Making its mark in the electric vehicle market, the Opel Astra Electric 58kWh was announced in 2025. At its core, it features a 58 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 454 km. The powertrain configuration delivers Front-wheel drive 115 kW (156 hp), enabling an acceleration of 9.2 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 170 km/h (106 mph). Pricing for the vehicle starts at approximately 38000 USD.
Meanwhile, the Kia PV5 Long Range was officially introduced in 2025. It is powered by a 71.2 kWh total battery, delivering an estimated range of 412 km. In terms of performance, the electric motor generates Front-wheel drive 120 kW (163 hp), enabling an acceleration of 10.6 sec 0-100 km/h and a top speed of 135 km/h (84 mph). For those looking to purchase, the starting price is around 42000 USD.
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Launch
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| Announced | 2025 | 2025 |
| Release date | 2026 | July 2025 |
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Performance
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| Power | Front-wheel drive 115 kW (156 hp) | Front-wheel drive 120 kW (163 hp) |
| Torque | 270 Nm (199 lb-ft) | 250 Nm (184 lb-ft) |
| Acceleration | 9.2 sec 0-100 km/h | 10.6 sec 0-100 km/h |
| Top speed | 170 km/h (106 mph) | 135 km/h (84 mph) |
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Battery
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| Battery capacity | 58 kWh total | 71.2 kWh total |
| Battery type | Li-Ion (400V type) | Li-Ion NMC (400V type) |
| Driving range | 454 km | 412 km |
| Consumption | - | 19.3 kWh/100 km |
| Regenerative braking | 3 modes | Yes |
| Heat pump | Yes | Yes |
| Home charging | Type 2 11 kW | Type 2 7 kW ---Type 2 10.5 kW |
| Charging station | CCS | CCS 120 kW, 10-80% in 30 min |
| Additional | V2L (Vehicle to load) | Vehicle to load (V2L) --- 220V electrical outlet (3.5 KW max) |
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Body
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| Doors & seats | 5 door hatchback, 5 seats | 4 door minivan, 5 seats |
| Dimensions | 4374 x 1860 x 1470 mm (172.2 x 73.2 x 57.9 in) | 4695 x 1895 x 1923 mm (184.8 x 74.6 x 75.7 in) |
| Weight | - | 2215 kg unladen, 2600 kg gross |
| Wheels size | R17, R18 | R16 |
| Trunk volume | - | 1330 l |
| Front trunk | No | No |
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Display
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| Center screen | 10" touchscreen | 12.9" touchscreen |
| Driver's display | 10" | 7.5" |
| Head-up display | Yes | No |
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Comfort
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| Seats | Heated front seats | Heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear seats |
| Roof | Glass sunroof | - |
| Parking aids | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera | Front and rear sensors, 360 camera, reversing camera |
| Connectivity | 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 | Side airbags, front and rear, including head airbag system | Airbags: front, side, rear, head airbag system, driver's knee airbag |
| Driving aids | Adaptive intelligent headlights, Front radar, 5 cameras, Lane Keep Assist, Lane Departure Warning, camera/radar-based automatic emergency braking with pedestrian and bicycles recognition, Traffic Sign Recognition, Side Blind Spot Alert, Drowsiness detection, Rear cross traffic alert | 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 |
| Crash tests | - | 4 stars |
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Misc
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| Price | 38000 USD | 42000 USD |