The Kia PV5 Standard Range officially made its debut in 2025. It is powered by a 51.5 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 295 km. The powertrain configuration delivers Front-wheel drive 90 kW (122 hp), enabling an acceleration of 12.8 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 135 km/h (84 mph).
Looking at its competitor, the BMW iX1 eDrive20 officially made its debut in September 2023. At its core, it features a 64.8 kWh usable, 66.5 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 475 km. In terms of performance, the electric motor generates Front-wheel drive 150 kW (204 hp), enabling an acceleration of 8.6 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 170 km/h (106 mph). Pricing for the vehicle starts at approximately 47000 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | 2025 | September 2023 |
| Release date | July 2025 | October 2023 |
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Performance
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| Power | Front-wheel drive 90 kW (122 hp) | Front-wheel drive 150 kW (204 hp) |
| Torque | 250 Nm (184 lb-ft) | 247 Nm (182 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 12.8 sec 0-100 km/h | 8.6 sec 0-100 km/h |
| Top speed | 135 km/h (84 mph) | 170 km/h (106 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 51.5 kWh total | 64.8 kWh usable, 66.5 kWh total |
| Battery type | Li-Ion NMC (400V type) | Air-cooled Li-ion 400V |
| Driving range | 295 km | 475 km |
| Consumption | 19.2 kWh/100 km | 15.4 kWh/100 km |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Heat pump | Yes | Yes |
| Home charging | Type 2 7 kW --- Type 2 10.5 kW | Type 2 11 kW, 0-100% in 6 hours 30 min |
| Charging station | CCS 100 kW, 10-80% in 30 min | CCS 130 kW max, 10-80% in 29 min |
| Additional | Vehicle to load (V2L) --- 220V electrical outlet (3.5 KW max) | - |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 4 door minivan, 5 seats | 5 door SUV, 5 seats |
| Dimensions | 4695 x 1895 x 1923 mm (184.8 x 74.6 x 75.7 in) | 4500 x 1845 x 1642 mm (177.2 x 72.6 x 64.6 in) |
| Weight | 2135 kg unladen, 2600 kg gross | 1940 kg unladen, 2435 kg gross |
| Wheels size | R16 | R17, R18, R19, R20 |
| Trunk volume | 1330 l | 490 l, 1495 l max |
| Front trunk | No | No |
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Display
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| Center screen | 12.9" touchscreen | 10.3" touchscreen |
| Driver's display | 7.5" | 10.7" |
| Head-up display | No | Yes |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats | Heated and ventilated front seats |
| Roof | - | Panoramic glass sunroof, tilt & slide |
| Parking aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera | 12 front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay |
| Miscellaneous | 1-zone climatronic | - |
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Safety
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| Airbags | Airbags: front, side, rear, head airbag system, driver's knee airbag | Front, side, rear, head airbag system |
| Driving aids | Front radar, cameras, 12 front/rear sensors. Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Keeping Assist, Lane Following Assist, Driver Attention Warning, High Beam Assist, Blind-Spot Collision-Avoidance Assist, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision-Avoidance Assist, Autonomous Emergency Braking with Pedestrian Recognition, Reverse Parking Collision-Avoidance Assist, Front/Rear Parking Distance Warning, Safe Exit Assist, Hands-On Detection | 12 sensors, 4 cameras. Steering and Lane Control Assistant, Automatic Speed Limit Assist, Active Lane Guidance, Park Distance Control, Parking Assistant, Reversing Assistant, Lateral Parking Aid, Front collision warning, High beam assist |
| Crash tests | 4 stars | - |
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Misc
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| Price | - | 47000 USD |