Kia EV5

The Kia EV5 is a battery electric compact crossover SUV produced by Kia since 2023. 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 Yueda Kia.

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

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, also featuring a new version of the brand's trademark 'Digital Tiger Face', incorporating a new lighting signature.

The EV5 is powered by a lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery produced by FinDreams, and a 160 kW electric motor with 310 Nm maximum torque. For export markets, the EV5 will be equipped with a nickel-manganese-cobalt (NMC) battery with a capacity of up to 82 kWh.

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 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.