Engineering:Kia Concept EV5
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| Kia Concept EV5 | |
|---|---|
 Kia EV5 Concept | |
| Overview | |
| Manufacturer | Kia |
| Production | 2023 (concept car) |
| Designer | Karim Habib (head of design) |
| Body and chassis | |
| Body style | 5-door SUV |
| Platform | E-GMP |
The Kia EV5 is an upcoming electric SUV for the Chinese market.[1] A concept car previewing the production version was revealed in China on March 20, 2023, at the brand's EV Day event.[2]
Overview
The model was designed using Kia's 'Opposites United' design language,[3] also featuring a new version of the brand's trademark 'Digital Tiger Face', incorporating a new lighting signature.[4]
The concept uses sustainable materials throughout the interior,[5] including plant-based materials such as seaweed extract and recycled plastic bottles used on the seat trim, headliner and door and dashboard linings.[6]
References
- ↑ "The Kia Concept EV5 Debuts To Preview Future SUV". March 20, 2023. https://insideevs.com/news/658090/kia-concept-5-debut/.
- ↑ "New Kia EV5 SUV concept hints at electric Sportage successor". March 20, 2023. https://www.autocar.co.uk/car-news/new-cars/new-kia-ev5-suv-concept-hints-electric-sportage-successor.
- ↑ Bell, Sebastien (March 20, 2023). "New Kia EV5 Concept Is The EV9's Compact Electric Brother". https://www.carscoops.com/2023/03/new-kia-ev5-electric-suv-concept-is-the-ev9s-compact-brother/.
- ↑ "New Kia Concept EV5 previews electric Sportage alternative". March 20, 2023. https://www.autoexpress.co.uk/kia/359839/new-kia-concept-ev5-previews-electric-sportage-alternative.
- ↑ "Kia Global Media Center : The Kia Concept EV5 – Stunning All-electric SUV Concept Showcases Pivotal Next Phase of Kia's Transition to Sustainable Mobility". March 20, 2023. https://www.kianewscenter.com/news/the-kia-concept-ev5---stunning-all-electric-suv-concept-showcases-pivotal-next-phase-of-kia-s-transi/s/1b72b15c-2463-4c9b-b8a4-f0c4171a9ec7.
- ↑ "Kia EV5 concept hints at electric Sportage alternative". March 20, 2023. https://www.motorauthority.com/news/1139094_kia-ev5-concept-revealed.
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