KIA EV5 2025 REVIEW WALKAROUND: FULL SPECS, DETAILS & FIRST IMPRESSIONS

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The Kia EV5 emerges as a compelling contender in the electric SUV market, positioned as a practical and well-equipped alternative to the Sportage. The reviewer highlights its distinctive 'digital tiger face' design, which, while polarizing, is praised for its boldness. Key strengths include a spacious and premium interior, particularly in the top-tier GT-Line S trim, offering ample passenger room and a substantial 566-liter boot (expandable to 1650 liters). Practicality is further enhanced by vehicle-to-load capability and a useful 44-liter frunk for charging cables. The ride quality is noted as impressively smooth and composed, even on poor road surfaces, with minimal road noise. While the current RWD model offers adequate performance with 214 hp, a more powerful AWD GT version is anticipated. The reviewer estimates a real-world winter range of around 250 miles from its 81 kWh battery, falling slightly short of the 329-mile WLTP but deemed sufficient for most users, especially with ultra-rapid charging capabilities (10-80% in under 30 minutes). The reviewer's main criticisms are minor, including the infotainment screen's placement being partially obscured by the steering wheel and the occasional intrusive driver assistance warnings. Overall, the EV5 is presented as a well-engineered, value-driven electric SUV, with the base 'Air' trim at £39,000 being particularly attractive.