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TSDJSoo
post Apr 17 2012, 08:32 PM, updated 14y ago

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Kia Optima K5 (RM 143,888 OTR) with 5 years unlimited mileage warranty

Specification:
1. Theta II 2.0L MPI Dual CVVT engine with 165HP and 198 Nm torque.
2. 6 speed automatic with paddle shifters and Active Eco mode
3. HID Xenon headlights with Auto Leveling & Static Bending Lights
4. Daytime LED running lights (DRL)
5. Rear LED lights and LED side turn signal lights
6. Auto Light Control System with Escort Lights and washers
7. Gull-Wing Folding Outside Electric Mirrors
8. 6 airbags (front, side & curtain airbags)
9. Anti Lock Braking System (ABS)
10. Electronic Brakeforce Distribution System (EBD)
11. Traction Control System (TCS)
12. Hill Assist Control (HAC)
13. Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
14. Brake Assist System (BAS)
15. Rear Parking Assist System with rear view camera
16. Speed Sensing Auto door lock
17. Impact Sensing Auto door unlock
18. Auto Cruise Control
19. 18 inch sporty alloy wheels with full disk brakes (17-inch) and full spare alloy wheel
20. MacPherson type suspension with Gas shock absorbers with High Performance Dampers (HPD) with sliding valve
21. 530 Watt Infinity Surround Sound system with 8 speakers & subwoofer
22. 6 in dash CD/MP3 changer system with Bluetooth, AUX, USB & iPOD connectivity
23. Dual zone auto air cond with rear air cond vents
24. 8 way power seat (driver) with dual memory function
25. Push Start ignition with Smart Key
26. Premium Leather seats
27. Panoramic Electric Sunroof
28. First Korean car with 5 Star NHTSA rating from America
29. UV Cut windscreen Glass (All Windows?)
30. Steering Remote Control with 1.Audio Control 2.Auto Cruise 3.ECO mode 4. Call On/Off with bluetooth
31. ISOFIX Child Anchors
32. Interior Mood Lamp
33. Rear split folding seats with boot release
34. Auto Defogging System
35. Sunglass Storage with Dual Map Lamps
36. Cooling Glove Box
37. Organ-type Alloy Pedals
38. Front Safety Power Windows
39. Front Active Headrests
40. Sporty Front Radiator Grille
41. Rear Seat Armrest Cup Holder
42. Front Door Bottle Holder
43. Chrome Outside Door Handles
44. ElectroChromic Mirror (ECM)
45. Electronic Stability Program (ESP).

more photo and info will upload again .. welcome all the K5 owner ...to the V2..



This is how ESP work
http://paultan.org/2012/06/27/esp-stabilit...-cars/#comments]

See this useful YouTube video by using tablet, IF u can't view this at desktop .

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Checklist when collecting car.
1. Check the accessories (Lighter, Ashtray Cup, iPod cable, tools in the trunk).
2. Service Book and Manual.
3. Check for dents and scratches (Interior and exterior).
4. Check the details in the grant and insurance.
5. Check the coolant, hydraulics and engine oil level.
6. Check the switches.
7. Check the tyre pressure. (Recommended 240kpa or 35psi)
8. Check the fuel level.

http://www.facebook.com/groups/150731981702356/
First Thread >>>>> http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=1931461

K5 owner name list :
1) K5WHITE - Snow White Pearl
2) Djsoo - Bright Silver
3) Irangan - Platinum Graphite
4) cybermaster98 - Bright Silver
5) PGK5 - Platinum Graphite
6) Tokyoboy2000 - Snow White Pearl
7)  ken7908 - platinum Graphite
8)  bomohhantu - Bright Silver
9)  sidhu13 - Platinum Graphite
10)  mail2fong - Snow White Pearl
11) sutunjambul - Snow White Pearl
12) rusty - Snow White Pearl
13) zrill - Snow White Pearl
14) Merak50 - Bright Silver
15) jimz97 - Platinum Graphite
16) stanleychai - Snow White Pearl
17) feng yun - Bright Silver
18) JuneSeptember - Platinum Graphite
19) K5sport - Snow White Pearl
20) Landy - Platinum Graphite
21) DAVE008 - Bright Silver
22) Liang612 - Light Graphite
23) dyhard - Bright Silver
24) SA6YEuro - Snow White Pearl
25) power2win - Snow White Pearl
26) raggae6 - Bright Silver
27) razimo - Light Graphite
28) streamer2005 - Platinum Graphite
29) shah mad - Bright Silver
30) edw666 - Snow White Pearl
31) technick - Bright Silver
32) Gary_ckwai - Bright Silver
33) LalatEmas - Snow White Pearl
34) joonnyx - Bright Silver
35) LYL2009 - Snow White Pearl
36) hitokirizero - Bright Silver
37) yome - Snow White Pearl
38) John Cheng1234 - Bright Silver
39) apamm - Platinum Graphite
40) Felice821 - Bright silver
41) daretodrift - Bright Silver
42) zapirwin - Bright Silver
43) cslcath - Snow White Pearl
44) Krafted - Bright Silver
45) bUGG - Snow White Pearl
46) devil98 - Bright Silver
47) Stock^K5 - Snow White Pearl
48) Awe Ross - Snow White Pearl
49) cwfoo1982 - Light Graphite
50) initiald160 - Light Graphite
51) pspdude78 - Snow White Pearl
52) atambo - Light Graphite
53) Costamidah - Snow White Pearl
54) katchoishiro - Snow White Pearl
55) eddiewsk - Snow White Pearl
56) kimlim1987 - Bright Sliver
57) kenrain - Bright Sliver
58) NickHoh - platinum graphite
59) BaldwinChua - Light Graphite
60) devkumar2 - Snow White Pearl
61) ericfinn - Snow White Pearl
62) c77w - Snow White Pearl
63) acidkill- Snow White Pearl

This post has been edited by DJSoo: Aug 3 2012, 12:33 AM
feng yun
post Apr 17 2012, 09:54 PM

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2nd K5 fans here ha ha, thanks DJSoo!
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post Apr 17 2012, 09:59 PM

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some soundproof picture, just for reference smile.gif

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post Apr 17 2012, 10:38 PM

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The list continue:
* UV Protected Glass
* Infinity Sound System
* Active ECO button
* Auto Defogging System
* Sunglasses Holder with Dual Map Lamps
* Glove Box Cooler
* Organ-type Alluminium Accelerator Pedal
* Front Safety Windows
* Supervision Cluster with 3.5" Color TFT LCD


Added on April 17, 2012, 10:39 pmBtw who can "perfect" K5 amazing list?


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TSDJSoo
post Apr 17 2012, 10:59 PM

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Will add on soon.. or any1 can help up? smile.gif
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post Apr 18 2012, 08:15 AM

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This is my list: I think its important to include all the features and specs to give potential buyers something to drool about. I also think we should post real pics of the Optima (different angles) rather than those computer generated ones.

RM 143,888 (OTR) with 5 year unlimited mileage manufacturer warranty. Specifications:

1) Theta II 2.0L MPI Dual CVVT engine with 163HP and 198 Nm torque
2) 6 speed automatic with paddle shifters and Eco mode
3) HID Xenon headlights with Auto Leveling & Static Bending Lights
4) Daytime LED running lights (DRL)
5) Rear LED lights and LED side turn signal lights
6) Auto Light Control System with Escort Lights and washers
7) Electric foldable side mirrors
8) 6 airbags (front, side & curtain airbags)
9) Anti Lock Braking System (ABS)
11) Electronic Brakeforce Distribution System (EBD)
12) Traction Control System (TCS)
13) Hill Assist Control (HAC)
14) Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
15) Brake Assist System (BAS)
16) Rear Parking Assist System with rear camera
17) Speed Sensing Auto door lock
18) Impact Sensing Auto door unlock
19) Auto Cruise Control
20) 18 inch sporty alloy wheels with full disk brakes and full spare alloy wheel
21) MacPherson type suspension with Gas shock absorbers with High Performance Dampers (HPD) with sliding valve
22) Infinity Surround Sound system with 8 speakers & subwoofer
23) 6 in dash CD changer system with Bluetooth, AUX, USB & iPOD connectivity
24) Dual zone auto air con with rear air con vents
25) 8 way power seat (driver) with dual memory function
26) Push Start ignition with Smart Key
27) 3.5” Color TFT LCD display
28) Premium Leather seats
29) Panoramic Electric Sunroof
30) First Korean car with 5 Star NHTSA rating from America

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post Apr 18 2012, 09:14 AM

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post Apr 18 2012, 10:15 AM

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32) Interior mood lights
33) ISOFIX points
34) Rear split folding seats with boot release

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post Apr 18 2012, 10:34 AM

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actually, K5 is a very good car with a very good spec... planning to get one. however, what worry me is the glove compartment, seems flimsy. any forumers have the same issue? or it is inherent design flaw? any solution for that?

having a flawed glove box will give some heart ache after paying so much for he car
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post Apr 18 2012, 10:40 AM

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QUOTE(vpam5221 @ Apr 18 2012, 10:34 AM)
actually, K5 is a very good car with a very good spec...  planning to get one.  however, what worry me is the glove compartment, seems flimsy. any forumers have the same issue? or it is inherent design flaw? any solution for that?

having a flawed glove box will give some heart ache after paying so much for he car
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till today, i have no problem with the glove box...in fact, i open the driver side car door, or using the paddle shifter, or the boot release, or the electronic seat hell lot more than the glove box...and none of them bother me the least

my point is, glove compartment box is small part of the car, and u wont be using it any more than the above mentioned...in fact, ur wife will use it more to store their tissue or their sunglasses or keep their 2nd/3rd sling/handbag/makeup bag...and my wife been doing it, and till now no prob after 2 mths

if it is only glove box that hinder u from buying this car, then this is a good car !!
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post Apr 18 2012, 10:42 AM

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QUOTE(K5WHITE @ Apr 18 2012, 10:40 AM)
till today, i have no problem with the glove box...in fact, i open the driver side car door, or using the paddle shifter, or the boot release, or the electronic seat hell lot more than the glove box...and none of them bother me the least

my point is, glove compartment box is small part of the car, and u wont be using it any more than the above mentioned...in fact, ur wife will use it more to store their tissue or their sunglasses or keep their 2nd/3rd sling/handbag/makeup bag...and my wife been doing it, and till now no prob after 2 mths

if it is only glove box that hinder u from buying this car, then this is a good car !!
What he means is that the glove box is quite flimsy and the closing mechanism is not good. Ive experienced this in many test drive cars. This was also mentioned on overseas websites. But as ive said before, no such thing as a perfect car so i guess ill overlook this. More important are the specs, design, engine, transmission and the 5 yr warranty.
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post Apr 18 2012, 10:48 AM

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is there anywhere to tweak the mechanism to make the glove box feel a more smooth in opening and closing?
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post Apr 18 2012, 10:53 AM

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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ Apr 18 2012, 10:42 AM)
What he means is that the glove box is quite flimsy and the closing mechanism is not good. Ive experienced this in many test drive cars. This was also mentioned on overseas websites. But as ive said before, no such thing as a perfect car so i guess ill overlook this. More important are the specs, design, engine, transmission and the 5 yr warranty.
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yeah i know...but i think i open it less than 3 times till date...so not bothering me as a critical issue there...flimsy during the opening, sliding mechanism but there is no cracking sound while the car moving...

but take note on the current issue of rear seat sound as mentioned by some owners here..that is big issue !!
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post Apr 18 2012, 11:08 AM

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Waw look at the list!!! Such an amazing car!!! Can someone compile all the list and make final one?
As for the glove box, i feel that closing is a problem. One solution will be you need to press the button when you close then should be fine. But if you are driving alone, this is not possible because right hand is pushing the button and left hand is closing the glove box so how about steering wheel?

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i guess taiko K5White meant given all the spec, why bother the least important?

i have the same thinking, glove box flimsy feel is just a very very minor issue. It might make u feel less 'shiok' with that price tag with a flimsy glovebox, but what the heck......other spec u don't even get at that price tag! And my car is coming this week!!! yeah! tongue.gif
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Dear all,

I woud like to consult you all on something which i have no experience on. I finshed paying for my first car a year ago. The bank has issued me a release letter and also the registration card. Now if i were to trade in my old car for a new k5, do i need to first inform jpj that i have finished paying for my first car? and can i just allow the SA to settle everything for me?

Thanks.
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QUOTE(zapirwin @ Apr 18 2012, 12:06 PM)
Dear all,

I woud like to consult you all on something which i have no experience on. I finshed paying for my first car a year ago. The bank has issued me a release letter and also the registration card. Now if i were to trade in my old car for a new k5, do i need to first inform jpj that i have finished paying for my first car?  and can i just allow the SA to settle everything for me?

Thanks.
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no need to inform JPJ. The release letter is just a formality for u to know as confirmation that the ownership endorsement for the car has been removed by the bank from the JPJ system. If it is not removed from the system, u cant sell the car even with the release letter. The release letter was used prior to 2007, when they all switch to online control.

If u bring ur registration card to JPJ, they will cross chop sign the "hakmilk dituntut oleh Maybank Finance Bhd" without charges...but if any shop taking ur car, they can do online search to check if the car is clear of debt
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QUOTE(zapirwin @ Apr 18 2012, 12:06 PM)
Dear all,

I woud like to consult you all on something which i have no experience on. I finshed paying for my first car a year ago. The bank has issued me a release letter and also the registration card. Now if i were to trade in my old car for a new k5, do i need to first inform jpj that i have finished paying for my first car?  and can i just allow the SA to settle everything for me?

Thanks.
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I have same situation like you where my car been release from bank 3 yrs ago and I have yet inform JPJ. No worry, pay you booking and SA will settle this hassle for you.
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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ Apr 18 2012, 08:15 AM)
This is my list: I think its important to include all the features and specs to give potential buyers something to drool about. I also think we should post real pics of the Optima (different angles) rather than those computer generated ones.

RM 143,888 (OTR) with 5 year unlimited mileage manufacturer warranty. Specifications:

1) Theta II 2.0L MPI Dual CVVT engine with 163HP and 198 Nm torque
2) 6 speed automatic with paddle shifters and Eco mode
3) HID Xenon headlights with Auto Leveling & Static Bending Lights
4) Daytime LED running lights (DRL)
5) Rear LED lights and LED side turn signal lights
6) Auto Light Control System with Escort Lights and washers
7) Electric foldable side mirrors
8) 6 airbags (front, side & curtain airbags)
9) Anti Lock Braking System (ABS)
11) Electronic Brakeforce Distribution System (EBD)
12) Traction Control System (TCS)
13) Hill Assist Control (HAC)
14) Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
15) Brake Assist System (BAS)
16) Rear Parking Assist System with rear camera
17) Speed Sensing Auto door lock
18) Impact Sensing Auto door unlock
19) Auto Cruise Control
20) 18 inch sporty alloy wheels with full disk brakes and full spare alloy wheel
21) MacPherson type suspension with Gas shock absorbers with High Performance Dampers (HPD) with sliding valve
22) Infinity Surround Sound system with 8 speakers & subwoofer
23) 6 in dash CD changer system with Bluetooth, AUX, USB & iPOD connectivity
24) Dual zone auto air con with rear air con vents
25) 8 way power seat (driver) with dual memory function
26) Push Start ignition with Smart Key
27) 3.5” Color TFT LCD display
28) Premium Leather seats
29) Panoramic Electric Sunroof
30) First Korean car with 5 Star NHTSA rating from America
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that why i said .. cybermaster98 u more suitable to open V2 wat ...LOL


Added on April 18, 2012, 12:55 pm
QUOTE(SA6YEuro @ Apr 18 2012, 10:15 AM)
32) Interior mood lights
33) ISOFIX points
34) Rear split folding seats with boot release
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ISOFIX points is what ??

This post has been edited by DJSoo: Apr 18 2012, 12:55 PM
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QUOTE(ken7908 @ Apr 18 2012, 11:15 AM)
i guess taiko K5White meant given all the spec, why bother the least important?

i have the same thinking, glove box flimsy feel is just a very very minor issue. It might make u feel less 'shiok' with that price tag with a flimsy glovebox, but what the heck......other spec u don't even get at that price tag! And my car is coming this week!!! yeah! tongue.gif
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welcome to the club bro. rclxms.gif
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QUOTE(DJSoo @ Apr 18 2012, 12:54 PM)
that why i said .. cybermaster98 u more suitable to open V2 wat ...LOL


Added on April 18, 2012, 12:55 pm
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ISOFIX is child seat lock hook at the rear of rear seat of the car
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post Apr 18 2012, 01:14 PM

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QUOTE(DJSoo @ Apr 18 2012, 12:54 PM)
that why i said .. cybermaster98 u more suitable to open V2 wat ...LOL


Added on April 18, 2012, 12:55 pm
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Anchorage points for child/baby seats.
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Any sifu got car sales statistic by model for month of March? Read from the star business today.


Added on April 18, 2012, 2:46 pmWWR 1xxx faster faster out this week, then i can get my K5 by this week rclxms.gif

Up to 1230pm today, number was - WWQ 5234

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post Apr 18 2012, 04:02 PM

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QUOTE(feng yun @ Apr 18 2012, 01:41 PM)
Any sifu got car sales statistic by model for month of March? Read from the star business today.


Added on April 18, 2012, 2:46 pmWWR 1xxx faster faster out this week, then i can get my K5 by this week  rclxms.gif

Up to 1230pm today, number was - WWQ 5234
Detailed statistics for March will be out next week. WWR will not be this week for sure as per my earlier prediction.
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some one please recommendme a good SA, i am staying in ara damansara, going for MY optima
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Hello K5 brothers,

I'm planning to change tires and enhance the tinting when the ride arrives. Would like a durable silent tire with good performance as well. Have no idea which one is better on the tinting. Appreciate if some of you can advise. Thanks!

Tires is between Goodyear Eagle EfficientGrip or Yokohama DB
Tinting is between V-Kool Elite or Ecotint E-Par Excellence


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QUOTE(LYL2009 @ Apr 18 2012, 04:45 PM)
Hello K5 brothers,

I'm planning to change tires and enhance the tinting when the ride arrives. Would like a durable silent tire with good performance as well. Have no idea which one is better on the tinting. Appreciate if some of you can advise. Thanks!

Tires is between Goodyear Eagle EfficientGrip or Yokohama DB
Tinting is between V-Kool Elite or Ecotint E-Par Excellence
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Bro,

Add another option for tinting: Raytech - Centurion Series
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Question : y my ride change the gears automatically even I'm using in manual pedal shift mode ? Things happen everytime when I rev my 1st gears till 6000rpm than change to 2nd gear, when it's around 3000rpm++ in 2nd gear, the gearbox
automatically jump to 3~4th quickly even I didn't press in anything...does this status is common to all the owners here ?
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First time driving the K5 under heavy rain yesterday night. Boy were the nexen tyres noisy! It's so loud that it drowned the radio sound at volume 11.
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Hey guys have anyone of u experienced the same thing as tokyoboy?
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QUOTE(ken7908 @ Apr 18 2012, 11:15 AM)
i guess taiko K5White meant given all the spec, why bother the least important?

i have the same thinking, glove box flimsy feel is just a very very minor issue. It might make u feel less 'shiok' with that price tag with a flimsy glovebox, but what the heck......other spec u don't even get at that price tag! And my car is coming this week!!! yeah! tongue.gif
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Congrats, bro. Yam cha with me in Klang when u got ur car. LG color right? I want to see.

QUOTE(LYL2009 @ Apr 18 2012, 04:45 PM)
Hello K5 brothers,

I'm planning to change tires and enhance the tinting when the ride arrives. Would like a durable silent tire with good performance as well. Have no idea which one is better on the tinting. Appreciate if some of you can advise. Thanks!

Tires is between Goodyear Eagle EfficientGrip or Yokohama DB
Tinting is between V-Kool Elite or Ecotint E-Par Excellence
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QUOTE(PGK5 @ Apr 18 2012, 11:09 PM)
First time driving the K5 under heavy rain yesterday night. Boy were the nexen tyres noisy! It's so loud that it drowned the radio sound at volume 11.
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Nexen is noisy but not that noisy gua. For that price, its perform exceptionally good.

I already changed my one to Michelin PS3. Not bad during dry but very good during raining day.

But the new Goodyear F1 should be better according to CM98. Wait for him to change first and lets you know smile.gif Though, you need to use slightly bigger size tyre. 235/45 R18 since dont have our stock size of 225/45 R18.

QUOTE(feng yun @ Apr 18 2012, 05:00 PM)
Bro,

Add another option for tinting: Raytech - Centurion Series
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Using it and very satisfied with it.

QUOTE(Tokyoboy2000 @ Apr 18 2012, 05:01 PM)
Question : y my ride change the gears automatically even I'm using in manual pedal shift mode ? Things happen everytime when I rev my 1st gears till 6000rpm than change to 2nd gear,  when it's around 3000rpm++ in 2nd gear, the gearbox
automatically jump to 3~4th quickly even I didn't press in anything...does this status is common to all the owners here ?
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QUOTE(john2986 @ Apr 19 2012, 01:08 AM)
Hey guys have anyone of u experienced the same thing as tokyoboy?
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Already answered it at previous Optima thread. It is a safety feature to prevent over rev the engine and gearbox. Read your manual book. It is at Chapter 5 Page 18.

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Anyone know whether do I have to go back to the dealer/branch where I purchased my K5 for warranty claim under the 5 yrs warranty period or it can be done at any KIA SC?

Again, back to the same question, what is the difference buying from a KIA dealer and from a KIA branch? Why a KIA dealer are able to give more discount than a KIA branch?
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QUOTE(irangan @ Apr 19 2012, 10:34 AM)
Congrats, bro. Yam cha with me in Klang when u got ur car. LG color right? I want to see.

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kawan, mine is PG too, sama sama like u. LG belum ada mah....and i prefer PG. Seen the LG color in Korea for the hybrid model......not my cup of tea wo....
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Yesterday while negotiating a curve to go down the ramp in the parking bays of a building, the passenger tyre hit the curb and got a scratch on the rim. Sigh. Now my baby got a scar for life. Sob sob but i still love her very much
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Hi Everyone, Nice to c Optima K5 have new home.

I just got my car yesterday, now ODO already 639.
my current AFE(average Fuel Economy) is 7.6l/100KM driving on plus highway from KL to Perlis Average speed is 96km/h

I try playing with the radio today and i found out that i can play song using my handphone(android) through bluetooth connection. I dono if this is new discovery or not ?

here is how i do it:
1. Pair your Hp as handset
2. Press Mode button(on steering) until [Phone mode] and is should display "Play MP3"
3. play mp3 at ur HP and the sound come out from car speaker.

haha i so surprise .

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Hi Everyone, Nice to c Optima K5 have new home.

I just got my car yesterday, now ODO already 639.
my current AFE(average Fuel Economy) is 7.6l/100KM driving on plus highway from KL to Perlis Average speed is 96km/h

I try playing with the radio today and i found out that i can play song using my handphone(android) through bluetooth connection. I dono if this is new discovery or not ?

here is how i do it:
1. Pair your Hp as handset
2. Press Mode button(on steering) until [Phone mode] and is should display "Play MP3"
3. play mp3 at ur HP and the sound come out from car speaker.

haha i so surprise .
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Welcome to the K5 family. when you are playing games from your smart phone, the sound can also be blasted from the infinity system. Meaning playing games with surround sound in K5 smile.gif
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hand very very itchy lar..cannot tahan..
this weekend going to klang search for best price for rims and tyres !!

only thing holding me back is the trade in value
below 2k for complete stock rim and tyres..need to add ard 4k for asy2 tyres and replica sparco rims inc cone and all
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QUOTE(PGK5 @ Apr 19 2012, 03:37 PM)
Welcome to the K5 family. when you are playing games from your smart phone, the sound can also be blasted from the infinity system. Meaning playing games with surround sound in K5 smile.gif
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wahahaha.....so kancheong meh? play game pun mau to turn on the infinity system? rclxms.gif


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QUOTE(K5WHITE @ Apr 19 2012, 05:06 PM)
hand very very itchy lar..cannot tahan..
this weekend going to klang search for best price for rims and tyres !!

only thing holding me back is the trade in value
below 2k for complete stock rim and tyres..need to add ard 4k for asy2 tyres and replica sparco rims inc cone and all
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haha, i oredi start thinking changing rim even before car mari....hehe.....buntut gatai drool.gif

trade in won't be great bro even in Klang unless u know someone here. Perhaps u might pay lesser lo using the replica.

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wahahaha.....so kancheong meh? play game pun mau to turn on the infinity system? rclxms.gif


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haha, i oredi start thinking changing rim even before car mari....hehe.....buntut gatai  drool.gif

trade in won't be great bro even in Klang unless u know someone here. Perhaps u might pay lesser lo using the replica.
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play angry bird on Infinity a bit wasted rite? haahaha...

RM4k is on replica lioaw...dunno tahan like the stock set bo..but definitely lighter than stock..
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QUOTE(K5WHITE @ Apr 19 2012, 05:58 PM)
play angry bird on Infinity a bit wasted rite? haahaha...

RM4k is on replica lioaw...dunno tahan like the stock set bo..but definitely lighter than stock..
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don't take those sparco replice or other branded replica one, then will be cheaper lo. come come klang.....i'm very nearby to those tyre shops but never check the price yet as I not yet get my kereta .

don't la play angry bird in the car....play a bit kancheong punye game la.....angry bird no need such sound system...kekeke rclxms.gif
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don't take those sparco replice or other branded replica one, then will be cheaper lo. come come klang.....i'm very nearby to those tyre shops but never check the price yet as I not yet get my kereta .

don't la play angry bird in the car....play a bit kancheong punye game la.....angry bird no need such sound system...kekeke rclxms.gif
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Sync your Alienware laptop and play the upcoming Diablo 3 in the car  biggrin.gif
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i wan to buy,,,,,, k5

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My heart calls for K5 but my wife and family man me looks at sonata. Need help to convince my wife on k5..... HELP
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QUOTE(ken7908 @ Apr 19 2012, 06:44 PM)
don't take those sparco replice or other branded replica one, then will be cheaper lo. come come klang.....i'm very nearby to those tyre shops but never check the price yet as I not yet get my kereta .

don't la play angry bird in the car....play a bit kancheong punye game la.....angry bird no need such sound system...kekeke rclxms.gif
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QUOTE(ken7908 @ Apr 19 2012, 12:36 PM)
kawan, mine is PG too, sama sama like u. LG belum ada mah....and i prefer PG. Seen the LG color in Korea for the hybrid model......not my cup of tea wo....
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Oh I see. I thought LG is out.

When u going to hunt for rim? I want to tag along.

QUOTE(PGK5 @ Apr 19 2012, 01:29 PM)
Yesterday while negotiating a curve to go down the ramp in the parking bays of a building, the passenger tyre hit the curb and got a scratch on the rim. Sigh. Now my baby got a scar for life. Sob sob but i still love her very much
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Time to change the rim.

QUOTE(PGK5 @ Apr 19 2012, 10:06 PM)
Sounds absolutely great! Ha ha. Hey anyone done any coating on all the windows, sunroof and wind screen? To prevent rain water from sticking to glass and water stain. Any recommendation. A car shop near my place is doing it for rm330 wit 1 yr warranty
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My heart calls for K5 but my wife and family man me looks at sonata. Need help to convince my wife on k5..... HELP
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Bring her to test drive.. Open the moonroof and memory seat.. This is how attract my wife..
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Oh I see. I thought LG is out.

When u going to hunt for rim? I want to tag along.
Time to change the rim.
Can give me more details. How its works?
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Added on April 20, 2012, 7:38 amAnyone here running kakis? Goin for energizer race tomorrow at sepang?

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Guys, just wanna check on the security tinting film. Do u think it is sufficient to only stick on 3mil film on the side windows?

One of my friend whom is in tinting business told me not to use any film more than 4mil as it potentially causing mechanism jam over the power window after few years, especially if u use a lot of power window. Any input here based on experience?
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QUOTE(vpam5221 @ Apr 20 2012, 12:12 AM)
My heart calls for K5 but my wife and family man me looks at sonata. Need help to convince my wife on k5..... HELP
Why do they prefer the Sonata? Its actually a no brainer. I dont see any aspect of the Sonata which makes it superior to the Optima.
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My Optima arrived in Ipoh on Wed night. But now waiting for the number plate to change to WWR before they can register.
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QUOTE(LYL2009 @ Apr 18 2012, 04:45 PM)
Hello K5 brothers,

I'm planning to change tires and enhance the tinting when the ride arrives. Would like a durable silent tire with good performance as well. Have no idea which one is better on the tinting. Appreciate if some of you can advise. Thanks!

Tires is between Goodyear Eagle EfficientGrip or Yokohama DB
Tinting is between V-Kool Elite or Ecotint E-Par Excellence
Go for Goodyear Eagle F1 Assymetric 2 la. Its rated better than even Michelin Pilot Sport 3. Efficient Grip is medium range.
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Go for Goodyear Eagle F1 Assymetric 2 la. Its rated better than even Michelin Pilot Sport 3. Efficient Grip is medium range.
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Is it as silent as Efficient Grip or Yokohama DB? I'm more towards comfort and silence. Lesser on the performance though, if you can recommend some other brands for my range and preferences that would be awesome!

I'm also looking at Continental ContiMaxContact MC5.

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My heart calls for K5 but my wife and family man me looks at sonata. Need help to convince my wife on k5..... HELP
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Bro, show your wife the amazing spec that K5 has. Also bring her to showroom. Sure kao dim


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QUOTE(ken7908 @ Apr 20 2012, 08:04 AM)
Guys, just wanna check on the security tinting film. Do u think it is sufficient to only stick on 3mil film on the side windows?

One of my friend whom is in tinting business told me not to use any film more than 4mil as it potentially causing mechanism jam over the power window after few years, especially if u use a lot of power window. Any input here based on experience?
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Bro, window jam only happened on some model.
I hope K5 no problem as i am going for 6 mil biggrin.gif

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Bro, show your wife the amazing spec that K5 has. Also bring her to showroom. Sure kao dim


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Bro, window jam only happened on some model.
I hope K5 no problem as i am going for 6 mil  biggrin.gif
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Max should be 6mil. Anything more cannot gurantee. If Proton windows, i dare not comment.
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Dear all K5 owner/owner to be/fans, it took me quite sometime to "perfect" the K5 specification list from different sources. Hope is accurate smile.gif

Kia Optima K5 (RM 143,888 OTR) with 5 years unlimited mileage warranty - specification:
1. Theta II 2.0L MPI Dual CVVT engine with 163HP and 198 Nm torque.
2. 6 speed automatic with paddle shifters and Active Eco mode
3. HID Xenon headlights with Auto Leveling & Static Bending Lights
4. Daytime LED running lights (DRL)
5. Rear LED lights and LED side turn signal lights
6. Auto Light Control System with Escort Lights and washers
7. Gull-Wing Folding Outside Electric Mirrors
8. 6 airbags (front, side & curtain airbags)
9. Anti Lock Braking System (ABS)
10. Electronic Brakeforce Distribution System (EBD)
11. Traction Control System (TCS)
12. Hill Assist Control (HAC)
13. Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
14. Brake Assist System (BAS)
15. Rear Parking Assist System with rear view camera
16. Speed Sensing Auto door lock
17. Impact Sensing Auto door unlock
18. Auto Cruise Control
19. 18 inch sporty alloy wheels with full disk brakes (17-inch) and full spare alloy wheel
20. MacPherson type suspension with Gas shock absorbers with High Performance Dampers (HPD) with sliding valve
21. 530 Watt Infinity Surround Sound system with 8 speakers & subwoofer
22. 6 in dash CD/MP3 changer system with Bluetooth, AUX, USB & iPOD connectivity
23. Dual zone auto air cond with rear air cond vents
24. 8 way power seat (driver) with dual memory function
25. Push Start ignition with Smart Key
26. 3.5” Color TFT LCD display
27. Premium Leather seats
28. Panoramic Electric Sunroof
29. First Korean car with 5 Star NHTSA rating from America
30. UV Cut windscreen Glass (All Windows?)
31. Steering Remote Control with 1. Audio Control Button 2. Auto Cruise Control Button 3. Active ECO/Trip Computer Button 4. Bluetooth Hand-free Control Button
32. ISOFIX Child Anchors
33. Interior Mood Lamp
34. Rear split folding seats with boot release
35. Auto Defogging System
36. Sunglass Storage with Dual Map Lamps
37. Cooling Glove Box
38. Organ-type Alloy Pedals
39. Front Safety Power Windows
40. Front Active Headrests
41. Sporty Front Radiator Grille
42. Rear Seat Armrest Cup Holder
43. Front Door Bottle Holder
44. Chrome Outside Door Handles
45. ElectroChromic Mirror (ECM)
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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ Apr 20 2012, 08:17 AM)
Why do they prefer the Sonata? Its actually a no brainer. I dont see any aspect of the Sonata which makes it superior to the Optima.
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sonata interior and exterior design is more smooth, curvy look, which suitable for more gentle ride..interior more futuristic (high spec)... K5 got that exterior attractive, head turning, aggressive look


Added on April 20, 2012, 10:55 am
QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ Apr 20 2012, 08:26 AM)
Go for Goodyear Eagle F1 Assymetric 2 la. Its rated better than even Michelin Pilot Sport 3. Efficient Grip is medium range.
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efficient grip is comfort tyre, one of the most silent...asy2 is high performance with oso less noise compare to other high performance tyre, but not more silent than eff grip..but if u going for comfort, efficient grip is suitable, but bear in mind, efficient grip review in term of handling, braking distance, is quite bad


Added on April 20, 2012, 11:36 am
QUOTE(irangan @ Apr 20 2012, 01:39 AM)
Oh I see. I thought LG is out.

When u going to hunt for rim? I want to tag along.
Time to change the rim.
Can give me more details. How its works?
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i tot someone took pics of LG in a local showroom? still not available?

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Guys,

Did you get your sunroof insured? If so, how much? Would it be separate from the other windows?
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to those that have booked the car, i would like to know (or maybe pm me)

1) where you got your car from ?
2) did you also do trade in ? ( i am considering trading in my nissan)
3) what promo/discounts did you get ?

quite frustrated with my high fuel consumption nissan at the moment.... sad.gif

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Guys,

Did you get your sunroof insured? If so, how much? Would it be separate from the other windows?
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same like what others mentioned before, i just insured my windscreen/windows/sunroof on the normal standard 15% insurance premium from the total sum insured. In my case, i paid rm450 for rm3k coverage.
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JPJ closing today at WWQ 8748. Next week can register WWR already
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JPJ closing today at WWQ 8748. Next week can register WWR already
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Cant wait to own K5 next week when my number reach - WWR 1xxx rclxms.gif
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QUOTE(feng yun @ Apr 20 2012, 05:50 PM)
Cant wait to own K5 next week when my number reach - WWR 1xxx  rclxms.gif
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wa lazy to wait, ended up taken WWQ6xxx. but then still the car need to wait till next week baru keluar due to slow processing itu cukai....... cry.gif no K5 for me this weekend. No rim hunting liao this weekend with bro irangan..... shakehead.gif
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QUOTE(carpathia @ Apr 20 2012, 02:52 PM)
to those that have booked the car, i would like to know (or maybe pm me)

1) where you got your car from ?
2) did you also do trade in ? ( i am considering trading in my nissan)
3) what promo/discounts did you get ?

quite frustrated with my high fuel consumption nissan at the moment.... sad.gif
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Hi,

I booked mine from Sunway, City Ruby. The only deal I manage to coax from the SA is either 2K discount or no discount plus free Vkool armorall.


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good deal,,, anyone else can get a better deal?? going to book my optima soooon

QUOTE(joonnyx @ Apr 20 2012, 09:37 PM)
Hi,

I booked mine from Sunway, City Ruby. The only deal I manage to coax from the SA is either 2K discount or no discount plus free Vkool armorall.
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QUOTE(carpathia @ Apr 20 2012, 02:52 PM)
to those that have booked the car, i would like to know (or maybe pm me)

1) where you got your car from ?
2) did you also do trade in ? ( i am considering trading in my nissan)
3) what promo/discounts did you get ?

quite frustrated with my high fuel consumption nissan at the moment.... sad.gif
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1) KIA kepong delear
2) nope
3) 500 + free tinted, so far now is 2K without freebies, or freebies no discount . wink.gif
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Try this. The Optima Ipad Apps. You can download it in your iphone of ipad. Some really cool info inside...

http://itunes.apple.com/my/app/kia-optima-...d496364683?mt=8

Can give potential people the interactive experience. Better than looking at just the pictures... icon_rolleyes.gif

I really like that part where they show how the optima color was painted on. Really high tech. brows.gif

... and congrats on V2.. really nice!! rclxms.gif

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Join Optima club rclxms.gif
Registered yesterday


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Join Optima club  rclxms.gif
Registered yesterday
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Wat s the website address? nod.gif
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QUOTE(carpathia @ Apr 20 2012, 02:52 PM)
to those that have booked the car, i would like to know (or maybe pm me)

1) where you got your car from ?
2) did you also do trade in ? ( i am considering trading in my nissan)
3) what promo/discounts did you get ?

quite frustrated with my high fuel consumption nissan at the moment.... sad.gif
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If fuel consumption is your main concern, you should reconsider your purchase. Buying a 2.0cc segment D car aint a good combination.

1) I got my one from Serdang Kia Center
2) Yes, they do trade in. Good price too
3) The promo same as other.

QUOTE(ken7908 @ Apr 20 2012, 05:54 PM)
wa lazy to wait, ended up taken WWQ6xxx. but then still the car need to wait till next week baru keluar due to slow processing itu cukai....... cry.gif no K5 for me this weekend. No rim hunting liao this weekend with bro irangan..... shakehead.gif
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Waiting for you. Haha.
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QUOTE(ken7908 @ Apr 20 2012, 05:25 PM)
same like what others mentioned before, i just insured my windscreen/windows/sunroof on the normal standard 15% insurance premium from the total sum insured. In my case, i paid rm450 for rm3k coverage.
The windscreen alone is Rm2,500 and someone said the sunroof is RM8K.


Added on April 21, 2012, 4:49 pm
QUOTE(K5WHITE @ Apr 20 2012, 05:42 PM)
JPJ closing today at WWQ 8748. Next week can register WWR already
Told u ma that WWR is next week. biggrin.gif


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QUOTE(K5WHITE @ Apr 18 2012, 12:10 PM)
no need to inform JPJ. The release letter is just a formality for u to know as confirmation that the ownership endorsement for the car has been removed by the bank from the JPJ system. If it is not removed from the system, u cant sell the car even with the release letter. The release letter was used prior to 2007, when they all switch to online control.

If u bring ur registration card to JPJ, they will cross chop sign the "hakmilk dituntut oleh Maybank Finance Bhd" without charges...but if any shop taking ur car, they can do online search to check if the car is clear of debt
I finished paying my car loan in 2010. But didnt bother to collect release letter in Penang. Now my dealer in Ipoh is asking for it. Can't they do it themselves since im trading in the car to them?

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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ Apr 21 2012, 04:47 PM)
The windscreen alone is Rm2,500 and someone said the sunroof is RM8K.


Added on April 21, 2012, 4:49 pm

Told u ma that WWR is next week.  biggrin.gif


Added on April 21, 2012, 4:52 pm

I finished paying my car loan in 2010. But didnt bother to collect release letter in Penang. Now my dealer in Ipoh is asking for it. Can't they do it themselves since im trading in the car to them?
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I think without your consent, they are unable to collect the release letter. You can ask the bank to courier or fax to you.


Added on April 21, 2012, 6:57 pmK5WHITE, have you change your tyre to GY F1? How is the actual performance?



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Aiyah, sorry for confusion. I mean joining you all now with my white K5.
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Congratulation rclxms.gif sexy white K5.
Btw I tot last Friday number stopped at WWQ 87xx, how come urs one is 9830?? How did u do it?

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Congratulation  rclxms.gif  sexy white K5.
Btw I tot last Friday number stopped at WWQ 87xx, how come urs one is 9830?? How did u do it?
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I just bought it from the counter. Rm210.
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Dear all K5 owner/owner to be/fans, it took me quite sometime to "perfect" the K5 specification list from different sources. Hope is accurate smile.gif

Kia Optima K5 (RM 143,888 OTR) with 5 years unlimited mileage warranty - specification:
1. Theta II 2.0L MPI Dual CVVT engine with 163HP and 198 Nm torque.
2. 6 speed automatic with paddle shifters and Active Eco mode
3. HID Xenon headlights with Auto Leveling & Static Bending Lights
4. Daytime LED running lights (DRL)
5. Rear LED lights and LED side turn signal lights
6. Auto Light Control System with Escort Lights and washers
7. Gull-Wing Folding Outside Electric Mirrors
8. 6 airbags (front, side & curtain airbags)
9. Anti Lock Braking System (ABS)
10. Electronic Brakeforce Distribution System (EBD)
11. Traction Control System (TCS)
12. Hill Assist Control (HAC)
13. Cornering Brake Control (CBC)
14. Brake Assist System (BAS)
15. Rear Parking Assist System with rear view camera
16. Speed Sensing Auto door lock
17. Impact Sensing Auto door unlock
18. Auto Cruise Control
19. 18 inch sporty alloy wheels with full disk brakes (17-inch) and full spare alloy wheel
20. MacPherson type suspension with Gas shock absorbers with High Performance Dampers (HPD) with sliding valve
21. 530 Watt Infinity Surround Sound system with 8 speakers & subwoofer
22. 6 in dash CD/MP3 changer system with Bluetooth, AUX, USB & iPOD connectivity
23. Dual zone auto air cond with rear air cond vents
24. 8 way power seat (driver) with dual memory function
25. Push Start ignition with Smart Key
26. 3.5” Color TFT LCD display
27. Premium Leather seats
28. Panoramic Electric Sunroof
29. First Korean car with 5 Star NHTSA rating from America
30. UV Cut windscreen Glass (All Windows?)
31. Steering Remote Control with 1. Audio Control Button 2. Auto Cruise Control Button 3. Active ECO/Trip Computer Button 4. Bluetooth Hand-free Control Button
32. ISOFIX Child Anchors
33. Interior Mood Lamp
34. Rear split folding seats with boot release
35. Auto Defogging System
36. Sunglass Storage with Dual Map Lamps
37. Cooling Glove Box
38. Organ-type Alloy Pedals
39. Front Safety Power Windows
40. Front Active Headrests
41. Sporty Front Radiator Grille
42. Rear Seat Armrest Cup Holder
43. Front Door Bottle Holder
44. Chrome Outside Door Handles
45. ElectroChromic Mirror (ECM)
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Aiyah, sorry for confusion. I mean joining you all now with my white K5.
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Wish have TT next week .. What u guys think?
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QUOTE(mail2fong @ Apr 21 2012, 09:00 PM)
Aiyah, sorry for confusion. I mean joining you all now with my white K5.
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Congratulation  rclxms.gif

Wish have TT next week .. What u guys think?
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Irangan, will come back to you on the rain coating thingy but i think it work something like a product called Rain X that was introduced many years ago but this one supposedly can last for at least 1 yr hence the 1 yr warranty


Added on April 20, 2012, 7:38 amAnyone here running kakis? Goin for energizer race tomorrow at sepang?
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Hi is it Rainaway? You can find out more here also. Lots of happy lyn
http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?act=ST&f=113&t=851077
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find this is helpful site for peoples who cant decide to go for K5.

just a small share n comparison . no offense.



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Hey, anyone fixed the rattling sound from the back seat (which is said to come from one of the panels) at red cube PJ?
Any news if the sound got fixed bros?
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QUOTE(Dagashi @ Apr 22 2012, 10:22 AM)
Hi is it Rainaway? You can find out more here also. Lots of happy lyn
http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?act=ST&f=113&t=851077
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Yes shd be like Rainaway but this window coating can last more than a year. Will update Once i get further info


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Yes shd be like Rainaway but this window coating can last more than a year. Will update Once i get further info
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Oh just read abt rainaway from the link u provide. Seems to work exactly like rainaway with 1 yr warrantu too. But mine i think it's diff brand. Rm 330 to coat all windows incl sunroof

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find this is helpful site for peoples who cant decide to go for K5.

just a small share n comparison . no offense.
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Update at the first page?

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Hey, anyone fixed the rattling sound from the back seat (which is said to come from one of the panels) at red cube PJ?
Any news if the sound got fixed bros?
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One of the forummer got it solved in Red Cube. It is in the previous thread.
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QUOTE(DJSoo @ Apr 22 2012, 11:05 AM)
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find this is helpful site for peoples who cant decide to go for K5.

just a small share n comparison . no offense.
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Thanks for reposting my data from my blog, bro.

Was rather surprised why suddenly there is a spike on the blog's traffic hits .... Until I saw in the Kia Malaysia Facebook page that they've used my entry to promote their contest.
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Hi, i just went for a test drive at bangsa KIA. The SA who was showing me the car didnt know how to change the LCD display. I wanted to drive with the display showing how much of petrol consumption. However the SA couldnt be bother and asked me to drive. Anyway, after the test drive he asked another SA to help change the dsiplay and it shows 18.1lt/100km.

Question: Is this accurate? What does this mean? Does it mean that according to the last 'drive' the fuel consumption is 18.1lt/100km?

My concern is that although NAZA claims the fuel consumption of a K5 is approximately 7.6lt/100km, will this deterioate after time. If it does, how fast will it happen?

I remeber seeing someone posted here that his fuel consumption is 10.(something)lt/100km for a 3 months car.

Btw, the car i tested in Bangsa Kia is a 2011 and not a 2012 car.
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QUOTE(kenso77 @ Apr 22 2012, 03:27 PM)
Thanks for reposting my data from my blog, bro.

Was rather surprised why suddenly there is a spike on the blog's traffic hits .... Until I saw in the Kia Malaysia Facebook page that they've used my entry to promote their contest.
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Haha, ya.. Nice 1 ..so can make more k5 buyer easy to make decision .

Nice info bro. rclxms.gif


Added on April 22, 2012, 5:06 pm
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Update at the first page?
One of the forummer got it solved in Red Cube. It is in the previous thread.
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Bro, I feel that is no good to put on first page , since this is a "comparison chart " don't u think so ?

The info is helpful but no good for other this segment car brand .

Correct me if I m wrong .

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QUOTE(zapirwin @ Apr 22 2012, 04:24 PM)
Hi, i just went for a test drive at bangsa KIA. The SA who was showing me the car didnt know how to change the LCD display. I wanted to drive with the display showing how much of petrol consumption. However the SA couldnt be bother and asked me to drive. Anyway, after the test drive he asked another SA to help change the dsiplay and it shows 18.1lt/100km.

Question: Is this accurate? What does this mean? Does it mean that according to the last 'drive' the fuel consumption is 18.1lt/100km?

My concern is that although NAZA claims the fuel consumption of a K5 is approximately 7.6lt/100km, will this deterioate  after time. If it does, how fast will it happen?

I remeber seeing someone posted here that his fuel consumption is 10.(something)lt/100km for a 3 months car.

Btw, the car i tested in Bangsa Kia is a 2011 and not a 2012 car.
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QUOTE(kenso77 @ Apr 22 2012, 03:27 PM)
Thanks for reposting my data from my blog, bro.

Was rather surprised why suddenly there is a spike on the blog's traffic hits .... Until I saw in the Kia Malaysia Facebook page that they've used my entry to promote their contest.
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Nice info, bro! Thanks alot for the efforts

QUOTE(zapirwin @ Apr 22 2012, 04:24 PM)
Hi, i just went for a test drive at bangsa KIA. The SA who was showing me the car didnt know how to change the LCD display. I wanted to drive with the display showing how much of petrol consumption. However the SA couldnt be bother and asked me to drive. Anyway, after the test drive he asked another SA to help change the dsiplay and it shows 18.1lt/100km.

Question: Is this accurate? What does this mean? Does it mean that according to the last 'drive' the fuel consumption is 18.1lt/100km?

My concern is that although NAZA claims the fuel consumption of a K5 is approximately 7.6lt/100km, will this deterioate  after time. If it does, how fast will it happen?

I remeber seeing someone posted here that his fuel consumption is 10.(something)lt/100km for a 3 months car.

Btw, the car i tested in Bangsa Kia is a 2011 and not a 2012 car.
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Obviously, it is not accurate. Fuel consumption for K5 is on par with the rest of the car in segment D.

My consumption is around 9.25lt / 100km. Much depends on your way of driving.

QUOTE(DJSoo @ Apr 22 2012, 05:01 PM)
Haha, ya.. Nice 1 ..so can make more k5 buyer easy to make decision .

Nice info bro. rclxms.gif


Added on April 22, 2012, 5:06 pm

Bro, I feel that is no good to put on first page , since this is a "comparison chart " don't u think so ?

The info is helpful but no good for other this segment car brand .

Correct me if I m wrong .
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If you ask me, I dont see any problem with it as long as all the info is accurate and true.
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Dear all K5 fans,
I am considering SG, my only worry is do I need to re-paint my car after say 5 years? I mean they offer 5 years warranty, let say after 5 years all the coating disappear, will the coating eaten up the paint?


Added on April 22, 2012, 10:30 pmDear all K5 fans,
I am considering SG, my only worry is do I need to re-paint my car after say 5 years? I mean they offer 5 years warranty, let say after 5 years all the coating disappear, will the coating eaten up the paint?

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Damn, just went to Kia at federal highway and looked at the k5 again.damn tempted. But my wife says we don't have kids yet, so we should get a koup.
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QUOTE(Dagashi @ Apr 22 2012, 11:55 PM)
Damn, just went to Kia at federal highway and looked at the k5 again.damn tempted. But my wife says we don't have kids yet, so we should get a koup.
Poor decision in my opinion. Koup is for singles not those married couples intending to have kids.


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I suggest that we wait for CM98 to come out first. Haha
Yes wait for me. But also wait for more owners. We need the numbers. biggrin.gif

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Damn, just went to Kia at federal highway and looked at the k5 again.damn tempted. But my wife says we don't have kids yet, so we should get a koup.
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Wow , opposite situation , I plan to get KOUP that time, my wife said get the K5 since we plan to have baby in the future. doh.gif
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QUOTE(feng yun @ Apr 22 2012, 10:30 PM)
Dear all K5 fans,
I am considering SG, my only worry is do I need to re-paint my car after say 5 years? I mean they offer 5 years warranty, let say after 5 years all the coating disappear, will the coating eaten up the paint?

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Guys, sorry if this question was asked in V1.
Anyone have the answer?
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Guys, sorry if this question was asked in V1.
Anyone have the answer?
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Hi, I believe this depends on how well you maintain the paint within that 5 years, if you are the sort who regularly wash, polish and park the car indoor during the night/day. Then i dont foresee there is a need to repaint. I regularly clean my car and polish and now after 5 years, after a nice wash. The paint still looks brand new.
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Hi there, going to collect my car soon. Apart from usual inspection, anything I need to pay extra cautious on the checklist below? please add if I miss out..

- lighting, side mirror, audio is functioning.
- ipod USB cable
- car registration & road tax match with chasis no/VIN no.
- toolkits/car jack
- spare type
- tyre pressue at 240kpa

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QUOTE(joonnyx @ Apr 23 2012, 12:00 PM)
Hi, I believe this depends on how well you maintain the paint within that 5 years, if you are the sort who regularly wash, polish and park the car indoor during the night/day. Then i dont foresee there is a need to repaint. I regularly clean my car and polish and now after 5 years, after a nice wash. The paint still looks brand new.
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Bro, what i meant is will the sierra glow coating damage the car paint?
But my question sounds stupid because coating is suppose to protect the car pain right? sad.gif
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just checked with my SA,, seems naza no longer bring in platinum graphite, not only got light grey. anyone saw the colour before?
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QUOTE(jimz97 @ Apr 23 2012, 01:07 PM)
Hi there, going to collect my car soon. Apart from usual inspection, anything I need to pay extra cautious on the checklist below? please add if I miss out..

- lighting, side mirror, audio is functioning.
- ipod USB cable
- car registration & road tax match with chasis no/VIN no.
- toolkits/car jack 
- spare type
- tyre pressue at 240kpa
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Up to date I still haven't check is my headlamp washer will spray water o not.. LOL u can check ..
and the bending light.
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hahaha..not too worry lar...that wan can check later...
just make sure things that supposed to be given, are given..correctly

like copy geran to verify year of manufacturer, rtax matching the actual car, usb cable, cigi butt plug and bottle tray, ur freebies, etc
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QUOTE(jimz97 @ Apr 23 2012, 01:07 PM)
Hi there, going to collect my car soon. Apart from usual inspection, anything I need to pay extra cautious on the checklist below? please add if I miss out..

- lighting, side mirror, audio is functioning.
- ipod USB cable
- car registration & road tax match with chasis no/VIN no.
- toolkits/car jack 
- spare type
- tyre pressue at 240kpa
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Test the cd player and eject button, some ppl complained cd jammed
Check the car plate. Mine initially not properly fixed
Check if got rear aircon vent. Mine dun hv coz 2011 model
Check all plastic cover to see if they have been covered back. Could be a sign it was used as test drive unit. Also can check odo if exceptionally high
Welcome to the K5 family
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WWR started this afternoon.
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Guys, sorry if this question was asked in V1.
Anyone have the answer?
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Hi, get your vehicle quoted with Rainaway Silcoat, then after that MAKE sure you wash your car every week. Your car will look brand new for up to 2 years. No worries about the coating eating your clear coat paint la. Only watermark/bird boob can eat your clear coat paint, and watermark is from our acidic rain. Or WORSE! Stone chippings! ergh
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Guys,
Do u think it is necessary to install alarm?

And I was considering the front sensor too as the car is more for my wife. Any input of opinion?
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Do u think it is necessary to install alarm?

And I was considering the front sensor too as the car is more for my wife. Any input of opinion?
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The alarm might void your warranty pls consider .....
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QUOTE(Dagashi @ Apr 23 2012, 07:08 PM)
Hi, get your vehicle quoted with Rainaway Silcoat, then after that MAKE sure you wash your car every week. Your car will look brand new for up to 2 years. No worries about the coating eating your clear coat paint la. Only watermark/bird boob can eat your clear coat paint, and watermark is from our acidic rain. Or WORSE! Stone chippings! ergh
I polish & wax my car once a year and its paint looked good even after 9 yrs. Still shiny and no fade at all. So not sure if all these expensive products are really worth the money since normal polishing also works.
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QUOTE(DJSoo @ Apr 24 2012, 12:01 AM)
The alarm might void your warranty pls consider .....
Guys i think we need to think carefully about this warranty concerns. Yes certain things might void the warranty, but best to always check direct with Glenmarie rather than rely on individual service centres or word of mouth. Do keep in mind that its in Kia's interest to maintain the warranty as that ensures repeat servicing for the next 5 yrs. Mind you, Kia service isnt cheap. Ive got a Kia sitting in my home and generally its more expensive than Toyota. The initial servicing will be cheap but once u start changing parts, then ull see the cost increasing. Kia stands to make alot of money by ensuring customers keep coming back to them. So i dont think they would be that quick to void a warranty as they stand to lose as well.

Im also seriously considering the alarm. Its not a foolproof system but it has its advantages. I rather risk voiding the warranty than make it easier for someone to grab my car. But havent put much thought into it. Will need to check with Kia first.
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yesterday nite, driving along kesas form kl to shah alam...

saw a truckload of K5 opposite me..saw 3 white k5 on top...then at the bottom, saw black cars...wasnt sure wat car is that, but looks same size D segment car, and it is really dark coloured car... black colour K5?
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Why do you need to install a alarm system in the car? Doesnt the car comes with a alarm system like all other cars?
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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ Apr 24 2012, 09:32 AM)
Guys i think we need to think carefully about this warranty concerns. Yes certain things might void the warranty, but best to always check direct with Glenmarie rather than rely on individual service centres or word of mouth. Do keep in mind that its in Kia's interest to maintain the warranty as that ensures repeat servicing for the next 5 yrs. Mind you, Kia service isnt cheap. Ive got a Kia sitting in my home and generally its more expensive than Toyota. The initial servicing will be cheap but once u start changing parts, then ull see the cost increasing. Kia stands to make alot of money by ensuring customers keep coming back to them. So i dont think they would be that quick to void a warranty as they stand to lose as well.

Im also seriously considering the alarm. Its not a foolproof system but it has its advantages. I rather risk voiding the warranty than make it easier for someone to grab my car. But havent put much thought into it. Will need to check with Kia first.
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I think it is not Kia's intention to make a lot of money.....it is Naza's intention. Both Kia and Hyundai share lots of common parts, and Hyundai's parts are somehow cheaper than Kia.

Just my 2 sen. icon_rolleyes.gif
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QUOTE(karyeowl @ Apr 24 2012, 11:31 AM)
I think it is not Kia's intention to make a lot of money.....it is Naza's intention. Both Kia and Hyundai share lots of common parts, and Hyundai's parts are somehow cheaper than Kia.
Just my 2 sen.  icon_rolleyes.gif
Yes i meant Naza.


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Why do you need to install a alarm system in the car? Doesnt the car comes with a alarm system like all other cars?
There is no alarm. Just a locking mechanism.

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Guys, i have a question regarding the car alarm / locking mechanism. Does the K5 have an engine immoboliser? If u leave your car unattended for a certain period of time without actually locking the car, does the engine get immobolised?
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QUOTE(K5WHITE @ Apr 24 2012, 12:24 PM)
yesterday nite, driving along kesas form kl to shah alam...

saw a truckload of K5 opposite me..saw 3 white k5 on top...then at the bottom, saw black cars...wasnt sure wat car is that, but looks same size D segment car, and it is really dark coloured car... black colour K5?
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can it be the PG color?


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Hey, anyone fixed the rattling sound from the back seat (which is said to come from one of the panels) at red cube PJ?
Any news if the sound got fixed bros?
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yes, i got mine fixed. drove for a week and the sound is not there anymore. look for mechanic Hafiz at red cube. he knows how to fix it.

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yes, i got mine fixed. drove for a week and the sound is not there anymore. look for mechanic Hafiz at red cube. he knows how to fix it.
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Owh...cool bro. Will go get it checked soon!

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QUOTE(ken7908 @ Apr 23 2012, 10:39 PM)
Guys,
Do u think it is necessary to install alarm?

And I was considering the front sensor too as the car is more for my wife. Any input of opinion?
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I am going to buy Disklok instead of installing alarm. (Thank you bro Irangan for suggestion)
Check this out: www.caralarm.com.my/acc_disklok.
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QUOTE(feng yun @ Apr 24 2012, 02:11 PM)
I am going to buy Disklok instead of installing alarm. (Thank you bro Irangan for suggestion)
Check this out: www.caralarm.com.my/acc_disklok.
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Bro, it should be this link:

http://www.caralarm.com.my/acc_disklok.asp

No offense but these days, they use tow truck to steal the car. Even disklok can't prevent this. It happens to my friend at Puchong.

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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ Apr 24 2012, 11:57 AM)
Yes i meant Naza.


Added on April 24, 2012, 11:58 am

There is no alarm. Just a locking mechanism.
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Nop, the car come with alarm, tested it before and when the alarm trigger, it will honk loudly.

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QUOTE(kenrain @ Apr 24 2012, 02:34 PM)
Bro, it should be this link:

http://www.caralarm.com.my/acc_disklok.asp

No offense but these days, they use tow truck to steal the car. Even disklok can't prevent this. It happens to my friend at Puchong.
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Thanks for correcting.

Yalo if they use tow truck, even alarm also useless i supposed.

I think what we can do is when we park the car, car boot should be facing out instead of front. Also front wheel should not be aligned.
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Nop, the car come with alarm, tested it before and when the alarm trigger, it will honk loudly.
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i think they love the car so much, they just cant bear the thought of losing it...
so thats why put 3rd party reputable alarm to safeguard their 'wife'
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Even the best alarm in the world can't help if:
1. They use tow truck
2. They just stop you on the road and take the car (i think this happen very often to camry)
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Not all are skillful and have tow truck. At least the alarm will keep those being chase away. This is just a mentality thingy....depends on how u value the existence of alarm.
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regarding fuel consumption the best i've achieved so far 9.4L/100km
how do i do it?
-avoid hard aacceleration
-try your best to maintain the speed at least above 60km/h including city driving (if u can)
-to see the real result, wait until 1 bar left n evaluate ur self the fuel consumption u manage to get because if u isi the minyak, the fuel consumption meter will suddenly increase (for eg: 9.4L/100km--->13.8L/km)
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can it be the PG color?


Added on April 24, 2012, 12:14 pm

yes, i got mine fixed. drove for a week and the sound is not there anymore. look for mechanic Hafiz at red cube. he knows how to fix it.
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Thx bro n glad it's been solved. Shall go red cube to get mine one repair. Btw how much time it took for them to repair?
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QUOTE(feng yun @ Apr 24 2012, 05:10 PM)
Even the best alarm in the world can't help if:
1. They use tow truck
2. They just stop you on the road and take the car (i think this happen very often to camry)
Alarm systems and other security measures are not meant to be foolproof measures to prevent theft. It merely acts as a deterrant or to slow down potential car thieves. There is no alarm system in the world that can actually claim to be 100% effective.
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anyone know getting through singapore with tinted car regulation?
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Thx bro n glad it's been solved. Shall go red cube to get mine one repair. Btw how much time it took for them to repair?
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it roughly took them an hour and also depending on the queue that day.
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QUOTE(K5WHITE @ Apr 25 2012, 09:51 AM)
anyone know getting through singapore with tinted car regulation?
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IIRC, our JPJ's rule on car tint is stricker than Singapore's LTA regulation...
If your car tint is > 70% VLT for front and >50% VLT for side and rear, shouldn't be a problem.

The Singapore Land Transport Authority (LTA) Regulations state that:

Window film must not be of the reflective type.
The resultant light transmittance for the front windscreen and two front side windows must be at least 70%.
The resultant light transmittance for the rear windscreen and the rear passenger windows must be at least 25%.
The front windscreen must not prevent, obstruct or interfere with the transmission of signals between the In-vehicle Unit (IU) and Electronic Road


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IIRC, our JPJ's rule on car tint is stricker than Singapore's LTA regulation...
If your car tint is > 70% VLT for front and >50% VLT for side and rear, shouldn't be a problem.

The Singapore Land Transport Authority (LTA) Regulations state that:

    Window film must not be of the reflective type.
    The resultant light transmittance for the front windscreen and two front side windows must be at least 70%.
    The resultant light transmittance for the rear windscreen and the rear passenger windows must be at least 25%.
    The front windscreen must not prevent, obstruct or interfere with the transmission of signals between the In-vehicle Unit (IU) and Electronic Road
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but our front side windows can go to 50, whereas SG must be 70 allowable light...so meaning, onli the front side windows SG are stricker than JPJ
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QUOTE(K5WHITE @ Apr 25 2012, 10:20 AM)
but our front side windows can go to 50, whereas SG must be 70 allowable light...so meaning, onli the front side windows SG are stricker than JPJ
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My previous car front side windows tinted to 50% VLT, but no problem going through Singapore checkpoint as always wind down the front windows for immigration and customs clearance biggrin.gif


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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ Apr 24 2012, 09:32 AM)
Guys i think we need to think carefully about this warranty concerns. Yes certain things might void the warranty, but best to always check direct with Glenmarie rather than rely on individual service centres or word of mouth. Do keep in mind that its in Kia's interest to maintain the warranty as that ensures repeat servicing for the next 5 yrs. Mind you, Kia service isnt cheap. Ive got a Kia sitting in my home and generally its more expensive than Toyota. The initial servicing will be cheap but once u start changing parts, then ull see the cost increasing. Kia stands to make alot of money by ensuring customers keep coming back to them. So i dont think they would be that quick to void a warranty as they stand to lose as well.

Im also seriously considering the alarm. Its not a foolproof system but it has its advantages. I rather risk voiding the warranty than make it easier for someone to grab my car. But havent put much thought into it. Will need to check with Kia first.
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I already thinking of installing the alarm and glass sensor recommended by KIA's salesman plus anti-hijack, but will KIV first until Naza's sales person and their service staff sort-out on their disagreement on alarm installation.



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it roughly took them an hour and also depending on the queue that day.
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Cool... not that long... will call up to check which day is not that busy so no need leave car there.
Thx


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QUOTE(K5WHITE @ Apr 25 2012, 10:20 AM)
but our front side windows can go to 50, whereas SG must be 70 allowable light...so meaning, onli the front side windows SG are stricker than JPJ
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I don think custom checkpoint will check on this? or do they change become stricter now?
I had 2 of my car pass through last time also din check... get the autopass then all clear

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Probably the unluckiest purchase for me. My white K5 is again delayed for another 2 - 3 weeks. That would make a total of nearly 3 months wait! Completely don't understand why some of you can obtain a white K5 within a month or so. I'm utterly speechless about this entire thing. Been chasing them left, right and center and the only excuse they gave was AP issue. #!$%@#!#@$!!!
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Just curious but don't many of you who tried K5 around the circus and bendy roads found it lacking grip? It is one of the nicest looking car today but..........

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Haha...What mods la? The mods never end once you get a K5..
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QUOTE(LYL2009 @ Apr 25 2012, 05:00 PM)
Probably the unluckiest purchase for me. My white K5 is again delayed for another 2 - 3 weeks. That would make a total of nearly 3 months wait! Completely don't understand why some of you can obtain a white K5 within a month or so. I'm utterly speechless about this entire thing. Been chasing them left, right and center and the only excuse they gave was AP issue. #!$%@#!#@$!!!
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Mine last time they said like that also..they said very difficult to get white as AP still pending and it will take around 1 month the fastest they can get..have to undergo long waiting list..so they pushed me to buy the PG or silver color..but i still insist for white..supprisingly after i signed the agreement with the bank, suddenly they said the car already got the AP n i got my car..lol
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QUOTE(sutunjambul @ Apr 25 2012, 06:45 PM)
Mine last time they said like that also..they said very difficult to get white as AP still pending and it will take around 1 month the fastest they can get..have to undergo long waiting list..so they pushed me to buy the PG or silver color..but i still insist for white..supprisingly after i signed the agreement with the bank, suddenly they said the car already got the AP n i got my car..lol
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Aiya... Just realize my k5 also got the 'nyek nyek' sound. Coming from the passenger side behind the driver. Only hears it when going through some rough road. Can't really hear on normal driving.

Also just realize my sunroof side rubber is loose. It won't leak when rain but when the sunroof closes it will 'press' the side rubber in together. Will take some picture tomorrow.

Other from these, the drive is smooth and solid. I got strangers come up to me and ask 'is this the new Lexus?' when I said 'no', it's Kia from Korea. They were surprise and they really like the design. then they start comparing with Camry and the designs is so so only. rclxms.gif this happen to me in Penang today.
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this is lexus from korea
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the sunroof closes it will 'press' the side rubber in together. ....?????

Ya, please show us the picture. Dunno mine has this o not ..
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Haha...What mods la? The mods never end once you get a K5..
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simple mod only lar...

http://www.optimaforums.com/forum/5-optima...noise-30-a.html

place order dy, waiting for receipt


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the sunroof closes it will 'press' the side rubber in together. ....?????

Ya, please show us the picture. Dunno mine has this o not ..
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i seen that before oso...when u open the sunroof, and close it back, the movement of the sliding mechanism stretch the long rubber seal and pull it out of its place...mine happen at the front passenger side top...u try to see if it happen to u or not, by standing outside of the car, standing at the front passenger side..look at the top front part of the sunroof, look at the nearest seal to u..then open and close the sunroof...

mine happen on the first few days, simple tuck in with finger again for few time, then no more lioaw...maybe tight fitting new car, after that fitment okay lioaw, no more stretching, so not happening to me lioaw...

sorry no photo, coz car not with me now...


Added on April 26, 2012, 10:13 amthis coming weekend confirm (err..90% lar) changing tyre and rim set lioaw...manage to get best price from klang...

but let me change first then let u guys know here lar...coz u know lar, these ppl will have "chamber nut must set, alignment must do, wheel nut must change" kinda additional charge

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Finally getting my new baby this evening rclxm9.gif

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QUOTE(feng yun @ Apr 26 2012, 11:22 AM)
Finally getting my new baby this evening  rclxm9.gif

Can't wait!!!  drool.gif
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rclxms.gif thumbup.gif rclxms.gif thumbup.gif


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Aiya... Just realize my k5 also got the 'nyek nyek' sound. Coming from the passenger side behind the driver. Only hears it when going through some rough road. Can't really hear on normal driving.

Also just realize my sunroof side rubber is loose. It won't leak when rain but when the sunroof closes it will 'press' the side rubber in together. Will take some picture tomorrow.

Other from these, the drive is smooth and solid. I got strangers come up to me and ask 'is this the new Lexus?' when I said 'no', it's Kia from Korea. They were surprise and they really like the design. then they start comparing with Camry and the designs is so so only. rclxms.gif  this happen to me in Penang today.
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for the 'nyek nyek' sound i got it fixed at red cube PJ. look for mechanic named Hafiz.

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Finally getting my new baby this evening  rclxm9.gif

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haha, I ahead of you although our car sent for puspakom same day...remember set pressure 240, mine was 300+
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I didnt trade in my myvi when i got my k5 coz didnt get good price. Been trying to sell off to other 2nd hand car dealer for 2 months but also not very good price. Only offered ard rm31k max for 2007 myvi se. Any recommendation which website i shd try to advertise my car for sale? Not sure what is the transfer process if sell directly to buyer. Pls help


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QUOTE(feng yun @ Apr 26 2012, 10:22 AM)
Finally getting my new baby this evening  rclxm9.gif

Can't wait!!!  drool.gif
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Congrats! Would love to see more k5 on the road. After driving it for 3 mths, it still amaze me with its good looks whenever i see one on the road! What a beauty

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31K for 2007 MYVI is a pretty good deal if you ask me. i only got 36k trade in offer for my 2005 nissan sentra 1.8. .. .. .


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31K for 2007 MYVI is a pretty good deal if you ask me. i only got 36k trade in offer for my 2005 nissan sentra 1.8. .. .. .
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I think i saw some 2007 myvi selling for rm34 to 36k on mudah.com. Thats why a bit reluctant to sell ao low.
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QUOTE(gary_ckwai @ Apr 26 2012, 11:03 AM)
for the 'nyek nyek' sound i got it fixed at red cube PJ. look for mechanic named Hafiz.
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going to see Hafiz...i think Hafiz will be very surprise how come so many K5 owner looking for him biggrin.gif
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going to see Hafiz...i think Hafiz will be very surprise how come so many K5 owner looking for him  biggrin.gif
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dont worry...i have inform Hafiz that once my car is fixed, i will post to forum and any K5 owner who have this 'nyek nyek' sound, he will be our go to guy biggrin.gif

has anyone tried going up genting can share their experience of the car power and handling?
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haha, I ahead of you although our car sent for puspakom same day...remember set pressure 240, mine was 300+
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Ha ha exactly, thanks for the remind, will check the pressure.


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dont worry...i have inform Hafiz that once my car is fixed, i will post to forum and any K5 owner who have this 'nyek nyek' sound, he will be our go to guy biggrin.gif

has anyone tried going up genting can share their experience of the car power and handling?
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Ya i am also curious. Because my brother once drove his accord 2.0 to Genting and it was like OMG... underpower kao kao

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Ha ha exactly, thanks for the remind, will check the pressure.


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Ya i am also curious. Because my brother once drove his accord 2.0 to Genting and it was like OMG... underpower kao kao
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i drove up once after 1K service. engine sound is loud and can hear engine roars like crazy. Fully auto will not get u up. I used manual gear 2 and 3 to go up. the car's too heavy and really i felt underpower. started to have doubt.....but once u have the momentum i think its fairly acceptable. i pass an accord and camry on the way up.

u need to be really really really really careful on the multi storey car park. i had a few close encounters. just ngam ngam can go through.
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QUOTE(gary_ckwai @ Apr 26 2012, 05:24 PM)
i drove up once after 1K service. engine sound is loud and can hear engine roars like crazy. Fully auto will not get u up. I used manual gear 2 and 3 to go up. the car's too heavy and really i felt underpower. started to have doubt.....but once u have the momentum i think its fairly acceptable. i pass an accord and camry on the way up.

u need to be really really really really careful on the multi storey car park. i had a few close encounters. just ngam ngam can go through.
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2 liter engine will sound loud upon hard acceleration/uphill due to the high performance setup. When the engine is pushed for the extra hp,it will roar. It's carrying the heavy body and uphill makes the engine work very hard. If the engine was bigger, then it does not need to work that hard. You'll find the 2.4 liter engine does not roar that loud, cos it does not need to work that hard for the same load!
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QUOTE(K5WHITE @ Apr 26 2012, 10:07 AM)

i seen that before oso...when u open the sunroof, and close it back, the movement of the sliding mechanism stretch the long rubber seal and pull it out of its place...mine happen at the front passenger side top...u try to see if it happen to u or not, by standing outside of the car, standing at the front passenger side..look at the top front part of the sunroof, look at the nearest seal to u..then open and close the sunroof...

mine happen on the first few days, simple tuck in with finger again for few time, then no more lioaw...maybe tight fitting new car, after that fitment okay lioaw, no more stretching, so not happening to me lioaw...

sorry no photo, coz car not with me now...
Yes. I have this same problem. You describe it better than me... tongue.gif

After I try to 'tuck' it in... Much better... The drive side looks ok... But the passenger side still got a bit 'tuck' in. Can't seem to pull it out. Could be just the rubber problem... Look a bit loose to me.. Will post some picture once I reach home tmr. Still in Penang and it quite dark outside. Lighting not good.

Will go to red cube and fix my 'nuke nyek' sound later when got the time. Thanks for the info guys.

Just saw a white k5 here in Penang Taman inderawasih... Plate is WWJxxxx. Belong to any1 from here in forum? brows.gif


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QUOTE(gary_ckwai @ Apr 26 2012, 05:24 PM)
i drove up once after 1K service. engine sound is loud and can hear engine roars like crazy. Fully auto will not get u up. I used manual gear 2 and 3 to go up. the car's too heavy and really i felt underpower. started to have doubt.....but once u have the momentum i think its fairly acceptable. i pass an accord and camry on the way up.

u need to be really really really really careful on the multi storey car park. i had a few close encounters. just ngam ngam can go through.
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Bro, can ask when u mention ngam ngam, is it height clearance like speed bump n ramp too steep or bcoz the car is too long?
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QUOTE(Landy @ Apr 25 2012, 10:26 PM)
Aiya... Just realize my k5 also got the 'nyek nyek' sound. Coming from the passenger side behind the driver. Only hears it when going through some rough road. Can't really hear on normal driving.

Also just realize my sunroof side rubber is loose. It won't leak when rain but when the sunroof closes it will 'press' the side rubber in together. Will take some picture tomorrow.

Other from these, the drive is smooth and solid. I got strangers come up to me and ask 'is this the new Lexus?' when I said 'no', it's Kia from Korea. They were surprise and they really like the design. then they start comparing with Camry and the designs is so so only. rclxms.gif  this happen to me in Penang today.
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i have this problem too. I just reopen the roof and guide it back into place with my finger while the roof closes.

I noticed that the problem occurs mostly during very hot and sunny days, when the rubber gets heated up and expands.

Small problem, nothing to worry about.
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QUOTE(Landy @ Apr 25 2012, 10:26 PM)
Aiya... Just realize my k5 also got the 'nyek nyek' sound. Coming from the passenger side behind the driver. Only hears it when going through some rough road. Can't really hear on normal driving.

Also just realize my sunroof side rubber is loose. It won't leak when rain but when the sunroof closes it will 'press' the side rubber in together. Will take some picture tomorrow.

Other from these, the drive is smooth and solid. I got strangers come up to me and ask 'is this the new Lexus?' when I said 'no', it's Kia from Korea. They were surprise and they really like the design. then they start comparing with Camry and the designs is so so only. rclxms.gif  this happen to me in Penang today.
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True.... the same thing happened to my father.... his friends tought that his new Sorento was a Lexus RX....

Cause the front design is almost the same....haha.... laugh.gif

Realll, KIA makes very2 beautiful cars after Peter Schreyer joined.....
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QUOTE(santaloke @ Apr 25 2012, 05:26 PM)
Just curious but don't many of you who tried K5 around the circus and bendy roads found it lacking grip?  It is one of the nicest looking car today but..........

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Tried high speed driving on my father Sorento 2.4..... Super stable on b-roads summore...... speeds up to 160 km/h..... tackled with ease.... body roll almost unfelt.... but got abit la..... laugh.gif

I'm sure Optima with lower center of gravity will be better.... laugh.gif
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QUOTE(SA6YEuro @ Apr 26 2012, 07:10 PM)
Bro, can ask when u mention ngam ngam, is it height clearance like speed bump n ramp too steep or bcoz the car is too long?
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QUOTE(masz94 @ Apr 27 2012, 03:53 AM)
Tried high speed driving on my father Sorento 2.4..... Super stable on b-roads summore...... speeds up to 160 km/h..... tackled with ease.... body roll almost unfelt.... but got abit la.....  laugh.gif

I'm sure Optima with lower center of gravity will be better....  laugh.gif
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Collected my K5 yesterday evening, full tank RM125. Tire pressure also reduced accordingly.
But because of low center of gravity, my baby kene scratch when I pass a speed bump cry.gif damn heart broken
Anyway so happy and excited! laugh.gif
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QUOTE(feng yun @ Apr 27 2012, 06:43 AM)
Collected my K5 yesterday evening, full tank RM125.
That means not full la. Full tank is 70L = RM136
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QUOTE(jimz97 @ Apr 26 2012, 12:02 PM)
haha, I ahead of you although our car sent for puspakom same day...remember set pressure 240, mine was 300+
240 all around?
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Yup, as stated in door panel but not sure it mean for all round...anyone can clarify?
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yeah..all around
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Bro, can ask when u mention ngam ngam, is it height clearance like speed bump n ramp too steep or bcoz the car is too long?
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not entirely true ....careful with high bumps, it scratched my bottom front bumper

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anyone can advice the driver seat moving front & back each time we start/stop the car is there a way we can disabled it?

also anyone can share the best audio setting for our infinity speakers?
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anyone can advice the driver seat moving front & back each time we start/stop the car is there a way we can disabled it?

also anyone can share the best audio setting for our infinity speakers?
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u can set it in the supervisory cluster menu...turn off the easy access driver seat


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QUOTE(K5WHITE @ Apr 27 2012, 11:54 AM)
u can set it in the supervisory cluster menu...turn off the easy access driver seat
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how do i go to the supervisory cluster menu
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at stationary, press the menu button long..will enter set up menu...browse and turn off the easy access seat
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Guys how to go to the front wheel alignment screen?
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my loan approved now waiting WWW only...but cari forum got owner FC quite high full tank only 400km+ abit worry now...coz i per day go office n back home 2 way drive 100km

my SA told me after 1st and 2nd service FC will improve...if FC still so high die hard then doh.gif




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QUOTE(feng yun @ Apr 27 2012, 06:43 AM)
Collected my K5 yesterday evening, full tank RM125. Tire pressure also reduced accordingly.
But because of low center of gravity, my baby kene scratch when I pass a speed bump  cry.gif  damn heart broken
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wow..so excited, scratch it so fast .... tongue.gif
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QUOTE(devil98 @ Apr 27 2012, 11:35 AM)
my loan approved now waiting WWW only...but cari forum got owner FC quite high full tank only 400km+ abit worry now...coz i per day go office n back home 2 way drive 100km

my SA told me after 1st and 2nd service FC will improve...if FC still so high die hard then doh.gif
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no ler...full city driving average foot press oso can get u 550km...if u 2 way 100km, means got involved highway or constant speed at 80~100km/hr, think u can get 600km

400km on full tank sure play a lot of shift pedal, or hard accel

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Anyone can share Car Sales statistic per model for March? Bro Cyber98?
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QUOTE(K5WHITE @ Apr 27 2012, 11:47 AM)
no ler...full city driving average foot press oso can get u 550km...if u 2 way 100km, means got involved highway or constant speed at 80~100km/hr, think u can get 600km

400km on full tank sure play a lot of shift pedal, or hard accel
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my 2 way actually all highway maintain speed at 110km/per hr... i really hope k5 FC same/better as my FD2 now lo...
hopefully can get up to 650km

then i duno lo...coz that owner say not always hard accel...
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My concern with kia cars is always the FC. That is the reason why I'm hesitant to book one yet.


Added on April 27, 2012, 12:02 pmMay be others who had the K5 already can persuade me otherwise? biggrin.gif

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I think the fc for K5 is quite good. My fc for 25% city & 75% highway can get around 700km++. If 100% city driving around 550km++ with extra fuel to spare for another 100km++.

I usually pump full tank when its down to 2 or 3 bars.
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QUOTE(zapirwin @ Apr 27 2012, 12:00 PM)
My concern with kia cars is always the FC. That is the reason why I'm hesitant to book one yet.


Added on April 27, 2012, 12:02 pmMay be others who had the K5 already can persuade me otherwise?  biggrin.gif
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I always refer to official FC given by car manufacturer, which is not bad for K5 case.
But actual FC very very much depends on the driving style, city or highway drive, etc...
Anyway i will share my FC from time to time, see how far i can make for 1st tank tongue.gif
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QUOTE(feng yun @ Apr 27 2012, 06:43 AM)
Collected my K5 yesterday evening, full tank RM125. Tire pressure also reduced accordingly.
But because of low center of gravity, my baby kene scratch when I pass a speed bump  cry.gif  damn heart broken
Anyway so happy and excited! laugh.gif
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QUOTE(Landy @ Apr 27 2012, 12:18 PM)
I think the fc for K5 is quite good. My fc for 25% city & 75% highway can get around 700km++. If 100% city driving around 550km++ with extra fuel to spare for another 100km++.

I usually pump full tank when its down to 2 or 3 bars.
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ur FC consider quite good woh... hopefully when i collect my car my FC can same as urs blush.gif

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ur FC consider quite good woh... hopefully when i collect my car my FC can same as urs blush.gif
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Guys how to go to the front wheel alignment screen?
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Get the wheel alignment check before the 1,000km or on yr 1st 1000 service at Kia SC. Its free.
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QUOTE(devil98 @ Apr 27 2012, 11:35 AM)
my loan approved now waiting WWW only...but cari forum got owner FC quite high full tank only 400km+ abit worry now...coz i per day go office n back home 2 way drive 100km

my SA told me after 1st and 2nd service FC will improve...if FC still so high die hard then doh.gif
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Bro, don't worry , I tried few times.. Easily with or without ECO mode also can go 500KM


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Do u means the meter screen show alignment record?

i think Malaysia spec don't have.

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QUOTE(Motorman @ Apr 27 2012, 01:32 PM)
Get the wheel alignment check before the 1,000km or on yr 1st 1000 service at Kia SC. Its free.
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QUOTE(DJSoo @ Apr 27 2012, 01:56 PM)
Bro, don't worry , I tried few times.. Easily with or without ECO mode also can go 500KM


Added on April 27, 2012, 2:01 pm

Do u means the meter screen show alignment record?

i think Malaysia spec don't have.
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Huh? Malaysia spec dont have? I tot the brochure say got one? I know we dont have the tire pressure monitoring system.
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Guys how to go to the front wheel alignment screen?
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This feature is to remind you that your steering wheel is not align when you park your car and this only come out at the monitor cluster after you start your vehicle.

Objective : It's a warning sign that your "steering wheel is not align @ in straight position before you paddle the car after park to avoid miss steer and bang the road curb or others obstacle that not in your eyes radar.

How to test:

1) Park your car with full left or full right of the steering wheel.

2) Push off your engine.

3) Start again.

4) The cluster monitor will come out with "wheel alignment sign"


This can be reset by steer it according the direction of the monitor cluster.

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QUOTE(Landy @ Apr 27 2012, 12:18 PM)
I think the fc for K5 is quite good. My fc for 25% city & 75% highway can get around 700km++. If 100% city driving around 550km++ with extra fuel to spare for another 100km++.

I usually pump full tank when its down to 2 or 3 bars.
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I m not so lucky, my FC quite high ..even i don't hard accelerate, from full tank to last bar, screen shown 0km to empty, can get about 460km only (80% city drive) not even 500km, may be due to traffic jam every morning
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QUOTE(RlanD @ Apr 27 2012, 03:51 PM)
This feature is to remind you that your steering wheel is not align when you park your car and this only come out at the monitor cluster after you start your vehicle.

Objective : It's a warning sign that your "steering wheel is not align @ in straight position before you paddle the car after park to avoid miss steer and bang the road curb or others obstacle that not in your eyes radar.

How to test:

1) Park your car with full left or full right of the steering wheel.

2) Push off your engine.

3) Start again.

4) The cluster monitor will come out with "wheel alignment sign"
This can be reset by steer it according the direction of the monitor cluster.
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Meaning the sterring wheel must be in full left or right position? How about half left or half right?
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QUOTE(feng yun @ Apr 27 2012, 04:18 PM)
Meaning the sterring wheel must be in full left or right position? How about half left or half right?
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Full right or left is just for simple test of the feature, by the detection, its start from one full rotation of steering wheel = quarter right or left.

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QUOTE(feng yun @ Apr 27 2012, 03:35 PM)
Huh? Malaysia spec dont have? I tot the brochure say got one? I know we dont have the tire pressure monitoring system.
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The alignment screen is just u twist ur steering make alignment not center... Then u put on P mode , it will show.


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QUOTE(ivanhong @ Apr 27 2012, 04:12 PM)
I m not so lucky, my FC quite high ..even i don't hard accelerate, from full tank to last bar, screen shown 0km to empty, can get about 460km only (80% city drive) not even 500km, may be due to traffic jam every morning
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Have you service your car over 1000KM?

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Have you service your car over 1000KM?
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yup...now 3000km already, FC still ths same like b4 1000km service
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yup...now 3000km already, FC still ths same like b4 1000km service
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Check out this. It maybe helpful. icon_rolleyes.gif
10 Top Tips for Fuel Efficient Driving
http://www.environment.gov.au/settlements/...guide/tips.html
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QUOTE(feng yun @ Apr 27 2012, 03:35 PM)
Huh? Malaysia spec dont have? I tot the brochure say got one? I know we dont have the tire pressure monitoring system.
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I know a friend who sued peugeot for an absent spec which was shown in the brochure. Wanna sue  tongue.gif
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Was the case awarded in his favor or still ongoing?
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Its been a while since my last post. Very busy. Been clocking some miles on my K5. Now at 8500km. My fc is on the high side as 100% city with very bad jam. Ive been clocking bout 480km. But if traffic not that bad then bout 550km. On 100% highway cruising at 90kmh to pg n back managed to hit 880km. But really had to drive very gently.

Im planning to organize the 2nd TT maybe next month. Spoke to Naza Kia and they said we can write in to get them to sponsor something for the TT.
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I know a friend who sued peugeot for an absent spec which was shown in the brochure. Wanna sue  tongue.gif
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I wonder if k5 owners can do the same bout the rear led lamp combination. Not complete. Misleading in brochure.
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QUOTE(zrill @ Apr 27 2012, 06:47 PM)
Its been a while since my last post. Very busy. Been clocking some miles on my K5. Now at 8500km. My fc is on the high side as 100% city with very bad jam. Ive been clocking bout 480km. But if traffic not that bad then bout 550km. On 100% highway cruising at 90kmh to pg n back managed to hit 880km. But really had to drive very gently.

Im planning to organize the 2nd TT maybe next month. Spoke to Naza Kia and they said we can write in to get them to sponsor something for the TT.
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Naza sponsor?? Wow... You r the man... rclxms.gif
I will attend this Sunday TT at citta mall , u going?
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Any1 seen this?

http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2088220

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Was the case awarded in his favor or still ongoing?
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The judge was with him. To cut their loses, peugeot decided to settle.


Added on April 27, 2012, 11:45 pmBy the way what is TT? Sounds like the FC not that good.

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QUOTE(zapirwin @ Apr 28 2012, 12:44 AM)
The judge was with him. To cut their loses, peugeot decided to settle.


Added on April 27, 2012, 11:45 pmBy the way what is TT? Sounds like the FC  not that good.
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Hi, I've just Pm u. icon_rolleyes.gif
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QUOTE(DJSoo @ Apr 27 2012, 11:23 PM)
Naza sponsor?? Wow... You r the man... rclxms.gif
I will attend this Sunday TT at citta mall , u going?
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Got second TT at Citta Mall? Why no info one?


My FC is around 600km to 650km if using RON 97 and 550km to 600km if using RON 95. Mileage around 3k now. 70% city 30% highway driving.
Using Shell petrol and Shell Full Sync motor oil
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So the allignment function on the display is not really the allignment of the tyres but actually to tell you the tyres are not straight? Thats a disappointment.
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QUOTE(DJSoo @ Apr 27 2012, 11:23 PM)
QUOTE(zrill @ Apr 27 2012, 06:47 PM)
Its been a while since my last post. Very busy. Been clocking some miles on my K5. Now at 8500km. My fc is on the high side as 100% city with very bad jam. Ive been clocking bout 480km. But if traffic not that bad then bout 550km. On 100% highway cruising at 90kmh to pg n back managed to hit 880km. But really had to drive very gently.

Im planning to organize the 2nd TT maybe next month. Spoke to Naza Kia and they said we can write in to get them to sponsor something for the TT.


Naza sponsor?? Wow... You r the man... 
I will attend this Sunday TT at citta mall , u going?
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Yay, NAZA sponsor. Next round TT we go Jake's Charbroil Steaks.

Btw, my friend bought a set of rubber mats for his A6 from Audi. I'm seriously considering one set for my K5, i'm sick of vacuuming the ori carpet. Is NAZA selling rubber mats for K5?

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Finally I found out the noise is not from the back sit of my ride, is from sunroof ! N the noise is quite loud n notice when open the sunroof ! Thats y even i go already 3 times SC also cannot settle my problem cause me n they tot the noise is came from the behind sit or adsorbers?...anyone's here face the same problem n any idea to fix it ??
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QUOTE(irangan @ Apr 28 2012, 12:34 AM)
Got second TT at Citta Mall? Why no info one?
My FC is around 600km to 650km if using RON 97 and 550km to 600km if using RON 95. Mileage around 3k now. 70% city 30% highway driving.
Using Shell petrol and Shell Full Sync motor oil
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From FB.. Some K5-ians would like to join with sonata group ...at Citta mall tomolo 8pm.
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QUOTE(irangan @ Apr 28 2012, 01:34 AM)
Got second TT at Citta Mall? Why no info one?
My FC is around 600km to 650km if using RON 97 and 550km to 600km if using RON 95. Mileage around 3k now. 70% city 30% highway driving.
Using Shell petrol and Shell Full Sync motor oil
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This is interesting! rclxms.gif
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QUOTE(DJSoo @ Apr 28 2012, 01:14 PM)
From FB.. Some K5-ians would like to join with sonata group ...at Citta mall tomolo 8pm.
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Oh. I see. Don't have FB Acc. Sigh.

Will drop to see if time permit. Who is gOing?
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yeh yeh yeh....baru dapat my baby K5 in PG color which has been sitting in the HQ for quite few days. The car wait me to get them, not i waiting for the car....hahaha tongue.gif paiseh.....


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QUOTE(ken7908 @ Apr 28 2012, 05:38 PM)
yeh yeh yeh....baru dapat my baby K5 in PG color which has been sitting in the HQ for quite few days. The car wait me to get them, not i waiting for the car....hahaha tongue.gif paiseh.....
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QUOTE(irangan @ Apr 28 2012, 12:34 AM)
Got second TT at Citta Mall? Why no info one?
My FC is around 600km to 650km if using RON 97 and 550km to 600km if using RON 95. Mileage around 3k now. 70% city 30% highway driving.
Using Shell petrol and Shell Full Sync motor oil
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tongue.gif with sonata owner thumbup.gif

doh.gif going up genting in the noon cant join sweat.gif sweat.gif
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Better FC when using RON 97 ? how is that possible ?:
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QUOTE(Sh@rty 5 @ Apr 28 2012, 07:57 PM)
tongue.gif with sonata owner  thumbup.gif

doh.gif going up genting in the noon cant join sweat.gif  sweat.gif
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Better FC when using RON 97 ? how is that possible ?:
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Irangan , are you going? hmm.gif

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Guys, i have finally collected my Silver K5 today in Ipoh. Filled up fuel to the max of 75L (RM142). I dont know why the book states max is 70L only. Anyway i drove back to KL after that. Fuel consumption was excellent on the highway despite driving at 140kmph. The 1st bar only dropped after reaching KL at the 245km mark. But 2nd bar dropped at 270km mark but that was in spirited town driving. I had 4 passengers in the car all through.

Besides that, all else was ok. I test drove the car 9 times before buying so nothing much new. Except the mood lights are practically non existent and the button lights are very mild. Should have been white instead of red. The Nexen car tyres are not too bad. Not as noisy as i figured it would be. The tyre pressure was set at 190 for all 4 so i pumped up to 240 as specified. I think i am not gonna change the tyres. Will use it till its worn and then change to Michelin / Goodyear then. I dont see it being worthwhile spending another RM2,500 to change tyres. If the Nexen was really bad then it would have been important to change immediately but now i dont think so.

But i noticed that the rain sensor isnt that sensative. Only activates when amount of water on windscreen reaches a 'disturbing' level and doesnt do a final wipe after the rain has stopped completely despite having some water on the windscreen. Totally different from the Peugeot system which activates the moment a few drops are present.

Based on the power i experienced, i think the car will not find it easy going up Genting especially with passengers. The car is quite heavy and the 2.0L engine is not really suited for this body. A Turbo or a 2.4L will be ideal.

But 1 thing which caught my attention before and it did again this time was the audio system. Despite all the correct settings, i didnt get the surround sound experience. Most of the sound seemed to be coming from the front speakers. A sound setting at 6 would be just nice for the front but rear passengers would probably hear it as a 3 or 4. I only got the surround sound feeling when i adjusted the fader and put +3 for the rear. Doesnt seem right at all. Are you guys experiencing the same?

Parking was a real experience especially at shopping malls. Also trying to selit the car into tight roadside parking is virtually impossible due to the length of the car. I really need to install the front sensors. The high bonnet and long front overhang is really a bother when negotiating tight spots. But i must say the rear camera and parking sensor is quite accurate. But my advice would be to never depend on it 100%. Still use the traditional method of checking your side mirrors and doing the occasional turn back to confirm. Getting a dent or a scratch is really not worth it.

But overall, the car is great. Has alot of confidence and ride handling is good. Ive been getting many stares at traffic light stops and makan shops. The last time i had this experience was in 2003 with my Vios when it was first launched. Great feeling i must say.

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Thanks for the good review CB98. Just wanna check, how many bars are there when the fuel tank is full? You mean to say that the 2nd bar dropped after 25km of city driving? Wow....I didn't know its such a big difference driving in city compared with driving on highways.
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CM98..i was also thinking of putting front parking sensor initially but now i've changed my mind..not worth it and possibility of void warranty..dun worry, u'll get use to it after sometimes..now its easy already for me to parking..what i need is only extra blind spot mirror @ side mirror which help me alot
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QUOTE(zapirwin @ Apr 29 2012, 02:35 AM)
Thanks for the good review CB98. Just wanna check, how many bars are there when the fuel tank is full? You mean to say that the 2nd bar dropped after 25km of city driving? Wow....I didn't know its such a big difference driving in city compared with driving on highways.
Total 12 bars when full. So basically 2 bars for the first 270km. BUt the first bars normally take longer to drop due to the sensor position. Ull only know your full tank mileage (range) upon uve consumed the whole tank. But just keep in mind that the full tank capacity can go up to at least 75L or more and not 70L as stated in the car manual.

Guys, i intend to do the Sierra Glow tomorrow. Is it really that good? I travel alot outstation every week so i need something good to protect.
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Total 12 bars when full. So basically 2 bars for the first 270km. BUt the first bars normally take longer to drop due to the sensor position. Ull only know your full tank mileage (range) upon uve consumed the whole tank. But just keep in mind that the full tank capacity can go up to at least 75L or more and not 70L as stated in the car manual.

Guys, i intend to do the Sierra Glow tomorrow. Is it really that good? I travel alot outstation every week so i need something good to protect.
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Congrats on your ride~! Time for our second TT then smile.gif

Sierra Glow.. I think most of the member here including myself already went for it and I would say worth it. The car looks like just polished each time i wash my car by myself and you can feel that there is a layer of coating on it. Dont know how to express it.

About the fuel tank, you sure about the fuel tank. The max I pump before is 68ltrs and that's also after driving for another 20km when the re fuel warning is on.
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Just curious but don't many of you who tried K5 around the circus and bendy roads found it lacking grip?  It is one of the nicest looking car today but..........

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Hi Guys,

I just placed a booking for a K5 and should be getting the car within the next 2 - 3 weeks. I was wondering how is the power like of the 2.0 in a body such as this. I managed to test the car during the roadshow in BU a month back. the accelaration from slow speed seems ok but i didnt really manage to go above 90 so was wondering after this speed, would the acceleration be still acceptable? My wife has a Forte 2.0 wit the single cvvt engine and on that car, its fast and responsive though engine sounds very unrefined, just not too sure how would it perform on the K5's body.

Any inputs will be appreciated.


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Bro, where is this circus that you're talking about?
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QUOTE(joonnyx @ Apr 30 2012, 11:32 AM)
Hi Guys,

I just placed a booking for a K5 and should be getting the car within the next 2 - 3 weeks. I was wondering how is the power like of the 2.0 in a body such as this. I managed to test the car during the roadshow in BU a month back. the accelaration from slow speed seems ok but i didnt really manage to go above 90 so was wondering after this speed, would the acceleration be still acceptable? My wife has a Forte 2.0 wit the single cvvt engine and on that car, its fast and responsive though engine sounds very unrefined, just not too sure how would it perform on the K5's body.

Any inputs will be appreciated.


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I think he meant circus as a roundabout...
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generally, u can't expect a 2.0 car without turbo to have a great acceleration. For me, the car is good enough as I have set my expectation to be within the normal D segment range. Btw, my car is pretty new clocking 400km only and many says it would be better after 1st service at 1000km.

Well, make it simpler if u have tested a similar 2.0 category of D segment:
- camry 2.0 is much less responsive
- about the same like accord 2.0, K5 plus point is you can play around with the paddle shift to make it much more responsive
- heavy footed during normal driving will cause a quick gear change to low and causing sudden high rev. Best play with paddle shift when overtaking to avoid this happening.
- don't ever compare with passat, a4, mondeo, 508 which all carrying a turbo. You are then comparing apple and durian. tongue.gif



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any1 change sport rims?
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more extreme question..has anyone repaint their k5 to their favourite color?
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QUOTE(ken7908 @ Apr 30 2012, 03:18 PM)
generally, u can't expect a 2.0 car without turbo to have a great acceleration. For me, the car is good enough as I have set my expectation to be within the normal D segment range. Btw, my car is pretty new clocking 400km only and many says it would be better after 1st service at 1000km. 

Well, make it simpler if u have tested a similar 2.0 category of D segment:
- camry 2.0 is much less responsive
- about the same like accord 2.0, K5 plus point is you can play around with the paddle shift to make it much more responsive
- heavy footed during normal driving will cause a quick gear change to low and causing sudden high rev. Best play with paddle shift when overtaking to avoid this happening.
- don't ever compare with passat, a4, mondeo, 508 which all carrying a turbo. You are then comparing apple and durian. tongue.gif
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Thanks for the input.

yeah it would seem responsive from my test drove the other day...just that I travel from Dmnsara to cyberjaya daily and would be happy if the car got a bit of ooompph when needed to overtake the fast lane hoggers...

i kinda prefer to let the six speeder handle shifts unless you wanna prep the rev up for something...hahah..

yeah...passat, 508 range..a bit too optimistic, but then again i believe in 'there is no replacement for displacement'... smile.gif


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But 1 thing which caught my attention before and it did again this time was the audio system. Despite all the correct settings, i didnt get the surround sound experience. Most of the sound seemed to be coming from the front speakers. A sound setting at 6 would be just nice for the front but rear passengers would probably hear it as a 3 or 4. I only got the surround sound feeling when i adjusted the fader and put +3 for the rear. Doesnt seem right at all. Are you guys experiencing the same?

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By the setting (fader at “0”), it’s standard for stereo set up (for songs) which the sound direction is from front but if you are really a movies kaki, surrounds is a must especially when you are really addicted with DTS and listening to the songs with stereo will felt something missing.

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QUOTE(irangan @ Apr 29 2012, 05:20 PM)
About the fuel tank, you sure about the fuel tank. The max I pump before is 68ltrs and that's also after driving for another 20km when the re fuel warning is on.
Very sure. Thats the first thing i tested.

But did u fill right to the brim or did u stop after the first click stop of the pump?

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For those who still 'ding dong' with optima, you can learn more what the package and features wise. K5 owner like me, sad that we miss some of the cool features but I think it still worth the money with we paid..

Here's the link Kia Optima, Features




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When will malaysia have UVO?
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Guys u should check out the American NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) website on the safety ratings for various cars.

http://www.safercar.gov/Vehicle+Shoppers/5...-Newer+Vehicles

Our Optima got a 5 Star rating on all aspects including frontal, side and rollover impact. Beat even the new BMW 5 Series & upcoming 2012 Toyota Camry which scored only 4 stars in frontal impact (rest 5 stars). Mazda 6 fared even worse in frontal impact with only 3 stars.

VW Jetta also didnt fare well with only 4 stars for frontal and rollover impact with an overall 4 star rating only. Passat 1.8TSI got 4 stars for rollover impact while 5 stars for the rest.

Also the Kia Sportage performed better than the BMW X3 & new Range Rover Evoque in the 2011 Euro NCAP results scoring higher ratings for adult, child and safety.

http://www.euroncap.com/results/kia/sportage/2010/414.aspx

Kia should market these safety ratings better.

Note:

For your info, the American NHTSA and Euro NCAP ratings are the best in the world but there are differences between these 2 so you cant really take 1 to be better than the other. For instance, the NHTSA frontal crash speed is 57kmph while the Euro NCAP is 64kmph. But side impact, NHTSA is 62kmph while Euro NCAP is only 50kmph. Other safety ratings from Japan and Australia are a step lower than these 2.

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May i ask have any Kia Optima K5 body kit or accessories available in Malaysia market now?
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Scratched my rims  grumble.gif
Can't be polish ..tried many times.. Sad..  cry.gif
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Rim only not so bad(go change the spare one la). Me first Week go langar the side bending at Jusco, scarching the btm and rim a bit. Then only i found out btm part is like spoiler, plastic, can change 1.

About the grip, this Nexen tire only good if the road is smooth. I test go up Genting and come down genting very enjoyable. If the road jumpy then the stearing also follow jump like can feel the road surface.

Maybe can make a Teh Tarik session at Genting Sampah Station, then all drive up genting lol.

Regard the Power, don't put so high expectation la.. wan fight 2.4 sure cannot lo. Malaysian K5 is not for pickup speed.
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Question: I'm not a speedster so pickup speed and power is not an issue to me. My only concern is the FC. If the ECO mode is switch on all the time (whether city or highway driving) would it make a difference in FC and would it cause any damage to the car?
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Question: I'm not a speedster so pickup speed and power is not an issue to me. My only concern is the FC. If the ECO mode is switch on all the time (whether city or highway driving) would it make a difference in FC and would it cause any damage to the car?
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My experience for ECO mode all the time , full tank, 80% city, 20% highway, I did it 650km


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Rim only not so bad(go change the spare one la). Me first Week go langar the side bending at Jusco, scarching the btm and rim a bit. Then only i found out btm  part is like spoiler, plastic, can change 1.

About the grip, this Nexen tire only good if the road is smooth. I test go up Genting and come down genting very enjoyable. If the road jumpy then the stearing also follow jump like can feel the road surface.

Maybe can make a Teh Tarik session at Genting Sampah Station, then all drive up genting lol.

Regard the Power, don't put so high expectation la.. wan fight 2.4 sure cannot lo. Malaysian K5 is not for pickup speed.
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Good idea, looking forward to it..... rclxms.gif

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QUOTE(DJSoo @ May 1 2012, 04:59 PM)
My experience for ECO mode all the time , full tank, 80% city, 20% highway, I did it 650km


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Good idea, looking forward to it..... rclxms.gif
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I seriously have no idea how you guys could clock 650km... Best i tried was 580km with ECO mode on during traffic jams only. However, FC really did improve with higher mileage. I dislike ECO mode, it makes the car lazy and draggy, so i turn it off all the time. yawn.gif

BTW, i need an answer pretty urgently, now that i've clocked 5250km and next service is 5000km. So does it mean i must send the car in for service now? or do they mean first 1000km + another 5000km = 6000km for the second service?

Things to do:
1) 5000km service
2) Complain bout the noisy sunroof
3) Complain bout the noisy leather seat
4) Complain bout the sharp edges on the steering wheel
5) Tear off all the plastic wrappers

Damages on the car thus far:
1) Paint chip at the edge of the boot lid. It looks like some heartless monster hit it with a brick. Lucky the lid is not dented. Now i'm looking for touch up paint to cover it before it rusts, can anyone recommend where to buy? I reckon PG color touch up is not available yet in our market, so after a week of intense study and random comparisons, i found that the closest matching color is the dark grey E90 BMW and the dark grey I-Vtec Honda City.
2) Paint chip at the edge of the front passenger door, somebody knocked the door on the curb or something. ohmy.gif

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QUOTE(JuneSeptember @ May 1 2012, 05:47 PM)
I seriously have no idea how you guys could clock 650km... Best i tried was 580km with ECO mode on during traffic jams only. However, FC really did improve with higher mileage. I dislike ECO mode, it makes the car lazy and draggy, so i turn it off all the time.  yawn.gif

BTW, i need an answer pretty urgently, now that i've clocked 5250km and next service is 5000km. So does it mean i must send the car in for service now? or do they mean first 1000km + another 5000km = 6000km for the second service?
Use manual Hybrid mode to get 650km whistling.gif Off engine whenever you stuck in Jam or Traffic light.
When you press start Don forget to press break. Happen to me once everything light up but wander why the car won't move in the middle of the road.

How come they ask me come for service after another 10,000 km ?
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QUOTE(bomohhantu @ May 1 2012, 07:02 PM)
Use manual Hybrid mode to get 650km whistling.gif  Off engine whenever you stuck in Jam or Traffic light.
When you press start Don forget to press break. Happen to me once everything light up but wander why the car won't move in the middle of the road.

How come they ask me come for service after another 10,000 km ?
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My Very first tank FC - 9.07L/100km. blush.gif

Btw how come some said 2nd service is at 5000km? I tot 1st service 1000km then next service will be another 10000km? Can someone clarity this?

Thanks CM98 for sharing, feel so good and satisfy knowing that our lovely K5 is so safe rclxms.gif Thanks Peter & Kia


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QUOTE(DJSoo @ May 1 2012, 04:59 PM)
My experience for ECO mode all the time , full tank, 80% city, 20% highway, I did it 650km


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Good idea, looking forward to it..... rclxms.gif
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Walao wonder how u did it, awesome FC rclxms.gif

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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ May 1 2012, 05:55 AM)
Very sure. Thats the first thing i tested.

But did u fill right to the brim or did u stop after the first click stop of the pump?
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I stopped at the first click. But shouldnt be that much difference right? 5 ltrs?

Your one got bigger tank?

QUOTE(jacksontksjj @ May 1 2012, 02:37 PM)
May i ask have any Kia Optima K5 body kit or accessories available in Malaysia market now?
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Body kit already available and it is sexy~! Posted by our fellow forummer previously.

QUOTE(zapirwin @ May 1 2012, 04:25 PM)
Question: I'm not a speedster so pickup speed and power is not an issue to me. My only concern is the FC. If the ECO mode is switch on all the time (whether city or highway driving) would it make a difference in FC and would it cause any damage to the car?
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ECO mode wont damage your car. Its just change the "timing" of your gearbox on when to switch gear and so on. According to my SA, they said that can save up to 10% but personally I never use as I prefer to drive fast.

QUOTE(JuneSeptember @ May 1 2012, 05:47 PM)
I seriously have no idea how you guys could clock 650km... Best i tried was 580km with ECO mode on during traffic jams only. However, FC really did improve with higher mileage. I dislike ECO mode, it makes the car lazy and draggy, so i turn it off all the time.  yawn.gif

BTW, i need an answer pretty urgently, now that i've clocked 5250km and next service is 5000km. So does it mean i must send the car in for service now? or do they mean first 1000km + another 5000km = 6000km for the second service?

Things to do:
1) 5000km service
2) Complain bout the noisy sunroof
3) Complain bout the noisy leather seat
4) Complain bout the sharp edges on the steering wheel
5) Tear off all the plastic wrappers

Damages on the car thus far:
1) Paint chip at the edge of the boot lid. It looks like some heartless monster hit it with a brick. Lucky the lid is not dented. Now i'm looking for touch up paint to cover it before it rusts, can anyone recommend where to buy? I reckon PG color touch up is not available yet in our market, so after a week of intense study and random comparisons, i found that the closest matching color is the dark grey E90 BMW and the dark grey I-Vtec Honda City.
2) Paint chip at the edge of the front passenger door, somebody knocked the door on the curb or something.  ohmy.gif
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What engine oil that you used during your first 1k service? If you are using Full Syn, your next service should at 10k km and not 5k km. Check with your SC.

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Hmm, march sales statistics shows optima K5 only increases 11% from February sales. I expect more than that figure since US already started their own production of K5.
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like ur genting sharing......
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QUOTE(irangan @ May 1 2012, 10:53 PM)
I stopped at the first click. But shouldnt be that much difference right? 5 ltrs?
Your one got bigger tank?
Next time fill till virtually full. The Optima fuel tank is different from other cars. It has got something like a 'long neck' so you can fill up quite a bit. Not sure how much. But push it to the absolute max then check your maximum range. After that u can go back to filling till the first click.
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QUOTE(bomohhantu @ May 1 2012, 03:39 PM)
About the grip, this Nexen tire only good if the road is smooth. I test go up Genting and come down genting very enjoyable. If the road jumpy then the stearing also follow jump like can feel the road surface.
The steering wheel jumping around is the issue i brought up before in the previous thread. I have researched this and its nothing to do with the Nexen tyres. The Optima has a 'problem' which is called as 'steering kickback'. Not a big issue but u just gotta hold on tighter when u go over bumps or rough roads especially at higher speeds. Not sure if Kia intends to correct this or when.


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QUOTE(JuneSeptember @ May 1 2012, 05:47 PM)
I seriously have no idea how you guys could clock 650km... Best i tried was 580km with ECO mode on during traffic jams only. However, FC really did improve with higher mileage. I dislike ECO mode, it makes the car lazy and draggy, so i turn it off all the time.  yawn.gif
First 200km was a highway drive at 140kmph without eco. Then the next 250 was city driving with eco. Then came another 200km highway drive without eco at 140-150kmph. Total mileage is 650km and ive still got 2 bars left on my fuel gauge. Will update final range when i fill up sometime this week. But yes the car consumes much more during city driving despite the eco mode.

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Anyone have the actual FC statistics on other D segment cars ie accord, camry, passat, teana etc for comparison. is K5 hitting the 650-700km considered good FC?

Average i am hitting 650km +/- no matter ECO is on or off. 30% city, 70% highway
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QUOTE(kenrain @ May 1 2012, 11:10 PM)
Hmm, march sales statistics shows optima K5 only increases 11% from February sales. I expect more than that figure since US already started their own production of K5.
I think ull get better sales in April as more and more people become aware of the Optima. The Optima is currently enjoying alot of attention on the roads. Everywhere i went past 3 days, ive been getting alot of looks especially at traffic light stops and restaurants.

The Sonata is still selling as Hyundai salesmen are marketing it as the luxury variant compared to the Optima. Plus they are spreading news that Kia's maintenance is very high compared to Hyundai. But soon enough, ppl will realise that the Optima's specs far outguns the Sonata for the same price. So we too have to do our part and spread the news. Ive actually prepared a spec list which i laminated and placed in my car to be shown to any of my new passengers. Most ppl i spoke with were shocked that the Optima had such good specs.

By the way, its good to see the big jump in sales for the Kia Sportage since they started CKD production. March sold 325 units. Highest month so far since 2010.

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http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2328141/+20

Potential Optima owner. Back up a bit la. biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ May 2 2012, 07:49 AM)
The steering wheel jumping around is the issue i brought up before in the previous thread. I have researched this and its nothing to do with the Nexen tyres. The Optima has a 'problem' which is called as 'steering kickback'. Not a big issue but u just gotta hold on tighter when u go over bumps or rough roads especially at higher speeds. Not sure if Kia intends to correct this or when.
I no expert in Car - Just wonder other type of CAR(with big tyre) have this problem ?

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K5 may attract attention on the road for now. Like all other new cars, it may not last long. What is more important is the value for money (both specs, FC, maintenance and 2nd hand value). Can K5 convince me on these? I really don't know yet. May be the Tai Koh here can share more on these aspects.

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QUOTE(irangan @ May 1 2012, 10:53 PM)
I stopped at the first click. But shouldnt be that much difference right? 5 ltrs?

Your one got bigger tank?
Body kit already available and it is sexy~! Posted by our fellow forummer previously.
ECO mode wont damage your car. Its just change the "timing" of your gearbox on when to switch gear and so on. According to my SA, they said that can save up to 10% but personally I never use as I prefer to drive fast.
What engine oil that you used during your first 1k service? If you are using Full Syn, your next service should at 10k km and not 5k km. Check with your SC.
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When i sent the car for first 1000km service, i asked for semi syn because i thought i'll need to send it in for 5000km maintenance. Nvm, guess i'll just ask for an oil change when i hit 6000km later.

In the last thread, someone mentioned that we actually need 4.0litres ++ of lubricant oil only, right? Can we ask for discount or something?

QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ May 2 2012, 07:49 AM)
The steering wheel jumping around is the issue i brought up before in the previous thread. I have researched this and its nothing to do with the Nexen tyres. The Optima has a 'problem' which is called as 'steering kickback'. Not a big issue but u just gotta hold on tighter when u go over bumps or rough roads especially at higher speeds. Not sure if Kia intends to correct this or when.


Added on May 2, 2012, 7:52 am

First 200km was a highway drive at 140kmph without eco. Then the next 250 was city driving with eco. Then came another 200km highway drive without eco at 140-150kmph. Total mileage is 650km and ive still got 2 bars left on my fuel gauge. Will update final range when i fill up sometime this week. But yes the car consumes much more during city driving despite the eco mode.
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Hehe, can't really control myself from hitting 160-180 on the highway... laugh.gif
I guess i deserve the low gas mileage. laugh.gif laugh.gif laugh.gif

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I think ull get better sales in April as more and more people become aware of the Optima. The Optima is currently enjoying alot of attention on the roads. Everywhere i went past 3 days, ive been getting alot of looks especially at traffic light stops and restaurants.

The Sonata is still selling as Hyundai salesmen are marketing it as the luxury variant compared to the Optima. Plus they are spreading news that Kia's maintenance is very high compared to Hyundai. But soon enough, ppl will realise that the Optima's specs far outguns the Sonata for the same price. So we too have to do our part and spread the news. Ive actually prepared a spec list which i laminated and placed in my car to be shown to any of my new passengers. Most ppl i spoke with were shocked that the Optima had such good specs.

By the way, its good to see the big jump in sales for the Kia Sportage since they started CKD production. March sold 325 units. Highest month so far since 2010.
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Hi K5 owners,

I'm thinking of upgrading to segment D car from my current ride, and contemplating between accord, teana, sonata and k5. I'm constantly on highway (long distance drive) so I will need something stable and comfortable.

Teana is really comfortable, but the trimming and beige interior not to my liking. Moreover my relative already own one, so gonna skip this. As for Honda, they insist only on 5k interval servicing, even with fully syn. This really turns me down; once a Honda, nvr a Honda again. This narrows down to Sonata and K5. With all the bells and whistles, these 2 clearly win my votes.

My next concern is maintenance. Had a couple of hiccups/bad experience with both SC; my wife drives a Hyundai, my mom has a Naza make. Both cars' spare parts are comparably expensive, but maybe because theirs are older gen. My mom serviced hers at Kia SC BBK Klang, and most of each visits sure diagnosed with a problem, then the techies 'gladly' insist on changing this and that. Less trouble from my wife's car since its a CBU.

I googled up their maintenance chart, only found optima (no idea if its the latest or older gen). Its definitely cheaper than accord. How's sonata compared to k5 in terms of maintenance? Anyone serviced theirs at BBK Klang and what are your experiences with them?
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QUOTE(I-Kurosaki @ May 2 2012, 02:25 PM)
Hi K5 owners,

I'm thinking of upgrading to segment D car from my current ride, and contemplating between accord, teana, sonata and k5. I'm constantly on highway (long distance drive) so I will need something stable and comfortable.

Teana is really comfortable, but the trimming and beige interior not to my liking. Moreover my relative already own one, so gonna skip this. As for Honda, they insist only on 5k interval servicing, even with fully syn. This really turns me down; once a Honda, nvr a Honda again. This narrows down to Sonata and K5. With all the bells and whistles, these 2 clearly win my votes.

My next concern is maintenance. Had a couple of hiccups/bad experience with both SC; my wife drives a Hyundai, my mom has a Naza make. Both cars' spare parts are comparably expensive, but maybe because theirs are older gen. My mom serviced hers at Kia SC BBK Klang, and most of each visits sure diagnosed with a problem, then the techies 'gladly' insist on changing this and that. Less trouble from my wife's car since its a CBU.

I googled up their maintenance chart, only found optima (no idea if its the latest or older gen). Its definitely cheaper than accord. How's sonata compared to k5 in terms of maintenance? Anyone serviced theirs at BBK Klang and what are your experiences with them?
If u have narrowed down between Sonata and Optima, it really shocks me that u are still uncertain of which to choose. shocking.gif

Did u look at the spec list? The Sonata is WAY BEHIND the Optima for the same price. Do u actually need to go into the nitty gritty of maintenance costs between 2 Koreans? Dont waste your time bro. Ive done all the research that needs to be done. After 9 test drives and 4 months of detailed analysis, the Optima came out top for me. What further justification do you need?
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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ May 2 2012, 07:45 AM)
Next time fill till virtually full. The Optima fuel tank is different from other cars. It has got something like a 'long neck' so you can fill up quite a bit. Not sure how much. But push it to the absolute max then check your maximum range. After that u can go back to filling till the first click.
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Will try on my next fuel pump. I never know that the tank have long neck. Hehe

QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ May 2 2012, 11:14 AM)
I think ull get better sales in April as more and more people become aware of the Optima. The Optima is currently enjoying alot of attention on the roads. Everywhere i went past 3 days, ive been getting alot of looks especially at traffic light stops and restaurants.

The Sonata is still selling as Hyundai salesmen are marketing it as the luxury variant compared to the Optima. Plus they are spreading news that Kia's maintenance is very high compared to Hyundai. But soon enough, ppl will realise that the Optima's specs far outguns the Sonata for the same price. So we too have to do our part and spread the news. Ive actually prepared a spec list which i laminated and placed in my car to be shown to any of my new passengers. Most ppl i spoke with were shocked that the Optima had such good specs.

By the way, its good to see the big jump in sales for the Kia Sportage since they started CKD production. March sold 325 units. Highest month so far since 2010.
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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ May 2 2012, 11:31 AM)
http://forum.lowyat.net/topic/2328141/+20

Potential Optima owner. Back up a bit la.  biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(zapirwin @ May 2 2012, 12:36 PM)
K5 may attract attention on the road for now. Like all other new cars, it may not last long. What is more important is the value for money (both specs, FC, maintenance and 2nd hand value). Can K5 convince me on these? I really don't know yet. May be the Tai Koh here can share more on these aspects.
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both specs - K5 spec wise is very very impressive considering the price that you paying. RM143k+ for all these goodies.

FC - Comparing to my friend's Accord and Camry, K5 is within the range that you expect from a Segment D 2.0cc car. Heavy and only 2.0cc. Cant expect to have same FC compare to lighter weight car.

maintenance and 2nd hand value - Korean car is getting more and more common in Malaysia. Spare part is more easily found now and with the 5 years unlimited mileage, you need to pay for those wear and tear stuff. About 2nd hand value, no deny that currently korean car have sucky resale value compare to other brand but I believed that will change as the "newer" gen korean car is better looking and as the demand increase, so do the resale value. Btw, why you need to worry about resale value unless you plan to drive for less than 3 years? smile.gif

QUOTE(JuneSeptember @ May 2 2012, 12:40 PM)
When i sent the car for first 1000km service, i asked for semi syn because i thought i'll need to send it in for 5000km maintenance. Nvm, guess i'll just ask for an oil change when i hit 6000km later.

In the last thread, someone mentioned that we actually need 4.0litres ++ of lubricant oil only, right? Can we ask for discount or something?
Hehe, can't really control myself from hitting 160-180 on the highway...  laugh.gif
I guess i deserve the low gas mileage.  laugh.gif  laugh.gif  laugh.gif
Boss, i really admire your love for your car and your perseverance in correcting the wrong perception. I think the general public is beginning to accept that Hyundai and KIA have improved a lot. Recently, I've heard some really positive comments from some hardcore fishing village Chinamen on Hyundai Sonata, in terms of quality, style, and comfort.
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QUOTE(I-Kurosaki @ May 2 2012, 02:25 PM)
Hi K5 owners,

I'm thinking of upgrading to segment D car from my current ride, and contemplating between accord, teana, sonata and k5. I'm constantly on highway (long distance drive) so I will need something stable and comfortable.

Teana is really comfortable, but the trimming and beige interior not to my liking. Moreover my relative already own one, so gonna skip this. As for Honda, they insist only on 5k interval servicing, even with fully syn. This really turns me down; once a Honda, nvr a Honda again. This narrows down to Sonata and K5. With all the bells and whistles, these 2 clearly win my votes.

My next concern is maintenance. Had a couple of hiccups/bad experience with both SC; my wife drives a Hyundai, my mom has a Naza make. Both cars' spare parts are comparably expensive, but maybe because theirs are older gen. My mom serviced hers at Kia SC BBK Klang, and most of each visits sure diagnosed with a problem, then the techies 'gladly' insist on changing this and that. Less trouble from my wife's car since its a CBU.

I googled up their maintenance chart, only found optima (no idea if its the latest or older gen). Its definitely cheaper than accord. How's sonata compared to k5 in terms of maintenance? Anyone serviced theirs at BBK Klang and what are your experiences with them?
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I believed that there is no big difference in term of maintenance for Sonata and K5 as they are from the same parent company. I service my car in Serdang despite working in Klang. I dont like using Petronas Oil. Haha.
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My next concern is maintenance. Had a couple of hiccups/bad experience with both SC; my wife drives a Hyundai, my mom has a Naza make. Both cars' spare parts are comparably expensive, but maybe because theirs are older gen. My mom serviced hers at Kia SC BBK Klang, and most of each visits sure diagnosed with a problem, then the techies 'gladly' insist on changing this and that. Less trouble from my wife's car since its a CBU.

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are you referring to JEN WEY MOTOR? I have been there couple times, and always deal with the malay chap there, its been a while hence forgot his name, but he speaks well in chinese thumbup.gif

He had always been very helpful and recommends on where to get certain parts cheaper.

I own an older version of Optima, love it, K5 is in my list but not now, due to my other financial commitment. I wouldnt think twice to go with Optima. Even my model I get 13km/L on hghways.

SInce I'm not bound by warranty, i service my car at a known trusted shop and buy my own parts from spare parts or from LYN sellers here. The parts price are way cheaper.

WHenever I have any typical Kia issue, I go to SC to diagnose, nowadays, I bring my car to Hyundai SC. Found a trustworthy guy in Sunway biggrin.gif
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QUOTE(I-Kurosaki @ May 2 2012, 02:25 PM)
Hi K5 owners,

I'm thinking of upgrading to segment D car from my current ride, and contemplating between accord, teana, sonata and k5. I'm constantly on highway (long distance drive) so I will need something stable and comfortable.

Teana is really comfortable, but the trimming and beige interior not to my liking. Moreover my relative already own one, so gonna skip this. As for Honda, they insist only on 5k interval servicing, even with fully syn. This really turns me down; once a Honda, nvr a Honda again. This narrows down to Sonata and K5. With all the bells and whistles, these 2 clearly win my votes.

My next concern is maintenance. Had a couple of hiccups/bad experience with both SC; my wife drives a Hyundai, my mom has a Naza make. Both cars' spare parts are comparably expensive, but maybe because theirs are older gen. My mom serviced hers at Kia SC BBK Klang, and most of each visits sure diagnosed with a problem, then the techies 'gladly' insist on changing this and that. Less trouble from my wife's car since its a CBU.

I googled up their maintenance chart, only found optima (no idea if its the latest or older gen). Its definitely cheaper than accord. How's sonata compared to k5 in terms of maintenance? Anyone serviced theirs at BBK Klang and what are your experiences with them?
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If it's the Sonata HS vs the Optima, I'd pick the Optima for sure. But more importantly, have you test driven both cars? You seem to emphasize more on the after sales rather than the sales aspect.

The Optima a whole lot more features compared to the Sonata but since you're family man, I'd like to highlight just a few key features that makes sense to those of us who ferry our loved ones:

1) 6 airbags vs 2 airbags in the Sonata
2) HID which makes it easier to spot objects on the road compared to Sonata's halogen
3) Power seats with memories which makes it so much easier to switch cars with your partner if body size is different

I have driven the Sonata for a short while and test drove the K5 even shorter but from what I can observe, the K5 rewards the driver better in terms of lesser noise intrusion, better cornering and better sound system compared to the Sonata.
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QUOTE(kenso77 @ May 3 2012, 07:23 AM)
If it's the Sonata HS vs the Optima, I'd pick the Optima for sure. But more importantly, have you test driven both cars? You seem to emphasize more on the after sales rather than the sales aspect.

The Optima a whole lot more features compared to the Sonata but since you're family man, I'd like to highlight just a few key features that makes sense to those of us who ferry our loved ones:

1) 6 airbags vs 2 airbags in the Sonata
2) HID which makes it easier to spot objects on the road compared to Sonata's halogen
3) Power seats with memories which makes it so much easier to switch cars with your partner if body size is different

I have driven the Sonata for a short while and test drove the K5 even shorter but from what I can observe, the K5 rewards the driver better in terms of lesser noise intrusion, better cornering and better sound system compared to the Sonata.
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Another point to add 'long range sun/moon roof ' that you hardly find in D segment, my 4 yr old son always look for the sun and moon whenever he step in the car.


Added on May 3, 2012, 9:38 am
QUOTE(irangan @ May 3 2012, 01:17 AM)
I believed that there is no big difference in term of maintenance for Sonata and K5 as they are from the same parent company. I service my car in Serdang despite working in Klang. I dont like using Petronas Oil. Haha.
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Bro irangan, what is the waiting time for the service in Serdang SC? I'm about to go for 1K service and I plan to go on weekday as the SA said Sat is super cloud..

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Another point to add 'long range sun/moon roof ' that you hardly find in D segment, my 4 yr old son always look for the sun and moon whenever he step in the car.
Hey! He not supposed to look at the sun la! shocking.gif
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Hey! He not supposed to look at the sun la!  shocking.gif
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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ May 2 2012, 07:49 AM)
First 200km was a highway drive at 140kmph without eco. Then the next 250 was city driving with eco. Then came another 200km highway drive without eco at 140-150kmph. Total mileage is 650km and ive still got 2 bars left on my fuel gauge. Will update final range when i fill up sometime this week. But yes the car consumes much more during city driving despite the eco mode.
Just an update. I have now reached 720km with my first full tank of Ron95 with about 50-50 mix driving. The warning light came on when distance to empty was 70km which i think is way too early. Then the distance went blank below 50km (i dont know why they set it this way). But according to earlier readings, i should be able to easily go another 30km before i run out of fuel. Will test it today.

I also rechecked my receipt earlier n found that i had filled in RM 143.79 or 75.6L of fuel in my first full tank to the brim.

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What about 100% highway drive?
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What about 100% highway drive?
So far i dont think anybody has driven 100% highway. We run out of highways before the tank is empty! rclxms.gif
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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ May 3 2012, 09:47 AM)
So far i dont think anybody has driven 100% highway. We run out of highways before the tank is empty!  rclxms.gif
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i think someone did actually...the one who travel outstation wan...think he clocked something like 800km


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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ May 3 2012, 09:44 AM)
Just an update. I have now reached 720km with my first full tank of Ron95 with about 50-50 mix driving. The warning light came on when distance to empty was 70km which i think is way too early. Then the distance went blank below 50km (i dont know why they set it this way). But according to earlier readings, i should be able to easily go another 30km before i run out of fuel. Will test it today.

I also rechecked my receipt earlier n found that i had filled in RM 143.79 or 75.6L of fuel in my first full tank to the brim.
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be careful with the last 50km, as i mentioned before, it is quite accurate..i did embarrassed myself when i tanked out and had to stall my car roadside, luckily nearby house...

i think regardless if the tank is long neck or not, the nozzle at the petrol station works on pressure switch...once the petrol level in the tank reaches the limit, the nozzle will auto trigger cut..unless, u pull your nozzle out a bit, and keep pumping in petrol...

and the 5liter or more probably is the reserve tank other than the actual 70liter tank, hence u get 70+ liter when u pump in, OR the calibration on the petrol kiosk OUT rclxub.gif

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i think someone did actually...the one who travel outstation wan...think he clocked something like 800km


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be careful with the last 50km, as i mentioned before, it is quite accurate..i did embarrassed myself when i tanked out and had to stall my car roadside, luckily nearby house...

i think regardless if the tank is long neck or not, the nozzle at the petrol station works on pressure switch...once the petrol level in the tank reaches the limit, the nozzle will auto trigger cut..unless, u pull your nozzle out a bit, and keep pumping in petrol...

and the 5liter or more probably is the reserve tank other than the actual 70liter tank, hence u get 70+ liter when u pump in, OR the calibration on the petrol kiosk OUT  rclxub.gif
Yes i dont intend to push it too far. Will fill up today. But are u sure there is a reserve tank?
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erm...not really a reserve tank, the 5ltr +- volume derived from the likes of petrol piping, the fuel filter, fuel filter tank, fuel pump tank and so forth

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hey all the K5 owner!

to those whom changed the nexen tyres, mind to share share the best offer you got for trade-in nexen and the tyre changed? I will do my tyre hunting tomorrow in Klang (am a Klang guy btw)....lets do some comparison.

i find it pretty noisy with mine at 240 pressure, especially after my ride yesterday in NKVE with heavy rain......not really good with wet condition too.

Arigato!
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hey all the K5 owner!

to those whom changed the nexen tyres, mind to share share the best offer you got for trade-in nexen and the tyre changed? I will do my tyre hunting tomorrow in Klang (am a Klang guy btw)....lets do some comparison.

i find it pretty noisy with mine at 240 pressure, especially after my ride yesterday in NKVE with heavy rain......not really good with wet condition too.

Arigato!
I used Michelin for the past 2 years and I find the noise acceptable right now with the Nexen. Dont forget that tyre noise also depends on the road surface. If its concrete road like many sections on NSE, u will get alot of tyre noise even with Michelin. I drove from Ipoh in heavy rain and the tyres were ok.

I think that spending about RM2,600 (after trade in) is a bit of a waste. These Nexen may not last long and you can change them in about 1 years time. Even when i went to Lim Tayar, the boss told me not to change. He says its a waste to change now as the Nexen is quite ok. Not the best for sure but still ok for stock tyres.

Besides, dont forget that the car comes with really good safety features which should deal with wet roads well enough despite the Nexen.


Added on May 3, 2012, 10:38 amGuys, i did the Sierra Glow last Monday at USJ for RM700. Took about 4 hours. So far so good. I was the 19th Optima to do it there and he had 2 other Optima's coming from Ipoh and Penang to do it this week. Any of you guys?

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QUOTE(K5WHITE @ May 3 2012, 09:49 AM)
i think someone did actually...the one who travel outstation wan...think he clocked something like 800km
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Hmmmm, so 800km is the target. Let's see if I can beat that next week when I go down to JayBee then Pontian before heading back to KL day trip. How many litres is a full tank?
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Hmmmm, so 800km is the target. Let's see if I can beat that next week when I go down to JayBee then Pontian before heading back to KL day trip. How many litres is a full tank?
Specs state 70L but i managed to fill 75.6L for my first full tank.
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QUOTE(ken7908 @ May 3 2012, 10:19 AM)
hey all the K5 owner!

to those whom changed the nexen tyres, mind to share share the best offer you got for trade-in nexen and the tyre changed? I will do my tyre hunting tomorrow in Klang (am a Klang guy btw)....lets do some comparison.

i find it pretty noisy with mine at 240 pressure, especially after my ride yesterday in NKVE with heavy rain......not really good with wet condition too.

Arigato!
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manage to get trade in rm200/pc and 750 for new goodyear asy 2..so need to add in RM2200. From Apex tyre sunway

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QUOTE(feng yun @ May 1 2012, 09:23 PM)
My Very first tank FC - 9.07L/100km.  blush.gif

Btw how come some said 2nd service is at 5000km? I tot 1st service 1000km then next service will be another 10000km? Can someone clarity this?

Thanks CM98 for sharing, feel so good and satisfy knowing that our lovely K5 is so safe  rclxms.gif  Thanks Peter & Kia


Added on May 1, 2012, 9:25 pm

Walao wonder how u did it, awesome FC  rclxms.gif
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If u can get 9.07L/100KM means u also can have this mileage bro.

And mine also SC was telling me and set my display screen on after 10,000km only need to be service it. nod.gif
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Added on May 3, 2012, 10:38 amGuys, i did the Sierra Glow last Monday at USJ for RM700. Took about 4 hours. So far so good. I was the 19th Optima to do it there and he had 2 other Optima's coming from Ipoh and Penang to do it this week. Any of you guys?
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Yup. I am goin over next week. Hope it turns out great. Been postponing my appt for way tooo long smile.gif)

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Hi, may I know the servicing interval for the Optima is every 3 months or every 10,000km? I seldom drive so in 1 year also never reach 10,000km. I have bad experience with Honda. They require servicing every 3 months even though I hardly drove the car. Not worth it.
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QUOTE(K5WHITE @ May 3 2012, 11:13 AM)
manage to get trade in rm200/pc and 750 for new dunlop asy 2..so need to add in RM2200. From Apex tyre sunway
Dunlop or Goodyear?
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Hi, may I know the servicing interval for the Optima is every 3 months or every 10,000km? I seldom drive so in 1 year also never reach 10,000km. I have bad experience with Honda. They require servicing every 3 months even though I hardly drove the car. Not worth it.
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QUOTE(Andy72 @ May 3 2012, 01:16 PM)
Hi, may I know the servicing interval for the Optima is every 3 months or every 10,000km? I seldom drive so in 1 year also never reach 10,000km. I have bad experience with Honda. They require servicing every 3 months even though I hardly drove the car. Not worth it.
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3 months and 10,000km which ever come first..
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QUOTE(jimz97 @ May 3 2012, 09:33 AM)
Another point to add 'long range sun/moon roof ' that you hardly find in D segment, my 4 yr old son always look for the sun and moon whenever he step in the car.


Added on May 3, 2012, 9:38 am

Bro irangan, what is the waiting time for the service in Serdang SC? I'm about to go for 1K service and I plan to go on weekday as the SA said Sat is super cloud..
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Their service is very fast and efficient IMO. But I send my car on Weekdays. So might not be accurate. But their manager; Simon is very friendly and helpful. Besides that, they are using SHELL Motor Oil. So another plus point for me.

QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ May 3 2012, 09:44 AM)
Just an update. I have now reached 720km with my first full tank of Ron95 with about 50-50 mix driving. The warning light came on when distance to empty was 70km which i think is way too early. Then the distance went blank below 50km (i dont know why they set it this way). But according to earlier readings, i should be able to easily go another 30km before i run out of fuel. Will test it today.

I also rechecked my receipt earlier n found that i had filled in RM 143.79 or 75.6L of fuel in my first full tank to the brim.
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Respect~! 720km! The best that I can drive is 650km sad.gif

QUOTE(ken7908 @ May 3 2012, 10:19 AM)
hey all the K5 owner!

to those whom changed the nexen tyres, mind to share share the best offer you got for trade-in nexen and the tyre changed? I will do my tyre hunting tomorrow in Klang (am a Klang guy btw)....lets do some comparison.

i find it pretty noisy with mine at 240 pressure, especially after my ride yesterday in NKVE with heavy rain......not really good with wet condition too.

Arigato!
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I changed my tyre to Michelin PS3. Trade in RM200 each for our Nexen. Paid RM825 for the Michelin.

Jalan Ipoh.

QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ May 3 2012, 10:33 AM)
I used Michelin for the past 2 years and I find the noise acceptable right now with the Nexen. Dont forget that tyre noise also depends on the road surface. If its concrete road like many sections on NSE, u will get alot of tyre noise even with Michelin. I drove from Ipoh in heavy rain and the tyres were ok.

I think that spending about RM2,600 (after trade in) is a bit of a waste. These Nexen may not last long and you can change them in about 1 years time. Even when i went to Lim Tayar, the boss told me not to change. He says its a waste to change now as the Nexen is quite ok. Not the best for sure but still ok for stock tyres.

Besides, dont forget that the car comes with really good safety features which should deal with wet roads well enough despite the Nexen.


Added on May 3, 2012, 10:38 amGuys, i did the Sierra Glow last Monday at USJ for RM700. Took about 4 hours. So far so good. I was the 19th Optima to do it there and he had 2 other Optima's coming from Ipoh and Penang to do it this week. Any of you guys?
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Good choice on Sierra Glow. Worth it!

QUOTE(Andy72 @ May 3 2012, 01:16 PM)
Hi, may I know the servicing interval for the Optima is every 3 months or every 10,000km? I seldom drive so in 1 year also never reach 10,000km. I have bad experience with Honda. They require servicing every 3 months even though I hardly drove the car. Not worth it.
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10km or 3mths.

Sometime it is not a matter of worth or not. But you need to understand that Motor Oil have their lifespan to function properly. Though you can change your oil like 1 year once but it might damage your engine as the motor oil already lost the 'smoothness'.


Added on May 3, 2012, 8:28 pmGuys, can I bring my own motor oil to SC during services? Want to use the brand that I want rather than using whatever they are carrying. Will it void the warranty?

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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ May 3 2012, 09:44 AM)
Just an update. I have now reached 720km with my first full tank of Ron95 with about 50-50 mix driving. The warning light came on when distance to empty was 70km which i think is way too early. Then the distance went blank below 50km (i dont know why they set it this way). But according to earlier readings, i should be able to easily go another 30km before i run out of fuel. Will test it today.

I also rechecked my receipt earlier n found that i had filled in RM 143.79 or 75.6L of fuel in my first full tank to the brim.
More shocking news. I filled up at a difference station just now. I managed to pump in RM 150.01 or 78.95L. The first click of the pump was at 64L and i managed to pump in about 15L after that.

Also noticed that after the fuel warning symbol came up at 70km to empty (2 bars of fuel), the final petrol bar started to blink at approx 10-15L balance. So the red fuel symbol is just the first warning. When the final bar starts to blink thats when u gotta really look for a petrol station.

My final mileage before i filled was 735km with about 400km on the highway at 140-150kmph without eco mode. Balance 335km was in city driving with eco mode.

Its common knowledge that fuel consumption in new cars will improve over time. If im already getting 735km in 55/45 highway/city, i can only hope that this improves. But the fuel tank capacity is actually quite surprising. Can someone try and push their car to the limit and then fill up to the brim and see if the readings are the same?
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do we need to sign the car loan after the bank officer has done all the application process n confirmed to me the loan interest, but the car is stil way so long to get it yet?
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do we need to sign the car loan after the bank officer has done all the application process n confirmed to me the loan interest, but the car is stil way so long to get it yet?
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Thanks in advance for sharing...soon or later will grab this beau ,hoho...
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Hi all k5 owners,what the best offer/discount n interest loan rate u got for this beau?
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Whats the delivery time now for the Optima? As for me the total duration from the time i placed the booking (silver) till the time i collected was exactly 15 days. The extra time was in registering a KL plate from Ipoh. If not, i would have collected the car after 12 days only.
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Whats the delivery time now for the Optima? As for me the total duration from the time i placed the booking (silver) till the time i collected was exactly 15 days. The extra time was in registering a KL plate from Ipoh. If not, i would have collected the car after 12 days only.
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I'm still waiting for mine, placed an order for the white from beginning of March till now still no car
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I'm still waiting for mine, placed an order for the white from beginning of March till now still no car
Thats why its important to choose the right dealer who is able to deliver fast. Its all about connections.
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Thats why its important to choose the right dealer who is able to deliver fast. Its all about connections.
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simple mod only lar...

http://www.optimaforums.com/forum/5-optima...noise-30-a.html

place order dy, waiting for receipt


Added on April 26, 2012, 10:10 am

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QUOTE(irangan @ May 3 2012, 06:33 PM)
10km or 3mths
3 mths so early for fully syn... if mineral ok...
QUOTE(irangan @ May 3 2012, 06:33 PM)
Guys, can I bring my own motor oil to SC during services?
cannot...
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the item reached me today lioaw...going to install it tonite and going for long journey
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the item reached me today lioaw...going to install it tonite and going for long journey
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the item reached me today lioaw...going to install it tonite and going for long journey
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you ordered from jayongmall.net or you got it somewhere else?

Where can I buy the "K" logo in Malaysia? for the front, back and also steering.

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Anyone tested top speed yet?
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Fellow forummer went up to 200km. As for me, 185km. Scare over rev my engine.

QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ May 4 2012, 11:06 AM)
Whats the delivery time now for the Optima? As for me the total duration from the time i placed the booking (silver) till the time i collected was exactly 15 days. The extra time was in registering a KL plate from Ipoh. If not, i would have collected the car after 12 days only.
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10 days for me. PG color. I think other color such as Silver and White will take much much longer. "HOT" color.

QUOTE(LYL2009 @ May 4 2012, 11:19 AM)
I'm still waiting for mine, placed an order for the white from beginning of March till now still no car
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Why not cancel the order with your branch and go for other branch? Lost abit deposit. Rather than waiting.

QUOTE(K5WHITE @ May 4 2012, 02:12 PM)
the item reached me today lioaw...going to install it tonite and going for long journey
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Fast fast install and tell us the result.

QUOTE(epo @ May 4 2012, 03:15 PM)
3 mths so early for fully syn... if mineral ok...

cannot...
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Made a mistake. I checked again. it is 6mths for FS. Sorry.

SIGH. Cant use my own oil.

QUOTE(bUGG @ May 4 2012, 09:24 PM)
you ordered from jayongmall.net or you got it somewhere else?

Where can I buy the "K" logo in Malaysia? for the front, back and also steering.
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I got my one from Shark Racing.
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Added on May 5, 2012, 12:47 amDear all , look at my front page.. If who K5 owners I leave behind , sorry first .. Pls give me the name I add u in ... notworthy.gif

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Hi,

Anyone is interested in getting new Optima K5, you are most welcomed to PM me for best DEAL!

New stocks are coming in soon, including LIGHT GRAPPHITE!

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Added on May 5, 2012, 1:38 pm
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Hi all k5 owners,what the best offer/discount n interest loan rate u got for this beau?
Thanks in advance for sharing...soon or later will grab this beau ,hoho...
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Hi, please check your PM on my great offer. Thank you

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list updated .. for more info ..
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pls provide me your K5 color .. thanks.

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Guys, i took another trip on the NSE. This time i pushed the car to 200kmph and i must say it was really good going into corners. Really good handling. Very stable and confident. But the steering is a bit too wobbly. Not sure if its due to the hydraulics. Kia should have put in speed sensative steering instead.

Fuel consumption was still good. My first bar disappeared only after i reached KL at approx the 230km mark. But 1 other thing that bothers me is the wind noise. Its quite loud after 140kmph and it seems to be coming from the front windscreen. I dont think its the sunroof or the door seals. Anybody else experienced this?

PLus my wipers are a bit noisy. Tried cleaning the blades but no difference.

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QUOTE(DJSoo @ May 5 2012, 02:52 PM)
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pls provide me your K5 color .. thanks.

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Mine is a PG color, arigato
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kool,,,, i am looking at the new LG colour,,,, anyone seen the real colour on the car?
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Guys, i have finally collected my Silver K5 today in Ipoh. Filled up fuel to the max of 75L (RM142). I dont know why the book states max is 70L only. Anyway i drove back to KL after that. Fuel consumption was excellent on the highway despite driving at 140kmph. The 1st bar only dropped after reaching KL at the 245km mark. But 2nd bar dropped at 270km mark but that was in spirited town driving. I had 4 passengers in the car all through.

Besides that, all else was ok. I test drove the car 9 times before buying so nothing much new. Except the mood lights are practically non existent and the button lights are very mild. Should have been white instead of red. The Nexen car tyres are not too bad. Not as noisy as i figured it would be. The tyre pressure was set at 190 for all 4 so i pumped up to 240 as specified. I think i am not gonna change the tyres. Will use it till its worn and then change to Michelin / Goodyear then. I dont see it being worthwhile spending another RM2,500 to change tyres. If the Nexen was really bad then it would have been important to change immediately but now i dont think so.

But i noticed that the rain sensor isnt that sensative. Only activates when amount of water on windscreen reaches a 'disturbing' level and doesnt do a final wipe after the rain has stopped completely despite having some water on the windscreen. Totally different from the Peugeot system which activates the moment a few drops are present.

Based on the power i experienced, i think the car will not find it easy going up Genting especially with passengers. The car is quite heavy and the 2.0L engine is not really suited for this body. A Turbo or a 2.4L will be ideal.

But 1 thing which caught my attention before and it did again this time was the audio system. Despite all the correct settings, i didnt get the surround sound experience. Most of the sound seemed to be coming from the front speakers. A sound setting at 6 would be just nice for the front but rear passengers would probably hear it as a 3 or 4. I only got the surround sound feeling when i adjusted the fader and put +3 for the rear. Doesnt seem right at all. Are you guys experiencing the same?

Parking was a real experience especially at shopping malls. Also trying to selit the car into tight roadside parking is virtually impossible due to the length of the car. I really need to install the front sensors. The high bonnet and long front overhang is really a bother when negotiating tight spots. But i must say the rear camera and parking sensor is quite accurate. But my advice would be to never depend on it 100%. Still use the traditional method of checking your side mirrors and doing the occasional turn back to confirm. Getting a dent or a scratch is really not worth it.

But overall, the car is great. Has alot of confidence and ride handling is good. Ive been getting many stares at traffic light stops and makan shops. The last time i had this experience was in 2003 with my Vios when it was first launched. Great feeling i must say.
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Hai all... I'm waiting for SWP... Been reading this thread for info, then booked it witout test drive... Hehehehe...hope can join u all in TT... Still considering to wear my old plate or get new one. My DAX303 of WW?303... 303 in KL cost 3k above lorrr... drool.gif cool2.gif

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QUOTE(Buydirect @ May 5 2012, 01:03 PM)
Hi,

Anyone is interested in getting new Optima K5, you are most welcomed to PM me for best DEAL!

New stocks are coming in soon, including LIGHT GRAPPHITE!

Rgds,
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Added on May 5, 2012, 1:38 pm
Hi, please check your PM on my great offer. Thank you

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My one is PG Color. WWN

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Why Naza is so stupid.... My father got one Sorento 2.4...

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BRO, is the colour in the photo close to what it looks like,,,,, the old pG looks much better from the picture

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today 1 white k5 WWF 92** spotted @ selayang mall area..anyone here? smile.gif

does sierra glow really that good?
need regular maintainance or not?
currently i'm under shine2 package..already paid RM800 for 2 years membership with 5 times free 4 layer coating coupon..and i'm washing+waxing my car RM30 per week..so
Its difficult for me to believe in sierra glow because i still think that a car need regular wash and waxing
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QUOTE(sutunjambul @ May 6 2012, 11:43 PM)
today 1 white k5 WWF 92** spotted @ selayang mall area..anyone here? smile.gif

does sierra glow really that good?
need regular maintainance or not?
currently i'm under shine2 package..already paid RM800 for 2 years membership with 5 times free 4 layer coating coupon..and i'm washing+waxing my car RM30 per week..so
Its difficult for me to believe in sierra glow because i still think that a car need regular wash and waxing
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Inside the car park ? I saw 1 K5 too can't recall the number plate, but I m there for hair cut also tongue.gif


Added on May 7, 2012, 12:56 amSierra glow only got 1 outlet right? USJ is so far for me in case I need to claim any warranty between 5 years sad.gif


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DJ Soo, so your are the admin eh?
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today 1 white k5 WWF 92** spotted @ selayang mall area..anyone here? smile.gif

does sierra glow really that good?
need regular maintainance or not?
currently i'm under shine2 package..already paid RM800 for 2 years membership with 5 times free 4 layer coating coupon..and i'm washing+waxing my car RM30 per week..so
Its difficult for me to believe in sierra glow because i still think that a car need regular wash and waxing
Using Sierra Glow doesnt mean no need to wash la. U still wash like normal only that u dont need to polish or wax. But with Sierra Glow, the dirt doesnt stick so u dont really need any shampoo. Just water and a cloth is good enough. I tried washing my own car last weekend and it was really easy. On stubborn dirt, use the clay bar. Works wonders.


Added on May 7, 2012, 9:01 amGuys, does the Optima come with an engine immobiliser or is it just a locking mechanism? Also what kind of sensors are available for the alarm system? Tilt sensor, window, door, ignition? I didnt see anything specified anywhere in the manual.

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Any audio warning if the footbrake not released?
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Yuppie, that is confirmed it does come with buzzer if not released
The buzzer only sounds when you apply full brake and try to drive without disengaging. If u apply 'half' brake and try to drive, it doesnt sound. It happened to me.
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Guys, another piece of info (if u dont already know). The Optima comes with a automatic steering locking mechanism which only activates when u off the engine and open the driver's door. If u off the engine but keep the door closed, it doesnt activate. Another point to add on the list of features on the first page.

Today i tested the auto wipers. It seems that when u lower the stick 1 notch into intermittent, the auto wipers are engaged no matter how u turn the dial to increase/decrease intermittent speed. Quite different from other auto wipers ive tested. Has anybody experienced this? Also, is there a way to off the HID cleaner? I find it irritating for both cleaners to activate at the same time when i only wanna clean the windscreen. Besides that the wipers still has that irritating squeek at the drivers side of the windscreen.

Also, my instant fuel consumption jammed for a few hours the other day despite me restarting the engine twice and changing my driving styles. Only after the 3rd try did it function. Got me worried a bit.
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QUOTE(sidhu13 @ May 3 2012, 12:01 PM)
Yup. I am goin over next week. Hope it turns out great. Been postponing my appt for way tooo long smile.gif)
Bro, if i remember correctly u did you service at Kia Jalan Lahat right? Was it good? Any complaints? Who was the person in charge? Somasunderam? My car has now reached 1400km. Long overdue for its first service.
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QUOTE(masz94 @ May 6 2012, 06:17 PM)
Still no black Colour ?

Why Naza is so stupid.... My father got one Sorento 2.4...

Now he interested in getting Optima for long distance trip.....  But no black colour is a turnoff for him.... sad.gif
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but i think naza has the reason for not bringing other colour...more stock inventory to keep, or demand for other colours is higher at other countries perhaps?


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Guys, another piece of info (if u dont already know). The Optima comes with a automatic steering locking mechanism which only activates when u off the engine and open the driver's door. If u off the engine but keep the door closed, it doesnt activate. Another point to add on the list of features on the first page.

Today i tested the auto wipers. It seems that when u lower the stick 1 notch into intermittent, the auto wipers are engaged no matter how u turn the dial to increase/decrease intermittent speed. Quite different from other auto wipers ive tested. Has anybody experienced this? Also, is there a way to off the HID cleaner? I find it irritating for both cleaners to activate at the same time when i only wanna clean the windscreen. Besides that the wipers still has that irritating squeek at the drivers side of the windscreen.

Also, my instant fuel consumption jammed for a few hours the other day despite me restarting the engine twice and changing my driving styles. Only after the 3rd try did it function. Got me worried a bit.
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i read somemore that the HID cleaner will only works, if u turn on the bi-xenon during u press the cleaner toggle, but i havent try it yet

the instant fuel consumption can be reset, same like how u reset the trip mileage...at the instant fuel consumption display, press the 'trip' button long, and the figure will reset

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Bro, if i remember correctly u did you service at Kia Jalan Lahat right? Was it good? Any complaints? Who was the person in charge? Somasunderam? My car has now reached 1400km. Long overdue for its first service.
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Yup man. Serviced at jalan lahat. Soma is the service manager. They charged me for 4 liters of engine oil, as they only needed that ammount. In the module its written that u need 4.1 litters. I guess thats why they charge for 5 liters..
Waiting time is less then half an hour when i went. I suggest making an appointment. I recommend u get the technician raj to service ur car, he seems to be the best there bro..
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Yup man. Serviced at jalan lahat. Soma is the service manager. They charged me for 4 liters of engine oil, as they only needed that ammount. In the module its written that u need 4.1 litters. I guess thats why they charge for 5 liters..
Waiting time is less then half an hour when i went. I suggest making an appointment. I recommend u get the technician raj to service ur car, he seems to be the best there bro..
What else do they do during the first service? Any washing or interior cleaning? Im familiar with the Branch Manager, Joe. Chinese guy. Quite friendly.
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i read somemore that the HID cleaner will only works, if u turn on the bi-xenon during u press the cleaner toggle, but i havent try it yet

the instant fuel consumption can be reset, same like how u reset the trip mileage...at the instant fuel consumption display, press the 'trip' button long, and the figure will reset
In my case, the HID was off and yet both the windscreen cleaner and headlight cleaner activated at the same time. Messed up my front bonnet. vmad.gif

The problem with the instant fuel consumption is not about resetting. In my case, it was constant at max consumption despite me changing driving styles and restarting the engine twice. I also drove fast and slow in an attempt to solve the problem. The average consumption was working fine.
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What else do they do during the first service? Any washing or interior cleaning? Im familiar with the Branch Manager, Joe. Chinese guy. Quite friendly.
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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ May 7 2012, 10:43 AM)
In my case, the HID was off and yet both the windscreen cleaner and headlight cleaner activated at the same time. Messed up my front bonnet.  vmad.gif

The problem with the instant fuel consumption is not about resetting. In my case, it was constant at max consumption despite me changing driving styles and restarting the engine twice. I also drove fast and slow in an attempt to solve the problem. The average consumption was working fine.
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So far i haven't encountered such problem. However, it happened to me twice that the speedo meter light turned full brightness by itself while i was driving on the highway. My HID was turned on and i didn't do anything. It worried me for a while but never reoccur since then.

DJSoo, pls add me into your list as well, PG WWJ, thanks.


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How much is Siera Glow?
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How much is Siera Glow?
RM700 and can pay with credit card with no charge
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Can someone help me to link any topic discussion about Kia Optima K5 VS Hyundai Sonata? Wanted to get a sonata until this K5 came out. But i m still quite interested in Sonata. But the ratio seems to be siding Optima k5. Anyone has a link to this topic? dont want to make new topics.
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RM700 and can pay with credit card with no charge
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http://youtu.be/hW0g_ncExrc
kia optima k5 accident

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http://youtu.be/hW0g_ncExrc
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Bro, scary man ....hope this will not happen in Malaysia
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what happeneD?
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Dunlop or Goodyear?
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Added on May 7, 2012, 4:23 pm
QUOTE(K5WHITE @ May 4 2012, 02:12 PM)
the item reached me today lioaw...going to install it tonite and going for long journey
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as some of u guys know, i install this car door rubber sealing strip (~USD 32) after orderding from jayong mall thru internet
http://www.jayongmall.net/product.php?id_product=1530

received the item last friday, and went straight that nite to singapore and came back last nite...

driving to singapore at speed ard 140~160km/hr as traffic has been really kind that time....installed one strip at the driver side driving there, then while at machap rest house, switch driver and i sat on the passenger side...felt there is significant difference at mid level door side compare to the driver side which already installed with the rubber strip...and at both side, can hear the wind noise at top front sidewindow when car go above 140km/hr (to confirm with CM98 issue)

in short, those wanna invest rm100 to get less noise when driving highway at above 140kmhr, then this is a good buy, as i think at below 120km/hr, the car NVH is good enough and u dont need the rubber strip

i ordered the 3.0 K Logo 3D as well from this same supplier...

they gave me free choco biscuit in the box together with the rubber strip thumbup.gif

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QUOTE(kweeheng @ May 7 2012, 02:56 PM)
Can someone help me to link any topic discussion about Kia Optima K5 VS Hyundai Sonata? Wanted to get a sonata until this K5 came out. But i m still quite interested in Sonata. But the ratio seems to be siding Optima k5. Anyone has a link to this topic? dont want to make new topics.
So u dont mind paying the same price for a car with only half the specs as the Optima? No brainer actually. U are beyond help if ure still considering the Sonata unless ure going for 2.4L. rclxub.gif
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I kinda like sonata looks but yes, K5's specs are godly. Dont have to call everyone who prefers a sonata over a k5 a no brainer geh... Still deciding thats why i asked.

You have to take "Design" into consideration too because you CANT call people stupid for choosing a car for its design. Lets all keep this forum intellectual and constructive la.

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zzz..i'm considering to do sierra glow but i still got 3 coupon of 4 layer treatment from shine shine..if i apply sierra glow, surely i cant use those product..it may affect the sierra glow coating rite?
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nice...... just 2 strip required for the entire car?

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QUOTE(kweeheng @ May 7 2012, 05:24 PM)
I kinda like sonata looks but yes, K5's specs are godly. Dont have to call everyone who prefers a sonata over a k5 a no brainer geh... Still deciding thats why i asked.

You have to take "Design" into consideration too because you CANT call people stupid for choosing a car for its design. Lets all keep this forum intellectual and constructive la.
Bro, u need to check your understanding of the English language first. No brains is different from no brainer. No brains means stupid while a no brainer means an obvious thing which doesnt require much analysis. Nobody called u stupid.
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[quote=vpam5221,May 7 2012, 05:32 PM]
nice...... just 2 strip required for the entire car?
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not really lar...the one i bought is a side of the door strip for 2 door...there oso have a product which goes the entire door for 4 sides..but costs rm400..see the link below..u can try and let us know the result tongue.gif

http://www.jayongmall.net/product.php?id_product=2380
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Happens to other manufacturers as well. My friend's 09 Civic did something similar and he almost crashed into a bus stop. Luckily he switched to N fast enough before shit happens. Got honda to tow it back to their workshop and was told it's something to do with ECU cable came loose doh.gif Doesnt sound logical but they usually wont tell you the whole truth
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Everyone is entitle to their opinion. Lets not have another fiasco here. Kweeheng, here is the link u r looking for.
http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=2304512&hl=

I have decided to head for the K instead of the H. biggrin.gif

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Everyone is entitle to their opinion. Lets not have another fiasco here. Kweeheng, here is the link u r looking for.
http://forum.lowyat.net/index.php?showtopic=2304512&hl=

I have decided to head for the K instead of the H. biggrin.gif
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Collected WWL 9953 today .... tomorrow will be an interesting day
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Bro, will u feel harder or solid when u close your door after installed the rubber? Or any slightly different? Thanks .

Nice!!

And.. Question, when I wanna log in and buy from jayongmall. Since like it said my email address is inccorrect. Why ? Need us or uk email add. is it? Or how? Tks.


Added on May 7, 2012, 8:18 pm[quote=JuneSeptember,May 7 2012, 02:17 PM]
So far i haven't encountered such problem. However, it happened to me twice that the speedo meter light turned full brightness by itself while i was driving on the highway. My HID was turned on and i didn't do anything. It worried me for a while but never reoccur since then.

DJSoo, pls add me into your list as well, PG WWJ, thanks.
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Ok , noted.

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QUOTE(K5WHITE @ May 7 2012, 05:57 PM)
not really lar...the one i bought is a side of the door strip for 2 door...there oso have a product which goes the entire door for 4 sides..but costs rm400..see the link below..u can try and let us know the result tongue.gif

http://www.jayongmall.net/product.php?id_product=2380
I also ordered mine, the strip and also a set of 7 "K" logo. I choose the free international shipping. How long did yours arrived.

QUOTE(DJSoo @ May 7 2012, 08:17 PM)
And.. Question, when I wanna log in and buy from jayongmall. Since like it said my email address is inccorrect. Why ? Need us or uk email add. is it? Or how? Tks.

Ok , noted.
buy it from ebay. http://stores.ebay.com/jayongmall?_trksid=p4340.l2563

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I also ordered mine, the strip and also a set of 7 "K" logo. I choose the free international shipping. How long did yours arrived.
but it from ebay. http://stores.ebay.com/jayongmall?_trksid=p4340.l2563
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Abt 7 working days la.

The strip need to be knocked into place using mallet or if u dont have, use hammer. but careful not to hit the painted parts instead of the strip. if the rubber is not entirely inserted / knocked , then u might have funny sound or hard to close. or worse, spoil the strip. if properly inserted, u will get slightly more solid closing sound.

No problem with me using yahoo.com email. no restriction on account. just local side custom clearance the concern
but rubber strip n k logo shud b ok.


Added on May 7, 2012, 9:29 pmAnd the tracking system on the shipment n delivery can be used n trusted. it is provided by jayong

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Collected WWL 9953 today .... tomorrow will be an interesting day
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Bro, how come WWL? I tot this number should be long time out already?


Added on May 7, 2012, 9:37 pmBtw, did my first service today at red cube pj @ 12xxkm. Next service at 10000km.
Second tank FC - 10.13L/100km, because always kene super heavy traffic jam sad.gif



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Bro, how come WWL? I tot this number should be long time out already?
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went to sin-ka-poo last weekend, saw 2 K5 there, and both oso black colour...ganas looking with body kit and lowered spring somemore !! ohmy.gif

but i think naza has the reason for not bringing other colour...more stock inventory to keep, or demand for other colours is higher at other countries perhaps? 
Sadding..... Black is a very sexy colour..... sad.gif
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Err, technically it's not my car. Just on loan for a week  sweat.gif
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list updated .. for more info ..
Irangan
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pls provide me your K5 color .. thanks.

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Where can loan ah ..?? tongue.gif
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Feel free to comment here:

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Yeah wor .... I won the contest so get to keep the car for a week  wink.gif
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cooooool rclxms.gif gratz
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Abt 7 working days la.

The strip need to be knocked into place using mallet or if u dont have, use hammer. but careful not to hit the painted parts instead of the strip. if the rubber is not entirely inserted / knocked , then u might have funny sound or hard to close. or worse, spoil the strip. if properly inserted, u will get slightly more solid closing sound.

No problem with me using yahoo.com email. no restriction on account. just local side custom clearance the concern
but rubber strip n k logo shud b ok.


Added on May 7, 2012, 9:29 pmAnd the tracking system on the shipment n delivery can be used n trusted. it is provided by jayong
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Added on May 8, 2012, 11:05 amHi, I,m new here. Just register into this forum. Actually I get my K5 quite sometimes in Feb this year.

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a week's drive and 2k worth of petrol and toll?
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CM98, you gave your suggestion, is up to them to find out and decide. Seriously, is not easy to persuade espeacially with bad track record for the past few years before kia forte. In fact, I tried to persuade my dad. He "did" join business partnership in car resell business before. So he have some experience/knowledge on cars. He said Kia is very lousy, very bad quality, lousy resell value... bla bla bla.. DON"T BUY!!!. I told him, past is past, is a total different Kia now. Even after many persuasion, I even ask him to join me for a test drive. You know what happen??? He dodn't even want to look at the car!!! Well, I manage to persuade my wife... at least!

I have done my part, I respect him, I told him I am looking at Kia Optima K5. At the end, I could not border anymore, I have already made my booking without his knowledge. Anyway, I m the one who is driving. Not him.

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CM98, you gave your suggestion, is up to them to find out and decide. Seriously, is not easy to persuade espeacially with bad track record for the past few years before kia forte. In fact, I tried to persuade my dad. He "did" join business partnership in car resell business before. So he have some experience/knowledge on cars. He said Kia is very lousy, very bad quality, lousy resell value... bla bla bla.. DON"T BUY!!!. I told him, past is past, is a total different Kia now. Even after many persuasion, I even ask him to join me for a test drive. You know what happen??? He dodn't even want to look at the car!!! Well, I manage to persuade my wife... at least!

I have done my part, I respect him, I told him I am looking at Kia Optima K5. At the end, I could not border anymore, I have already made my booking without his knowledge. Anyway, I m the one who is driving. Not him.
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When you get the car, offer to ferry him somewhere and don't try to "sell" the car to him .... Let the K5 sell itself to your dad
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feel like trading in my City for this K5. f-ing gorgeous!! just like SNSD mannn. tongue.gif cant just take my eyes off the car. drool.gif it'd be perfect if it does include the LCD touchscreen with GPS and all.

the only thing that im so worried now is the after-sale service. in Johor now, any good KIA service centre in JB with good record ha? Honda service in JB (wang loo), i gotta say its superb. but now lookin at my City, arghh not in love with it anymore. it's has been a good 2 and a half year, till i saw this car...

K9 is another KIA flagship that Im so interested in but hell its gonna be close to RM200K or more so K5 would do me good.
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QUOTE(emy_xvidia @ May 8 2012, 12:40 PM)
feel like trading in my City for this K5. f-ing gorgeous!! just like SNSD mannn.  tongue.gif  cant just take my eyes off the car.  drool.gif  it'd be perfect if it does include the LCD touchscreen with GPS and all.

the only thing that im so worried now is the after-sale service. in Johor now, any good KIA service centre in JB with good record ha? Honda service in JB (wang loo), i gotta say its superb. but now lookin at my City, arghh not in love with it anymore. it's has been a good 2 and a half year, till i saw this car...

K9 is another KIA flagship that Im so interested in but hell its gonna be close to RM200K or more so K5 would do me good.
Have u test driven it yet? If u havent, then go a few rounds. Ull be impressed.
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havent done. plan to have a view 1st later. dont plan to test drive it yet, later poisoned much la for sure. sweat.gif now doing good research bout this car 1st. biggrin.gif sister is also looking for a new car as well. plan for a forte 6-speed or koup instead of Preve. maintenance also cheap.

apart from the impressive specs, anyone here has the maintenance schedule of prices for this? naza should improve its website la, should put everything there like honda. cars are good but marketing-wise, they're so lousy la imo.
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This car really impresive.

Quick look for K5 (chinese version)click link below;

http://car.autohome.com.cn/photo/series/12...14/1477348.html

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havent done. plan to have a view 1st later. dont plan to test drive it yet, later poisoned much la for sure.  sweat.gif  now doing good research bout this car 1st.  biggrin.gif sister is also looking for a new car as well. plan for a forte 6-speed or koup instead of Preve. maintenance also cheap.

apart from the impressive specs, anyone here has the maintenance schedule of prices for this? naza should improve its website la, should put everything there like honda. cars are good but marketing-wise, they're so lousy la imo.
Izputra has done a maintenance comparison between various makes. He is usually on the Kia Forte thread.
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QUOTE(emy_xvidia @ May 8 2012, 01:51 PM)
havent done. plan to have a view 1st later. dont plan to test drive it yet, later poisoned much la for sure.  sweat.gif  now doing good research bout this car 1st.  biggrin.gif sister is also looking for a new car as well. plan for a forte 6-speed or koup instead of Preve. maintenance also cheap.

apart from the impressive specs, anyone here has the maintenance schedule of prices for this? naza should improve its website la, should put everything there like honda. cars are good but marketing-wise, they're so lousy la imo.
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here is the softcopy of the maintenance schedule i got from KIA Melaka
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This is very good but can anyone verify the 1k and 10k charges are accurate?
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Yeah wor .... I won the contest so get to keep the car for a week  wink.gif
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Added on May 8, 2012, 11:05 amHi, I,m new here. Just register into this forum. Actually I get my K5 quite sometimes in Feb this year.
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here is the softcopy of the maintenance schedule i got from KIA Melaka
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here is the softcopy of the maintenance schedule i got from KIA Melaka
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hey man thanks a bunch! biggrin.gif and seriously, the maintenance isnt that expensive either rclxub.gif how could this even be possible? i think my City's maintenance is far more expensive mann aiyyo felt like cheated by Honda ady hahaha tongue.gif

any fellow Johorian knows a good and reputable KIA service centre in JB or not? i heard about the Red Cube thingy, got in Johor or not eh? everything's in KL, its not fair! blush.gif
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QUOTE(emy_xvidia @ May 8 2012, 03:08 PM)
hey man thanks a bunch!  biggrin.gif and seriously, the maintenance isnt that expensive either  rclxub.gif  how could this even be possible? i think my City's maintenance is far more expensive mann aiyyo felt like cheated by Honda ady hahaha  tongue.gif

any fellow Johorian knows a good and reputable KIA service centre in JB or not? i heard about the Red Cube thingy, got in Johor or not eh? everything's in KL, its not fair!  blush.gif
Bro, its common knowledge that Honda has the most expensive maintenance among the Jap brands.
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My friend just told me today that her Persona maintenance is around RM280++.. and I was like rclxub.gif cause my K5 1k service also around there... I thought Persona or proton could be cheaper... blush.gif
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wow~ u r the handsome guy that KIA MALAYSIA posted on FB who win the KIA optima contest right? Walau.. 2K cash money some more le..

Belanja minum man.... rclxms.gif


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Welcome man,  rclxms.gif  your car color ?



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White......

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wow~ u r the handsome guy that KIA MALAYSIA posted on FB who win the KIA optima contest right? Walau.. 2K cash money some more le..

Belanja minum man.... rclxms.gif
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Just sharing what I know, bro .... survived first outstation trip with the K5 .... speed limit all the way to Pontian, JB, Seremban then KL .... mileage shows 771km, 2 bars of fuel left and range indicates I can do another 162km.
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Err, technically it's not my car. Just on loan for a week  sweat.gif
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Yeah wor .... I won the contest so get to keep the car for a week  wink.gif
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I always enjoying reading your blog smile.gif
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QUOTE(02mini @ May 8 2012, 02:17 PM)
here is the softcopy of the maintenance schedule i got from KIA Melaka
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This is very good but can anyone verify the 1k and 10k charges are accurate?
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Very accurate. +/- RM1
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QUOTE(Landy @ May 8 2012, 06:00 PM)
My friend just told me today that her Persona maintenance is around RM280++.. and I was like  rclxub.gif  cause my K5 1k service also around there... I thought Persona or proton could be cheaper... blush.gif
You cannot make a direct comparision like that. Most normal servicing will cost approx the same as the only variable is the engine oil and filters with labor costs being a percentage of that. So costs wouldnt differ much.

But dont get carried away with the low initial cost of servicing for Kia. I have a 2006 Kia in my house and servicing isnt cheap. Trust me. The main cost of servicing comes when u have to change wear & tear parts. The normal periodic servicing is nothing actually. These parts used to be quite expensive for Kia. Not sure if prices have improved since. But be prepared to incure higher costs once u cross the 20,000km mark.

The problem with Kia's in the past was durability of parts which required more constant replacement as compared to say Toyota. I sure hope this has now changed. The shock absorbers on my 2003 Toyota Vios lasted till end 2011. Will it be the same for the Optima? I can only hope.

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You cannot make a direct comparision like that. Most normal servicing will cost approx the same as the only variable is the engine oil and filters with labor costs being a percentage of that. So costs wouldnt differ much.

But dont get carried away with the low initial cost of servicing for Kia. I have a 2006 Kia in my house and servicing isnt cheap. Trust me. The main cost of servicing comes when u have to change wear & tear parts. The normal periodic servicing is nothing actually. These parts used to be quite expensive for Kia. Not sure if prices have improved since. But be prepared to incure higher costs once u cross the 20,000km mark.

The problem with Kia's in the past was durability of parts which required more constant replacement as compared to say Toyota. I sure hope this has now changed. The shock absorbers on my 2003 Toyota Vios lasted till end 2011. Will it be the same for the Optima? I can only hope.
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Hmmm, now with the 5 year warranty, I think the after 20,000km mark should not be an issue. It's after the 5 year warranty that we should be worried about but if the Korean parts lasts as long as a Japanese, then we're looking at absorber change in 3-4 years time. Before the end of the 5 years warranty, do a thorough check and of course, it helps if during this period, you get close to the mechanics and service managers so that they can help in getting some crucial parts changed for you.

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Hmmm, now with the 5 year warranty, I think the after 20,000km mark should not be an issue. It's after the 5 year warranty that we should be worried about but if the Korean parts lasts as long as a Japanese, then we're looking at absorber change in 3-4 years time. Before the end of the 5 years warranty, do a thorough check and of course, it helps if during this period, you get close to the mechanics and service managers so that they can help in getting some crucial parts changed for you.
Warranties cover defects not wear & tear. Im refering to replacement of parts due to wear & tear. So absorbers or any other part changed will not be covered unless its defective.
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New BMW promo for old E90 3 Series:

http://paultan.org/2012/05/09/own-an-e90-b...ancing-package/

Its 2012 manufactured & pre-registered BMW 320i with zero mileage. Comes with 5 years / 100,000km BMW service package. Costs RM 214,800 not inclusive insurance and road tax. SO if u have 55% NCB, your total OTR price would be approx RM 219,000.

This is a step up loan for 7 years with only the first year at RM1,888 with a RM80 increase very year for the next 6 years.
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Thanks for the support, bro .... hope to share more interesting articles soon


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Hmmm, now with the 5 year warranty, I think the after 20,000km mark should not be an issue. It's after the 5 year warranty that we should be worried about but if the Korean parts lasts as long as a Japanese, then we're looking at absorber change in 3-4 years time. Before the end of the 5 years warranty, do a thorough check and of course, it helps if during this period, you get close to the mechanics and service managers so that they can help in getting some crucial parts changed for you.
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So finally what was the final FC you manage to get, i mean from the actualy calculation not meter reading? Mind to share? x.xxL/100km? smile.gif
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New BMW promo for old E90 3 Series:

http://paultan.org/2012/05/09/own-an-e90-b...ancing-package/

Its 2012 manufactured & pre-registered BMW 320i with zero mileage. Comes with 5 years / 100,000km BMW service package. Costs RM 214,800 not inclusive insurance and road tax. SO if u have 55% NCB, your total OTR price would be approx RM 219,000.

This is a step up loan for 7 years with only the first year at RM1,888 with a RM80 increase very year for the next 6 years.
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only RM80 year on year increase?

means final year would be rm2368 in year 7??
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only RM80 year on year increase?

means final year would be rm2368 in year 7??
Something like that. Its a step up loan system. But i think the price is still high. If im gonna pay about RM 220K for the older E90 model, i might as well top up 35K and get the new 320i since there are some major differences.
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After almost a month crack my head to finalize between Accord and K5 and after almost a month waiting for my K5, finally got my car today morning. My K5 BS color with BLR plats number. Few things I would like to get advice from the current owners:

1) I do remember last time discussion going on regarding the tire pressure. So what should be the psi that we need to use for this tire?
2) Try to test power at Plus highway today. When drive at 120km/h I found that the steering wheel is vibrating a bit, is it normal?
3) I also feel that the car going toward left when I let the car go through without holding the steering wheel? Should I send back to Naza to do the alignment?
4) When I get the car the meter showing its already went through 88km so far. The explanation I get from the sales person is they drive the car for puspakom for inspection and send the car for free tinted. Is the 88km is normal? Is it possible they sell me the test drive car?

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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ May 9 2012, 03:40 PM)
Something like that. Its a step up loan system. But i think the price is still high. If im gonna pay about RM 220K for the older E90 model, i might as well top up 35K and get the new 320i since there are some major differences.
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btw, any idea of the E90 320d? How much are they selling in this promo?
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QUOTE(dyhard @ May 9 2012, 03:41 PM)
Guys,
After almost a month crack my head to finalize between Accord and K5 and after almost a month waiting for my K5, finally got my car today morning. My K5 BS color with BLR plats number. Few things I would like to get advice from the current owners:

1) I do remember last time discussion going on regarding the tire pressure. So what should be the psi that we need to use for this tire?
2) Try to test power at Plus highway today. When drive at 120km/h I found that the steering wheel is vibrating a bit, is it normal? 
3) I also feel that the car going toward left when I let the car go through without holding the steering wheel? Should I send back to Naza to do the alignment?
4) When I get the car the meter showing its already went through 88km so far. The explanation I get from the sales person is they drive the car for puspakom for inspection and send the car for free tinted. Is the 88km is normal? Is it possible they sell me the test drive car?

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1. pressure 240kPa...there is info sticker at the driver side door lock hinge...
2. & 3. Could be alignment, since u said car go towards left...u have to know, that my car (a K5 fyi..hehehe) steering has no vibration when the road is straight and even, at 180km/hr...real stabil car !!!
4. well u can verify that, by measuring the distance from the showroom to the puspakom inspection center he/she claim he/she sent, and the tint shop..mine done 66km..bought it at glenmarie shah alam, and they took it to KL puspakom..no tint thou


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yea agree.. smile.gif

btw, any idea of the E90 320d? How much are they selling in this promo?
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Well, I'm getting mine (BS) in 2 weeks time but now do some research on accessories and stuffs. Cant really wait to put my hands on the wheels. BTW, for all K5 owners, some documents may worth sharing.

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Is it possible for me to send for balancing & alignment with FOC even after the first 1000km service?
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Is it possible for me to send for balancing & alignment with FOC even after the first 1000km service?
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Dunno others SC offer, but U can try go to setapak SC cause last time I done my alignments here n they said is FOC below 2000km.
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Kia charging some rm150 for the wheel balancing alignment.
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guys, any idea if Naza plans to bring in the turbo version of Optima in the near future?
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guys, any idea if Naza plans to bring in the turbo version of Optima in the near future?
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Dunno others SC offer, but U can try go to setapak SC cause last time I done my alignments here n they said is FOC below 2000km.
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Thanks and will try to ask the SC. Steering was vibrating gently during high speed driving. Only realized after the first service.
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QUOTE(kenso77 @ May 8 2012, 09:26 PM)
Just sharing what I know, bro .... survived first outstation trip with the K5 .... speed limit all the way to Pontian, JB, Seremban then KL .... mileage shows 771km, 2 bars of fuel left and range indicates I can do another 162km.
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Kenso, how much u pump for full tank? or how many litres?
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Kenso, how much u pump for full tank? or how many litres?
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Your question is answered here, my friend:

http://www.kensomuse.com/2012/05/kia-k5-heads-south.html

Enjoy blush.gif
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Your question is answered here, my friend:

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QUOTE(dyhard @ May 9 2012, 03:41 PM)
Guys,
After almost a month crack my head to finalize between Accord and K5 and after almost a month waiting for my K5, finally got my car today morning. My K5 BS color with BLR plats number. Few things I would like to get advice from the current owners:

1) I do remember last time discussion going on regarding the tire pressure. So what should be the psi that we need to use for this tire?
2) Try to test power at Plus highway today. When drive at 120km/h I found that the steering wheel is vibrating a bit, is it normal? 
3) I also feel that the car going toward left when I let the car go through without holding the steering wheel? Should I send back to Naza to do the alignment?
4) When I get the car the meter showing its already went through 88km so far. The explanation I get from the sales person is they drive the car for puspakom for inspection and send the car for free tinted. Is the 88km is normal? Is it possible they sell me the test drive car?

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1) I do remember last time discussion going on regarding the tire pressure. So what should be the psi that we need to use for this tire?
240 for all tires

2) Try to test power at Plus highway today. When drive at 120km/h I found that the steering wheel is vibrating a bit, is it normal?
Do the tyres balancing. Ask your SC to settle it for free

3) I also feel that the car going toward left when I let the car go through without holding the steering wheel? Should I send back to Naza to do the alignment?
It is not alignment issues. It is due to camber issues. Ask your SC to settle it for free

4) When I get the car the meter showing its already went through 88km so far. The explanation I get from the sales person is they drive the car for puspakom for inspection and send the car for free tinted. Is the 88km is normal? Is it possible they sell me the test drive car?
88km is reasonable as the car need to be send to puspakom for inspection
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QUOTE(dyhard @ May 9 2012, 03:41 PM)
Guys,
After almost a month crack my head to finalize between Accord and K5 and after almost a month waiting for my K5, finally got my car today morning. My K5 BS color with BLR plats number. Few things I would like to get advice from the current owners:

1) I do remember last time discussion going on regarding the tire pressure. So what should be the psi that we need to use for this tire?
2) Try to test power at Plus highway today. When drive at 120km/h I found that the steering wheel is vibrating a bit, is it normal? 
3) I also feel that the car going toward left when I let the car go through without holding the steering wheel? Should I send back to Naza to do the alignment?
4) When I get the car the meter showing its already went through 88km so far. The explanation I get from the sales person is they drive the car for puspakom for inspection and send the car for free tinted. Is the 88km is normal? Is it possible they sell me the test drive car?

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1. 240psi
2. Alignment and balancing are FOC below 2000km (kia red cube PJ)
3. Alignment and balancing are FOC below 2000km (kia red cube PJ)
4. Mine was 106km, so yours-88km is still ok.


Added on May 10, 2012, 11:11 am
QUOTE(kenso77 @ May 9 2012, 11:05 PM)
Your question is answered here, my friend:

http://www.kensomuse.com/2012/05/kia-k5-heads-south.html

Enjoy  blush.gif
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Good article bro!!! rclxms.gif
So eventually final FC was 8.126L / 100KM
Anyone know the official average FC for K5?


Added on May 10, 2012, 11:19 amBtw, was the ECO mode on during your drive?

This post has been edited by feng yun: May 10 2012, 11:19 AM
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Eco mode only make sense during city drive. With or without Eco mode I guess somehow not making much difference on the fc. Twice I fill up rm120 and manage only 600km with 80% city drive.

Somehow I felt smoother drive with the Eco mode. It prevent sudden jerk when heavy footed and over rev. U can say more uncle style but it helps for me coz 50% time I'm carrying my small boy with me.
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Hi everyone,

DJSoo, pls add me into the list Bright Sliver(WWH ****) smile.gif
Got my baby end of Jan-12 & enjoying every moment of it. rclxm9.gif

However i have got some queries as below,

I recently made a trip to Genting, while going to the top in the morning was
no issue(with the paddle shifters engaged), coming back down in the night
with the slight mist had me worried due the lack of responsiveness on
features stated below

1) Static Bending Lights - Making a turn, the static bending lights didn't impress me
at all in the complete darkness. As what is advertised, you eliminate some blind spots
when turning. I don't think it did that at all. Even my front passenger was stating this.

2) Auto Defogging System
I'm not impressed with this system at all. I had to use the wiper to ensure clear visibility
every few seconds because it kept on fogging the front windscreen. This was the major drawback.

Anyone here have experienced any of the above on the way down from Genting during the night ?

Thanks.

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QUOTE(DAVE008 @ May 10 2012, 03:48 PM)
Hi everyone,

DJSoo, pls add me into the list Bright Sliver(WWH ****)  smile.gif
Got my baby end of Jan-12 & enjoying every moment of it.  rclxm9.gif

However i have got some queries as below,

I recently made a trip to Genting, while going to the top in the morning was
no issue(with the paddle shifters engaged), coming back down in the night
with the slight mist had me worried due the lack of responsiveness on
features stated below

1) Static Bending Lights - Making a turn, the static bending lights didn't impress me
at all in the complete darkness. As what is advertised, you eliminate some blind spots
when turning. I don't think it did that at all. Even my front passenger was stating this.

2) Auto Defogging System
I'm not impressed with this system at all. I had to use the wiper to ensure clear visibility
every few seconds because it kept on fogging the front windscreen. This was the major drawback.

Anyone here have experienced any of the above on the way down from Genting during the night ?

Thanks.
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Bro, i have opposite feeling regarding Static Bending Lights. I am extremely amazed and happy as mine was just working fine. I kind of like when i straighten my steering wheel, the lights will go dim before it switch off. smile.gif

But i have one question, when will the hill start assist activate? Does it depends on the degree of the slope or any slopes will do?
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QUOTE(DAVE008 @ May 10 2012, 03:48 PM)
Hi everyone,

DJSoo, pls add me into the list Bright Sliver(WWH ****)  smile.gif
Got my baby end of Jan-12 & enjoying every moment of it.  rclxm9.gif

However i have got some queries as below,

1) Static Bending Lights - Making a turn, the static bending lights didn't impress me
at all in the complete darkness. As what is advertised, you eliminate some blind spots
when turning. I don't think it did that at all. Even my front passenger was stating this.
The side lights only light up when the steering wheel reaches a certain degree of turn. Not sure what it is. Try taking sharper corners and see if it works.
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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ May 10 2012, 05:59 PM)
The side lights only light up when the steering wheel reaches a certain degree of turn. Not sure what it is. Try taking sharper corners and see if it works.
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I try this at genting, not very noticeable cos the HID brightness .
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QUOTE(DAVE008 @ May 10 2012, 03:48 PM)
I recently made a trip to Genting, while going to the top in the morning was
no issue(with the paddle shifters engaged), coming back down in the night
with the slight mist had me worried due the lack of responsiveness on
features stated below

1) Static Bending Lights - Making a turn, the static bending lights didn't impress me
at all in the complete darkness. As what is advertised, you eliminate some blind spots
when turning. I don't think it did that at all. Even my front passenger was stating this.
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is always dimmer when is rainy day/wet road. Sometimes I even thaught my car light wasn't on (my old car, haven't received my k5 yet). Maybe also due to mist. I been once to genting when is heavy mist. Seriously, viewing distance is like 2-3 meter only. With high beam is even worst!

Maybe can try at dim parking lot?
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QUOTE(bUGG @ May 11 2012, 12:57 AM)
I been once to genting when is heavy mist. Seriously, viewing distance is like 2-3 meter only. With high beam is even worst!
High beam is not to be used during misty conditions. Thats why u have fog lights. If u use high beam in thick fog, ull just get a wall of light in front.
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QUOTE(feng yun @ May 10 2012, 04:40 PM)
Bro, i have opposite feeling regarding Static Bending Lights. I am extremely amazed and happy as mine was just working fine. I kind of like when i straighten my steering wheel, the lights will go dim before it switch off.  smile.gif

But i have one question, when will the hill start assist activate? Does it depends on the degree of the slope or any slopes will do?
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Good for you mate. Hill Start assist should activate at any degree of slope.


Added on May 11, 2012, 11:58 am
QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ May 10 2012, 05:59 PM)
The side lights only light up when the steering wheel reaches a certain degree of turn. Not sure what it is. Try taking sharper corners and see if it works.
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Ok will do.


Added on May 11, 2012, 12:00 pm
QUOTE(bUGG @ May 11 2012, 12:57 AM)
is always dimmer when is rainy day/wet road. Sometimes I even thaught my car light wasn't on (my old car, haven't received my k5 yet). Maybe also due to mist. I been once to genting when is heavy mist. Seriously, viewing distance is like 2-3 meter only. With high beam is even worst!

Maybe can try at dim parking lot?
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Yeah. Will try & find one.

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Guys, anyone try charging i phone with usb port only? I tried mine and it didn't work, only iPod cable (provided) worked. sad.gif

Why???

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Hi guys, wat ave speed reading r u getting? Mine strangely reading 26km!! I reset it after fuelling up in klia petronas n got onto mex. When i got home, it read tt much only. I definitely didnt go tt slow. A potential issue?
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QUOTE(SA6YEuro @ May 12 2012, 02:40 PM)
Hi guys, wat ave speed reading r u getting? Mine strangely reading 26km!! I reset it after fuelling up in klia petronas n got onto mex. When i got home, it read tt much only. I definitely didnt go tt slow. A potential issue?
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Mine look accurate lol. reset again lo

i use android charge ok. but put usb annoying cos everytime try read USB port. i use another car charger. then use Bluetooth to play mp3.
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Just came back form Penang yesterday and wanted to share my fc (and also for those who are looking for some info on K5 fc). Not sure if this is comparable to other D-segment but this is what I got.

City/highway around 25%/75%
Mileage 830km and still got 2 bar left
pump ron95 for rm120 (around 63 liters i think) full tank

Started full tank in Segambut area, then go up to Penang (include BM and Bagan and stay overnight at Perai)
Next day go up to S. Petani and up to Jitra then come back to Perai to stay overnight.
Next day travel down to tapah only pump petrol.
Driving Style: light on pedal and max speed only about 100 to 110km/h.

Feels like the fc is better now compare when I first got the car. brows.gif


oh.. btw... found out something about the K5 the other day. (something I am not aware of at all)

I use the smart key to lock my car. All is good. Then wanted to check if my boot got lock properly or not cause got keep some expensive things inside. Press my fingers to open the boot and IT OPENS. I was like rclxub.gif , my boot cannot lock?? I got faulty car?? Makes me mad.gif and want to go see my SA next day and complain. Later I think, think, think, that MAYBE the boot can open is because I have the smart key in me and it can detect that I am nearby so it allow me to open the boot. So I pass the smart key to my wife and ask her to stand far away and I go try to open the boot again. Guess what.... It cant be open. This is one of the features that I dont know about. What a relief... thumbup.gif

Silly me blush.gif . Looks like the car is really smarter than me... rclxms.gif



This post has been edited by Landy: May 12 2012, 03:33 PM
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hi guys. thanks for this topic. it really help me before finalizing the loan. it really down to K5 or Sportage. (my wife is big fan or sportage). BTW i've booked the K5 without her knowledge hahaha

For me resale value is secondary. You guys as the owner perhaps could share your experience:-

1. How the car perform in city driving? Is it slow, or okay? I've only managed to test drive in taman perumahan area . I work in KL and living in Putrajaya, commuting to KL via MEX hway. No issues on MEX. The traffic jam in city centre is concern
2. I've read that many of you put additional sound proofing material, is it really necessary?
3. For after sales service, is it true the parts are expensive and the availability is issue?
4. Maybe out of topic :- if your budget is around 150k, would you rather go for a european/japanese recon or brand new car?

Thanks guys..
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QUOTE(Landy @ May 12 2012, 03:20 PM)
Just came back form Penang yesterday and wanted to share my fc (and also for those who are looking for some info on K5 fc). Not sure if this is comparable to other D-segment but this is what I got.

City/highway around 25%/75%
Mileage 830km and still got 2 bar left
pump ron95 for rm120 (around 63 liters i think) full tank

Started full tank in Segambut area, then go up to Penang (include BM and Bagan and stay overnight at Perai)
Next day go up to S. Petani and up to Jitra then come back to Perai to stay overnight.
Next day travel down to tapah only pump petrol.
Driving Style: light on pedal and max speed only about 100 to 110km/h.

Feels like the fc is better now compare when I first got the car.  brows.gif
oh.. btw... found out something about the K5 the other day. (something I am not aware of at all)

I use the smart key to lock my car. All is good. Then wanted to check if my boot got lock properly or not cause got keep some expensive things inside. Press my fingers to open the boot and IT OPENS. I was like  rclxub.gif , my boot cannot lock?? I got faulty car?? Makes me  mad.gif  and want to go see my SA next day and complain. Later I think, think, think, that MAYBE the boot can open is because I have the smart key in me and it can detect that I am nearby so it allow me to open the boot. So I pass the smart key to my wife and ask her to stand far away and I go try to open the boot again. Guess what.... It cant be open. This is one of the features that I dont know about. What a relief... thumbup.gif

Silly me blush.gif . Looks like the car is really smarter than me...  rclxms.gif
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lucky u noticed before start scolding at showroom on ur SA

nice FC there!! i cant stand doing 110km/hr on highway with K5...even at 180km/hr, the car at surety and not feeling wobbly or floating...
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QUOTE(Landy @ May 12 2012, 03:20 PM)
Just came back form Penang yesterday and wanted to share my fc (and also for those who are looking for some info on K5 fc). Not sure if this is comparable to other D-segment but this is what I got.

City/highway around 25%/75%
Mileage 830km and still got 2 bar left
pump ron95 for rm120 (around 63 liters i think) full tank

Started full tank in Segambut area, then go up to Penang (include BM and Bagan and stay overnight at Perai)
Next day go up to S. Petani and up to Jitra then come back to Perai to stay overnight.
Next day travel down to tapah only pump petrol.
Driving Style: light on pedal and max speed only about 100 to 110km/h.

Feels like the fc is better now compare when I first got the car.  brows.gif
oh.. btw... found out something about the K5 the other day. (something I am not aware of at all)

I use the smart key to lock my car. All is good. Then wanted to check if my boot got lock properly or not cause got keep some expensive things inside. Press my fingers to open the boot and IT OPENS. I was like  rclxub.gif , my boot cannot lock?? I got faulty car?? Makes me  mad.gif  and want to go see my SA next day and complain. Later I think, think, think, that MAYBE the boot can open is because I have the smart key in me and it can detect that I am nearby so it allow me to open the boot. So I pass the smart key to my wife and ask her to stand far away and I go try to open the boot again. Guess what.... It cant be open. This is one of the features that I dont know about. What a relief... thumbup.gif

Silly me blush.gif . Looks like the car is really smarter than me...  rclxms.gif
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silly you. this morning drive the K5 out and come back cannot find the car key. At first I though drop at pasar already(drop near the car might allow you to start engine and drive back home) But somehow back at home still can start the car. find very long time, only found it was under the seat.
1 thing bad about keyless is you might drop the key and lock using the door knob. You might still think the key is with you. People may just unlock your car and drive it away.

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QUOTE(Landy @ May 12 2012, 03:20 PM)
Just came back form Penang yesterday and wanted to share my fc (and also for those who are looking for some info on K5 fc). Not sure if this is comparable to other D-segment but this is what I got.

City/highway around 25%/75%
Mileage 830km and still got 2 bar left
pump ron95 for rm120 (around 63 liters i think) full tank

Started full tank in Segambut area, then go up to Penang (include BM and Bagan and stay overnight at Perai)
Next day go up to S. Petani and up to Jitra then come back to Perai to stay overnight.
Next day travel down to tapah only pump petrol.
Driving Style: light on pedal and max speed only about 100 to 110km/h.

Feels like the fc is better now compare when I first got the car.  brows.gif
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Yup, pretty much the same FC as what I got when I went to Jaybee and back


Added on May 12, 2012, 4:40 pm
QUOTE(bomohhantu @ May 12 2012, 03:52 PM)
silly you. this morning drive the K5 out and come back cannot find the car key. At first I though drop at pasar already(drop near the car might allow you to start engine and drive back home) But somehow back at home still can start the car. find very long time, only found it was under the seat.
1 thing bad about keyless is you might drop the key and lock using the door knob. You might still think the key is with you. People may just unlock your car and drive it away.
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Errmm .... If key is in the cabin, you will hear a loud "eeeeeee" sound when you press the lock button on the door knob. In fact, I'm pretty sure we can't lock the car if the key is still in the cabin so don't know how you managed to lock it


Added on May 12, 2012, 4:53 pm
QUOTE(fer0 @ May 12 2012, 03:44 PM)
hi guys. thanks for this topic. it really help me before finalizing the loan. it really down to K5 or Sportage. (my wife is big fan or sportage). BTW i've booked the K5 without her knowledge hahaha

For me resale value is secondary. You guys as the owner perhaps could share your experience:-

1. How the car perform in city driving? Is it slow, or okay? I've only managed to test drive in taman perumahan area . I work in KL and living in Putrajaya, commuting to KL via MEX hway. No issues on MEX. The traffic jam in city centre is concern
2. I've read that many of you put additional sound proofing material, is it really necessary?
3. For after sales service, is it true the parts are expensive and the availability is issue?
4. Maybe out of topic :- if your budget is around 150k, would you rather go for a european/japanese recon or brand new car?

Thanks guys..
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1) It drives better than a Golf during traffic jams. At traffic lights, it may not out sprint a turbo hothatch but it is definitely capable of holding up against other 2.0 D segments, particularly when you use the paddle shifters to downshift.
2) tire noise is the most obvious but putting soundproofing doesn't hurt. In fact, it improves bass response.
3) ask again 5 years later smile.gif
4) depends on your priorities. For me, I'd take the K5 any time since its a good balance of Korean spec and closest-thing-to-a-conti driving dynamics

This post has been edited by kenso77: May 12 2012, 05:40 PM
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QUOTE(kenso77 @ May 12 2012, 05:37 PM)
Yup, pretty much the same FC as what I got when I went to Jaybee and back


Added on May 12, 2012, 4:40 pm
Errmm .... If key is in the cabin, you will hear a loud "eeeeeee" sound when you press the lock button on the door knob. In fact, I'm pretty sure we can't lock the car if the key is still in the cabin so don't know how you managed to lock it


Added on May 12, 2012, 4:53 pm

1) It drives better than a Golf during traffic jams. At traffic lights, it may not out sprint a turbo hothatch but it is definitely capable of holding up against other 2.0 D segments, particularly when you use the paddle shifters to downshift.
2) tire noise is the most obvious but putting soundproofing doesn't hurt. In fact, it improves bass response.
3) ask again 5 years later smile.gif
4) depends on your priorities. For me, I'd take the K5 any time since its a good balance of Korean spec and closest-thing-to-a-conti driving dynamics
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Thanks kenso77 for the response. I'm planning to test drive again soon.....
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QUOTE(kenso77 @ May 12 2012, 04:37 PM)
Yup, pretty much the same FC as what I got when I went to Jaybee and back


Added on May 12, 2012, 4:40 pm
Errmm .... If key is in the cabin, you will hear a loud "eeeeeee" sound when you press the lock button on the door knob. In fact, I'm pretty sure we can't lock the car if the key is still in the cabin so don't know how you managed to lock it


Added on May 12, 2012, 4:53 pm

1) It drives better than a Golf during traffic jams. At traffic lights, it may not out sprint a turbo hothatch but it is definitely capable of holding up against other 2.0 D segments, particularly when you use the paddle shifters to downshift.
2) tire noise is the most obvious but putting soundproofing doesn't hurt. In fact, it improves bass response.
3) ask again 5 years later smile.gif
4) depends on your priorities. For me, I'd take the K5 any time since its a good balance of Korean spec and closest-thing-to-a-conti driving dynamics
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Agree wat kenso77 said .. if u wanna find the key , u can try to lock the car with the holder button , and if the key drop at market near ur car , after leave the key far , ur screen will show the key is not inside the car ..

1) in city it was not fast than golf or polo , but should be nicer than same segment car , n comfort to sit inside even facing traffic jam. u will see a lot of eyeing from other cars .. haha biggrin.gif
2) haven't go that fast yet , so the sound proof for me is no issue
3) 5 yrs warranty is great, and the wear and tear parts service charge is in the page20 posted by O2mini , thanks.
4) 150K if u like speed , go for euro car - golf. ( but not space as k5) if want comfort, value for $ is korean car K5 or sonata.. Japan car normal spec , famous at MY, but u pay more than wat u get .

just my 2 cents ..

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QUOTE(Landy @ May 12 2012, 03:20 PM)
Just came back form Penang yesterday and wanted to share my fc (and also for those who are looking for some info on K5 fc). Not sure if this is comparable to other D-segment but this is what I got.

City/highway around 25%/75%
Mileage 830km and still got 2 bar left
pump ron95 for rm120 (around 63 liters i think) full tank

Started full tank in Segambut area, then go up to Penang (include BM and Bagan and stay overnight at Perai)
Next day go up to S. Petani and up to Jitra then come back to Perai to stay overnight.
Next day travel down to tapah only pump petrol.
Driving Style: light on pedal and max speed only about 100 to 110km/h.

Feels like the fc is better now compare when I first got the car.  brows.gif
oh.. btw... found out something about the K5 the other day. (something I am not aware of at all)

I use the smart key to lock my car. All is good. Then wanted to check if my boot got lock properly or not cause got keep some expensive things inside. Press my fingers to open the boot and IT OPENS. I was like  rclxub.gif , my boot cannot lock?? I got faulty car?? Makes me  mad.gif  and want to go see my SA next day and complain. Later I think, think, think, that MAYBE the boot can open is because I have the smart key in me and it can detect that I am nearby so it allow me to open the boot. So I pass the smart key to my wife and ask her to stand far away and I go try to open the boot again. Guess what.... It cant be open. This is one of the features that I dont know about. What a relief... thumbup.gif

Silly me blush.gif . Looks like the car is really smarter than me...  rclxms.gif
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Didnt notice about that too. thanks for the info.

QUOTE(fer0 @ May 12 2012, 03:44 PM)
hi guys. thanks for this topic. it really help me before finalizing the loan. it really down to K5 or Sportage. (my wife is big fan or sportage). BTW i've booked the K5 without her knowledge hahaha

For me resale value is secondary. You guys as the owner perhaps could share your experience:-

1. How the car perform in city driving? Is it slow, or okay? I've only managed to test drive in taman perumahan area . I work in KL and living in Putrajaya, commuting to KL via MEX hway. No issues on MEX. The traffic jam in city centre is concern
2. I've read that many of you put additional sound proofing material, is it really necessary?
3. For after sales service, is it true the parts are expensive and the availability is issue?
4. Maybe out of topic :- if your budget is around 150k, would you rather go for a european/japanese recon or brand new car?

Thanks guys..
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1. K5 performe up to its standard. The pick up is kind of sluggish but something you expected from a 2.0 CC Segment D car. I drove to KL quite often too and I seriously dont mind stuck in jam as the interior is spacious and plus with the Infinity sound systems, a very enjoyable ride.

2. I am one of those user that went for additional sound proofing. I did it because I want to have a better listening experience when blasting those high bass music. Else, it is totally optional but pls dont expect to be as quiet as Camry or those Euro car.

3. Maybe you are right if you referring to few years back. Kia Parts are getting common found in Malaysia especially after the launch of Kia Forte. Dont foresee any issues on that.

4. If strictly based on 150k, you cant get a good euro segment car. So the next best thing is K5. Unless you willingly to push ur budget up to 180k, then you can truly have a large choices of Segment D cars to choose from. CKD Passat, Ford Mondeo and etc.


QUOTE(bomohhantu @ May 12 2012, 03:52 PM)
silly you. this morning drive the K5 out and come back cannot find the car key. At first I though drop at pasar already(drop near the car might allow you to start engine and drive back home) But somehow back at home still can start the car. find very long time, only found it was under the seat.
1 thing bad about keyless is you might drop the key and lock using the door knob. You might still think the key is with you. People may just unlock your car and drive it away.
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hi guys. thanks for this topic. it really help me before finalizing the loan. it really down to K5 or Sportage. (my wife is big fan or sportage). BTW i've booked the K5 without her knowledge hahaha

For me resale value is secondary. You guys as the owner perhaps could share your experience:-

1. How the car perform in city driving? Is it slow, or okay? I've only managed to test drive in taman perumahan area . I work in KL and living in Putrajaya, commuting to KL via MEX hway. No issues on MEX. The traffic jam in city centre is concern
2. I've read that many of you put additional sound proofing material, is it really necessary?
3. For after sales service, is it true the parts are expensive and the availability is issue?
4. Maybe out of topic :- if your budget is around 150k, would you rather go for a european/japanese recon or brand new car?

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I am in the same scenario as you. My wife also a big fan of the Sportage. Infact I like it too in the beginning but after test driving it and comparing it to the K5, I was sold. Nice as it is, the Sportage excellaration is a big dissapointment. Also I ask myself do I really need a 4WD in Klang Valley. FC would def be lousy comparing to a sedan. So I made up my mind. K5 it is. Waiting for wifey approval and of course bank approval later.


Added on May 13, 2012, 12:03 amBTW I got to play around with the K5 Kenso got for one week in Citta Mall car park. We were experementing the static light. Is really a cool feature. You can see the brightness of the corner when you are doing the turn. I am loving it.

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I just done driving a Camry 2.0g from klang to kuchai lama both ways via npe. All I can comment would be Camry is much sluggish compared with k5, handling is totally disastrous if cruising more than 70KM/h over curvy or corners over the npe stretch.

Noise level is pretty similar with k5, maybe a little lesser due to the 16" rim. Perhaps the passenger would feel a bit more comfort, but for me the driver feels a bit more jumpy over the uneven road.

One thing I really surprised is the FC, it was showing average of 12.1km/liter which close to 8.3liter/100km! That I would say wow. Other than that, it was a poor driving experience compared with k5. Imho, accord 2.0 would also best Camry anytime.
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QUOTE(septrain @ May 13 2012, 12:59 AM)
I am in the  same scenario as you.  My wife also a big fan of the Sportage. Infact I like it too in the beginning but after test driving it and comparing it to the K5, I was sold. Nice as it is, the Sportage excellaration is a big dissapointment.  Also I ask myself do I really need a 4WD in Klang Valley. FC would def be lousy comparing to a sedan. So I made up my mind. K5 it is. Waiting for wifey approval and of course bank approval later.
that's the thing..sometime the "home ministry" have more say hahaha. BTW, thanks everyone for the reply. I'm currently based oversea and will be coming back to Malaysia soon (1-3 months time). Was in KL last week to arrange the transfer etc2. I went to local KIA showroom here (Muscat, Oman) perhaps want to share some pics of K5 offered here.

Here goesAttached Image Attached Image Attached Image Attached Image

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Wow! Customized interior color and sport rim! And 9 colors available for selection.........
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Wow! Customized interior color and sport rim! And 9 colors available for selection.........
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I like the beige interior .... gives a more airy feel ..... but takes away some of the sportiness of the cabin blush.gif
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Guys, anyone try charging i phone with usb port only? I tried mine and it didn't work, only iPod cable (provided) worked.  sad.gif

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Added on May 13, 2012, 11:00 amWhen i tried, radio keep showing "reading usb" and the charging sign in i-phone keep showing charging ON then charging OFF then charging ON... continue.

I wonder is this because of lack of current from K5 usb port?

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I like the beige interior .... gives a more airy feel ..... but takes away some of the sportiness of the cabin  blush.gif
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QUOTE(feng yun @ May 13 2012, 10:57 AM)
Anyone try charging i-phone with i-phone usb charger?


Added on May 13, 2012, 11:00 amWhen i tried, radio keep showing "reading usb" and the charging sign in i-phone keep showing charging ON then charging OFF then charging ON... continue.

I wonder is this because of lack of current from K5 usb port?
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QUOTE(fer0 @ May 13 2012, 12:30 AM)
that's the thing..sometime the "home ministry" have more say hahaha. BTW, thanks everyone for the reply. I'm currently based oversea and will be coming back to Malaysia soon (1-3 months time). Was in KL last week to arrange the transfer etc2. I went to local KIA showroom here (Muscat, Oman) perhaps want to share some pics of K5 offered here.

Here goesAttached Image Attached Image Attached Image Attached Image
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damn, more options for colours. last week i went to KIA showroom JB, Wang Loo KIA, to book Forte for my sis, then viewed K5 as well. didnt test drive it yet as they didnt have any test drive unit for K5, but it's a bit disappointed only 3 colours are available. The salesman there said the dark blue colour (my best bet) as in the catalog has been phased out by Naza and will be replaced with a lighter sea blue. Is it true? doh.gif

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what is the best fuel for our K5 for better FC and power?
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it's a bit disappointed only 3 colours are available. The salesman there said the dark blue colour (my best bet) as in the catalog has been phased out by Naza and will be replaced with a lighter sea blue. Is it true?  doh.gif
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Is all the color,exterior and interior, there available for KIA Malaysia?
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damn, more options for colours. last week i went to KIA showroom JB, Wang Loo KIA, to book Forte for my sis, then viewed K5 as well. didnt test drive it yet as they didnt have any test drive unit for K5, but it's a bit disappointed only 3 colours are available. The salesman there said the dark blue colour (my best bet) as in the catalog has been phased out by Naza and will be replaced with a lighter sea blue. Is it true?  doh.gif
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Yes, there is a new color as you said "sea blue", catalog name is called Light Graphite. But I don't know whether will Naza phased out the dark blue (Platinum Graphite).
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what is the best fuel for our K5 for better FC and power?
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Is all the color,exterior and interior, there available for KIA Malaysia?
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For more option, get it from SG smile.gif
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Just now went to test drive the K5 and 508, honestly, the K5 handling, a lot of people claimed the handling is very good, comparable to the conti car, but to my surprise, the handling for the K5 is not really good, Kia tried to setup the k5 with firmer suspension, but this kind of setup not only spoiled the riding comfort for the car, it also at the same time give the car unresponsive handling and noisy plus rough ride in d-segment vehicle, and the engine refinement is really not there, especially when the rpm rev above 3000rpm, you will hear loud rough engine noise. When test the 508, the whole situation is totally different, it looks a bit dull for me, and you don't expect that this will have good handling base on the design, but I was wrong, this car give a responsive engine output even with such low engine capacity, the handling also very good and the steering give a very good feedback when compare to the K5, which almost can't feel any feedback. The 508 responsive handling is what I really like, and this suspension setup not as firm as the K5, which totally kill the comfortness. When compare to the accessories and features, the 508 is comparable to the K5, but for sure the price is a bit on the premium side for such a low engine capacity. I do hope the K5 can be installed a smaller tyre, at least can help to regain some comfortness, which I told the salesman and he agreed it as well.
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QUOTE(feelfree @ May 13 2012, 06:24 PM)
Just now went to test drive the K5 and 508, honestly, the K5 handling, a lot of people claimed the handling is very good, comparable to the conti car, but to my surprise, the handling for the K5 is not really good, Kia tried to setup the k5 with firmer suspension, but this kind of setup not only spoiled the riding comfort for the car, it also at the same time give the car unresponsive handling and noisy plus rough ride in d-segment vehicle, and the engine refinement is really not there, especially when the rpm rev above 3000rpm, you will hear loud rough engine noise. When test the 508, the whole situation is totally different, it looks a bit dull for me, and you don't expect that this will have good handling base on the design, but I was wrong, this car give a responsive engine output even with such low engine capacity, the handling also very good and the steering give a very good feedback when compare to the K5, which almost can't feel any feedback. The 508 responsive handling is what I really like, and this suspension setup not as firm as the K5, which totally kill the comfortness. When compare to the accessories and features, the 508 is comparable to the K5, but for sure the price is a bit on the premium side for such a low engine capacity. I do hope the K5 can be installed a smaller tyre, at least can help to regain some comfortness, which I told the salesman and he agreed it as well.
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i think CKD 508 148k will be K5 competitio in term of luxury, spec and price... but service cost should be more exp compare to K5, sales told me normal service 400+ and major service estimate 2k+ sweat.gif
althu i book K5 now and loan approved, but will go test drive 508 next week and decide which car with me my next 5 yrs.
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QUOTE(devil98 @ May 13 2012, 08:13 PM)
i think CKD 508 148k will be K5 competitio in term of luxury, spec and price... but service cost should be more exp compare to K5, sales told me normal service 400+ and major service estimate 2k+  sweat.gif
althu i book K5 now and loan approved, but will go test drive 508 next week and decide which car with me my next 5 yrs.
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You are right. I've booked it too.
However, will test drive the 508 just to know the differences.
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QUOTE(feelfree @ May 13 2012, 06:24 PM)
Just now went to test drive the K5 and 508, honestly, the K5 handling, a lot of people claimed the handling is very good, comparable to the conti car, but to my surprise, the handling for the K5 is not really good, Kia tried to setup the k5 with firmer suspension, but this kind of setup not only spoiled the riding comfort for the car, it also at the same time give the car unresponsive handling and noisy plus rough ride in d-segment vehicle, and the engine refinement is really not there, especially when the rpm rev above 3000rpm, you will hear loud rough engine noise. When test the 508, the whole situation is totally different, it looks a bit dull for me, and you don't expect that this will have good handling base on the design, but I was wrong, this car give a responsive engine output even with such low engine capacity, the handling also very good and the steering give a very good feedback when compare to the K5, which almost can't feel any feedback. The 508 responsive handling is what I really like, and this suspension setup not as firm as the K5, which totally kill the comfortness. When compare to the accessories and features, the 508 is comparable to the K5, but for sure the price is a bit on the premium side for such a low engine capacity. I do hope the K5 can be installed a smaller tyre, at least can help to regain some comfortness, which I told the salesman and he agreed it as well.
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The suspension setup on K5 is not really firm. In fact, to my surprise, it is supremely comfort as compare to 508 which i personally tested few weeks ago. However, this can be subjective to different people. But I do agree on the steering feedback upon 508 is way engaging than K5.
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QUOTE(Neo_Y @ May 13 2012, 08:40 PM)
The suspension setup on K5 is not really firm. In fact, to my surprise, it is supremely comfort as compare to 508 which i personally tested few weeks ago. However, this can be subjective to different people. But I do agree on the steering feedback upon 508 is way engaging than K5.
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ive tested both of the cars as well. K5 has the looks and all that but imo, 508 is way better in handling, almost similar to what bmw has to give. somehow, in 508 you get the robust feel, but like you said, everything is pretty subjective. i personally dislike 508's looks.

now that its 148k, its definitely gonna spice up the d segment choices as alot of buyers out there dream of driving contis, even though if its not a 'true blood' conti, according to some tongue.gif thing is i dont think peugeot is doing enough adverts for 508.

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QUOTE(Neo_Y @ May 13 2012, 07:40 PM)
The suspension setup on K5 is not really firm. In fact, to my surprise, it is supremely comfort as compare to 508 which i personally tested few weeks ago. However, this can be subjective to different people. But I do agree on the steering feedback upon 508 is way engaging than K5.
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I echo your sentiment. Each to his own method of testing. It also largely depends on what vehicle the review was driving before
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It is very personal riding. I tested 508 also before I bought k5. Imho, k5 has the killer look and price affordability. Service cost lower too.

508 on the other hand drives better, with small 1.6 cap but output is great with the turbo setup. But then anything with turbo = service pricey.

Handling wise, Conti is still Conti. I never expect Korean or Jap will ride better.
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REALLY?????? 508 is already a CKD plus its just RM148k????? I've booked the K5 already. I must say, the one think i like about the 508 than the k5 is what the k5 doesnt have, i.e. Front sensor, windows shed and the doors in 508 are heavier n more solid. Plus it gives a taike look.

However the k5 seems to be quiter n more spacious. Arghhhh..... I'm torn between both sides. Better start a thread to see what people thinks about these 2 cars.
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QUOTE(zapirwin @ May 13 2012, 09:24 PM)
REALLY?????? 508 is already a CKD plus its just RM148k????? I've booked the K5 already. I must say, the one think i like about the 508 than the k5 is what the k5 doesnt have, i.e. Front sensor, windows shed and the doors in 508 are heavier n more solid. Plus it gives a taike look.

However the k5 seems to be quiter n more spacious. Arghhhh..... I'm torn between both sides. Better start a thread to see what people thinks about these 2 cars.
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if i remember correctly, 508 CKD is somewhere july, but u can start place booking now
agree that k5 more spacious...i didnt realize 508 front gt cup holder sweat.gif
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QUOTE(zapirwin @ May 13 2012, 09:24 PM)
REALLY?????? 508 is already a CKD plus its just RM148k????? I've booked the K5 already. I must say, the one think i like about the 508 than the k5 is what the k5 doesnt have, i.e. Front sensor, windows shed and the doors in 508 are heavier n more solid. Plus it gives a taike look.

However the k5 seems to be quiter n more spacious. Arghhhh..... I'm torn between both sides. Better start a thread to see what people thinks about these 2 cars.
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K5's leather feel softer compare to 508.
K5's legroom definitely much better, 508 legroom like c-segment.
K5's trunk is much bigger compare to 508.
508 has bigger tyre.

How I know? Because a 508 was just next to my K5 when I did the SierraGlow, so I had more than 4 hours comparing these 2 cars. tongue.gif
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QUOTE(feng yun @ May 13 2012, 10:57 PM)
K5's leather feel softer compare to 508.
K5's legroom definitely much better, 508 legroom like c-segment.
K5's trunk is much bigger compare to 508.
508 has bigger tyre.

How I know? Because a 508 was just next to my K5 when I did the SierraGlow, so I had more than 4 hours comparing these 2 cars.  tongue.gif
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Another thing is altho 508 has navi system,i heard it doesnt come with malaysia map,but not sure bout ckd ver will have or not
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QUOTE(feelfree @ May 13 2012, 06:24 PM)
Just now went to test drive the K5 and 508, honestly, the K5 handling, a lot of people claimed the handling is very good, comparable to the conti car, but to my surprise, the handling for the K5 is not really good, Kia tried to setup the k5 with firmer suspension, but this kind of setup not only spoiled the riding comfort for the car, it also at the same time give the car unresponsive handling and noisy plus rough ride in d-segment vehicle, and the engine refinement is really not there, especially when the rpm rev above 3000rpm, you will hear loud rough engine noise. When test the 508, the whole situation is totally different, it looks a bit dull for me, and you don't expect that this will have good handling base on the design, but I was wrong, this car give a responsive engine output even with such low engine capacity, the handling also very good and the steering give a very good feedback when compare to the K5, which almost can't feel any feedback. The 508 responsive handling is what I really like, and this suspension setup not as firm as the K5, which totally kill the comfortness. When compare to the accessories and features, the 508 is comparable to the K5, but for sure the price is a bit on the premium side for such a low engine capacity. I do hope the K5 can be installed a smaller tyre, at least can help to regain some comfortness, which I told the salesman and he agreed it as well.
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U got ur answer .. Go for 508 man .. rclxms.gif Come in anytime to share your FC and drive experience to us..

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QUOTE(devil98 @ May 13 2012, 09:49 PM)
if i remember correctly, 508 CKD is somewhere july, but u can start place booking now
agree that k5 more spacious...i didnt realize 508 front gt cup holder  sweat.gif
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confirmed? CKD ? at 148K? thats cheap for the kind of specs you get in that car.

plus the feeling is so different in the 508 compare to K5, i dont mind K5, its built is still superior and the comfort is fantastic. though could not win against camry.

confirm kah 508 is at 148K? i will hold my horses first.
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QUOTE(sonyman @ May 13 2012, 11:25 PM)
confirmed? CKD ? at 148K? thats cheap for the kind of specs you get in that car.

plus the feeling is so different in the 508 compare to K5, i dont mind K5, its built is still superior and the comfort is fantastic. though could not win against camry.

confirm kah 508 is at 148K? i will hold my horses first.
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QUOTE(feng yun @ May 13 2012, 09:57 PM)
K5's leather feel softer compare to 508.
K5's legroom definitely much better, 508 legroom like c-segment. (Just curious which C-segment you comparing to?)
K5's trunk is much bigger compare to 508. (436L on K5 vs 545L on 508 plus no luggage-crushing hinge)
508 has bigger tyre. (225/45/R18 vs 235/45/R18, bigger but very slightly)
How I know? Because a 508 was just next to my K5 when I did the SierraGlow, so I had more than 4 hours comparing these 2 cars.  tongue.gif
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Just to add something. Btw, do you just observe the car's exterior or ??? I dont get how can you not differentiate 436L vs 545L despite observing for 4 hours unless the spec sheets figures are wrong?
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Any 1 wanna do Sierra glow ? Last time VW do group buy, got 5 or 10% discount.. Something like that .. smile.gif
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Any 1 wanna do Sierra glow ? Last time VW do group buy, got 5 or 10% discount.. Something like that .. smile.gif
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Me, going... but when I get my car first lah... salesman promise definately in this month time. Count me in

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Any 1 wanna do Sierra glow ? Last time VW do group buy, got 5 or 10% discount.. Something like that .. smile.gif
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QUOTE(feelfree @ May 13 2012, 06:24 PM)
Just now went to test drive the K5 and 508, honestly, the K5 handling, a lot of people claimed the handling is very good, comparable to the conti car, but to my surprise, the handling for the K5 is not really good, Kia tried to setup the k5 with firmer suspension, but this kind of setup not only spoiled the riding comfort for the car, it also at the same time give the car unresponsive handling and noisy plus rough ride in d-segment vehicle, and the engine refinement is really not there, especially when the rpm rev above 3000rpm, you will hear loud rough engine noise. When test the 508, the whole situation is totally different, it looks a bit dull for me, and you don't expect that this will have good handling base on the design, but I was wrong, this car give a responsive engine output even with such low engine capacity, the handling also very good and the steering give a very good feedback when compare to the K5, which almost can't feel any feedback. The 508 responsive handling is what I really like, and this suspension setup not as firm as the K5, which totally kill the comfortness. When compare to the accessories and features, the 508 is comparable to the K5, but for sure the price is a bit on the premium side for such a low engine capacity. I do hope the K5 can be installed a smaller tyre, at least can help to regain some comfortness, which I told the salesman and he agreed it as well.
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I just did a brief research on 508. No deny that it is a good buy if the price is at RM146,888 for CKD unit. But about handling and design, it is borne down to individual preference. I tried 407 before and not to my liking. So cant comment much on 508.

Anyway, 508 is a very competitive car that will sure eat into K5 and Sonata market. Good luck on your purchase and share with us when u do so. I am very interested to feel the 10 ways 500 watt speaker smile.gif
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I believe everyone is talking about this:

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Sorry to say this but it is a printing error. There is no price drop for the 508, CKD or otherwise. It was a mistake made by marketing for putting a 3008 price instead of a 508
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QUOTE(feelfree @ May 13 2012, 06:24 PM)
Just now went to test drive the K5 and 508, honestly, the K5 handling, a lot of people claimed the handling is very good, comparable to the conti car, but to my surprise, the handling for the K5 is not really good, Kia tried to setup the k5 with firmer suspension, but this kind of setup not only spoiled the riding comfort for the car, it also at the same time give the car unresponsive handling and noisy plus rough ride in d-segment vehicle, and the engine refinement is really not there, especially when the rpm rev above 3000rpm, you will hear loud rough engine noise. When test the 508, the whole situation is totally different, it looks a bit dull for me, and you don't expect that this will have good handling base on the design, but I was wrong, this car give a responsive engine output even with such low engine capacity, the handling also very good and the steering give a very good feedback when compare to the K5, which almost can't feel any feedback. The 508 responsive handling is what I really like, and this suspension setup not as firm as the K5, which totally kill the comfortness. When compare to the accessories and features, the 508 is comparable to the K5, but for sure the price is a bit on the premium side for such a low engine capacity. I do hope the K5 can be installed a smaller tyre, at least can help to regain some comfortness, which I told the salesman and he agreed it as well.
Do allow me to give my views since i tested both models extensively.

I think u got the suspension mixed up. For your info, the suspension on the 508 is firmer than the Optima. The Optima has High Performance Dampers to improve ride comfort. That's why the ride comfort on the Optima is better than the 508 not the other way around as u claimed. But with better comfort, the handling takes a back seat compared to the 508. You cant have better handling and comfort at the same time unless ure driving a premium brand e.g VW or a make with adaptive suspension. Plus u cannot really test comfort unless u take the car over bumpy roads with passengers at the back. Ive done that a number of times and my passengers at the back really felt the difference in the rear suspension. They said the 508 is feels uncomfortable going over unven roads and this is true. I know this for a fact cuz this was 1 of the reasons why i didnt go for the 508.

If you wanna test both cars over the same terrain, the best place to do it is at TTDI. The Peugeot and Kia showrooms are side by side but you may not get test cars at the same time though.

Regarding the steering, ive mentioned earlier that the Optima has a small 'problem' with its steering. Its called 'steering kickback' and it results in you feeling a lack of response from the steering and it jumps when you go over bumps. Kia should have installed a speed dependent steering system instead.

As for the engine, didnt u read the specs? The 508 uses a 1.6L Turbo engine with 240Nm of torque compared to the normal 2L petrol engine with 198Nm of torque on the Optima. Of course ure gonna get more power and better performance on the 508. U cant really compare a Turbo with a normal engine. For your info, the Optima 2.0L Turbo churns out 365Nm of torque but sadly we cant get this here in Malaysia due to the fuel. But yes, i agree that the Optima's engine sounds loud once u rev past 3,000. But that only happens during acceleration. If ure cruising at about 140kmph, you dont really hear the engine. During traffic light stops for instance, you will find it very hard to even know the engine is on except if you look at the RPM meter and thats quite good for a 2L engine.

As for noise, most of the noise you hear when ure driving comes from the Nexen tyres except when ure accelerating hard, then the engine sounds louder. Dont forget the 508 comes with Michelin Premacy as stock tyres so surely the tyre noise is reduced by about 50% as compared to the Nexen. Also remember that bigger rim tyres e.g 18 inch are known for their road noise but what you get in return is better handling. But yes i too would prefer smaller rims on the Optima. Cheaper to maintain too.

The specs on the 508 is not comparable to the Optima. Its better. The 508 also has a better quality and better designed interior. But its the exterior which put me off especially the rear end. Put 2 adults in the back seat and the rear end of the car really becomes low. Besides that, the 508 is a good car.

But do keep in mind that the Optima is RM26K cheaper than the 508 with a better exterior design and more interior space. Safety is also very important and the Optima scores high here. The Optima was given higher frontal crash ratings by NHTSA compared to the even the BMW 5 Series. Also dont forget that the Optima comes with better warranty terms compared to the 508.

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Count me in if u can wait as i need to wait another month till WWX hits the streets...tks
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QUOTE(joonnyx @ May 14 2012, 09:01 AM)
Count me in if u can wait as i need to wait another month till WWX hits the streets...tks
Why do u want WWX when you can wait 2 weeks more and get WXA?
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QUOTE(kenso77 @ May 14 2012, 08:54 AM)
I believe everyone is talking about this:

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Sorry to say this but it is a printing error. There is no price drop for the 508, CKD or otherwise. It was a mistake made by marketing for putting a 3008 price instead of a 508
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printing fault ?!! are u sure abt this ? there are website already publishing abt this price drop already
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QUOTE(K5WHITE @ May 14 2012, 09:13 AM)
printing fault ?!! are u sure abt this ? there are website already publishing abt this price drop already
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Yup, pretty sure coz immediately after seeing it, I called Peugeot directly and asked. You can verify for yourself by downloading the pricelist from their official site:

http://www.peugeot.com.my/pricing--specification/

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QUOTE(K5WHITE @ May 14 2012, 09:13 AM)
printing fault ?!! are u sure abt this ? there are website already publishing abt this price drop already
I dont think Nasim will reduce the price by RM23K. That would improve 508 sales now but kill the confidence in future CBU models just like whats happening with Mitsubishi now.
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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ May 14 2012, 09:16 AM)
I dont think Nasim will reduce the price by RM23K. That would improve 508 sales now but kill the confidence in future CBU models just like whats happening with Mitsubishi now.
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the website has not been updated with new CKD price...current price is still with CBU or not mentioned at all...

and yeah, i dont think they will drop so much for CKD unless lower specs or some features taken out..not kiasu, but judging from previous CKD units like passat tsi
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QUOTE(ken7908 @ May 13 2012, 12:25 AM)
I just done driving a Camry 2.0g from klang to kuchai lama both ways via npe. All I can comment would be Camry is much sluggish compared with k5, handling is totally disastrous if cruising more than 70KM/h over curvy or corners over the npe stretch.

Noise level is pretty similar with k5, maybe a little lesser due to the 16" rim. Perhaps the passenger would feel a bit more comfort, but for me the driver feels a bit more jumpy over the uneven road.

One thing I really surprised is the FC, it was showing average of 12.1km/liter which close to 8.3liter/100km!  That I would say wow. Other than that, it was a poor driving experience compared with k5. Imho, accord 2.0 would also best Camry anytime.
I tested the FC on the Optima on highway drives a number of times. At 110kmph the instant FC is 9.1L/100km while at 160kmph, its 10.2L/100km. So it actually makes more economic sense to drive at 160kmph as the FC difference is only about 1 liter every 100km. So if ure driving from KL to Ipoh, driving at 160kmph would only consume RM3.50 more compared to driving at 110kmph but ull reach faster thus your extra 'expenditure' is nullified.
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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ May 14 2012, 09:27 AM)
I tested the FC on the Optima on highway drives a number of times. At 110kmph the instant FC is 9.1L/100km while at 160kmph, its 10.2L/100km. So it actually makes more economic sense to drive at 160kmph as the FC difference is only about 1 liter every 100km. So if ure driving from KL to Ipoh, driving at 160kmph would only consume RM3.50 more compared to driving at 110kmph but ull reach faster thus your extra 'expenditure' is nullified.
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provided there's no speedtrap..otherwise add as extra cost tongue.gif
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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ May 14 2012, 09:27 AM)
I tested the FC on the Optima on highway drives a number of times. At 110kmph the instant FC is 9.1L/100km while at 160kmph, its 10.2L/100km. So it actually makes more economic sense to drive at 160kmph as the FC difference is only about 1 liter every 100km. So if ure driving from KL to Ipoh, driving at 160kmph would only consume RM3.50 more compared to driving at 110kmph but ull reach faster thus your extra 'expenditure' is nullified.
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but u use more fuel building up to that speed, and with that also, more frequent brake and accelerate to accommodate the traffic condition...in all, many parameters involved..
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QUOTE(DJSoo @ May 14 2012, 01:05 AM)
Any 1 wanna do Sierra glow ? Last time VW do group buy, got 5 or 10% discount.. Something like that .. smile.gif
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Yup, count me in too.
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QUOTE(K5WHITE @ May 14 2012, 09:19 AM)
the website has not been updated with new CKD price...current price is still with CBU or not mentioned at all...

and yeah, i dont think they will drop so much for CKD unless lower specs or some features taken out..not kiasu, but judging from previous CKD units like passat tsi
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Simple, bro .... website updated or not, it IS a printing error. You are always welcome to call Peugeot directly and ask them (1800 88 6292)

From a business point of view:-

1) The CBU and CKD price of the 3008 is the same. In fact, many are not even aware that the 3008 CBU has been changed to CKD
2) it makes no sense to market BOTH 3008 and 508 at the same price. Though they cater to 2 different crowds, the specifications on the 508 far outweighs the 3008 (and that's considering the 3008 is ALSO a CKD now)


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QUOTE(raclette @ May 14 2012, 09:14 AM)
saw a k5 last friday from a close distance. beautiful n looks huge smile.gif
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Haha, thanks for the comment.. Any plan to get 1 ?


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QUOTE(K5WHITE @ May 14 2012, 09:19 AM)
the website has not been updated with new CKD price...current price is still with CBU or not mentioned at all...

and yeah, i dont think they will drop so much for CKD unless lower specs or some features taken out..not kiasu, but judging from previous CKD units like passat tsi
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Unless sell Kosong like T vios Jspec.. Then can have Rm146,888K then .. biggrin.gif


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QUOTE(joonnyx @ May 14 2012, 09:01 AM)
Count me in if u can wait as i need to wait another month till WWX hits the streets...tks
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Ok .. Will call up and see wat is the deal.. Maybe little deposit can pay first,then hold the group buy offer, because last time VW group buy also appointment a different time, but can do 2,3 car at the same time during 4 hours is good also la, more K5 owner can chit chat there.. Haha

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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ May 14 2012, 09:27 AM)
I tested the FC on the Optima on highway drives a number of times. At 110kmph the instant FC is 9.1L/100km while at 160kmph, its 10.2L/100km. So it actually makes more economic sense to drive at 160kmph as the FC difference is only about 1 liter every 100km. So if ure driving from KL to Ipoh, driving at 160kmph would only consume RM3.50 more compared to driving at 110kmph but ull reach faster thus your extra 'expenditure' is nullified.
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I try to accelerate from 120km/h until 160km/h using gear 6 but cannot le dono why ? like not power only. Wander you all have same exp?
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QUOTE(bUGG @ May 14 2012, 01:12 AM)
Me, going... but when I get my car first lah... salesman promise definately in this month time. Count me in
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Ok , noted


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QUOTE(eeidah @ May 14 2012, 01:12 AM)
Sound good. Plan to do so when I got my k5 by end of the month. so you can count me in..  thumbup.gif
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Ok, noted.

QUOTE(jimz97 @ May 14 2012, 09:40 AM)
Yup, count me in too.
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QUOTE(bomohhantu @ May 14 2012, 10:48 AM)
I try to accelerate from 120km/h until 160km/h using gear 6 but cannot le dono why ? like not power only. Wander you all have same exp?
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what do u mean by "cannot" ? the gear 6 in shift mode will turn to D ? or the car cannot reach 160km/hr?
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QUOTE(cybermaster98 @ May 14 2012, 09:12 AM)
Why do u want WWX when you can wait 2 weeks more and get WXA?
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Haha, in-laws are kinda staunch buddhists so you know what entails..they went and ask for lucky number etc....
I dont want to wait anymore truth be told, if I wait for WXA...another 2 months....I will die of the anticipation smile.gif
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[quote=DJSoo,May 14 2012, 10:41 AM]
Haha, thanks for the comment.. Any plan to get 1 ?


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not in the near future. but i really like sonata, veloster design n now this. nod.gif
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Got my car few days ago. Update on FC....
Drove from Melaka to JB...total distance 190 km...average speed 100-110 km/h with ECO mode most of the time. Consumed 14.74L of Ron95 (7.75L per 100 km), not bad.
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Ok .. Will call up and see wat is the deal.. Maybe little deposit can pay first,then hold the group buy offer, because last time VW group buy also appointment a different time, but can do 2,3 car at the same time during 4 hours is good also la, more K5 owner can chit chat there.. Haha
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Ok, np..keep me informed...tks
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QUOTE(K5WHITE @ May 14 2012, 09:38 AM)
but u use more fuel building up to that speed, and with that also, more frequent brake and accelerate to accommodate the traffic condition...in all, many parameters involved..
As with all underpowered cars, u should never floor the pedal to build up speed. Always do it gradually. And there are ways to drive on the highway where you can maintain a high speed and reduce hard braking and acceleration. Always drive while predicting traffic in front. But generally, im refering to travelling under normal traffic conditions not heavy flows.


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QUOTE(bomohhantu @ May 14 2012, 10:48 AM)
I try to accelerate from 120km/h until 160km/h using gear 6 but cannot le dono why ? like not power only. Wander you all have same exp?
I dont quite understand you. If ure going for fast acceleration, no way ure using gear 6. In fact, the ratio for the 6th gear is so small that the slightest depression of the fuel pedal will cause the transmission to downshift.


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QUOTE(Merak50 @ May 14 2012, 12:39 PM)
Got my car few days ago. Update on FC....
Drove from Melaka to JB...total distance 190 km...average speed 100-110 km/h with ECO mode most of the time. Consumed 14.74L of Ron95 (7.75L per 100 km), not bad.
Yes thats wuite good. Keep updating us.

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Sigh, in 1 hour's time, no more K5 for me  cry.gif
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Go buy 1. smile.gif
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Go buy 1 and welcome to the club.... rclxms.gif

Btw.. Any one thought of installing captor (Security system with gps tracking?) hmm.gif

Thought of sandblasting my vehicle no. On all my window. Anyone here already done it? Suppose to be a deterrent to any potential thief since they cannot simply change our plate no and drive off. brows.gif
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QUOTE(Landy @ May 14 2012, 03:52 PM)
Go buy 1 and welcome to the club.... rclxms.gif

Btw.. Any one thought of installing captor (Security system with gps tracking?) hmm.gif

Thought of sandblasting my vehicle no. On all my window. Anyone here already done it? Suppose to be a deterrent to any potential thief since they cannot simply change our plate no and drive off.  brows.gif
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i planning transfer my cobraconnex, but again it will void warranty so most likely i will just on hold 1st

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