Kia officially unveiled its new compact electric SUV, the EV5, at the Chengdu Motor Show on Friday. The new EV5 is a family-friendly electric SUV influenced by the flagship EV9. Check out the official images below.
Leaked images from the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology (MIIT) showed the new SUV in production form earlier this month that looked eerily similar to the concept (and the EV9).
At the Chengdu Motor Show in China, the Kia EV5 made its global debut, showing a compact EV built for the electric era. Kia says the EV5 “brings a new era of electric mobility to the compact SUV sector to meet the needs of millennial families.”
Taking inspiration from the brand’s new “Opposites United” design philosophy, the same shown in the flagship EV9, the electric SUV arrives with a bold, rugged look.
Up front, you will notice Kia’s new “Tiger Face,” replacing its signature “Tiger Nose” grille shown in older models.
The new design can be seen in every angle with robust fenders and broad shoulder lines. Meanwhile, the pushed-back D-pillars (the rear) give the EV5 more interior space, highlighting the SUV’s versatility.
Toward the back, an extended and lowered spoiler preserves the SUV’s distinctive profile while enhancing aerodynamic efficiency.
