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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?
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Matt Campbell
Kia EV5 vs Mitsubishi Pajero Sport Comparison
Kia EV5
Mitsubishi Pajero Sport
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2025 Kia
EV5
vs
2025 Mitsubishi
Pajero Sport
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Driving the family
City driving
Long distance drivingFuel Efficiency
NA
68L
544 km
Warranty
7 year
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10 year
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MSRP
$56,770 - $71,770
$44,940 - $64,840
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CarExpert's Take
Matt Campbell
Senior Contributor
Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Looks way smarter than other EV5s
- Dual-motor AWD adds perk and performance
- Spacious and thoughtful interior inclusions
Misses
- Not that fun to drive
- Frustrating safety technology
- Pricey compared to other China-made EVs
James Wong
Marketplace Editor
James Wong drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Agreeable daily driver
- Capable off-roader
- 10-year conditional warranty
Misses
- Tech suite feels ancient
- Performance and towing lags behind rivals
- Not that cheap in this spec
Colours Available
White is the standard colour, with all other shades costing $740 with the exception of White Diamond, a $940 option.
The optional shades are:
- Sterling Silver metallic
- Graphite Grey metallic
- Black Mica pearlescent
- Dark Blue pearlescent
- Terra Rossa pearlescent
- White Diamond prestige
The GSR is available only in White Diamond or Black Mica, while the base GLX isn’t available in White Diamond, Black Mica or Dark Blue.
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Specs
| Type | ||
| - | TURBO | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| - | 2442 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| - | 2.4L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| - | 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| - | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 160kW - 230kW | 133kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| - | 3500 | |
| Torque | ||
| 310Nm - 480Nm | 430Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| - | 2500 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | 105.1 | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
