2021 Kia K5 vs 2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class
Overview | |
MSRP$54,050 | MSRP$23,590 |
Listings31 | Listings13 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews | Expert reviews7.7 out of 10 |
2020 Mercedes-Benz E-Class Reviews Summary | |
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. | |
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Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Drive TrainRWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City23 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway37 |
Engine | |
Engine Name2.0L 255 hp I4 | Engine Name1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Torque273 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | Torque195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower255 hp @ 5800 rpm | Horsepower180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
DrivetrainRWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
MPG City23 | MPG City27 |
MPG Highway32 | MPG Highway37 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation SystemStandard | Navigation System |
Sunroof/MoonroofStandard | Sunroof/Moonroof |
Safety | |
Front Crash Overall5 | Front Crash Overall4 |
Side Crash Overall5 | Side Crash Overall5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space13.1 cu ft | Cargo Space16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight3814 lbs | Curb Weight3115 lbs |
Height57.8 in | Height56.9 in |
Length193.8 in | Length193.1 in |
Width81.3 in | Width73.2 in |
Wheelbase115.7 in | Wheelbase112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1239 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
MSRP | $54,050 | $23,590 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 7.7 out of 10Read full review | |
Pros & cons | ||
Summary | 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. | |
Video | No video found | |
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 @ 5800 rpm | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
MPG City | 23 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 37 |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 2.0L 255 hp I4 | 1.6L 180 hp I4 |
Torque | 273 lb-ft @ 1800 rpm | 195 lb-ft @ 1500 rpm |
Horsepower | 255 hp @ 5800 rpm | 180 hp @ 5500 rpm |
Drivetrain | RWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
MPG City | 23 | 27 |
MPG Highway | 32 | 37 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Standard | |
Sunroof/Moonroof | Standard | |
Safety | ||
Front Crash Overall | 5 | 4 |
Side Crash Overall | 5 | 5 |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 13.1 cu ft | 16.0 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3814 lbs | 3115 lbs |
Height | 57.8 in | 56.9 in |
Length | 193.8 in | 193.1 in |
Width | 81.3 in | 73.2 in |
Wheelbase | 115.7 in | 112.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1239 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |

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