KIA expands its family of electric vehicles with the launch of the EV5, a compact SUV that aims to be a versatile option. With dimensions close to models like the Volkswagen ID.4, this model positions itself as a logical and versatile vehicle for the popular segment. It stands out for an announced range of 530 km and a minimalist interior centered on two screens.
E-GMP Platform and an interior centered on screens âš¡
The EV5 is built on the Hyundai-KIA global electric E-GMP platform, which allows a WLTP range of up to 530 km with the highest capacity battery. The cabin prioritizes a clean design, dispensing with physical buttons in favor of two 12.3-inch screens for instrumentation and multimedia system. The finishes use materials that the brand considers adequate for the category, seeking a balance between functionality and cost.
Goodbye to buttons: where is the climate control? 🤔
The leap to digital minimalism has its price. While you swipe your finger on the touchscreen to raise the temperature, you'll probably pass over the navigator, accidentally activating the route to a restaurant you visited in 2019. The design is clean, no doubt, but on a cold day, you'll miss that physical button you could find with a simple sideways glance. It's the modern tribute to aesthetics: prioritizing elegance over speed.