Kia EV5

Kia EV5
2024 Kia EV5 (Chinese production)
Overview
Manufacturer	Kia
Model code	OV [1] [2]
Production	2023–present (China) 2025–present (South Korea)
Assembly	South Korea: Gwangju (Gwangju Plant) [3] China: Yancheng (Jiangsu Yueda Kia Motors) Singapore: Jurong (HMGICS) [4]
Body and chassis
Class	Compact crossover SUV
Body style	5-door SUV
Layout	Front-motor, front-wheel-drive Dual-motor, all-wheel-drive
Platform	Hyundai-Kia N3 eK [5] [6]
Powertrain
Electric motor	Permanent magnet synchronous
Power output	160 kW (215 hp; 218 PS) 230 kW (308 hp; 313 PS)
Battery	60.3 kWh NMC lithium-ion (South Korea production) 64.2 kWh FinDreams LFP (China production) 81.4 kWh NMC lithium-ion (South Korea production) 88.1 kWh FinDreams LFP (China production)
Range	Up to 555 km (345 mi) (WLTP) Up to 665 km (413 mi) (NEDC) Up to 720 km (447 mi) (CLTC)
Plug-in charging	7 kW single-phase (AC, 64.2 kWh) 11 kW three-phase (AC, 81.4/88.1 kWh) 102 kW (DC, 64.2 kWh) 120 kW (DC, 81.4 kWh) 141 kW (DC, 88.1 kWh)
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	1,870–2,229 kg (4,123–4,914 lb)

The Kia EV5 is a battery electric compact crossover SUV produced by South Korean manufacturer Kia since 2023. ^[7] 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.

Overview

A concept car previewing the production version was revealed in China on 20 March 2023, at the brand's EV Day event. ^[8] The concept uses sustainable materials throughout the interior, ^[9] including plant-based materials such as seaweed extract and recycled plastic bottles used on the seat trim, headliner and door and dashboard linings. ^[10]

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, ^[11] also featuring a new version of the brand's trademark 'Digital Tiger Face', incorporating a new lighting signature. ^[12]

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. ^{[13] [14]} For export markets, the EV5 will be equipped with a nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) battery with a capacity of up to 82 kWh. ^[15]

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  Rear view (Chinese production)
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  EV5 GT Line (Thailand; Chinese production)
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  EV5 GT Line (Europe; Korean production)
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  Rear view (GT Line; Europe; Korean production)
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  EV5 Concept
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  Rear view (Concept)

Markets

Australia

The 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. ^[16]

Brazil

The EV5 made its Latin American debut in Brazil in September 2024, in the sole variant using the 88.1 kWh battery pack. ^[17]

Canada

The EV5 will be introduced in Canada at the 2025 Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto. The model is expected to launch in early 2026 with an NACS port. ^[18] Kia confirmed the EV5 will not be sold in the United States. ^[19]

New Zealand

Pricing 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. ^[20]

North Africa

The EV5 was launched in Morocco on 5 September 2024. ^[21]

Pakistan

The EV5 was launched in Pakistan on 25 October 2024. In Pakistan, it is available in two variants: Air (2WD) and Earth (AWD). ^[22]

Singapore

The EV5 was introduced in Singapore at the 2025 Singapore Motor Show on 8 January 2025, and was confirmed to be the first Kia model to be assembled at the Hyundai Motor Group Innovation Center Singapore (HMGICS) facility. ^[4] The EV5 was launched in Singapore on 29 May 2025, with three trim levels: Air, Earth and GT Line. The Air trim use the 64.2 kWh battery pack, while the Earth and GT Line use the 88.1 kWh battery pack. The Air and Earth trims with a power output less than 110 kW (148 hp; 150 PS) eligible for the cheaper Category A Certificate of Entitlement (COE) bracket, while the GT Line trim is eligible for the Category B bracket. ^[23]

Thailand

The 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). ^[24] The GT Line AWD variant was added in November 2024. ^[25]

Powertrain

Type	Battery	Layout	Electric motor		Power	Torque	0–100 km/h (0–62 mph)	Top speed	Range			Calendar years	Note
									WLTP	CLTC	NEDC
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)	400 km (249 mi)	530 km (329 mi)	490 km (304 mi)	2023–present
Long Range	88.1 kWh LFP	FWD	Front	PMSM			8.9 seconds		540–555 km (336–345 mi)	720 km (447 mi)	665 km (413 mi)
	81.4 kWh NMC						8.4 seconds		530 km (329 mi)	N/A	N/A	2025–present	South Korea & Europe
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		500 km (311 mi)	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)	6.3 seconds		470–475 km (292–295 mi)	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: [26] [27] [28]

Sales

Year	China	Thailand
2023	451 [29]
2024	5,716 [30]	416 [31]

References

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25. "ราคาพิเศษช่วงเปิดตัว KIA EV5 GT-Line AWD : 1,849,000 บาท | มอเตอร์คู่ 308 แรงม้า แบต 88.1 kWh วิ่งไกล 555 km. (NEDC)" [Special price during the launch of KIA EV5 GT-Line AWD: 1,849,000 baht | Dual motor 308 horsepower, 88.1 kWh battery, runs 555 km. (NEDC)]. HeadLight Magazine (in Thai). 18 November 2024. Retrieved 20 November 2024.
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29. "【易车销量榜】全国2023年起亚零售量销量榜-易车榜-易车" [[Yiche Sales Ranking] National Kia Retail Sales Ranking in 2023 - Yiche Ranking - Yiche]. Yiche (in Chinese). Retrieved 1 March 2025.
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31. A, Moo Teerapat (4 February 2025). "สรุปยอดขาย C-SUV ปี 2024 / 2567 รวม 12,281 คัน : Honda CR-V ครองแชมป์ ส่วนแบ่งตลาด 68.6%" [Summary of C-SUV sales in 2024 / 2024, total 12,281 units: Honda CR-V is the champion, market share 68.6%]. Autolifethailand.tv (in Thai). Retrieved 2 March 2025.

External links

• Official website (Europe)