Recently, the 2025 Kia K5(photo | configuration | inquiry) was officially launched, a total of four new models were launched, the price range is 1398-189,800 yuan. As an annual model, the new car has been upgraded mainly in terms of configuration, providing 1.5T and 2.0T power.
In terms of appearance, the new car and cash are basically consistent, the front is equipped with tiger whistling network, and has been blackened, with folded LED daytime running lights, the overall visual impact. The side of the body adopts the sliding back shape, the lines are smooth and dynamic, and the wheels of 17 inches, 18 inches and 19 inches are provided. The tail shape is quite moving, using a through-line taillight design, the rear surround is integrated into the diffuser and equipped with a two-sided total four out of the gun exhaust pipe, the movement atmosphere is strong. The rear windshield also adds a U-shaped surround chrome trim strip to enhance the sense of sophistication.
In terms of body size, the length, width and height of the new car are 4980/1860/1445 mm, and the wheelbase is 2900 mm. It is located in a medium-sized car, providing four exterior car colors of diamond sea blue, interstellar gray, aurora black and pearl white, and three interior colors of black, black and red and black rice.
There is no change in the interior, equipped with a multi-functional sports steering wheel, shift dial, knob type electronic shift and 12.3-inch full LCD instrument + 2.3-inch multimedia touch screen composed of integrated screen, with a good sense of technology, and equipped with Baidu intelligent Interconnection System 3.0, Support voice control, navigation, remote control, mobile phone Bluetooth key, car and home interconnection, Carlife and other functions. It is worth mentioning that the new car has significantly improved in configuration compared to the old model.
Among them, the 1.5T deluxe version adds functions such as smart key & one-button start, 8-way adjustment of the driver’s electric seat, smart key/one-button start, and trunk induction opening. The 1.5T premium version not only strengthens the front anti-collision assistance, but also adds the front seat heating, 12-way electric adjustment of the driver’s seat (including 4-way lumbar adjustment), 4-way adjustment of the co-driver’s electric seat, 7-speaker JBL sound, 360° panoramic image, side-to-rear image, navigational intelligent cruise control, highway driving assistance and other configurations.
The 2.0T premium version adds a leather seat and ventilation function for the front seat on the basis of the new configuration of the 1.5T premium version. As for the 2.0T flagship version, the old model needs to be optional configuration: 19-inch aluminum alloy wheels + Michelin tires, metal accelerator brake pedal, metal welcome pedal, 64-color atmosphere lights, steering wheel heating, rear seat heating, rear seat electric adjustable, driver seat knee air bag, rear advanced central armrest, etc. are all upgraded to standard.
In terms of power, the new car still offers 1.5T and 2.0T two powertrains, of which the 1.5T engine has a maximum power of 170 HP, a peak torque of 253 N · m, a matching 7DCT dual-clutch transmission, and a WLTC 100-km comprehensive fuel consumption of 5.95 liters; The 2.0T engine has a maximum power of 240 HP, peak torque of 353 nm, matching 8AT transmission, and fuel consumption of WLTC 100 km under comprehensive working conditions is as low as 6.74 liters. Chassis, after the new car front macpherson + multi-link independent suspension, and provide the ECO/SPORT/SMART/COMFORT/CUSTOM five kinds of driving mode.
Configuration analysis
Let’s take a look at how the configuration of each model performs.
1.5T Deluxe edition
Recommended Index: ★★★★
This version offers 17-inch wheels, full LED headlights, LED daytime running lights, LED front fog lights, power sunroof, chrome plated dual exhaust design, four-door one-button anti-pinch power Windows, external rearview mirror electric heating/adjustment/folding, trunk sensing open, smart Key & one-button start, leather multi-function steering wheel, shift paddles, leather seat, driver’s seat 8-way electric regulation, dual-zone automatic air conditioning, air purification system, 7-inch color LCD instrument, 12.3-inch center control screen, Carlife, 6 speakers, 6 airbags, EPB electronic parking, automatic parking, independent digital display tire pressure monitoring, reversing radar, reversing image, cruise control and other configuration.
1.5T Premium edition
Recommended Index: ★★★★★
This version is 20,000 yuan more expensive than the 1.5T deluxe version, Added 18-inch aluminum alloy wheels, panoramic sunroof, front left and right double soundproof glass, mobile phone Bluetooth key, driver’s seat 12-way electric adjustment (including 4-way waist support adjustment), passenger seat 4-way electric adjustment, front heated seat, mobile phone wireless charging, 12.3-inch LCD instrument, Baidu Intelligent interconnection System 3.0, rear USB charging interface, 7 Loudspeaker JBL sound, front radar, 360° panoramic image, side and rear image, front collision avoidance assistance (vehicle/pedestrian), front collision avoidance assistance (bicycle/intersection), lane keeping assistance, lane following assistance, intelligent light adjustment, driver fatigue reminder, navigation-based intelligent cruise control, highway driving assistance and other configurations.
In addition to adding a lot of comfort configuration, this version is also equipped with L2 level driving assistance, bringing a more comfortable and safe driving experience, and the price is quite good!
2.0T Premium Edition
Recommended Index: ★★★★
This version is 16,000 yuan more expensive than the 1.5T premium version, and in addition to carrying 2.0T power, it also adds two-sided dual-barrel exhaust pipes, leather seats, and front ventilated seats.
2.0T flagship version
Recommended Index: ★★★★☆
This version is the top, which is 14,000 yuan more expensive than the 2.0T premium version. Added LED headlights (with lenses), 19-inch aluminum wheels + Michelin tires, metal welcome pedals, metal pedals (acceleration/braking), rear advanced central armrest (including multimedia/seat heating control), 64-color atmosphere light, steering wheel heating, rear heated seat, front seat seat electric adjustable rear seat, driver seat memory, driver seat knee air bag, blind area anti-collision assistance, rear cross anti-collision assistance, safety exit assistance and other configuration. This version is mainly improved in the comfort configuration and security configuration.
The 2025 Kia K5 has been upgraded mainly in terms of configuration to further enhance its competitiveness. Among the four configuration models, I recommend the 1.5T Premium version, which has the comfort configuration in place and the L2 driver assistance function.
