

James Wong
2025 Kia EV5 Earth AWD review
Pros
- Practical, spacious cabin
- Familiar feel to layout and tech
- Achievable claimed driving range
Cons
- Wobbly urban ride
- Annoying equipment omissions
- Energy efficiency could be better
4 Months Ago
The new Kia EV5 is a Suv Medium Luxury offered in a 5D SUV body style. Available in Australia from $56,770 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the AIR variant and topping out at $71,770 for the Gt-line.
There are 3 variants of the EV5 available in Australia and this generation went on sale in September of 2025.
The Kia EV5 is only available with an electric motor that produces 160kW and 310Nm of torque. Both front-wheel drive and four-wheel drive configurations are available.
The new 2026 EV5 is offered with a 7 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
Transmission
Single-Speed Auto
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Front
Fuel Type
Electric
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Front-wheel Drive
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Retail Price
Transmission
Single-Speed Auto
Driven Wheels
4x4 or Front
Fuel Type
Electric
Body Types
SUV
Powertrain Type
4x4 or Front-wheel Drive
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Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Design, size, and presence on the road
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
The Kia EV5 comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Air and the most expensive being Gt-Line.


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4 Months Ago
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| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,615 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,875 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,715 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm |
| Turning Circle | 11,700 mm |
| Load Capacity | 430 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
Our Kia EV5 Exterior and Dimensions Page has every measurement you need to know exactly how this vehicle will fit your driving, garage, or work needs.




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Kia EV5
The cheapest Kia EV5 is the Air that starts from $56,770.
See all Kia EV5 PricingThe most expensive Kia EV5 is the Gt-Line that starts from $71,770.
See all Kia EV5 PricingThe best towing capacity of a Kia EV5 is 1250 kg offered by the following variants: Air, Earth and Gt-Line.
See all Kia EV5 towing capacityThe largest Kia EV5 is the Air which measures 1875mm wide, 4615mm in length and sits 1715mm tall.
The most powerful Kia EV5 is the Earth which has 230kW of power from its null engine.
The Kia EV5 is built in China and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Kia EV5 is the Gt-Line which weighs 2650 kg (kerb weight).
The Kia EV5 uses Electric.
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