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2025 Kia EV5 GT-Line review
The range-topping version of Kia's new mid-size electric SUV has loads of spec and tech, dual-motor AWD and a stylish look. What’s the catch?
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Matt Campbell
Kia EV5 vs Honda HR-V Comparison
Kia EV5
Honda HR-V
2025 Kia
EV5
vs
2025 Honda
HR-V
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How they stack...
CarExpert Rating
CarExpert Rating
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Very Good
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Based on the Kia EV5 GT-LINE AWD LR
Based on the Honda HR-V e:HEV X
Best suitable for...
Driving the family
City drivingFuel Efficiency
NA
40L
172 to 248 km
Warranty
7 year
warranty
warranty
8 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
$56,770 - $71,770
$33,044 - $40,811
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CarExpert's Take
Matt Campbell
Senior Contributor
Matt Campbell drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Looks way smarter than other EV5s
- Dual-motor AWD adds perk and performance
- Spacious and thoughtful interior inclusions
Misses
- Not that fun to drive
- Frustrating safety technology
- Pricey compared to other China-made EVs
Max Davies
Marketplace Journalist
Max Davies drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Top-notch build quality
- Quietly efficient driving
- Versatile second-row Magic Seats
Misses
- Only four seats
- Not quite as sturdy as a ZR-V
- A bit expensive for what you get
Colours Available
The HR-V is available in the following colours:
- Premium Opal pearlescent
- Platinum White pearlescent
- Crystal Black pearlescent
- Meteoroid Grey metallic
- Premium Crystal Red metallic
All colours are a no cost option.
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Specs
| Type | ||
| - | - | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| - | 1498 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| - | 1.5L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| - | 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| - | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 160kW - 230kW | 89kW - 96kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| - | 4000 - 6600 | |
| Torque | ||
| 310Nm - 480Nm | 145Nm - 253Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| - | 4300 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | - | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
