Kia reveals more of its EV5 all-electric SUV

Kia has fully unveiled its EV5 electric SUV at its first annual Kia EV Day.

The new all-electric SUV is based on the same E-GMP platform that underpins products including the Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6 and the Kia EV6, and is set to be built in China and Korea.

The Kia EV5 is based on the same E-GMP platform that the Ioniq 5, Ioniq 6 and the Kia EV6 are all built upon

Three variants of the Kia EV5 are set to be offered in China, starting from the 'standard' model, which gets a 64kWh battery pack and a 215bhp electric motor. This variant is expected to deliver a driving range of 530km according to the Chinese Light-Duty Vehicle Test Cycle (CLTC).

A 'long-range' model will also be offered, that utilises an 88kWh battery alongside the same 215bhp electric motor. This model will give a range of 720km per charge. A 'long-range AWD' model will also feature an 88kWh battery, but gets its 215bhp electric motor at the front axle paired with a 94bhp electric motor at the rear axle, allowing the car to deliver a total system output of 308bhp. Kia is targeting a driving range of 650km based on the CLTC testing standard for this variant.

A 'GT' variant is also set to join this lineup, said to offer more performance features and a yet more engaging driving experience, although more information will only be revealed by Kia for this variant at a later date.

The car will get a Panoramic Wide Display that combines a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 12.3-inch infotainment system in its cabin

In the cabin, the Kia EV5 gets a spacious cabin that utilises connected car Navigation Cockpit infotainment system. This infotainment system utilises a Panoramic Wide Display, which combines a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 12.3-inch infotainment system, along with a 5.0-inch climate control display. The system will also be able to receive over-the-air software updates.

A new Unified Graphical User Interface is said to be applied so the car's audio-visual, navigation, and telematics screens, so they all display available information in a consistent manner.

A choice of seats featuring eco-friendly recycled PET fabric and Bio-PU leather coverings will be offered with the Kia EV5. These will also be available with a four-mode massage function, which will allow passengers to truly relax while the vehicle is being charged.

Families will also be able to transform the rear of the vehicle into a bedroom thanks to the car's 0-degree, full-flat folding second-row camping seats. These pair with a food cooler/warmer in the rear console, which can be used to keep takeout breakfast warm during commutes, or to store ice-cold drinks during tips in warm weather. A Multi Table luggage board which can instantly be transformed into a table is also available within the Kia EV5.