Video Summary
Here is a summary of the YouTube video review of the KIA EV5:-The KIA EV5 is the "little brother" to the KIA EV9.
-Its styling has what the reviewer calls "brutalist" design from the "folded paper school of car design", which he finds particularly unappealing, and even "downright ugly" from some angles.
-Driving the KIA EV5 for over 1650 kilometers over a couple of days did not feel like a chore.
-The Kia EV5 feels really spacious inside, is tall, the seats are really high, and the visibility is excellent. The back seat is really good, and the car obviously targets families.
-The driving experience is not sporty, but still enjoyable.
-The steering is heavier than expected, which is liked.
-It points well and positions easily on the road.
-The ride is a bit springy but well damped over potholes.
-Stability is high even on bad roads.
-The power is modest, and takeoffs are a bit leisurely, but it's perfectly adequate for its purpose.
-Overtaking is relatively easy.
-Its driver attention and other smart safety features do not interfere too much.
-Ergonomics of all the tech stuff is very familiar, like all the modern KIA and Hyundai models.
-Many buttons are logically placed.
-The i-pedal paddles that manage the regeneration are especially useful for one-pedal driving.
- The far side of the screen is a long way away, and could be a stretch for shorter drivers.
-Its sat nav and connectivity are very good, with a 10-year subscription and regular over-the-air updates. You get weather and traffic and wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto.
-In wet uphill corners, it struggles for grip as expected because it is a heavy, front-wheel drive car.
-The reviewer would prefer an all-wheel-drive version.
-While liking the car, some things need to be turned off whenever you get in.
-EV5 is priced from about 56,770 Australian dollars for the air standard range version and 75,990 Australian dollars for the GT Line on the road.
-If you can stand the looks and want a well-established brand but not a Tesla, you won't be sorry.
-Charging on the road can be an adventure, and is not always plain sailing because of all kinds of challenges on the road to finding charging stations.
-The video presenter suggests looking at Plugshare before driving.
-While fast charging is the most expensive charging option for a long trip, you end up rested at your location.
-A high battery percentage at start helps to avoid having to plan to stop at EVIE Triton charging stations, as many of them seem to be under repair.
-The speaker suggests making sure it is more than just a quick stop and one or two chargers so they get well used
