Introducing the Kia EV5:
The Kia EV5 is a mid-size electric SUV. Kia unveiled this model and its specifications in August 2023 on Kia EV Day in Korea. The EV5 is designed for the new-age millennial family. It has a unique transformative interior and provides advanced comfort to both drivers and passengers.
Initially designed solely for Chinese markets, Kia felt that a car that so rigorously embodied their Opposites United philosophy did not deserve to be restricted to a single market. And thus, the EV5 made its global debut.
The all-electric EV5 borrows design cues from the EV9. Its extensive interiors are intelligently designed to be ‘lived in’ and provide the flexibility, versatility, and style desired by modern families.
Stylish Exterior:
In similar fashion to the EV9, the EV5 gets a tiger-nose front with LED head lamps, DRLs, and an upright bonnet. It also gets roof rails, a shark-fin antenna, a panoramic sunroof, flush-fitting door handles, and chunkier lower body cladding.
It also features contrast-coloured skid plates, wraparound taillamps, and chunky wheel arches with show-stopping angular wheels. The car has a unique style that is boxy, minimalist, and futuristic at the same time. However, the Kia EV5 elicits some strong opinions: either you love its style or you hate it. The EV5 is available in 9 exterior paint colours.
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Comfortable Interiors:
The Kia EV5 is equipped with a 12.3-inch dual-integrated touchscreen setup, a 5-inch climate control panel with 3-zone climate control, adaptive cruise control, V2L (vehicle-to-load), and V2G (vehicle-to-grid).
The EV5 gets duo-tone interiors with 64-colour ambient lighting, leatherette upholstery, heated and ventilated front seats, foldable rear seats, and a four-spoke multifunction steering wheel.
The EV5’s interiors were designed to provide a high degree of comfort to the driver and passengers. Understanding that cars are sometimes ‘lived in’, several design choices seamlessly integrate a practical application.
Safety Features:
The Kia EV5 gets seven airbags and standard ADAS suite features, including adaptive cruise control, parking assist, auto emergency braking, lane keep assist, and lane departure warning.
Battery and Motor Specifications:
The Kia EV5 is available in two battery pack options and three powertrain options.
- Standard Version: single 217PS electric motor with a 64kWh battery pack and an estimated range of 530km.
- Long Range: single 217PS electric motor with an 88kWh battery pack and an estimated range of 720km.
- Long Range AWD: dual-motor setup (217PS front + 95PS rear) with an 88kWh battery pack and an estimated range of 650 km.
The EV5 can charge from 30 to 100% in 27 minutes using a superfast DC charger.
What Are The Main Competitors Of The Kia EV5?
This 5-seater electric SUV has been highly anticipated in markets worldwide due to its ingenious design and features. Its competitive pricing also factors in: Kia is trying to undercut the Tesla Model Y in the Australian market. With speculation around the EV5 on a global scale, it is difficult to say if the Kia EV5 will actually enter Indian markets with the same features as the Chinese or Australian version.
In India, since we don’t have the Tesla Model Y yet, the Kia EV5 will compete with the Hyundai IONIQ 5, Jeep Wrangler, and the Volkswagen ID.4. However, with the lack of information regarding launch dates, specs, and pricing, we can’t be sure about its top competitors.
Frequently Asked Questions:
What is the estimated Kia EV5 price in India?
The EV5 is speculated to be priced anywhere between INR 30 lakh and INR 45 lakh.
When will the Kia EV5 launch in India?
The Kia EV5 is expected to launch in India by 2025.
How many variants does the Kia EV5 have?
The Kia EV5 is expected to launch in two variants: the HT and GT lines.
