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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 Suzuki Jimny Comparison
Kia EV5
Suzuki Jimny
2025 Kia
EV5
vs
2025 Suzuki
Jimny
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How they stack...
CarExpert Rating
CarExpert Rating
Good
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Very Good
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Based on the Kia EV5 GT-LINE AWD LR
Based on the Suzuki Jimny XL
Best suitable for...
City driving
Driving the family
Off-roadingFuel Efficiency
NA
40L
256 to 276 km
Warranty
7 year
warranty
warranty
5 year
warranty
warranty
MSRP
$56,770 - $71,770
$30,490 - $38,490
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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
Scott Collie
Contributor
Scott Collie drove this car and these were their findings:
Hits
- Tiny dimensions make it fun to drive in town
- Impressively capable off-road
- Remains totally unique
Misses
- Expensive to service for a basic engine
- Four-speed auto and atmo engine lack punch
- Reversing camera reveals aftermarket origins
Colours Available
Suzuki offers seven colour options for the 2024 Jimny including:
- Kinetic Yellow and Bluish Black Pearl
- Brisk Blue Metallic and Bluish Black Pearl
- Chiffon Ivory Metallic and Bluish Black Pearl
- Jungle Greem
- Medium Gray
- Bluish Black Pearl
- Superior White
The Jimny XL is available in the following colours:
- Arctic White Pearl
- Chiffon Ivory Metallic
- Bluish Black Pearl
- Granite Grey Metallic
- Sizzling Red Metallic
- Jungle Green
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Specs
| Type | ||
| - | MULTI-POINT INJECTION | |
| Size (cc) | ||
| - | 1462 | |
| Size (L) | ||
| - | 1.5L | |
| Cylinders | ||
| - | 4 | |
| Camshaft | ||
| DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | DUAL OVERHEAD CAM | |
| Valves/Ports per Cylinder | ||
| - | 16 | |
| Power | ||
| 160kW - 230kW | 75kW | |
| Power RPM | ||
| - | 6000 | |
| Torque | ||
| 310Nm - 480Nm | 130Nm | |
| Torque RPM | ||
| - | 4000 | |
| Bore Stroke | ||
| - | 85 | |
| Compression Ratio | ||
| - | - | |
