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Kia K5 2021-Present
Overview
The Kia K5, introduced in 2021 and continuing into the present, represents a significant leap forward in design, technology, and performance. With its bold and sporty exterior styling, the K5 presents a striking presence on the road, featuring a distinctive front grille, sculpted lines, and a more aggressive overall appearance. The interior is equally impressive, offering a modern, driver-centric cockpit with high-quality materials and advanced technology features. Including large touchscreen infotainment systems, smartphone integration, and an available digital instrument cluster elevates the K5's tech-savvy appeal.
The K5 has stepped up its game in the performance department with various powertrains, including turbocharged engines and available all-wheel drive, providing an enjoyable driving experience. Safety has also improved, with advanced driver assistance systems like adaptive cruise control, lane-keeping assist, and automated emergency braking available. Overall, the Kia K5, in its current generation, stands as a formidable contender in the midsize sedan segment, offering a blend of style, technology, and performance that appeals to a wide range of buyers.
Specifications
Kia K5 specification, engine oil capacity, spark plug gap, safety rating, fuel consumption, transmission, and light bulb sizes.
Chassis
- Type: DL3
Engine 1.6L 4-Cylinder DOHC
- Recommended oil viscosity: 0W-20
- Oil certification: API
- Oil capacity: 5.0 quarts
Engine 2.5L 4-Cylinder DOHC
- Recommended oil viscosity: 0W-30
- Oil certification: API
- Oil capacity: 5.9 quarts
Fuel
- Capacity: 60 L (15.85 US gal.)
Automatic transmission fluid
- Type: Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi
- Capacity: 6.8 qt ( 6.5 L)
Dual clutch transmission fluid (Gear oil)
- Type: Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi : WDGO-1 (GS CALTEX)
- Capacity: Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi 3.4 L (3.59 US qt.)
Dual clutch transmission fluid (Control oil)
- Type: Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi : WDGO-1 (GS CALTEX)
- Capacity: Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi 2.5 L (2.64 US qt.)
Coolant
- Type: Mixture of antifreeze and water (Ethylene-glycol with phosphate-based coolant for cooling device)
- Capacity:
- Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi : 8L (8.45 US qt.)
- Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi: 8.8 L (9.3 US qt.)
Brake/Clutch fluid
- Type: DOT4
- Capacity:
- AT: 395+/-20 cc
- DCT: 414+/-20 cC
Powertrain
Engine
- Petrol:
- 1.5 L Smartstream G1.5 T-GDi I4
- 1.6 L Smartstream G1.6 T-GDi I4[42]
- 2.0 L Smartstream G2.0 MPi I4
- 2.0 L Smartstream G2.0 T-GDi I4
- 2.5 L Smartstream G2.5 GDi I4
- 2.5 L Smartstream G2.5 T-GDi I4
- Petrol hybrid:
- 2.0 L Smartstream G2.0 HEV I4
- Petrol/LPG:
- 2.0 L Smartstream G2.0 LPi I4
Transmission
- 6-speed automatic
- 8-speed automatic
- 7-speed dual-clutch automatic
- 8-speed dual-clutch automatic
Fuel Consumption

Warning Lights & Bulb Sizes
Front Lights
- Type A
- High beam: LED
- Low beam LED
- Position and daytime running lamps: LED
- Turn signal lamps: LED
- Type B
- High beam: LED
- Low beam: LED
- Auxiliary low beam: LED
- Position and daytime running lamps: LED
- Turn signal lamps: LED
- Front side marker lamps: LED
- Front fog lamps (Type A): LED
- Front fog lamps (Type B): LED
- Turn signal lamp (installed in outside rearview mirror): LED
Rear Lights
- Type A
- Stop and tail lamps: 21/5W 21/5
- Tail lamps: W5W 5
- Turn signal lamps: PY21W 21
- Back up lamps: W16W 16
- Side marker lamps: LED
- Type B *
- Stop lamps LED
- Tail lamps (outside): LED
- Tail lamps (center): LED
- Turn signal lamps: PY21W 21
- Back up lamps: W16W 16
- Side marker lamps LED –
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