[Twiggy]

Kia hasn't officially revealed when the K5's release date is but we should expect it to go sale some time this year.

It's going to be built alongside the Telluride at Kia's West Point, Georgia assembly plant.

 

[gt4me]

The K5 is already at dealers with more than 3,000 units available already. That was a super fast launch by Kia! K5 already at dealers!

 

[K5 FL]

Took delivery this past Monday. Sapphire Blue, GT-LINE. I keep feeling like I got away with forbidden fruit. Value is off the scale. Fun to drive, fun to look at - inside and outside. Sips fuel.

 

[gt4me]

Took delivery this past Monday. Sapphire Blue, GT-LINE. I keep feeling like I got away with forbidden fruit. Value is off the scale. Fun to drive, fun to look at - inside and outside. Sips fuel.

Welcome! Any photos?

 

[K5 FL]

Welcome! Any photos?

I’ll try to get some pics this week. I’m still in the initial detailing stage.
Applied silicone spray to all the weatherstripping last night.
Have some meguiar's final detailing spray coming today.
Almost done with applying protectant to the interior.

Installed a trunk cargo tray. Only a few accessories are available from Kia at this time.
I was able to determine that the 2020 Sonata cargo tray would fit.
Ordered one from smartliner and it fits perfectly.

 

[Twiggy]

Welcome to the forum @K5 FL and congrats on the new GT-Line! Which engine does your car have?

 

[K5 FL]

Welcome to the forum @K5 FL and congrats on the new GT-Line! Which engine does your car have?

Thank you for the warm welcome!
The U.S. spec GT-Line utilizes the all-new 1.6L turbo Smartstream gas engine.
It has the worlds first example of variable valve duration.
Check this out:

Hyundai’s 1.6L Turbo-4 Sophisticated, Remarkably Efficient

Appearing first in the all-new Sonata sedan, this clean-sheet 4-cyl. is part of a family of new Hyundai engines. It’s an absolute gem – stout, refined, punchy, a delightful daily driver and it’s the world’s first application of continuously variable valve duration.

www.wardsauto.com

10 BEST ENGINES & PROPULSION SYSTEMS
Hyundai’s 1.6L Turbo-4 Sophisticated, Remarkably Efficient

 

[K5 FL]

Here’s 2 great videos on Smartstream technology:

 

[gt4me]

I’ll try to get some pics this week. I’m still in the initial detailing stage.
Applied silicone spray to all the weatherstripping last night.
Have some meguiar's final detailing spray coming today.
Almost done with applying protectant to the interior.

Installed a trunk cargo tray. Only a few accessories are available from Kia at this time.
I was able to determine that the 2020 Sonata cargo tray would fit.
Ordered one from smartliner and it fits perfectly.

Do you have a link by chance to this cargo tray? Yes, not much for the K5 available yet.

 

[K5 FL]

Do you have a link by chance to this cargo tray? Yes, not much for the K5 available yet.

Sure.

SMARTLINER Custom Fit for 2021 Kia K5

Perfect fit, modern style, and durability all backed by a Lifetime Warranty. Top of the line all-weather, stain-resistant, 100% odorless protection that gives your car, van, truck, or SUV interior a first class look while protecting the resale value. Custom fit precision of the mat protects your...

www.smartliner-usa.com

Looks almost elegant: