Hyundai Sonata
Hyundai Sonata
Base
SAR 101,950
KIA K5
KIA K5
EX
SAR 98,073
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Hyundai Sonata vs KIA K5 Comparison

Overview: Sonata vs KIA K5

Key Features

Central Locking Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Lane Change Indicator Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Rear -
Top Speed 194 Km/h -
Power 253Hp@4000rpm 191Hp
Seating Capacity - 5 seats
Engine Displacement - 2498 cc
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User Ratings & Review Comparison

4.9/5
8 reviews
4.8/5
17 reviews
User Review Comparison
  • High-end sedan with modern look

    Hyundai has some of the most desirable and best looking sedans in its portfolio. The Sonata is one such in the premium segment with high-end cabin and best to drive, packed with a stylish and a 2.5L engine, known for its performance, it has been nicely tuned and refined. The Sonata is a big sedan but still the fuel efficient engine promises nearly 16 km of mileage. Best place to be in is the superbly spacious cabin which gets touchscreen, smart safety systems, and very quiet. Sonata is best in the city mostly but if you go on the highway, it offers you a comfortable driver.

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    Ashraf Jul 02, 2025
  • The Stylish Sedan

    When my brother bought a Kia K5, I wasn’t expecting much. But after a quick ride from Jeddah airport, I changed my mind completely. The sharp design with LED headlights gives it a premium look that even few expensive sedans lack. Inside, the wide touchscreen and the leather seats felt more upmarket than I thought. The turbocharged 1.6L engine is not about brute force but smoothness, making it perfect for city drives and weekend trips. Fuel economy is also pretty good. What struck me most is how quiet the cabin is, even on highway speeds. Friends actually asked him if it’s a German car just by looking at it. Kia really surprised me with this sedan.

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    Mustafa Aug 27, 2025

From The Experts

Things we like

Excellent value for money with advanced features for the price 

Nice interior, good headroom and luggage space

Decent fuel economy of 12.5 km/L

Reasonable maintenance costs 

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Things we don't like

Rear seat space can feel cramped 

Some reliability concerns from earlier generations

Premium trims get pricey 

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Engine & Transmission

No Of Cylinders 4 4
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Emission Yes Yes
Gear Box -- 8 Speed
Engine -- 2.5L GDI

Performance

Power 253Hp@4000rpm 191Hp
Top Speed 194 Km/h --
Fuel Consumption 16.6 kmpl 15.7 kmpl
Fuel Type Petrol Petrol
Engine Displacement -- 2498 cc

Dimensions & Capacity

Length 4910 MM 4905 MM
Width 1860 MM 1860 MM
Height 1445 MM 1445 MM
Wheel Base 2840 MM 2850 MM
Gross Weight 2035 Kg --
Fuel Tank Capacity (litres) -- 60 L
No Of Doors -- 4
Seating Capacity -- 5 seats
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Suspension, Steering , Brakes & Tyres

Steering Type Electric Electric
Alloy Wheel Size Yes 17 Inch
Tyre Size 19 Inch --
Tyre Type Radial Tubeless Radial Tubeless
Front Brake Type Ventilated Disc Ventilated Disc
Rear Brake Type Disc Disc
Adjustable Steering Column -- Telescopic
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Safety & Security

Central Locking Yes Yes
Passenger Airbag Yes Yes
Power Door Locks Yes Yes
Driver Airbag Yes Yes
Anti-Lock Braking System Yes Yes
Ebd Yes Yes
Rear Seat Belts Yes Yes
Seat Belt Warning Yes Yes
Day & Night Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts Yes Yes
Parking Sensors Rear Rear --
Door Ajar Warning Yes Yes
Cruise Control Yes Yes
Traction Control Yes --
Engine Immobilizer Yes --
Lane Change Indicator Yes Yes
Parking Assist Yes --
Speed Sensing Door Locks Yes Yes
Curtain Airbags Yes --
Fire Extinguisher Yes Yes
First Aid Kit Yes Yes
Child Safety Locks -- Yes
Rear Camera -- Yes
Tyre Pressure Monitor -- Yes
ISOFIX -- Yes
Auto Hold -- Yes
Electric Parking Brake -- Yes
Advance Safety Feature -- Manual Speed Limit Assist Manual Speed Limit Assist
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Comfort & Convenience

Air Conditioner Yes Yes
Power Windows Front Yes Yes
Automatic Climate Control Yes Yes
Air Quality Control Yes Yes
Heater Yes Yes
Adjustable Seats Yes Yes
Height Adjustable Driver Seat Yes Yes
Automatic Headlamps Yes Yes
Accessory Power Outlet Yes 12V 12V
Power Steering Yes Yes
Multi-function Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Foldable Rear Seat Yes 60:40 Split 60:40 Split
Low Fuel Warning Light Yes Yes
Rear Seat Headrest Yes Yes
Cup Holders-Front Yes Yes
Bottle Holder Yes Yes
Vanity Mirror Yes --
Usb charger Yes Yes
Remote key Yes --
Remote Engine Start Yes --
Centre Console Armrest Yes Yes
Power Windows Rear -- Yes
Engine Start/Stop Button -- Yes
Electric Folding Rear View Mirror -- Yes
Seat Lumbar Support -- Yes
Keyless Entry -- Yes
Power Driver Seat -- Yes
Additional Features -- Parking Distance Warning Parking Distance Warning
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Entertainment & Communication

Touch Screen Yes Yes
Bluetooth Connectivity Yes Yes
CD Player Yes --
USB & Auxiliary Input Yes Yes
Speakers Front Yes Yes
Speakers Rear Yes Yes
Portable Charging Cable Yes Yes
Apple Carplay Yes Yes
Android Auto Yes --
FM/AM/Radio -- Yes
Navigation System -- Yes
Voice Control -- Yes
Wireless Charger -- Yes
Touch Screen Size -- 12.3 Inch 12.3 Inch
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Exterior

Adjustable Headlights Yes Yes
Power Adjustable Exterior Rear View Mirror Yes Yes
Alloy Wheels Yes Yes
Outside Rear View Mirror Turn Indicator Yes --
Integrated Antenna Yes --
Headlamp Type LED LED LED LED
Shark fin antenna Yes --
Tail Lamp Type LED LED LED LED
Rain Sensing Wiper -- Yes
Rear Window Defogger -- Yes
Sun Roof -- Yes
Heated Wing Mirrors -- Yes
LED DRL -- Yes
Additional Features -- Parking Distance Warning Parking Distance Warning
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Miscellaneous

Tacho Meter Yes Yes
Leather Seats Yes Yes
Leather Steering Wheel Yes Yes
Digital Odometer Yes Yes
Spare Wheel Yes Yes
Electronic Multi Tripmeter -- Yes
Ventilated Seat -- Yes
Additional Features -- Parking Distance Warning Parking Distance Warning
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Interior

Digital Clock Yes Yes
Leather Gear Knob -- Yes
Additional Features -- Parking Distance Warning Parking Distance Warning

KIA K5 vs Rivals

Hyundai Sonata vs KIA K5 FAQs

Is Hyundai Sonata safer than KIA K5?

Sonata safety features: Central Locking, Passenger Airbag, Power Door Locks, Driver Airbag, Anti-Lock Braking System, Ebd, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Door Ajar Warning, Cruise Control, Traction Control, Engine Immobilizer, Lane Change Indicator, Parking Assist, Speed Sensing Door Locks, Curtain Airbags, Fire Extinguisher and First Aid Kit

K5 safety features: Central Locking, Passenger Airbag, Power Door Locks, Child Safety Locks, Driver Airbag, Anti-Lock Braking System, Ebd, Rear Seat Belts, Seat Belt Warning, Day & Night Rear View Mirror, Height Adjustable Front Seat Belts, Rear Camera, Tyre Pressure Monitor, Cruise Control, Door Ajar Warning, Lane Change Indicator, ISOFIX, Auto Hold, Speed Sensing Door Locks, Electric Parking Brake, Fire Extinguisher and First Aid Kit

The KIA K5 has higher number of sefety features than Sonata, hence KIA K5 is more safer than Hyundai Sonata.

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Which Car offers better comfort features: Sonata or K5?

Below is the list of comfort features from both cars.
Sonata: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Automatic Climate Control, Air Quality Control, Heater, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Automatic Headlamps, Accessory Power Outlet, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Foldable Rear Seat, Low Fuel Warning Light, Rear Seat Headrest, Cup Holders-Front, Bottle Holder, Vanity Mirror, Centre Console Armrest, Remote key, Remote Engine Start and Usb charger

K5: Air Conditioner, Power Windows Front, Power Windows Rear, Automatic Climate Control, Air Quality Control, Heater, Engine Start/Stop Button, Adjustable Seats, Height Adjustable Driver Seat, Electric Folding Rear View Mirror, Automatic Headlamps, Power Steering, Multi-function Steering Wheel, Low Fuel Warning Light, Rear Seat Headrest, Cup Holders-Front, Seat Lumbar Support, Bottle Holder, Keyless Entry, Centre Console Armrest, Usb charger and Power Driver Seat

The KIA K5 has higher number of comfort features than Sonata, hence KIA K5 is more comfortable than Hyundai Sonata.

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Which is bigger Sonata or K5?

The Sonata dimensions are 4910 MM length, 1860 MM width, 1445 MM height while the K5 dimensions are 4905 MM length, 1860 MM width, 1445 MM height. The Hyundai Sonata and KIA K5 both have same Dimension.

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