Overview

• Kia began sales of the EV5 in South Korea, confirming production at its Gwangju plant for both domestic use and export to Europe and Canada.
• The Korea‑spec EV5 uses an 81.4 kWh CATL nickel‑cobalt‑manganese battery with a 160 kW front‑motor setup, delivering up to 460 km on a charge.
• New driver‑assist functions include acceleration suppression assist and Pedal Misapplication Prevention to reduce unintended rapid acceleration at low speeds.
• Pricing in Korea starts at 48.55 million won before subsidies, with orders opening Thursday and first deliveries slated for the fourth quarter.
• Kia plans similar specifications for Canada with a launch expected around 2026, and the company does not plan a U.S. release for this model.