thinking about getting this exact same model , i have an hour drive to work and after this past winter i decided it might be time to upgrade to something AWD (my car is an 04 civic lol) , its between this and a subaru legacy
Just bought my K5 gt line with premium package, last week, passion red also. Really like it. Hand waxed it already, really brought out the red paint, and its smooth as butter now!
@@fleaskee I specifically made sure to get the GT-line premium package since I wanted full rear led lights and the panoramic sunroof plus others but I know there was a AWD version which is also nice. The red interior is also technically not an extra charge but they are sold randomly so look carefully for that.
Bought one on January 1st and the only thing I regret is not getting the wolf grey with red interior. Got the black on black and no one even believes it's a Kia when they see it or ride in it. Very happy with my purchase.
I have a 2020 AWD Stinger 3.3Tt and it is a world class car for the money.Ran a 4.2 second to 60 at the track and then a week later drove thru the remanants of a hurricane with 2 inches water on the road and the car was fantastically stable--I was able to easily go the speed limit even while it was downpouring.
@Tony Camaj I have a str8 exhaust no mufflers and KIA reset the computer on the oil change after i did it and said the cars engine was made to be breathe better for exhaust systems and take advantage and could give a 7% or so increase in HP--but that is all I have done as far as performance.But yeah i ran a 4.2 without using launch control.It was also cool out low 70s and low humidity.
Ben I’m not sure how successful you are in the dating game but that wolf gray comment I don’t think would be much of a turn on....Its really a nice car though LOL!!!😝👍
An 8 speed torque converter. We spent a week in a K5 and was so impressed we kicked off our channel with a POV review of one. The 8 speed works really well write the 1.6 turbo.
@@tieningwang9544 Hi Tiening. Ben’s review is of the GT-Line and not the higher performance GT. The GT does have the cool dual clutch as you state. Kia’s designations are confusing.
I live in Southern California, never snows here. Hell, it hardly ever rains here lol. Definitely don't need all wheel drive. My k5 has no torque steer when I get on it . And you lose approximately 3 mpg with AWD. I Definitely like the car just fine.
If someone out here has the same AWD K5 GTLINE how much did you paid or what was the price in the dealership? Mine was 35,415 dlls cash, after financing I’m gonna pay 39,980 total for this car. Just want to compare price’s 😅 I got it 6 months ago/ JUNE 2021
Torque steer at 37 mph on a straight road? You didn't even test it on the twisty bits while accelerating. How can you say those big words "No torque steer" which can affect someone's buying decision based on a car reviewer's words. Please only say confirmed things. Kia won't give you a free car dude.
I just bought my Kia K5 GT AWD Wolf Grey yesterday. This is such an amazing car I’ve got so many compliments on it.
I’m planning on getting the white awd k5. I just wish it could of came with red interior
thinking about getting this exact same model , i have an hour drive to work and after this past winter i decided it might be time to upgrade to something AWD (my car is an 04 civic lol) , its between this and a subaru legacy
Mine is black GT line
Congrats. We spent a week in a K5 and was so impressed we kicked off our channel with a POV review of one.
Me too! Added the 10.25 screen with Nav. Excellent car. Everyone stares...
I’m more into pickup trucks, never really considered getting a sedan, but I do like the way this Kia looks!
Passion Red GT Line FWD owner over here! Just got a compliment on mine this morning 💪🏽 I absolutely love this car!!!
Just bought my K5 gt line with premium package, last week, passion red also. Really like it. Hand waxed it already, really brought out the red paint, and its smooth as butter now!
I got this exact trim and options for my K5-GT line and its so nice, highly recommend for people deciding. People do look!
I’m looking the get one soon, any tips to what to look for?
How are the audio speakers? Does it have a nice bass into it ? I’m dying to get this car
@@fleaskee I specifically made sure to get the GT-line premium package since I wanted full rear led lights and the panoramic sunroof plus others but I know there was a AWD version which is also nice. The red interior is also technically not an extra charge but they are sold randomly so look carefully for that.
@@ANG3LS21 I believe the gt-line gets the 12 speakers, I think if you get the ex or gt, it has the bose speakers
Congrats. We spent a week in a K5 and was so impressed we kicked off our channel with a POV review of one.
Wolf grey let's go back to my place babe.. lmao wtf tho
Don't knock it till you try it lol
Bought one on January 1st and the only thing I regret is not getting the wolf grey with red interior. Got the black on black and no one even believes it's a Kia when they see it or ride in it. Very happy with my purchase.
Congrats. We spent a week in a K5 and was so impressed we kicked off our channel with a POV review of one.
how is the reliability? Considering getting one
Mountains in the background looks so cool. But I love the K5, looks excellent! Thanks for the review
AWD does wonders for this car. Makes it more planted and more control. Definitely fixes the torque steer.
That’s EXACTLY what Ben said...🤔
I have a 2020 AWD Stinger 3.3Tt and it is a world class car for the money.Ran a 4.2 second to 60 at the track and then a week later drove thru the remanants of a hurricane with 2 inches water on the road and the car was fantastically stable--I was able to easily go the speed limit even while it was downpouring.
@Tony Camaj I have a str8 exhaust no mufflers and KIA reset the computer on the oil change after i did it and said the cars engine was made to be breathe better for exhaust systems and take advantage and could give a 7% or so increase in HP--but that is all I have done as far as performance.But yeah i ran a 4.2 without using launch control.It was also cool out low 70s and low humidity.
Just got mine yesterday. Loving it.
Congrats. We spent a week in a K5 and was so impressed we kicked off our channel with a POV review of one.
I got this same car on this video love it more than my 2019 Honda Accord sport. A little smaller but handles alot better. AWD is perfect as well.
Dimensionally it is larger than the Accord.
Great review Ben. Very impressed with the K5.
I've seen a couple, I like them
I Loved The Kia K5 GT-Line It's Such A Popular Car.
Ben I’m not sure how successful you are in the dating game but that wolf gray comment I don’t think would be much of a turn on....Its really a nice car though LOL!!!😝👍
What dating game?🥴🥴🥴
@@BenHardyCars 😂🤔👍
Does this car really have a classic torque converter transmission, not a CVT?
An 8 speed torque converter. We spent a week in a K5 and was so impressed we kicked off our channel with a POV review of one. The 8 speed works really well write the 1.6 turbo.
This is an wet dual clutch transmission, not a conventional AT with a torque converter.
@@tieningwang9544 Hi Tiening. Ben’s review is of the GT-Line and not the higher performance GT. The GT does have the cool dual clutch as you state. Kia’s designations are confusing.
@@BeyondTheTestDrive Thanks for clarification. You are correct. I thought gt and gtline use the same type of transmission.
I looked at this one today at the dealer. Came home and looked for your video. Thank you for making One! I wanted to hear what you had to say about it
We spent a week in a K5 and was so impressed we kicked off our channel with a POV review of one.
I just bought a NEW K5 GT LINE TODAY! passion red, with premium package ! I love it!!
Nice review, I'm currently looking into the 2021 Kia K5 and Hyundai Sonata N- Line ...
Sonata n line is better!
Wolf Gray is now my Favorite color
Getting a sapphire blue GT Line AWD tomorrow!
Have you tried it in snow? I am curious how will it perform in snow.
It’s amazing in the snow
@@scottw595 yeah. I got snow in WA today, and drove it. Pretty good results I must say. I was pretty impressed.
Nice looking. Price seems right for having less than 200hp.
I live in Southern California, never snows here. Hell, it hardly ever rains here lol. Definitely don't need all wheel drive. My k5 has no torque steer when I get on it . And you lose approximately 3 mpg with AWD. I Definitely like the car just fine.
Can’t even find a GT Trim at all in the my state(Ohio)… looking at if this GT Line is good still
Yup they didn’t offer it to me and seemed clueless when I asked about it. I got the GT line awd and cannot complain
car is beautiful. I like the 360 cameras and Cooled seats in the GT model also. Sadly GT has no AWD
Will a full size tire fit where the doughnut is?
Great review 👍🏼
I believe Honda copied that exterior color with the new Accord
Honda had the same accord since 2018
This Kia it so nice car beautiful color on this car awesome color
This is probably the color I'll go with!
Why is the shift lock release interesting? Does he not know what it is?? 👀👀
It’s sporty looking car but without being too expensive and at the pump
Good review! Torque steer, shmorque shmeer!!!
You the goat bro 🔥
Does it have navigation?
Question: what is the heartbeat running lights? Like is there a way to activate it cause that feature is so badass... I have the K5 GT-Line as well.
Theres no such feature. Its the camera recording that makes it do that.
Y’all think next year they will add red interior in different exterior color new year?
If someone out here has the same AWD K5 GTLINE how much did you paid or what was the price in the dealership? Mine was 35,415 dlls cash, after financing I’m gonna pay 39,980 total for this car. Just want to compare price’s 😅 I got it 6 months ago/ JUNE 2021
Paid 32k out the door. Same configuration but a 2022
I love your videos but you didn't have to go that far with the wolf grey
😂😂😂
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I’m considering this or the Mazda 3 hatchback. Which would you pick Ben?
Turbo hatchback, if not then k5
@@BenHardyCars well, k5 GT!
Agree with Ben. If not the turbo Mazda then the K5.
Wow kia k5 Top up goooood 😍 👏 😳 👌 🙌 😑 😍
Cars are a lot better in USA than in India.
If only the actual gt had AWD
It does come in awd
It actually doesn’t
team kia
Great looking car but a little underpowered.I prefer the 2022 kia stinger gt-line with AWD to the kia k5 GT version that doesn't have AWD.
I mean also a price difference
Baby 1.6 😁😁😁
No AWD still in Russia, I am upset :(
This guy definitely tried to pick up chicks with that pickup line. Nice.
Torque steer at 37 mph on a straight road? You didn't even test it on the twisty bits while accelerating. How can you say those big words "No torque steer" which can affect someone's buying decision based on a car reviewer's words. Please only say confirmed things. Kia won't give you a free car dude.
This guys obviously never spoken to a woman before.
Planty of mistakes 😂....... including sound of horn
"Wolof Gray babe, now let's go back to my place" Now I understand why white women are jumping through hoops to be with black and Latino man😂
You are getting fired for taking this car into a traffic jam to do a review instead of making a left at the traffic light or at least going straight.
2nd
I think the car is ugly. But Kia came a long way with features
fuck cars lol
No, it's a freaking garbage Kia
It’s not. You just can’t except that they are on top of the game now Ryan asshole.
You are stuck in 1995. 😒
I see a lot K5 driven in Los Angeles, It’s nothing impressive to brag about.
Compared to a accord or Camry it is something to brag about
What does Jesus drive? 🤔