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, the Volvo XC40 Recharge Twin Motor was officially introduced in January 2023. It is powered by a 82 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 500 km. The powertrain configuration delivers All-Wheel Drive 300 kW (408 hp), enabling an acceleration of 4.9 sec 0-100 km/h (4.7 sec 0-60 mph) and a top speed of 180 km/h (112 mph). This model is positioned in the market with an estimated price of 55000 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | 2025 | January 2023 |
| Release date | July 2025 | January 2023 |
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Performance
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| Power | Front-wheel drive 90 kW (122 hp) | All-Wheel Drive 300 kW (408 hp) |
| Torque | 250 Nm (184 lb-ft) | 670 Nm (494 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 12.8 sec 0-100 km/h | 4.9 sec 0-100 km/h (4.7 sec 0-60 mph) |
| Top speed | 135 km/h (84 mph) | 180 km/h (112 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 51.5 kWh total | 82 kWh total |
| Battery type | Li-Ion NMC (400V type) | Liquid-cooled Li-ion 400V |
| Driving range | 295 km | 500 km |
| Consumption | 19.2 kWh/100 km | 17.8 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 8 hours |
| Charging station | CCS 100 kW, 10-80% in 30 min | CCS 150 kW max, 10-80% in 27 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) | 4400 x 1863 x 1647 mm (173.2 x 73.3 x 64.8 in) |
| Weight | 2135 kg unladen, 2600 kg gross | 2167 kg unladen, 2650 kg gross |
| Wheels size | R16 | R19, R20 |
| Trunk volume | 1330 l | 419 l, 1328 l max |
| Front trunk | No | 31 l |
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Display
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| Center screen | 12.9" touchscreen | 9.3" touchscreen |
| Driver's display | 7.5" | 12" |
| Head-up display | No | No |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats | Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats |
| Roof | - | Panoramic glass sunroof, tilt & slide |
| Parking aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera |
| Connectivity | Wireless Android Auto and Apple CarPlay | Wired 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 | Side airbags, front and rear, including 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 | 1 front radar, 2 rear corner radars, 1 front camera, 1 rear camera. Lane Keeping Aid, Road Sign Information, Rear Collision Warning, Driver Alert, Rear Auto Brake, Cross Traffic Alert with cyclists and pedestrians detection, High Beam Assist, Assistance at risk of collision |
| Crash tests | 4 stars | - |
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Misc
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| Price | - | 55000 USD |