Why Kia Will FIX This Car (Kia EV5 Earth 2026 Review)

Kia’s medium-sized SUV offering in its fully electric lineup is the Chinese-sourced EV5, a quite popular BEV model that launched in late 2024 to acclaim a little more lukewarm than that enjoyed by the smaller EV3 crossover or the large EV9 family hauler. It’s back in the Chasing Cars garage in mid-spec Earth AWD form, priced from $64,770 list or about $70K on road. Outputs are 230kW and 480Nm with a claim of 6.1 seconds for the 0-100km/h sprint. Well packaged, spacious and fitted with interesting features, the EV5 ought to be a fine centrepoint to Kia’s electric strategy. But as contributor Nathan Ponchard explains in his deep dive, the boxy Korean-branded electric can be a very mixed experience indeed. Time codes: 0:00 - Intro 1:32 - Earth spec 2:32 - Exterior styling 3:20 - Motors 4:20 - Interior 5:02 - Tech 5:53 - Seats 8:42 - Row two 10:45 - Boot space 12:30 - On road 13:55 - Dynamics 15:04 - Steering 16:06 - Weight 17:30 - Updates? 18:35 - Range 20:01 - Insurance 20:26 - Verdict As always, we don’t accept advertising from car manufacturers, and we’re powered by Budget Direct. Subscribe now! https://www.youtube.com/user/ChasingCarsAustralia?sub_confirmation=1 Chasing Cars on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/chasingcarsaustralia/ Follow Chasing Cars on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chasingcars.com.au/ Chasing Cars is Australia's most independent source of new car reviews, car industry news, comparisons and car guides. We give you a critical look at every new car you should consider! Budget Direct Car Insurance is issued by Auto & General Insurance Company. See PDS & TMD at budgetdirect.com.au