The Kia EV5 is a battery electric compact crossover SUV produced by Kia since 2023.[5] It is the third model in the manufacturer's "EV" battery electric vehicle range after the EV6 and EV9. It is also the first battery electric vehicle that will be exported by Kia from China, being produced by joint venture Jiangsu Yueda Kia Motors.
Kia EV5 | |
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Overview | |
Manufacturer | Kia |
Model code | OV[1][2] |
Production | 2023–present (China) |
Assembly | China: Yancheng (Jiangsu Yueda Kia Motors) |
Body and chassis | |
Class | Compact crossover SUV |
Body style | 5-door SUV |
Layout | |
Platform | Hyundai-Kia N3 eK[3][4] |
Powertrain | |
Electric motor | Permanent magnet synchronous |
Power output |
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Battery | |
Range |
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Plug-in charging | |
Dimensions | |
Wheelbase | 2,750 mm (108.3 in) |
Length | 4,615 mm (181.7 in) |
Width | 1,875 mm (73.8 in) |
Height | 1,715 mm (67.5 in) |
Curb weight | 1,870–2,130 kg (4,123–4,696 lb) |
Overview
editA concept car previewing the production version was revealed in China on 20 March 2023, at the brand's EV Day event.[6] The concept uses sustainable materials throughout the interior,[7] including plant-based materials such as seaweed extract and recycled plastic bottles used on the seat trim, headliner and door and dashboard linings.[8]
The production version of the EV5 was released in August 2023 at the Chengdu Motor Show. The model was designed using Kia's 'Opposites United' design language,[9] also featuring a new version of the brand's trademark 'Digital Tiger Face', incorporating a new lighting signature.[10]
The EV5 is powered by a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery produced by FinDreams, and a 160 kW (215 hp; 218 PS) electric motor with 310 N⋅m (31.6 kg⋅m; 229 lb⋅ft) maximum torque.[11][12] For export markets, the EV5 will be equipped with a nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) battery with a capacity of up to 82 kWh.[13]
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Rear view
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EV5 GT Line
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EV5 Concept
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Rear view (Concept)
Markets
editThailand
editThe EV5 went on sale in Thailand on 26 March 2024. The country became the first EV5 export destination from China. Two powertrains are offered in Thailand, which include a 160 kW (215 hp; 218 PS) front-wheel drive version (for Light, Air and Earth Long Range trims) and the top-spec Earth Exclusive trim with dual-motor all-wheel drive rated at 230 kW (308 hp; 313 PS).[14] The GT Line AWD variant was added in November 2024.[15]
New Zealand
editPricing and specifications for the EV5 was announced in July 2024, with deliveries beginning in September 2024. Five variants are available: Light, Light+, Earth, Earth AWD and GT Line AWD; all variants uses a 88 kWh battery pack.[16]
North Africa
editThe EV5 was launched in Morocco on 5 September 2024.[17]
Australia
editThe EV5 was launched in Australia on 14 October 2024 with four variants available: Air 2WD Standard Range, Air 2WD Long Range, Earth AWD Long Range and GT Line AWD Long Range.[18]
Pakistan
editThe EV5 was launched in Pakistan on 25 October 2024. [19]
Latin America
editThe EV5 was launched in Latin America in October 2024 with two variants. Air standard range 500kms WLTP and Air long range 720kms WLTP. Both versions have a single front motor with 218hp and 310NM of torque.
Powertrain
editType | Battery | Layout | Electric motor | Power | Torque | 0–100 km/h (0–62 mph) | Top speed | Range | Calendar years | Note | ||
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Standard Range | 64.2 kWh LFP | FWD | Front | PMSM | 160 kW (215 hp; 218 PS) | 310 N⋅m (31.6 kg⋅m; 229 lb⋅ft) | 8.5 seconds | 185 km/h (115 mph) | 530 km (329 mi) | 490 km (304 mi) | 2023–present | |
Long Range | 88.1 kWh LFP | FWD | Front | PMSM | 8.9 seconds | 720 km (447 mi) | 665 km (413 mi) | 2023–present | ||||
AWD | 88.1 kWh LFP | AWD | Front | PMSM | 160 kW (215 hp; 218 PS) | 310 N⋅m (31.6 kg⋅m; 229 lb⋅ft) | 6.1 seconds | N/A | 620 km (385 mi) | 2024–present | Not available in China | |
Rear | PMSM | 70 kW (94 hp; 95 PS) | 170 N⋅m (17.3 kg⋅m; 125 lb⋅ft) | |||||||||
Combined: | 230 kW (308 hp; 313 PS) | 480 N⋅m (48.9 kg⋅m; 354 lb⋅ft) | ||||||||||
GT Line AWD | 88.1 kWh LFP | AWD | Front | PMSM | 160 kW (215 hp; 218 PS) | 310 N⋅m (31.6 kg⋅m; 229 lb⋅ft) | 6.5 seconds | N/A | 555 km (345 mi) | 2024–present | Not available in China | |
Rear | PMSM | 70 kW (94 hp; 95 PS) | 170 N⋅m (17.3 kg⋅m; 125 lb⋅ft) | |||||||||
Combined: | 230 kW (308 hp; 313 PS) | 480 N⋅m (48.9 kg⋅m; 354 lb⋅ft) | ||||||||||
References: [20][21] |
References
edit- ^ Lopez, Jose Antonio (1 August 2023). "Production Version of KIA EV5 Spotted in China". The Korean Car Blog. Retrieved 30 November 2023.
- ^ "Kia Concept EV5: Schon wieder ein neues Elektroauto von Kia". InsideEVs Deutschland (in German). Retrieved 30 November 2023.
- ^ "2025 Kia EV5: Tesla Model Y rival's Australian launch delayed". CarExpert. 19 June 2024. Retrieved 21 June 2024.
- ^ Anderson, Brad (4 April 2024). "Check Out The New Kia EV5 From Every Angle As Global Exports Begin". Carscoops. Retrieved 21 June 2024.
- ^ "The Kia Concept EV5 Debuts To Preview Future SUV". InsideEVs. 20 March 2023. Retrieved 9 May 2024.
- ^ "New Kia EV5 SUV concept hints at electric Sportage successor". Autocar. 20 March 2023. Retrieved 9 May 2024.
- ^ "Kia Global Media Center : The Kia Concept EV5 – Stunning All-electric SUV Concept Showcases Pivotal Next Phase of Kia's Transition to Sustainable Mobility". www.kianewscenter.com. 20 March 2023. Retrieved 9 May 2024.
- ^ "Kia EV5 concept hints at electric Sportage alternative". Motor Authority. 20 March 2023. Retrieved 9 May 2024.
- ^ Bell, Sebastien (20 March 2023). "New Kia EV5 Concept Is The EV9's Compact Electric Brother". Carscoops. Retrieved 9 May 2024.
- ^ "New Kia Concept EV5 previews electric Sportage alternative". Auto Express. 20 March 2023. Retrieved 9 May 2024.
- ^ Opletal, Jiri (14 August 2023). "Kia EV5 production version exposed with BYD battery in China". CarNewsChina.com. Retrieved 22 September 2023.
- ^ Opletal, Jiri (26 August 2023). "Lincoln and Kia launched new cars with BYD batteries in China". CarNewsChina.com. Retrieved 22 September 2023.
- ^ "Kia EV5 breaks cover as electric Sportage-sized SUV". CarExpert. 14 August 2023. Retrieved 22 September 2023.
- ^ Lye, Gerard (26 March 2024). "Bangkok 2024: Kia EV5 launched – four variants; up to 313 PS, 480 Nm, 665 km EV range; priced fr RM162k - paultan.org". Paul Tan's Automotive News. Retrieved 26 March 2024.
- ^ "ราคาพิเศษช่วงเปิดตัว KIA EV5 GT-Line AWD : 1,849,000 บาท | มอเตอร์คู่ 308 แรงม้า แบต 88.1 kWh วิ่งไกล 555 km. (NEDC)". HeadLight Magazine (in Thai). 18 November 2024. Retrieved 20 November 2024.
- ^ Cassidy, Kyle (4 July 2024). "Kia EV5 - priced right for NZ?". NZ Autocar. Retrieved 17 October 2024.
- ^ https://www.zawya.com/en/press-release/companies-news/kia-middle-east-and-africa-marks-official-regional-launch-of-kia-ev5-in-morocco-dvzxz429
- ^ Wong, James (14 October 2024). "2025 Kia EV5 price and specs". CarExpert. Retrieved 17 October 2024.
- ^ https://www.pakwheels.com/blog/paps-24-official-price-specs-features-of-kia-ev5/amp/
- ^ "Kia EV5 - Specification - Electric SUV - Kia Thailand". kia.com/th (in English and Thai). Retrieved 26 March 2024.
- ^ "汽车之家 - 起亚EV5 - 报价大全 - 参数配置". car.autohome.com.cn (in Chinese). Retrieved 26 March 2024.
External links
edit- Official website (in Chinese)