Kia today has its latest electric car (EV). Kia EV5 introduced the model. If you think it looks familiar, it’s because the new EV5 borrows heavily from the design of its big brother, the EV9. In other words, it would not be wrong to call the EV5 a mini EV9.
According to the official press release, the EV5 features a design inspired by both natural landscapes and modern architecture. ‘Tiger Face’ The term is not about jungle adventures but about Kia’s innovative design, and the EV5 showcases it splendidly. Also to this “Signature Star Map Illumination” added, you are traveling through a constellation – or at least that’s the point. Whichever way we look, we can’t help but see the EV9 – but of course I don’t mean it in a bad way.
Dimensions matter in the SUV category, and the EV5 seems to have positioned itself a bit low. with 4,615 mm Tesla Model Y135 mm shorter than the . New with Model Y with 2,750mm wheelbase Hyundai Kona Electric is among.
When it comes to color options for the new EV5, it looks like Kia has done everything. shining ‘Snow White Pearl’, ‘Starry Night Black’, ‘Ivory Silver’ and down to the daring ‘Magma Red’, Kia is not shy, at least when it comes to names. But remember, it’s not about looks.
Have you ever thought of your car as an extension of your living room? Neither did we, until now. Kia redesigns vehicle interiors, transforming the space of the EV5 into a view that resembles the living room of your home. Imagine sitting in your car as if it were your favorite seat.
This mobile lounge comes with ambient lighting. Looking to relax after a busy day? Adjust the brightness, choose a soothing color and let the ambiance take your worries away. Think disco lights but more sophisticated.
Today’s teaser is all about design, so we’ll have to wait a little longer for official powertrain specifications. But thanks to Chinese market approval procedures, the Kia EV5 has only one Kona-matched 160 kW We already know that it will be powered by the electric motor (218 PS). Electrons will be supplied from the Blade battery pack supplied by BYD. It is not yet clear whether the global specs will differ from the Chinese version.
Kia plans to officially launch the EV5 on Kia EV Day in October this year, and its first market is expected to be China. The world craves compact electric SUVs, and Kia’s timing is perfect. Let’s see if they can get the pricing right!
I want to make a little reminder. I would like to point out that if it comes with 160 kW horsepower due to the tax system in our country, it corresponds to 10% SCT.