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).
By contrast, making its mark in the electric vehicle market, the Tesla Model 3 Performance was announced in April 2024. Energy is supplied by a 78 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 528 km. When it comes to output, this EV produces All-Wheel Drive 460 kW (625 hp), enabling an acceleration of 3.1 sec 0-100 km/h (2.9 sec 0-60 mph) and a top speed of 262 km/h (163 mph). Pricing for the vehicle starts at approximately 55000 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | 2025 | April 2024 |
| Release date | July 2025 | April 2024 |
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Performance
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| Power | Front-wheel drive 90 kW (122 hp) | All-Wheel Drive 460 kW (625 hp) |
| Torque | 250 Nm (184 lb-ft) | 741 Nm (547 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 12.8 sec 0-100 km/h | 3.1 sec 0-100 km/h (2.9 sec 0-60 mph) |
| Top speed | 135 km/h (84 mph) | 262 km/h (163 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 51.5 kWh total | 78 kWh total |
| Battery type | Li-Ion NMC (400V type) | Liquid-cooled Li-ion NCM (400V type) |
| Driving range | 295 km | 528 km |
| Consumption | 19.2 kWh/100 km | 16.7 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 |
| Charging station | CCS 100 kW, 10-80% in 30 min | Supercharger V3 250 kW max, CCS 250 kW max |
| 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 | 4 door sedan, 5 seats |
| Dimensions | 4695 x 1895 x 1923 mm (184.8 x 74.6 x 75.7 in) | 4720 x 1933 x 1431 mm (185.8 x 76.1 x 56.3 in) |
| Weight | 2135 kg unladen, 2600 kg gross | 1929 kg unladen, 2271 kg gross |
| Wheels size | R16 | R18, R19, R20 |
| Trunk volume | 1330 l | 594 l |
| Front trunk | No | 88 l |
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Display
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| Center screen | 12.9" touchscreen | 15.4" touchscreen |
| Driver's display | 7.5" | No |
| Head-up display | No | No |
| Various | - | 8" rear passengers touchscreen display |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats | Heated and ventilated/cooled front seats, heated rear seats |
| Roof | - | All-glass roof |
| Parking aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera | Front, side, rear cameras, Parking Assist |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | - |
| Miscellaneous | 1-zone climatronic | 360˚ acoustic glass |
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Safety
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| Airbags | Airbags: front, side, rear, head airbag system, driver's knee airbag | 8 airbags: front, side, rear, head airbag system, front seats knee airbags |
| 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 | 3 front, 2 side and 3 rear cameras (up to 250m object detection). Automatic Emergency Braking, Dynamic Brake Lights, Lane Assist, Collision Avoidance Assist, Speed Assist, Lane Departure Avoidance, Traffic Light and Stop Sign Control |
| Self drive | - | Autopilot with full Self-Driving capability |
| Crash tests | 4 stars | - |
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Misc
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| Price | - | 55000 USD |