The 2025 Kia K5 got its much needed major overhaul for the new year and may very well bring the midsize sedan back in fashion. Formerly known as the Kia Optima, the K5 is better than ever. Let’s take a look at all it has to offer with a focus on one of its trims, the GT-Line!
Key Takeaways:
- The 2025 Kia K5 has received a much-needed overhaul for the model year.
- The GT-Line is priced at less than $30k—a real bargain!
- The K5 GT-Line features more racing style than the other trims.
- It has historically been the most popular trim in the K5 lineup.
What Changes Have Been Made to the Kia K5 Gt-Line?
Kia is banking on consumers to ride with this sedan, so it really pulled out all the stops in its 2025 K5. They include the following:
- More distinctive headlights and a larger taillight
- An integrated spoiler on the trunk lid
- New wheel designs
- Wireless charging pad and USB-C ports as standard
- An HVAC touch panel and larger cupholders on the center console
- Power-adjustable driver’s seat
- Power folding side mirrors
- Phone-as-key functionality
- A 360-degree camera
- Camera-based blind-spot monitoring
- Bose premium audio system
What Features Are Seen From the 2025 Kia K5 GT-Line?
The GT-Line’s comes at the very affordable price of just under 30k; should you want all-wheel drive, you’ll pay about $1600 more. Its race car styling includes a sportier body kit than other G5 trims, 18-inch wheels, wireless smartphone charging, a 10-way power driver's seat and leather-wrapped steering wheel.
If you order the Premium package, full LED headlights, adaptive cruise control, and advanced forward-collision warning will be standard.
Under the Hood
The GT-Line is powered by a 191-hp 2.5-liter four-cylinder paired with an eight-speed automatic transmission and comes standard with front-wheel drive and the option of all-wheel drive. It replaces last year's turbocharged 1.6-liter engine. Its estimated mileage is 24/mpg city and 33 mpg hwy.
Is the Interior of the Kia K5 GT-Line Comfortable?
The G5’s straightforward interior is heightened by its quality materials—these include wood trim on the dash and doors, ambient interior lighting, a wireless charging pad, heated and ventilated front seats, and a panoramic sunroof. There’s even a dead pedal for resting your left food. There’s plenty of head, leg, and shoulder room in the back, and more than enough space for your luggage or a sizable grocery haul.
The K5’s infotainment display and controls are user-friendly and built well. The system features a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto standard that shares space with a 12.0-inch digital gauge cluster in higher trims. The K5 is available with a 12-speaker Bose sound system to accompany you with a driving beat as you go.
Are You Ready for Your Own K5 GT-Line?
If you’ve always wanted a race car, but could never afford one, the GT-Line’s sporty feel and racy styling will give you what you need at a very affordable price and be a great everyday driver for you and your family. Contact us today for more information!