A few days after the presentation of the Kia EV9, the Korean automaker introduced Kia Concept EV5 which anticipates the content new electric SUV originally intended for Chinese market. The production model will be introduced later this year. As for the possible launch of the new model in Europe, Kia limited itself to stating that “Details of any future plans for other global markets will be provided in due course.“. Therefore, from this point of view, we will have to wait to find out more.
The presentation of the concept car took place during “Chinese Kia Electric Vehicle Day“. At the moment, no specific technical information has been released. In fact, the car manufacturer has limited itself to showing some images (actually renderings) of the electric SUV, as well as providing some design and interior details.
When developing the new electric SUV, Kia has always adhered to the “Merge Opposites” design philosophy that we find in its latest models. appearance has several common features with EV9. However, Dimensions The Concept EV5 is smaller. While the manufacturer didn’t reveal exact numbers, the Concept EV5 looks roughly comparable to today’s Kia Sportage. The front is characterized by the presence of an evolution of the classic Tiger Nose grille, renamed “Digital muzzle of a tigerThe body of the concept is painted in Iceberg Matte Green, and the alloy wheels are 21 inches in size. Solar panels are installed on the roof.
The interior features a minimalist design with minimal physical controls. The large instrument-information screen, which takes up more than half of the dashboard, also stands out. From the EV9, the EV5 concept inherited swivel seats that allow passengers in both rows to rotate 90 degrees to “enjoy the view” when the car is parked by opening both doors (rear doors open into the wind). For the interior, Kia used sustainable materials.
Obviously, some of the concept’s solutions will not be included in the production model, such as rear doors opening against the wind or a retractable wooden table in the trunk. As mentioned at the beginning, nothing has been said about the technical side, but this electric SUV is likely to be based on the well-known E-GMP platform Hyundai group.
Source: HD Motori
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