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Kia EV5

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Kia EV5
Overview
ManufacturerKia
Model codeOV[1][2]
Production2023–present (China)
AssemblyChina: Yancheng (Jiangsu Yueda Kia Motors)
Singapore: Jurong (HMGICS)[3]
Body and chassis
ClassCompact crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
Layout
PlatformHyundai-Kia N3 eK[4][5]
Powertrain
Electric motorPermanent magnet synchronous
Power output
  • 160 kW (215 hp; 218 PS)
  • 230 kW (308 hp; 313 PS)
Battery
Range
  • Up to 665 km (413 mi) (NEDC)
  • Up to 720 km (447 mi) (CLTC)
Plug-in charging
  • 7 kW single-phase (AC)
  • 11 kW three-phase (AC, Long Range)
  • 102 kW (DC)
  • 141 kW (DC, Long Range)
Dimensions
Wheelbase2,750 mm (108.3 in)
Length4,615 mm (181.7 in)
Width1,875 mm (73.8 in)
Height1,715 mm (67.5 in)
Curb weight1,870–2,130 kg (4,123–4,696 lb)

The Kia EV5 is a electric compact Crossover SUV made by Kia since 2023.

History and Features

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The Kia EV5 was previewed by a concept car at Kia's EV day event in March 2023.[6] it was then launched in at the Chengdu Auto Show in August.[7] its the third model from Kia's EV electric vehicle range and is made by Jiangsu Yueda Kia Motors it has a electric motor with 160 or 230 kW (215 or 308 hp) and a range of 665 km or 720 km (413 mi or 447 mi).

The Kia EV5 is sold in China, Thailand,[8]Morocco,[9] Australia,[10] New Zealand,[11] Pakistan,[12] Latin America, South Korea and Singapore, and it will be launched in Canada in 2026,[13] although it will not be sold in the United States.[14]

References

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  1. Lopez, Jose Antonio (2023-08-01). "Production Version of KIA EV5 Spotted in China". The Korean Car Blog. Retrieved 2023-11-30.[permanent dead link]
  2. "Kia Concept EV5: Schon wieder ein neues Elektroauto von Kia". InsideEVs Deutschland (in German). Retrieved 2023-11-30.
  3. Wong, Derryn (2025-01-08). "Kia to debut made-in-Singapore EV5 as part of Apac EV strategy". The Business Times. Retrieved 2025-01-09.
  4. "2025 Kia EV5: Tesla Model Y rival's Australian launch delayed". CarExpert. 2024-06-19. Retrieved 2024-06-21.
  5. Anderson, Brad (2024-04-04). "Check Out The New Kia EV5 From Every Angle As Global Exports Begin". Carscoops. Retrieved 2024-06-21.
  6. "New Kia EV5 SUV concept hints at electric Sportage successor". Autocar. March 20, 2023. Retrieved 2024-05-09.
  7. Bell, Sebastien (March 20, 2023). "New Kia EV5 Concept Is The EV9's Compact Electric Brother". Carscoops. Retrieved 2024-05-09.
  8. Lye, Gerard (2024-03-26). "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 2024-03-26.
  9. https://www.zawya.com/en/press-release/companies-news/kia-middle-east-and-africa-marks-official-regional-launch-of-kia-ev5-in-morocco-dvzxz429
  10. Wong, James (2024-10-14). "2025 Kia EV5 price and specs". CarExpert. Retrieved 2024-10-17.
  11. Cassidy, Kyle (2024-07-04). "Kia EV5 - priced right for NZ?". NZ Autocar. Retrieved 2024-10-17.
  12. https://www.pakwheels.com/blog/paps-24-official-price-specs-features-of-kia-ev5/
  13. "Kia EV5 Confirmed for Canada, U.S. to Skip". The Car Guide. 2025-01-30. Retrieved 2025-02-01.
  14. "Kia EV5 to Launch Exclusively in Canada for North America". Motor Illustrated. 2025-01-31. Retrieved 2025-02-01.