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James Wong
Kia EV5 GT: Go-fast electric SUV a no-go for Australia
The high-performance Kia EV5 GT is unlikely to be sold in this market, and the brand's local product boss explains why.
2 Hours Ago
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Kia EV5 Comparison
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.
Latest Kia EV5 News and Reviews
James Wong
Kia EV5 GT: Go-fast electric SUV a no-go for Australia
The high-performance Kia EV5 GT is unlikely to be sold in this market, and the brand's local product boss explains why.
2 Hours Ago
James Wong
Kia driving Australian Open 2026 with more EVs than ever before
Kia is celebrating a milestone 25 years as a major partner with the Australian Open, with this year's player vehicle fleet including 55 EVs.
18 Days Ago
Derek Fung
Kia EV3 GT, EV4 GT, EV5 GT sporty models unveiled
Kia has given the GT treatment to its EV3 and EV5 SUVs, and EV4 sedan and hatch, all of which made their debuts in Brussels this weekend.
22 Days Ago
Marton Pettendy
Tough Kia EV5 WKNDR concept won’t ruin the weekend
The Korean brand has given its mid-size electric SUV an all-terrain makeover and it's reportedly destined for production.
2 Months Ago
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James Wong
2025 Kia EV5 Earth AWD review
The Kia EV5 is Australia's favourite EV from a legacy brand. Is the mid-spec Earth and its 230kW dual-motor drivetrain the pick of the range?
6 Months Ago
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Matt Campbell
2025 Kia EV5 GT-Line review
The range-topping version of Kia's new mid-size electric SUV has loads of spec and tech, dual-motor AWD and a stylish look. What’s the catch?
7 Months Ago
James Wong
Kia EV3 and EV5 to drive record EV sales for Korean brand
Kia Australia's product boss is projecting record electric vehicle sales for the Korean brand in 2025, thanks to the new EV3 and EV5 SUVs.
10 Months Ago
William Stopford
Don't want a Tesla Model Y? Try these instead
If you're for whatever reason turned off by the idea of buying a Tesla Model Y, here are some electric (and hybrid) alternatives to consider.
11 Months Ago