Kia has revealed a new electric compact SUV called the 2025 Kia EV5. That wears the same clothes as the larger EV9 crossover. While Kia has confirmed that the EV5 will be sold in China, South Korea, Canada and Mexico, it has explained that the SUV will not make it to the US market because of production-related complications of the 2022 deflationary law. That changed how EVs sold in the US are incentivized The EV5 uses the same underpinnings as Kia’s other new EV models, including the company’s fast-charging, 800-volt electrical architecture.
Single and dual-motor versions may be offered, and Kia may also offer buyers the option of standard and long-range battery packs. Inside, a 12.3-inch digital gauge cluster, a 12.3-inch infotainment touchscreen and a 5.0-inch climate control touchscreen mean almost everything is a screen. The version we saw during Kia’s EV Day event in Seoul, South Korea had a second row that folds flat into a small bed for camping.
In the event of a change in strategy, should Kia opt to introduce the 2025 Kia EV5 to the U.S. market, the electric SUV will slot under the gasoline-powered Seltos crossover and the midsize EV6.
Prices for the 2025 Kia EV5 are expected to start around $40,000 and go up to $54,000 depending on trim and options.
In terms of appearance, as a concept model, its overall design is very avant-garde and exaggerated. Specifically, the 2025 Kia EV5 concept version follows Kia’s new design concept “Opposites United”, with a fully enclosed front grille and a light group with rich lines and layers, making the front face of this car look sporty. The car uses a large trapezoidal air intake and is matched with a blackened front bumper made of matte material, making it young and fashionable.
Looking from the side of the body, the new car has a roofline that tends to be straight, allowing for better headroom inside the car. The front and rear fenders slightly protrude from the body, giving it a full sense of muscle. At the rear, the car uses a similar double J-style taillight group, paired with the central Kia brand logo, which greatly improves the visual hierarchy of this car.
In terms of interiors, compared with the “three major” designs that are accustomed to the new domestic forces such as large sofas, large color TVs, and large refrigerators. The interior design of the 2025 KIA EV5 is quite satisfactory and cannot touch the excitement of domestic consumers in China.
The trunk of the 2025 KIA EV5 is somewhat interesting. In the camping scene, the expansion board can store items and enjoy food, and the rear seats can be completely folded flat, allowing a family of four to sit and chat . There is also a power outlet in the trunk, which can be used to place a low-power car refrigerator. In the hot summer, you can still have a cool drink .
2025 Kia EV5 is equipped with an electric motor with a total power of 160KW and a total torque of 310N.m. It has good acceleration, excellent cruising range and good power performance.
2025 Kia EV5 also has the help of the E-GMP pure electric new energy exclusive platform. Therefore, the 64.2kWh battery pack can replenish the remaining power from 30% to 80% in only 27 minutes in fast charging mode. After being fully charged, the corresponding The CLTC pure electric cruising range is more than 530km; and, relying on the second-generation battery intelligent temperature control management system, 2025 Kia EV5 can adapt to different climates in the north and south of China.
The high-efficiency heat pump standard on the entire series makes Kia EV5 more confident in winter! Coupled with the 5-level adjustable intelligent kinetic energy recovery system, the problem of range anxiety can almost be completely solved.
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