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Kia K5 2006-2010
Overview
The Kia K5, produced from 2006 to 2010, is a midsize sedan that marked Kia's entry into the competitive midsize car segment. It showcased Kia's commitment to producing affordable, reliable vehicles with modern design elements. The K5 featured a sleek, aerodynamic exterior design, smooth body lines, and an appealing front grille. It offered a comfortable and well-appointed interior with ample passenger space and an array of standard and optional features, including power accessories, air conditioning, and modern infotainment systems.
Safety was a priority for the Kia K5, with available features like airbags, anti-lock brakes, and stability control systems. Overall, the K5 aimed to provide consumers with an attractive, budget-friendly alternative in the midsize sedan market. It is popular for those seeking practical transportation with a touch of style.
Specifications
Kia K5 specifications, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.
Engine 2.4L 4-Cylinder DOHC
- Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-20
- Oil certification: API
- Drain Plug Torque: 25-32 FT-LBS
- Oil capacity: 4.5 quarts
Spark Plug Gap
- 2.4L 4-Cylinder : 0.044”
Engine 2.7L 6-Cylinder DOHC
- Recommended oil viscosity: 5W-20
- Oil certification: API
- Drain Plug Torque: 25-32 FT-LBS
- Oil capacity: 4.7 quarts
Spark Plug Gap
- 2.7L 4-Cylinder : 0.044”
Fuel
- Capacity: 17.2 gallons
Automatic transaxle fluid
- Type: Genuine Kia ATF SP-III or an equivalent ATF meeting the SP-III specification
- Capacity: 7.7 quarts (7.3 liters)
Manual transaxle fluid
- Type: API Service GL-4 (SAE 75W-85, fill for-life)
- Capacity: 1.85 US qt. (1.75 l)
Brake Fluid
- Type: FMVSS116 DOT 3
Power Steering Fluid
- Type: Kia PSF-3 or an equivalent
- Capacity: 0.7 liters or 0.74 quarts
Powertrain
Engine
- Petrol:
- Gasoline:
- 1.8 L Theta I4
- 2.0 L Theta I4
- 2.4 L Theta I4
- 2.4 L Theta II I4
- 2.7 L Delta V6
- 2.7 L Mu V6
- Gasoline/LPG:
- 2.4 L Theta LPi I4
- Diesel:
- 2.0 L D CRDI VGT I4
- Gasoline:
Transmission
- 5-speed manual
- 4-speed automatic
- 5-speed automatic
Fuel Consumption

Safety Rating

Warning Lights & Bulb Sizes
Front Lights
- Front Fog Light Bulb: 881
- Front Sidemarker Light Bulb: 168
- Front Turn Signal Light Bulb: 2357
- High Beam Headlight Bulb: H1-55W
- Low Beam Headlight Bulb: H11B
Rear Lights
- Back-Up Light Bulb: 921
- Brake Light Bulb: 2357
- Center High Mount Stop Light Bulb: 921
- License Plate Light Bulb: 168
- Parking Light Bulb: 2357
- Rear Sidemarker Light Bulb: 168
- Rear Turn Signal Light Bulb: 1156NA
- Tail Light Bulb: 2357
Interior Lights
- Courtesy Light Bulb: 168
- Dome Light Bulb: 6461
- Map Light Bulb: 175
- Trunk Light Bulb: 6418
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