Kia’s family of 100% electric vehicles has just welcomed a new member, the EV5. The fifth member of the saga – remember, the EV3, EV4, EV6 and EV9 are already on the market – is specifically designed for the next era of electric mobility in Europe by combining bold SUV design with the comfort and performance features expected by drivers on the Old Continent.
The EV5 also brings electric innovation to the C-SUV segment, the largest and fastest-growing segment in Europe. Built on Hyundai Motor Group’s electric vehicle architecture, the Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) with 400V technology, the SUV is 4.61 meters long – nearly 10 centimeters longer than a Sportage, and 30 centimeters more than an EV3 – and its 2,675-meter wheelbase results in a remarkably spacious cabin.
At Kia, they understand that the European EV user needs performance that adapts to changing conditions, starting with the weather. The car is equipped with an 81.4 kWh battery with an advanced heating and cooling function that not only makes cabin heating more efficient but also improves autonomy in cold conditions. In this way, the reliable performance of the device is guaranteed as the energy is stored in different climates on the continent, from Nordic winters to Mediterranean summers.
The EV5 offers up to 530 kilometers of electric range, according to WLTP estimates, in both entry and GT-Line variants. They both support fast charging of up to 150 kW allowing you to recover from 10 to 80% in just 30 minutes. In terms of performance, it can accelerate from 0 to 100 kilometers per hour in 8.4 seconds and reaches a top speed of 170 kilometers per hour.
These two versions that will go on sale first will be followed later by a sports car called the GT and a fourth version with all-wheel drive.
In all cases, the EV5 includes an electric motor that generates 160 kilowatts, or about 218 horsepower, as well as a bi-directional charging function to power small external devices. It also has a simple i-Pedal system that allows you to drive with just one pedal. For his part, he said: Smart Renewal System Plus It improves energy efficiency and driving comfort, using data from the navigation system to automatically adjust braking and speed at intersections or speed limit changes.
Design with functionality
Aesthetically, the new Korean model adopts a design philosophy United opposites From Kia, which in this case comes in a strong, quadrangular shape, with a prominent rear pillar and lighting signature Star map Branding on the front or back. Three wheel options offer visual and practical advantages: 18 or 19 inches for the base model, 19 inches for the stylish EV5 GT-Line, and 20 inches for the sporty EV5 GT.
The cabin has been worked on to meet the practical needs of the European lifestyle. The rear seats can be folded flat to maximize trunk space and create a spacious storage area up to two meters long. Functional solutions, such as the center console with storage space, make the car ideal both in the city and for outdoor activities.
The EV5’s interior creates a living room-like environment. The seats have lumbar support, heating and ventilation. Materials used include recycled PET plastic in the seats and mats, bio-foam in the seats, center console and headrests, as well as BTX-free finishes – benzene, toluene and xylene – on the doors, dashboard and center console.
If we talk about technology, this electric car includes the latest ccNC system —Connected car cockpit– From Kia, it consists of a wide screen that combines 12.3-inch (31 cm) devices, an information and entertainment screen of the same size and a 5.3-inch (13 cm) climate control screen.
Over-the-air (OTA) updates and the Kia Upgrades platform keep the model future-proof with new features and services that will be released over time. Connectivity has been improved, especially regarding the navigation system. The EV5 is equipped with a navigation system connecteda feature that provides the car with real-time map information and is updated every four weeks from server data.
The climate system consists of three zones to ensure the comfort of all occupants, and the improved physical interface provides a stylish look with only a few basic buttons.
Finally, comfort and safety are improved through elements such as Digital key 2.0, fingerprint and stereo recognition Harman Kardon PremiumAll this is again designed to accommodate the tastes of European customers for having intuitive and high-level technology.
Since it could not be otherwise, the user enjoys extensive security features that include seven features AirbagsStructural reinforcements and a range of more advanced advanced driver assistance systems, whose audio notifications have been improved to provide greater driver comfort, have been requested by many customers.
The EV5 will be one of the first Kia models to feature the latest version of the speed limit recognition system. In addition to intelligently adapting the driving speed, the Emergency Adaptive Cruise Control 2 (SCC2) can bring the car to a complete stop if the driver does not respond.
In addition, the rear parking collision avoidance assist system has been expanded to include front and side parking as well. In addition, Highway Driving Assist Type 2 with steering wheel detection helps the driver maintain a safe distance from the vehicle in front, stay in the middle of the lane, change lanes and adjust the lateral position.
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