The 2023 Kia K5 is a mid-size sedan manufactured by Kia Motors. The K5 was originally introduced for the 2001 model year as the Kia Optima. The Kia Optima was rebranded as the K5 in 2019. The Kia K5 is currently in its fourth generation and is assembled in West Point, Georgia. The Kia K5 competes with other mid-size sedans like the Toyota Camry, Hyundai Sonata and Honda Accord. In this article we will explore the engine options available on the 2023 Kia K5.

What engines are available on the 2023 Kia K5?

The 2023 Kia K5 comes in two available engine options: a 1.6L Turbo and a 2.5L Turbo. 

Turbocharged 1.6L 4-Cylinder Engine

First up is the 1.6L Turbocharged 4-cylinder engine. This engine gets up to 180 max horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque. The engine is paired with an 8 speed automatic transmission and comes with Front-Wheel Drive (FWD) or All-Wheel Drive (AWD). The 1.6L Turbo offers excellent fuel economy as it gets up to an EPA-estimated 37 highway MPG.

Turbocharged 2.5L 4-Cylinder Engine

The other engine available on the 2023 K5 is a 2.5L Turbocharged 4-cylinder engine. This engine offers a more powerful 290 max horsepower and 311 lb-ft of torque. The 2.5L engine is only available on the GT trim level. This engine is paired with an 8-speed Dual Clutch Transmission. Fuel economy decreases with the more powerful engine but still gets an estimated 32 highway MPG. 

K5 Engine Chart

Engine Type	Horsepower	Torque (lb-ft)	Highway MPG
1.6L Turbo Engine	180	195	37
2.5L Turbo Engine	290	311	32

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The 2023 Kia Niro is a subcompact crossover SUV. It has a stylish, futuristic design and comes with a variety of standard and available features. The 2023 Kia Niro was introduced in late 2020. The Kia Niro is made in South Korea and competes with the Toyota Rav4, the Honda CR-V, and the Ford Escape. The 2023 Kia Niro is in its first generation. The Kia Niro has won several awards including the IIHS Top Safety Pick+ and the Green Car Reports Best Car To Buy.

Some of the best features of the 2023 Kia Niro include its stylish design, its spacious interior, and its wide variety of standard and available features. For the 2023 model year, Kia has made a number of changes to the Niro. These include making the Niro available with a new all-wheel drive system and adding a new sporty trim level.

The Kia Niro is a capable crossover SUV. It has a variety of standard and available features that make it a great choice for those looking for a stylish, capable vehicle. The 2023 Kia Niro comes with the latest technology and offers a sleek interior and exterior look. In this article, we will explore the engine options on the 2023 Kia Niro.

What engine options are available on the 2023 Kia Niro?

The 2023 Kia Niro will be available in a variety of different engine options. The base engine will be a 1.6-liter four-cylinder hybrid engine that produces 139 combined drivetrain horsepower and 195 lb-ft of combined drivetrain torque. The same engine is also available in a plug-in hybrid option available on the 2023 Kia Niro Plug-In Hybrid.

The Kia Niro is also available in a fully electric drivetrain on the 2023 Kia Niro EV. This electric motor gets up to 201 motor horsepower and 291 lb-ft of motor torque. The Niro EV can get up to 123 MPGe in the city and can get up to 239 miles on a single charge.

Kia Niro Engines Conclusion

In conclusion, the Kia Niro is available in 3 different engine/motor options.

• 1.6 L 4-cylinder and Full Parallel Hybrid System (Hybrid)
• 1.6 L 4-cylinder and Full Parallel Hybrid System (Plug-In Hybrid)
• Permanent Magnet AC Synchronous (Fully Electric)

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The fourth generation of the Kia Sorento was launched in the fall of 2020. The new version of the SUV has been completely redesigned and is mounted on a completely new platform. The new platform provides more interior space and better driving stability in all terrains and conditions. The headroom has also been improved, and the hood was extended to give the new Kia’s flagship SUV a more aggressive look. The front fascia has been updated, the new “tiger nose” front grille and full LED headlights called “tiger eye” along with the LED taillights and rest of the design make the vehicle look strong and futuristic. The interior has also been improved, and it has a touch of luxury and comes loaded with technological features.

2023 Kia Sorento Engines

The 2023 Kia Sorento comes in 4 available engine options. The engine options will vary by trim level. The LX and S models are powered by an atmospheric 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with 191 HP and 182 lb-ft of torque.  The EX, SX, SX Prestige, and SX Prestige X-line models are powered by a turbocharged 2.5-liter 4-cylinder engine with 281 HP and 311 lb-ft of torque. Both engines are married to an 8-speed automatic transmission; however, the 2.5 turbo engines use a more sophisticated, dual-clutch transmission.

2023 Kia Sorento Hybrid Engine

The 2023 Kia Sorento also comes in a hybrid engine option. The 1.6L four-cylinder turbocharged hybrid engine puts out up to 227 horsepower and 258 lb-ft of torque. The Sorento Hybrid comes in FWD and AWD drivetrain and can get up to 39 MPG in the city. 

2023 Kia Sorento Plug-In Hybrid Engine

Something new and exciting about the 2023 Sorento is the launch of a PHEV (Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicle), powered by a powerful 1.6-liter four-cylinder turbocharged engine with 177HP matched to an electric motor with 60HP, resulting in a combined output of 227 HP and 195 lb-ft of torque. The models fitted with a hybrid engine come with a 6-speed transmission and four-wheel drive. The full-electric autonomy of the new Sorento is about 32 miles with a combined range of about 460 miles.

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