EV Select buyer's guide: researched from manufacturer data and independent range tests; not a road test. We haven't driven this car for this guide, and it contains no driving impressions or scores.
Current offer: Kia drive-away estimate from $59,990, valid until 31 October 2026 at participating dealers. You also choose either $2,000 cashback or 1.88% p.a. comparison-rate finance (applications by 31 Oct 2026, settled by 14 Nov 2026; not combinable). Offer terms
Price and trims
Kia publishes drive-away estimates for the EV5, not list prices before on-road costs, so that's what we show. The current estimates are valid until 31 October 2026.
| EV5 variant | Drive | Battery | WLTP range | Drive-away estimate |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Air Standard Range | FWD | 64.2 kWh | 400 km | $49,990 |
| Air Long Range | FWD | 88.1 kWh | 555 km | $59,990 |
| Earth | AWD | 88.1 kWh | 500 km | $64,990 |
| GT-Line | AWD | 88.1 kWh | 470 km | $75,990 |
On top of the drive-away price you choose either $2,000 cashback or 1.88% p.a. comparison-rate finance. Applications must be in by 31 October 2026 and settled by 14 November 2026, and the two can't be combined. The Air Long Range is the range-per-dollar pick of the line-up: it has the same battery as the AWD models and the longest WLTP figure.
Battery and range
The Air Long Range has an 88.1 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery, one 160 kW / 310 Nm front motor, and Kia quotes 0–100 km/h in about 8.9 seconds. WLTP range is 555 km at 180 Wh/km combined.
Highway range tests
Bjørn Nyland, 120 km/h: no matching EV5 test is published. Out of Spec Reviews, 70 mph: none. The EV5 isn't sold in the US, so a test is unlikely. We don't substitute results from other Kia models.
Charging
| AC (onboard charger) | 11 kW three-phase; 10–100% about 8 h 10 min on an 11 kW charger |
|---|---|
| DC 10–80% | About 38 min on a 350 kW charger; about 72 min on a 50 kW charger (Kia figures) |
| Peak DC power | Not published by Kia Australia |
| Charging voltage | Works on 400 V and 800 V DC chargers |
Kia's 38-minute figure assumes a 350 kW charger. On a 50 kW unit it takes about 72 minutes, so on road trips it pays to plan stops at high-power sites.
Size, seats and practicality
| Length / width / height | 4,615 / 1,875 / 1,715 mm |
|---|---|
| Wheelbase | 2,750 mm |
| Boot | 513 L seats up, 1,714 L seats folded (VDA) |
| Frunk | 67 L (25 kg limit) |
| Seats | 5 |
| Towing (Air Long Range) | 1,250 kg braked, 750 kg unbraked, 100 kg towball download |
| Towing (Air Standard Range, for comparison) | 300 kg braked and unbraked |
Warranty and servicing
Kia's warranty is 7 years, unlimited km for private buyers. High-voltage EV components are covered for 7 years or 150,000 km. The EV5 sold now is a 2026 model year car, so its battery capacity warranty is 7 years or 150,000 km (to 70% of original capacity). Kia gives 8 years or 160,000 km only to model year 2027 and later vehicles. Kia offers capped-price servicing for up to 7 years or 105,000 km. Ask the dealer for the EV5's per-service prices.
Safety (ANCAP)
Five stars (2024 rating, applies to all variants): adult occupant 88%, child occupant 86%, vulnerable road users 74%, safety assist 82%. ANCAP lists AEB Backover as not available on the base variant. Check which grade you're buying if reversing AEB matters to you.
Rivals to compare
- Tesla Model Y RWD: $58,900 list price, quicker DC charging, smaller battery
- BYD Sealion 7 Premium RWD: $54,990 list price, more power
- XPeng G6: 12-minute 10–80% claim
- Kia EV3 GT-Line: smaller, longer WLTP range
- All Kia EV5 variants in our EV database, or compare every EV on sale
- All EV Select buyer's guides by price
Who it suits, and who should look elsewhere
Good fit: families who want a large boot, real towing capacity (1,250 kg) and a long WLTP range without paying for AWD, plus Kia's 7-year warranty.
Look elsewhere if: fast DC charging matters most (38 minutes is slow next to 800 V rivals), or you want a highway-range test before you buy. There isn't one for the EV5 yet.
FAQ
How much is the Kia EV5 Air Long Range?
Kia's drive-away estimate is from $59,990, valid until 31 October 2026, with a choice of $2,000 cashback or 1.88% p.a. finance.
What is the EV5 Air Long Range's range?
555 km WLTP from an 88.1 kWh LFP battery. No independent highway test of this variant has been published.
How fast does the EV5 charge?
Kia quotes 10–80% in about 38 minutes on a 350 kW charger, about 72 minutes on a 50 kW charger, and 10–100% in about 8 h 10 min on 11 kW AC.
Can the Kia EV5 tow?
The Air Long Range is rated to tow 1,250 kg braked and 750 kg unbraked. The Air Standard Range is limited to 300 kg.
Want a driving impression? Read an independent Australian road test: CarExpert (Aug 2026) ↗. It is the publisher's own work and isn't a source for this guide.