FOCAL ES 165 KX3E - K2 Power Evo Series 6.5″ High-End 3-Way Component Car Speaker System

FOCAL ES 165 KX3E | 6.5″ 3-Way Component Speaker System | 120 W RMS | 93 dB SPL

The FOCAL ES 165 KX3E is a premium 6.5″ 3-way component speaker system, meticulously engineered for audiophile-grade car audio installations. Part of Focal’s K2 Power EVO series, this speaker system combines the most advanced materials, design technologies, and sound tuning to deliver a listening experience that rivals home high-fidelity systems. Ideal for discerning audiophiles and enthusiasts seeking unparalleled sound clarity, precision, and dynamic range, the ES 165 KX3E is designed for installations where ultimate sonic performance is paramount.

At the heart of this high-end system is Focal’s signature K2 sandwich cone technology, combining an aramid-fiber structure for rigidity with a lightweight core to provide incredible midbass control and depth. The dedicated midrange driver and the FRAK inverted-dome tweeter—constructed from aluminium and magnesium—work together seamlessly, offering an expansive, three-dimensional soundstage with pinpoint accuracy in both the midrange and treble frequencies.

The ES 165 KX3E’s 120 W RMS (240 W peak) power handling, 93 dB sensitivity, and 4 Ω impedance ensure it can be paired with high-performance aftermarket amplifiers, giving it the capability to reproduce even the most complex musical compositions with ease. The included bi-ampable 3-way external crossovers provide the flexibility to fine-tune your system, ensuring that every frequency range is perfectly integrated for a smooth, balanced sound.

Product Highlights:

3-Way System with 6.5″ (165 mm) K2 aramid-fibre sandwich-cone woofer, dedicated 3″ (≈100 mm) midrange, and inverted-dome FRAK tweeter

K2 Aramid-Fibre Sandwich Cones for rigidity, light weight, and low distortion, allowing for extended frequency response

FRAK Tweeter: advanced inverted-dome design with a unique aluminium/magnesium blend for a detailed, extended treble response

Bi-Amplifiable 3-Way Crossover Network with adjustable level and slope settings for precise frequency integration and sound tailoring

Advanced Suspension Technologies including TMD® (Tuned Mass Damper) for distortion-free performance and improved cone control

Premium Build Quality: includes a vented aluminium basket, ventilated motor system, and high-temperature voice coils for increased reliability

Tech Specs:

Model: ES 165 KX3E

Type: 3-Way Separate Component System

Woofer: 165 mm (6.5″) K2 Sandwich Aramid-Fibre Cone

Midrange: 100 mm (≈4″) K2 Sandwich Aramid-Fibre Cone

Tweeter: FRAK Inverted-Dome Tweeter (Aluminium/Magnesium “M Profile”)

Power Handling: 120 W RMS / 240 W Peak

Sensitivity: ≈93 dB (2.83 V/1 m)

Impedance: 4 Ω Nominal

Frequency Response: Approx. 45 Hz – 32 kHz (±3 dB)

Voice Coil Diameter: 40 mm (≈1.6″) High-Temperature Copper Coil

Cone Material: K2 Aramid Sandwich (Fibreglass/Kevlar Composite)

Surround: TMD® (Tuned Mass Damper) Technology

Magnet: High-Density Ferrite Motor System