While the sporty sedan is packing more tech than ever, and an engine upgrade ensures it is more powerful than previous generations, there is still no electric version of the mid-sized vehicle in sight. Instead, there’s an 11-horsepower boost, as a naturally aspirated, 2.5-liter four-cylinder engine replaces the 1.6-liter turbo previously found in the LXS, EX and GT-Line.
Along with 191-horsepower, the new engine can provide 181 pound-feet of torque. Front-wheel drive is standard, though the GT-line is available as an all-wheel drive model. The front-wheel drive GT variant of the K5 keeps the same powertrain it’s had previously; said powertrain provides 290 horsepower and a stout 311 pound-feet.
If Kia’s in-house infotainment doesn’t do it for you, then the new 12.3-inch central display is capable of wirelessly connecting to both Apple CarPlay and Android Auto. Car Navigation Cockpit works faster than before, quick controls can be implemented via swipes, and over-the-air updates make life easier for the vehicle’s owners.
Information on the exact pricing and release date has yet to be unveiled, though we expect to hear a lot more about the K5 and its variants in the coming months.
