06:54 10-01-2026

2026 Kia EV5 GT: design, specs, AWD performance, charging

Kia has unveiled the 2026 EV5 GT, the most dynamic take on its electric SUV. Framed as the battery-powered counterpart to the sporty Sportage, it brings all-wheel drive, stronger performance, and an expanded tech suite. The debut took place in Brussels, where the EV5 GT joined the EV3 GT and EV4 GT at the top of the brand’s GT performance line.

Design and equipment

The EV5 GT cuts a more assertive profile: 20-inch alloy wheels, Michelin Pilot Sport 4 SUV tires, and a distinctive LED signature underscore its intent. Inside, you’ll find sport semi-bucket seats, a GT steering wheel, and a digital cockpit. The spec sheet stretches to intelligent lighting, a Harman/Kardon audio system, a head-up display, key-fob remote parking, and sophisticated ambient lighting. The cabin feels focused rather than flashy, with features that read as useful every day yet up for a spirited drive.

Hardware and performance

The electric architecture pairs an 81.4 kWh battery with two motors—155 kW up front and 70 kW at the rear—for a total of 306 hp and all-wheel drive. The 0–100 km/h sprint takes 6.2 seconds. GT-specific tuning adds adaptive suspension, a virtual “gear shifter,” and active sound design to build a more engaging sense of connection. The numbers won’t scare supercars, but the dual-motor traction and chassis focus should make its pace effortlessly consistent.

Charging and practicality

The model supports up to 22 kW AC and fast DC charging (10–80% in 30 minutes). V2L tech lets the battery power external devices—anything from tools to household equipment—broadening its usefulness on trips or job sites.

The Kia EV5 GT strengthens the brand’s position in the sporty electric crossover space: 4x4 traction, solid output, broad functionality, and premium options make it a credible rival in the class. Sales are set to begin immediately after production kicks off in the second quarter of 2026.