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The Kia Optima K5's dynamic on-road presence will captivate onlookers, thanks to newly designed taillights, trunk lid and bumpers that come together to create a more mature, upscale image. Generous use of soft-touch materials, refined interior fit and finish quality and a driver-centric dash layout make it abundantly clear that this is a true driver's car. The state-of-the-art multi-port injection gasoline engine is mated to a six-speed automatic transmission for the perfect blend of on-road performance and penny-pinching savings at the fuel pump.
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» SPECIAL FEATURES
» REVIEWS
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Have been driving K5 2.0 for about a month now and I am very impressed with the Koreans. The design of the car both interior and exterior wise has been nicely designed along with the features packed in the car, it's really worth the price. The car alone looks very sporty from outside. Rear seat passengers sits comfortably behind with plenty of leg room though if 3 over size adults were to sit behind, it would be a little squeezy. Driver seat is comfortable with its electronic seat adjustments with lumbar support. Center console is slightly tilt towards the driver which makes it convenient for the driver to access the info-tainment system. Having driven a 2.0 2006 camry before this, I must say that the K5 feels alot more comfortable and stable. This is mainly due to the fact the K5 lies low on the road and the handling makes it much more stable. In terms of power wise, k5 is just a normal 2.0L with no turbocharge. If Kia were to bring in the 1.6L/2.0L turbo model, I would believe the sale of the car would improve. If you are looking for comfort, style, features and not picky about engine performance and so so fuel comsumption, K5 is definitely a yes yes.» Read More -
Test drove the K5 earlier this month. One of the more affordable Cat B cars as compared to the rest. Nice balance of features, performance and price.» Read More
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I took no longer than 30 minutes to decide on this Korean beauty 2.5 years ago. It's sleek and sporty exterior, the spacious interior and the sheer number of features that you wouldn't have imagined from an Asian manufacturer. I haven't even got started with the drivetrain.» Read More
The ride was smooth but not the quietest. If you're looking for a car packed with power and torque, I suppose K5 might not be your favourite choice, but it is definitely a comfortable ride.
Well, to be honest, I wouldn't have considered a Kia or any Korean marquee 5 years ago - the reliability, the look and feel wasn't right.
I guess the ripple effect of the Korean wave definitely moved into the automotive industry and is here to stay. With the latest face-lift and added boost with a 2.4L variant, I give my two-thumbs up for this baby. -
Have been hunting for a 2L cost effective full featured car since March 2014. The closest new variant of K5 is the Mazda 6. Nissan Trans is out for me as it's made in Thailand. Honda accord and Toyota Camry is too expensive as it's $150k++ for basic model. HYUNDAI i45 design is old.» Read More
While comparing between Mazda 6 and Kia K5, I realised that for the same specs( electric seat, xenon head light as etc..) , I need to pay around $10k more. After the test driving both car, I decided to go for K5 as it's valuable for $. I realised that I am paying for a Korean car price with continental feel and features.
K5 provides all the features( large boot, xenon head light, DRL and etc..etc
The exterior of k5 is futuristic and suave. The tiger grille is distinctive and nice. The DRL and LED fog light is stunning and very useful in dim places. Boot is big and can fit 5 golf bags. It definitely solved my grocery problem on weekends.
Although the 2000cc does not come with Sun roof , ventilated seats ,blind spot.assistant.( available in 2400cc) , the interior is comfortable both for the driver and passengers. One key note is that the seat for the front passenger is low and the seat cannot be adjusted higher.
From the driver seat perspective, this car is driver orientated w the console titled towards the driver. Majority of the controls are on the steering wheel. I like it coz I am a gadget man..
Coming from a 1.4turbo car, the paddle shift is the only way to drive fast. However the steering is very light.
K5 is the car for me at that moment with my budget.. value for $ for all the gadgets I want
» VERDICT
The mid-sized sedan segment has always been fiercely competitive in Singapore, with capable cars such as the Toyota Camry, the Mazda6 and the Honda Accord all fighting it out to see who is the best.
While that may sound like quite a challenge for Kia, the carmaker has yet to disappoint. When the Kia Optima came to Singapore in early 2011, it possessed a rather gorgeous styling that managed to place the marque's design capabilities at the forefront. With the latest update, the Kia K5 brings about freshened styling and handy features that will easily put some of the European makes to shame.
For starters, new fog lamps and LED daytime running lights are now nicely incorporated with the headlamps. Moving inside, the cabin is classy and relatively understated. A new steering wheel that comes with audio controls lifts the sportiness level up a notch. Elsewhere, the car comes with useful features such as ventilated seats with memory options (excellent for our climate), and an eight-speaker Infinity audio system, among others.
Fitted with a new four-cylinder 2.4-litre block producing 177bhp and 231Nm of twisting force, the Optima K5 is paired with a smooth-shifting six-speed automatic gearbox. Getting around in the car is never a chore with the well-judged ride and good noise insulation. While not exactly the type of car to be hurried around, the keen driver will not be too disappointed with its mildly eager turn-in and good control of the body roll.
The Kia Optima K5 is a game changer in this segment. With the abundance of interior features, together with its striking sheet metal, it is easily one of the better buys as compared to its rivals.
While that may sound like quite a challenge for Kia, the carmaker has yet to disappoint. When the Kia Optima came to Singapore in early 2011, it possessed a rather gorgeous styling that managed to place the marque's design capabilities at the forefront. With the latest update, the Kia K5 brings about freshened styling and handy features that will easily put some of the European makes to shame.
For starters, new fog lamps and LED daytime running lights are now nicely incorporated with the headlamps. Moving inside, the cabin is classy and relatively understated. A new steering wheel that comes with audio controls lifts the sportiness level up a notch. Elsewhere, the car comes with useful features such as ventilated seats with memory options (excellent for our climate), and an eight-speaker Infinity audio system, among others.
Fitted with a new four-cylinder 2.4-litre block producing 177bhp and 231Nm of twisting force, the Optima K5 is paired with a smooth-shifting six-speed automatic gearbox. Getting around in the car is never a chore with the well-judged ride and good noise insulation. While not exactly the type of car to be hurried around, the keen driver will not be too disappointed with its mildly eager turn-in and good control of the body roll.
The Kia Optima K5 is a game changer in this segment. With the abundance of interior features, together with its striking sheet metal, it is easily one of the better buys as compared to its rivals.
