Kia EV5

Anyone who has outgrown a small electric hatchback and does not need the seven seats of an EV9 will find the EV5 aimed squarely at them. It is a mid-size SUV with generous headroom and legroom, a 566 litre boot and a frunk, designed around the routine of a busy family: school runs in the week, longer drives at the weekend. Kia says the front-wheel-drive car with the 81.4 kWh battery reaches up to 329 miles on the WLTP cycle.

Range, batteries and charging

The 329-mile figure applies to the front-wheel-drive car on 18 inch wheels. The GT-Line on 19 inch wheels is rated at up to 313 miles, which shows how much wheel size matters to range. Peak DC charging is 150 kW, and a 10 to 80 percent charge takes about 30 minutes on a 400V charger delivering at least 150 kW. An all-wheel-drive version is available with more power and a higher towing limit, and Kia quotes a towing capacity of up to 1,800 kg for a braked trailer.

Inside and on the road

Kia describes the cabin as spacious, with a large boot and a front trunk. Even the entry Air trim has a 12.3 inch driver display, a 12.3 inch navigation touchscreen, heated front seats and a heated steering wheel. Higher trims add a power tailgate, ventilated seats, a head-up display and a Harman Kardon sound system. The GT has dual-motor all-wheel drive with 301 bhp and a 0 to 62 mph time of 6.2 seconds.

Trims and price

Five trims are sold in the UK. The Air costs from £39,345, the GT-Line £42,645, the Storm £43,145, the GT-Line S £47,145 and the GT £54,295.

Safety, software and warranty

Euro NCAP awarded the EV5 five stars in 2025. Driver aids include Smart Cruise Control 2.0, Highway Driving Assist 2.0 and Lane Following Assist 2.0, both with hands-on detection, and Remote Smart Parking Assist 2.0. Over-the-air updates cover maps and infotainment, and the Kia App combines Kia Connect and Kia Charge. The manufacturer warranty is seven years or 100,000 miles, and Kia guarantees 70 percent battery capacity.

Key facts

• Range: up to 329 miles (WLTP, front-wheel drive, 18 inch wheels)
• Battery: 81.4 kWh
• Charging: 150 kW peak, 10 to 80 percent in about 30 minutes
• Safety: Euro NCAP, 5 stars (2025)
• UK price from: £39,345 (Air)