To lower the bar of entry to the EV market, Kia is introducing an all new, all-electric compact SUV to the North American market, and it’ll be exclusive to Canada. Introducing the 2026 Kia EV5. Featuring a modern style, some of the latest features, and plenty of battery options to suit your needs, the EV5 is one of the best new vehicle’s Kia has designed, to date. Join the team here at Kamloops Kia as we explore what we know so far about the all-new EV5.
Learn more about the 2026 Kia EV5 at Kia.ca.
Exterior
Modern Design
The 2026 EV5 is designed using Kia’s “Opposites United” philosophy, marrying smooth curves and sharp angles to create a pleasing profile. It borrows heavily from the stunning look of Kia’s flagship SUV, the EV9, including the “tiger face” grille and 3D star map lighting. It has a confident and commanding stance on the road, which pairs well with the available 18, 19, and 20-inch alloy wheels. The EV5 will come in 8 different colours, including all-new Magma Red and Frost Blue.
Interior
Comfort and Space
As impressive as the 2026 EV5 is on the outside, just wait until you get inside. The interior is built using Kia’s 10 environmentally friendly materials, creating a minimalist aesthetic with soft-touch surfaces. The spacious cabin seats five in comfort, and can easily be shifted to allow for more cargo thanks to fold-flat second-row seating. Storage space will never be at a premium, as the gear shifter has been moved to the steering column for more centre console space, and the unneeded engine compartment has been turned into a front trunk. All of your features and information will be displayed conveniently on 30” of panoramic screens on the dash. You can even adjust the interior ambiance to your preference with available mood lighting.
Performance
Long Range, and Longer Range
When you head out in an SUV, you want to know it’ll take you the distance. The 2026 Kia EV5 comes standard with a 58 kWh battery which can get an estimated 400 km on a full charge, or a long-range 81 kWh battery which can go an estimated 600 km. The drive train can output up to 215 horsepower, and the vehicle will be available with either rear-wheel, or all-wheel drive. The Kia EV5 also comes equipped with the North American Charging Standard port, meaning it will be compatible with most DC fast charging stations across the country for quick and easy recharging on the go.
Get Your Kia EV5 At Kamloops Kia
The next generation of EV is coming, and is affordable as ever thanks to the 2026 Kia EV5. Visit our showroom where we can walk you through its numerous options, or sign up below for updates on when the EV5 will be available for pre-order. If you need immediate assistance, please book a service appointment with our Kia certified technicians, and they’d be happy to help with all of your maintenance or repair needs.
Learn more about the 2026 Kia EV5 at Kia.ca.