{"id":83514,"date":"2025-09-03T17:47:26","date_gmt":"2025-09-03T21:47:26","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/?p=83514"},"modified":"2025-09-03T17:47:26","modified_gmt":"2025-09-03T21:47:26","slug":"kia-ev5-is-the-affordable-electric-suv-we-want-but-cant-have","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/autosector.com\/?p=83514","title":{"rendered":"The Kia EV5 is the affordable electric SUV we want, but can’t have"},"content":{"rendered":"
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Kia launched the EV5 in South Korea, its stylish new Sportage-sized electric SUV. With prices starting at just $35,000, the Kia EV5<\/a> arrives as an affordable SUV that\u2019s built for the masses. But those in the US may never get to see it.<\/p>\n

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Kia launches the EV5 in Korea at an affordable price<\/h2>\n

After opening orders in the UK<\/a> earlier this week, Kia launched the EV5 in its home market of South Korea on Wednesday.<\/p>\n

Like overseas, the electric SUV is available in three variants: Air, Earth, and GT-Line. Powered by an 81.4 kWh battery, the EV5 offers a range of up to 460 km (285 miles). <\/p>\n

A single front-mounted electric motor provides up to 215 hp (160 kW) and 295 Nm max torque. It can also recharge from 10% to 80% in about 30 minutes using a 350 kW charger.<\/p>\n

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The EV5 is 1,875 mm wide, 4,610 mm long, and 1,675 mm tall, with a wheelbase of 2,750 mm, which is slightly smaller than that of the Tesla Model Y. To give you a better idea, that\u2019s 10 mm wider, 70 mm longer, and 30 mm taller than the Kia Sportage. <\/p>\n

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The Kia EV5 (Source: Hyundai Motor Group)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The extended wheelbase provides \u201cbest-in-class\u201d rear passenger space, according to Kia, with 1,041 mm second-row legroom.<\/p>\n

Despite an upright stance like the larger EV9, the EV5 still has a sporty look with Kia\u2019s latest design elements. The vertically stacked LED headlights and slim DRLs with Star Map lighting add to the bold styling.<\/p>\n

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The Kia EV5 boasts \u201cbest-in-class\u201d second row legroom (Source: Hyundai Motor Group)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The interior features Kia\u2019s latest ccNC infotainment system, featuring dual 12.3\u2033 driver cluster and infotainment screens in a panoramic display. Plus, there\u2019s an added 5\u2033 AC display.<\/p>\n

Kia introduced several new features, including a new sound bar and display theme. Through a partnership with Disney, the EV5 will play welcome and goodbye tunes, EV-specific sounds, and more.<\/p>\n

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The interior of the Kia EV5 (Source: Hyundai Motor Group)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

The base EV5 Air starts at 48.55 million won ($35,000) in Korea, while the Earth trim is priced from 52.3 million won ($37,600). Upgrading to the sporty GT-Line costs 53.4 million won ($38,400).<\/p>\n

With government and local subsidies, Kia expects the EV5 to be available for purchase at around 40 million won ($28,800).<\/p>\n

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Starting Price<\/strong><\/td>\nDriving Range<\/strong><\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kia EV5 Air<\/strong><\/td>\n48.55 million won ($35,000)<\/td>\n460 km (285 miles)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kia EV5 Earth<\/strong><\/td>\n52.3 million won ($37,600)<\/td>\n460 km (285 miles)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n
Kia EV5 GT-Line <\/strong><\/td>\n53.4 million won ($38,400)<\/td>\n460 km (285 miles)<\/td>\n<\/tr>\n<\/tbody>\n<\/table>
Kia EV5 prices and driving range by trim in South Korea<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

In comparison, the base Tesla Model Y RWD starts at 52.99 million won ($38,000) and has a driving range of up to 400 km (248 miles).<\/p>\n

Although Kia plans to launch the EV5 in North America, it will be exclusively sold in Canada. We\u2019ve seen a few EV5 models testing in the US<\/a>, sparking speculation (or hope) that it could arrive, but don\u2019t get your hopes up too soon. The last official statement<\/a> from Kia still says the EV5 will be exclusive to Canada in the North American market.<\/p>\n

What do you think of Kia\u2019s new electric SUV? Would you buy one in the US? With Trump\u2019s tariff war, don\u2019t get your hopes up.<\/p>\n

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