The lazy way to describe the EV5 is as an electric Sportage. The EV5, at its best in basic Earth 2 specification, offers a maximum claimed range of 530kmBut I digress. Our thus-far brief test drive shows the Kia EV5 should manage around 430kmNow this needs a bit of clarification and nuance. In our experience, the VW’s real-world range is more like 450km, while the Kia EV5 – at least according to our thus-far brief test drive – should manage around 430km. Basically, the EV5 looks and feels like a slightly smaller EV9, rather than an upsized EV3, and that’s the right way to do it.

Source: The Irish Times December 31, 2025 16:01 UTC