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Here is a summary of the YouTube video:The Kia EV5 is an electric mid-sized SUV that competes with the Tesla Model Y and undercuts it on price. There are three grade options in Australia: Air, Earth, and GT-Line.
The Air is a front-wheel drive EV with the choice of a standard range or long range model, each with the same power and torque but different battery capacities. The Air offers 400 kilometers, and the Air long-range offers 555 kilometers, adding $7,000 to the price.
The entry-level comes standard with LED lights, 18-inch alloys, and a fake leather interior trim with cloth accents, heated driver seat, and massage function, as well as dual 12.3-inch screens.
The Earth is an all-wheel drive EV due to an added rear electric motor. It has 44% more power and 55% more torque than the entry-level versions. Also it adds 19-inch alloy wheels, a full fake leather interior trim, and a power tailgate.
The GT-Line has different front and rear bumpers and a different interior trim with a two-tone option, including a sunroof, a fingerprint scanner module, and heated and cooled storage inside. It also has Augmented Reality head-up display and Blind Spot View Camera system, and smart remote park assist.
The Air also has V2L. Fleet buyers may consider the long-range option due to the increased EV driving range.
A boxy profile may not appeal to all, but other alternatives include the Skoda Enyaq. It is rear-wheel drive, with plenty of power and torque with a big cabin, or the Tesla Model Y with decent value and interior room.
There has not yet been an ANCAP rating, though it is undergoing safety testing.
The driving position offers good visibility, and the ride comfort on poor surfaces is a highlight.
The steering feels a little artificial. The service intervals are more frequent, at 12 months or 15,000 kilometers, which some might consider to be needy compared to other electric vehicles with a larger time span between service intervals.
