2022 Kia K5 | Family Review

The 2022 Kia K5 is a midsize family sedan that competes with the Honda Accord, Toyota Camry, and Hyundai Sonata. In this video, we drive a Kia K5 GT trim to review its positives and negatives from a family perspective. #micahdrives

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2022 Kia K5

2.5L Turbo I4
290hp, 311 lb-ft

Front-Wheel Drive
8sp Dual-Clutch Transmission

24city/32hwy

Base K5 LX: $23,790
As-Tested: $35,445 GT w/GT1 Pkg
Plus $995 destination

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00:00 2022 Kia K5 Review
0:16 Information Explosion
0:39 Interior & Safety Features
3:04 Arm Rest Test
4:30 Exterior Review
5:13 Driving Impressions
7:02 Evie Drives
9:06 Emotion Factor
10:02 Infotainment Review
11:58 Engines & Fuel Economy
12:48 Which Kia K5 trim is best?
15:17 Kia K5 Competitors
15:45 Synopsis

[jraheemjefcoat]

Best looking mid-sized sedan out! My ideal trim is the GT-Line AWD in Wolf Gray and red interior. Of course panoramic roof is a complete must. I've seen this car actually have people turn their heads! And the almost fastback look is what stands out the most to me. KIA is no longer just a KIA anymore. Put some respect in their name!!

[Andygp]

The KIA K5 is one of the best looking sedans in the market today.

[jeffmorse]

I test drove a K5 GT Line and the brakes are very touchy so I think its common on all trims. Plus it was kind of funny how the base engine still chirps the tires when you accelerate from a stop if you're not used to it. It also had a ton of leg room and thigh support. I'm 6' 3" and actually had to pull the seat up a little from the max setting, which is something that almost never happens. Very comfy for tall people. I really wanted one with AWD, but all K5s were so scarce that my local dealer couldn't find one, but he was charging 3K over MSRP for the 2WD version and wouldn't budge on the price. After scouring Northern and Central California looking for one I finally gave up and got a Subaru Legacy. Still kind of wish I had waited or special ordered on. I really like the styling and love that sapphire blue.

[Cadillac-vg]

I own a 21 k5 GT LINE i bought new in May of 21. Southern California. Love it, quite peppy, goes up hills with ease unlike some regular 4 cylinders which struggle, the 1.6 l turbo doesn't. And the brakes....very touchy, especially 1st thing in the morning. However, they are very good, and stop the car very well at all speeds. I got the passion red, with premium package, glad I bought when I did, prices a little lower, and NO MARK UP!! Great review, as always. Your family is so nice.

[jimcabezola]

I never thought a sedan would wind up being more interesting than other types. Mahalo for choosing this car to test as opposed to an SUV. It's NOT your fault that SUVs are so prevalent and are the dull, default choice for so many of us. Signed: an old man without a car who rides a bicycle everywhere.

[jacobkennedy]

Evie, Thank you for letting Micah zoom around the curves in a slightly unnerving manner. It's good to know if the cars are fun to drive and watching you hold on for dear life is also highly entertaining 🤣 Another great family review. I really like the K5!

[NileshR]

I love the K5 GT, & I would get it in this color combination with the GT1 package which the car you reviewed has. This car is a stunner!

[Dunwelll]

Micah, I've commented how your family is my favorite YouTube family. I've added one more item to my list of many reasons I like you so much! My wife has the same 8 and 4 hand position/elbow requirements as you! We're car shopping for her, and you've helped narrow our list down 😊. Can you recommend any other vehicles in a similar class to this with good arm rests?

[Kiss__Kiss]

Is it Wood? That should have been the perfect opportunity for that ever so loving, Iguana.. LOL!!!

[fromann]

I really like the style of the K5! I think Kia is killing it in the design department!

[USCityzens]

I love my 22 K5. I can’t tell you how many compliments I get on my car I have the Wolf grey with the red leather seats and it’s amazing. This my first official car and yes, the car has some bad things to it but that’s not enough for me to give up on the car like sell it or trade it. I’ve had my car now for bout 6-7 months and I’m still not tired or bored of it.

[tjs]

Kia and Hyundai have explained that the mismatching buttons are so you can remember them by 'feel' so you don't look down at them. Yeah.

[michael]

I have a '22 K5 GT-Line, I opted for the AWD on this for my own climate circumstances. Well worth the money. I will say having a turbo engine takes time getting used to and some speeds lack power when flooring it. Overall a SPORTY vehicle and fun to drive for a good price. 8.7/10!

[BradWilson]

Great timing! I was literally just looking at this car today, specifically the GT trim. My two biggest issues were no AWD on the GT, and the old looking (to me) gauge cluster. I didn't drive it, so I'm curious about that power with FWD only. Now to actually watch this video and see what y'all have to say. 😎

[xTurles]

@11:52 "I love how your mind just spin on these things."

I'm the same way when I find things I wonder about; creativity right there.

[adamzeek]

I am currently saving up for this car right now it looks so nice.

[popculturepresos]

Am I the only one that finds Evie to be adorable?

[juanstubbs]

Great vid, i liked the Family theme, keep it up Muzio

[GanDtech]

Congrats on 100K subs been awesome following your channel!

[KrissKross]

My big knock against this is the lack of digital gauges. You get the same chintzy looking gauges they’ve been using for years in cars like the Rio in the top trim? Even the Sonata has a digital gauge option.