’t offer the K5 with a hybrid powertrain, and its performance in new, tougher-to-pass crash tests is worrisome. But there is no doubt the 2024 Kia K5 is a stylish, comfortable, enjoyable, and technologically advanced midsize car. And the price is undeniably nice. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City21 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway37 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 241 hp I4 | Engine Name1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Torque258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm | Torque195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower241 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City21 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway31 | MPG Highway37 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall4 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space10.8 cu ft | Cargo Space16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3715 lbs | Curb Weight3148 lbs |
Height56.5 in | Height56.9 in |
Length185.4 in | Length193.1 in |
Width72.4 in | Width73.2 in |
Wheelbase110.2 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload825 lbs | Maximum Payload1206 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2001-Present | 2021-Present |
MSRP | $39,125 | $25,590 |
Average price | $32,883 | |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.5 | 4.8 |
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.2 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | After a substantial refresh for the 2021 model year, the 2022 Lexus IS lineup returns with a handful of minor updates and a significant improvement in performance. The new Lexus IS 500 F Sport Performance also debuts this year, packing a normally aspirated 5.0-litre V8 and laugh-riot driving dynamics. If you’re among the driving enthusiasts who miss the discontinued Lexus GS F, this is a credible substitute. | If you can overlook the real-world fuel economy and unimpressive crash-test ratings, then a 2024 Kia K5 is a steal of an automobile. (Don’t worry, it has an engine immobilizer system to prevent theft.) In Canada, it comes in LX, EX, GT-Line, and GT trim levels. Turbocharging is standard, and all-wheel drive is standard in Canada on every trim except the performance-oriented GT. The latter is a rare offering in this segment, and south of luxury brands it’s one matched only by the Nissan Altima. Verdict: It’s a shame Kia doesn’t offer the K5 with a hybrid powertrain, and its performance in new, tougher-to-pass crash tests is worrisome. But there is no doubt the 2024 Kia K5 is a stylish, comfortable, enjoyable, and technologically advanced midsize car. And the price is undeniably nice. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 21 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 37 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 241 hp I4 | 1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Torque | 258 lb-ft @ 1650 rpm | 195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 241 hp @ 5800 rpm | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 21 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 31 | 37 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 10.8 cu ft | 16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3715 lbs | 3148 lbs |
Height | 56.5 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 185.4 in | 193.1 in |
Width | 72.4 in | 73.2 in |
Wheelbase | 110.2 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 825 lbs | 1206 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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