Head-to-head
KGM Torres EVX vs Kia EV5
Just $1,230 separates the KGM Torres EVX and Kia EV5 on starting price, but the Kia EV5 goes 93 km further on a charge. Here's where the rest of the spec sheets pull apart.
Option A · SUV
KGM Torres EVX
KGM's mid-size electric SUV — 80.6 kWh LFP battery, 462 km WLTP range, and a class-leading 839 L boot. Korean-built engineering at a sub-$60k price point.
- From
- $58,000
- Range
- 462 km
- Battery
- 80.6 kWh
Option B · SUV
Kia EV5
The EV5 slots between the Niro EV and EV6 and targets family buyers with a roomy cabin, a 555 km long-range battery, and Kia's 7-year warranty. Built in China rather than Korea.
- From
- $56,770
- Range
- 555 km
- Battery
- 81.4 kWh
Key differences at a glance
The biggest material gaps between the KGM Torres EVX and Kia EV5, ranked by how much they're likely to matter day-to-day.
- 1
Range · advantage Kia EV5
The Kia EV5 goes 93 km further on a charge (555 vs 462 km WLTP).
- 2
Boot · advantage KGM Torres EVX
The KGM Torres EVX swallows 326 L more cargo with the rear seats up (839 vs 513 L).
- 3
Price · advantage Kia EV5
The Kia EV5 undercuts the KGM Torres EVX by $1,230 (2%) on starting price.
Spec for spec
Highlighted cells show the better number in each row.
Where the KGM Torres EVX wins
- ▸ Quicker 0–100 km/h (8.1s vs 8.5s)
Where the Kia EV5 wins
- ▸ Cheaper by $1,230
- ▸ 93 km longer WLTP range
- ▸ Faster DC charging peak (140 kW vs 130 kW)
KGM Torres EVX
What we like
- ✓ Class-leading 839 L boot
- ✓ 10-year battery warranty
- ✓ Korean-built quality at Chinese-import pricing
What we don't
- ✕ Not yet ANCAP tested
- ✕ KGM dealer network rebuilding
- ✕ Modest WLTP range for the battery size
Kia EV5
What we like
- ✓ 555 km long-range option is best-in-class
- ✓ Seven-year warranty across the line
- ✓ Spacious, well-finished interior
What we don't
- ✕ AWD performance variant not offered
- ✕ Slower 0-100 than direct rivals
- ✕ China origin matters to some buyers
Frequently asked: KGM Torres EVX vs Kia EV5
Quick answers to the questions cross-shoppers most often ask about this pair.
- Which is cheaper, the KGM Torres EVX or the Kia EV5?
- The Kia EV5 is the cheaper of the two — it starts at $56,770 versus $58,000 for the KGM Torres EVX, a $1,230 difference. Prices shown are manufacturer recommended retail excluding on-road costs.
- Which has the longer driving range?
- The Kia EV5 has the longer WLTP-claimed range at 555 km, 93 km further than the KGM Torres EVX's 462 km. Real-world range typically lands 10–20% below the WLTP figure depending on speed, terrain, climate and load.
- Which one charges faster on a DC fast charger?
- The Kia EV5 accepts a peak DC charging rate of 140 kW versus 130 kW for the KGM Torres EVX. Peak rate only holds for a short window during the charging curve, so real-world 10–80% times often diverge less than the peak numbers suggest. Compatibility with 350 kW chargers depends on the vehicle's onboard architecture, not just the published peak.
- Which is quicker off the line?
- The KGM Torres EVX does 0–100 km/h in 8.1 seconds — 0.4 s quicker than the Kia EV5's 8.5 s. EV acceleration figures hold up at speed better than equivalent petrol cars because electric motors deliver peak torque instantly.
Which one should you buy?
The short version, based on where each car pulls ahead.
Choose the
KGM Torres EVX
if…
- ✓ you regularly load it up (326 L more boot)
- ✓ you match the profile: family buyers
Choose the
Kia EV5
if…
- ✓ maximum range matters (93 km further per charge)
- ✓ you match the profile: families
Verdict reasoning is derived from published specs; brand preference, dealer experience and how a car drives are personal — always take a test drive before deciding.