2020 BMW 3 Series vs 2021 Kia K5
Overview | |
MSRP$40,750 | MSRP$23,590 |
Average price$38,691 | Average price$28,895 |
Listings110 | Listings13 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.2 out of 10 | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
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2020 BMW 3 Series Reviews SummaryDoes BMW still use “The Ultimate Driving Machine” as its advertising tagline? Yes, it does. And with the arrival of the 2020 BMW M340i, which slots between the existing 330i and the forthcoming BMW M3, the company proves there is substance behind the slogan. | |
2021 Kia K5 Reviews SummarySedans are now the most exciting new cars in the mainstream market. They are to crossovers today what craft beer was in the early 2000s. They’re not on every corner anymore because North Americans prefer trucks over cars, but sedans like the 2021 Kia K5 are refreshing to see, surprisingly good to drive, and will make you look cultured and smart without having to try. The K5—and its new name—replaces the Optima and upgrades nearly everything in the pursuit of style and performance. It’s one of the best midsize sedans out there. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City26 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway37 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine Name1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Torque295 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm | Torque195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5000 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City26 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway36 | MPG Highway37 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space13.0 cu ft | Cargo Space16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3589 lbs | Curb Weight3115 lbs |
Height56.8 in | Height56.9 in |
Length185.7 in | Length193.1 in |
Width81.4 in | Width73.2 in |
Wheelbase112.2 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1239 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $40,750 | $23,590 |
Average price | $38,691 | $28,895 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | 4.8 | 4.7 |
Expert reviews | 8.2 out of 10Read full review | 7.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Does BMW still use “The Ultimate Driving Machine” as its advertising tagline? Yes, it does. And with the arrival of the 2020 BMW M340i, which slots between the existing 330i and the forthcoming BMW M3, the company proves there is substance behind the slogan. | Sedans are now the most exciting new cars in the mainstream market. They are to crossovers today what craft beer was in the early 2000s. They’re not on every corner anymore because North Americans prefer trucks over cars, but sedans like the 2021 Kia K5 are refreshing to see, surprisingly good to drive, and will make you look cultured and smart without having to try. The K5—and its new name—replaces the Optima and upgrades nearly everything in the pursuit of style and performance. It’s one of the best midsize sedans out there. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Drive Train | RWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5000 rpm | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 26 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 37 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Torque | 295 lb-ft @ 1450 rpm | 195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5000 rpm | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 26 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 36 | 37 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 4 | |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 13.0 cu ft | 16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3589 lbs | 3115 lbs |
Height | 56.8 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 185.7 in | 193.1 in |
Width | 81.4 in | 73.2 in |
Wheelbase | 112.2 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1239 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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