New Kia EV5 mid-size electric SUV pricing revealed

The EV5 is due to hit the road in New Zealand in the next few months, with a prototype currently touring showrooms in the region during April and May. It appears that only long-range versions will be offered in the country with an 88.1 kWh battery for a WLTP range of 540 km (~335 miles) and a 141 kW DC charging rate. The entry-level Light is a front-wheel drive model with a 160 kW motor and up to 310 Nm torque. Standard features include smart cruise control, Kia’s Highway Driving Assist 2 and front and rear parking sensors. The Light+ is priced at NZ$70,450, adding more advanced features like a 360° camera, blind-spot view monitor and remote smart park assist.

Next in the line-up are the Earth FWD and Earth AWD, with the latter adding a second 70 kW motor at the rear for a total output of 230 kW and 480Nm torque. There are more upgrades here versus the Light trims, like heated front seats, a heads-up display and a Vehicle-to-load (V2L) feature. The Earth FWD and Earth AWD retail for NZ$75,450 and $80,450, respectively. The range-topping EV5 GT costs NZ$85,450 and is expected to have a combined 313hp output from the dual motors and a 0 to 60 mph (~100 kph) acceleration time of 6.5 seconds. The specifications of the Kia EV5 for other countries like Australia, Canada and Mexico are likely to be somewhat similar.