The first spy photos of Kia’s new mid-sized electric SUV have emerged. Images shared by Korean Car Blog and Chinese media reveal that the vehicle looks very similar to the concept that previewed it shortly ahead of its reveal. It is expected that Kia will reveal its Sportage-sized EV5 at the Chengdu motor show, which commences on August 25, 2023. Based on the Concept EV5, it is expected that Kia will employ a version of the Digital Tiger Face front-end styling that also features on the EV9. Kia may have adjusted the LED daytime running light and headlight design of the Concept EV5 to more closely resemble the EV9. Likewise, there is a different wheel design on this prototype that more closely resembles that of the EV9. According to Korean Car Blog, Kia may use a 400V electrical architecture, which would make the EV5 more affordable compared to the larger EV6 and EV9, which use an 800V system. The EV5 will reportedly use lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery technology in China, while other markets are expected to receive a nickel manganese cobalt (NMC) battery. Customers outside China are expected to receive an 82kWh battery, which is larger than the EV6’s 77.4kWh battery pack. The EV5 could have up to 600km of range. The EV5 will initially focus on the Chinese market but will be offered globally in both left- and right-hand drive. Kia Australia has not confirmed if the EV will be sold locally, but has expressed interest in the EV5 if it becomes available. It is worth noting that the EV5 will not ride on the brand’s E-GMP architecture, like the EV6 and EV9, but on a new platform designed for more affordable EVs. Kia plans to reveal 14 new EVs between 2023 and 2027. If the EV5 comes to Australia, it will enter a growing market of electric SUVs, including the Tesla Model Y. Kia also plans to have coverage in all major segments for electric vehicles, including passenger cars, by 2027.
Sneak Peek: Kia’s Upcoming Mid-Sized Electric SUV Caught On Camera
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