units in 2025 to 4.25 million units by 2030. Kia will diversify its growth engines by introducing new model types—such as EVs, PBVs, and pickup trucks. EV: Building on the success of its flagship EV6 and EV9 models, Kia will expand its mass-market EV lineup with the introduction of the EV3, EV4, EV5, and EV2. To optimize its supply chain, Kia will expand local EV production in key regions. Korea will serve as the global hub for EV development ...

News  Updated at: 2025/04/10

Kia announces 2026 EV5 exclusively for Canadian market in North America On January 30, Kia’ announced that its 2026 EV5 will make its official Canadian debut at the Canadian International Auto Show in Toronto, running from February 14 to 23, and will be available in Canadian dealerships in early 2026. The EV5 compact crossover will be exclusively available for North America in Canada, meaning it will not be offered in the U.S. as it will not be...

News  Updated at: 2025/02/01

lectric and hybrid models, which make up over 70% of the lineup.  Among the highlight models at the show were Audi Q6 e-tron, the all-new BMW 1 Series, BYD Sealion 7, Deepal S07, Yangwang U9, the all-new Self-Charging Honda Accord e:HEV, the all-new Hyundai Tucson AWD N Line, Jaecoo J6 e-CUBE, KIA EV5, the all-new Mazda CX-80, Neta X and Neta AYA, the all-new Nissan Qashqai, the new ORA 07, smart #5, Toyota GR Yaris Automatic, the all-new Xpeng ...

News  Updated at: 2025/01/15

Kia Brazil launches EV5 as first fully electric vehicle On August 27, Kia Brazil introduced its first fully electric model in the country, the EV5 SUV. The EV5 provides a range of 402 km (Inmetro) or 550 km (WLTP) thanks to its high-voltage lithium iron phosphate blade battery with a 88.2 kWh capacity, along with a low-voltage 12V lead-acid auxiliary battery. The main battery powers the electric motor, delivering 217.5 hp and 31.6 kgfm of torque....

News  Updated at: 2024/08/30

Kia announces plans for Brazilian market On August 28, it was announced that Kia Brazil plans to import vehicles from Mexico as a strategy to avoid paying import taxes starting in late 2025. Following the presentation of the EV5, Kia Brazil's president, José Luiz Gandini, announced that the next model to be launched is the EV9, also electric, with sales expected to begin in December 2024, followed by the diesel Sorento in early 2025. It was also...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/30

Kia launches Kia EV5 in Morocco On August 27, Kia Middle East and Africa launched the Kia EV5, held in Rabat, Morocco. The EV5, built on the advanced platform, offers both 2WD and AWD configurations. It is equipped with a 310 hp engine and offers two LFP battery options, 64.2 kWh and 88.1 kWh, delivering an estimated range of up to 550 km. The vehicle can accelerate from 0 to 100 kmph in 6.1 seconds. It also supports ultra-fast charging, allowi...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/28

Dayou A-Tech receives order for seat assemblies for Kia EV5 South Korea’s Dayou A-Tech Co., Ltd. announced that it received an order for seat assemblies from South Korea’s car seat manufacturer, Hyundai Transys Ltd. This product will be used for the Kia EV5 electric sports utility vehicle (SUV) produced at the Kia plant in Gwangju. The contract term and the size of the order are unpublicized. (From a press release on August 12, 2024)...

News  Updated at: 2024/08/16

l hubs and places a single compact motor near each wheel to empower it with a completely independent driving force. Electric vehicles equipped with the system offer a larger passenger space and a longer range. Furthermore, blockbuster models under Kia’s electrification transformation, such as the EV5, the EV6, the Sportage, the Seltos, and the Carnival; a Kia Level 4 intelligent driver assistance technology; and cutting-edge technologies in the...

News  Updated at: 2024/05/07

n options offered for most of the brand’s major models. Kia’s mid-to-long-term business strategy retains a focus on electrification and PBV growth, backed by a total of 15 EV models by 2027. Kia will launch six EV models by 2026, starting with the upcoming EV3 in 2024, followed by EV2, EV4, and EV5 in major markets, including the U.S., Europe, and South Korea. In emerging markets, the company will deploy two region-specified EVs, such as Care...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/10

Mass production of Kia EV5 SUV for export starts at Yancheng 4.0 Intelligent Manufacturing Plant On April 3, Kia China announced that the mass production of the EV5 SUV for export to countries such as Australia recently started at the 4.0 Intelligent Manufacturing Plant in Yancheng, Jiangsu. The EV5, the core model under Kia’s electrification transformation, is based on the E-GMP electric vehicle-dedicated platform and is available in two varia...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/08

BIMS 2024: Kia EV5 electric SUV officially launched in Thailand Reported on March 27, 2024, Kia EV5 mid-sized electric SUV has officially been launched in Thailand at the 45th Bangkok International Motor Show. Available in 4 variants, Light, Air, Earth Long Range, and Earth Exclusive AWD, the EV5 is priced from THB 1,249,000 (Special Launch Price until April 30). The Light and Air variants come equipped with a 64.2 kWh battery and a 160-kW/310 Nm...

News  Updated at: 2024/04/01

JAC No.1 Truck starts accepting pre-orders for Shuailing EV5 electric truck On March 11, JAC No.1 Truck started accepting pre-orders for the Shuailing EV5 battery electric light-duty truck, which has a starting pre-order price of CNY 129,800. Equipped with a Prestolite flat wire motor (130kW/360Nm) and a 3rd-generation 81kWh battery pack from a well-known brand, the Shuailing EV5 delivers a range of over 180km, a charging time of less than 30 min...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/14

Kia EV9 officially launched in Thailand; Kia EV5 showcased ahead of official local unveiling On March 1, 2024, Kia Sales Thailand officially launched the Kia EV9 6-seater flagship electric SUV in 2 variants, the Earth Long Range and the GT-Line AWD, priced from THB 3.499 million and THB 3.899 million, respectively. The EV9 is the first mid-size SUV based on Kia’s Electric–Global Modular Platform (E-GMP). It comes equipped with a 99.8-kWh bat...

News  Updated at: 2024/03/04

stment will be used for the development and production of hybrid, electric and green-hydrogen vehicles. The Group aim to promote the development of locally tailored eco-friendly vehicles and establish a new organization for hydrogen projects in Central and South America. It will also launch the Kia EV5, which is scheduled to be mass-produced this year, and continue to expand its Brazilian electrification lineup. Also, as part of the response to t...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/24

Kia China launches 720km-range EV5 electric SUV On February 1, Kia China officially launched three 720km-range variants for the EV5, the first Kia intelligent battery electric SUV for the global market to be debuted and launched in China. Prices range from CNY 184,800 to CNY 225,800. Developed based on the E-GMP (Electric Global Modular Platform), the 720km-range EV5 is powered by an 88.1kWh lithium-iron phosphate battery and a 160kW/310Nm front ...

News  Updated at: 2024/02/02

efficient energy network. Through collaborations with Kia's R&D center in South Korea and Kia Connect in Frankfurt, Germany, three new offerings: Solar Panels, Energy by Vattenfall, and Smart Charging are added to the Kia Charge portfolio. Future models, including the EV3 Concept, EV4 Concept, and EV5, will follow EV 9 features i.e., bi-directional technology, enables V2G and V2H, enhancing the overall customer charging experience and addressing...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/18

Kia EV5 electric SUV officially rolls off production line On November 28, the EV5 compact battery electric SUV officially rolled off the production line at Jiangsu Yueda Kia Motors Co., Ltd. (Jiangsu Yueda). As the first Kia global strategic model debuted in China and a special model to commemorate the 80th anniversary of Kia Motors Corp. in 2024, the EV5 adopts a bold boxy exterior design and is equipped with features such as an advanced and ef...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/01

New Kia Seltos launched in Philippines; 4 new models confirmed for 2024 including Kia EV5 Reported on November 30, 2023, Kia Philippines has introduced the new 2024 Seltos compact crossover. It comes with a revised front fascia that is stronger and a new grille, headlights, and new 17-inch alloy wheels. Imported from South Korea, it is priced from PHP 1,198,000. The new Seltos is available in 2 engine options. The normally-aspirated 1.5-liter Sma...

News  Updated at: 2023/12/01

Auto Guangzhou 2023: Kia launches standard-range EV5 electric SUV On November 17, at the Auto Guangzhou 2023, Kia debuted and launched the new EV5 compact battery electric SUV, putting on sale its standard-range edition first. Prices range from CNY 149,800 to CNY 174,800. The long-range and GT-Line editions will be launched in March and July 2024, respectively. Powered by a permanent magnet synchronous motor (total power 160kW and total torque 31...

News  Updated at: 2023/11/23

Kia reveals EV5 and two concept models at Kia EV Day On October 12, Kia unveiled three new small- to medium-sized electric models at the brand’s annual Kia EV Day in Korea. During the event, the brand presented its vision of ‘EVs for all’ and strategy to expand its EV model line-up significantly and rapidly. The presentation featured the debut of the EV5, a compact electric SUV as well as the introduction of two concept models. The Kia Conc...

News  Updated at: 2023/10/13