On February 1, the Kia EV5 720 long-range model was officially launched, with a total of three models and a price range of 1848-22.580,000 yuan. As an additional model, the new car is mainly upgraded for range and configuration, and the carrying capacity is 88The 1 kWh battery pack has a CLTC range of 720km. In addition, the car is also available with the optional E-AWD dual-motor all-wheel drive package, which has a maximum power of 233 kW and a CLTC range of 630 km. 
The Kia EV5 is the first intelligent pure electric model to be launched in China and launched globally, based on Kia's e-GMP platform dedicated to electric vehicles, positioned as a compact SUV, with a length, width and height of 4615 mm and a height of 1875 and a wheelbase of 2750mm. The exterior continues with the current model's design style, which is simple and avant-garde
The picture shows the 530 model
In terms of appearance, the Kia EV5 720 long-range version continues the design of the current model as a whole, adopting Kia's new design concept of "opposites united", with a simple and avant-garde style, with a high degree of recognition. 
On the side of the body, the Kia EV5's body lines are atmospheric and smooth, creating a distinct sculptural aesthetic, and with the bold and tough square fender design, it reveals a sense of power. The rear design is in the same vein as the front face, with unique through-type taillights and an aerodynamic roof spoiler, making the vehicle more three-dimensional and full.
The interior features a double 12The 3-inch screen design adds a lot of luxury configurations
In terms of interior, the layout design of the current model is also continued, and it is equipped with a double 12The 3-inch integrated large screen is equipped with Kia's new generation CCNC intelligent connected entertainment system, which can support both CarLife and wireless CarPlay, and has cooperated with Tencent to develop more than 30 practical apps, covering all aspects of entertainment and life services, and supports OTA vehicle remote upgrades. At the same time, the new car also applies Kia's first-ever UWB digital key technology, which can realize non-inductive entry and exit, remote start and key sharing through mobile phones. 
In terms of configuration, the Kia EV5 720 Long Range Edition adds a zero-gravity pressure-relieving seat for the driver's seat, which supports up to 14-way electric adjustment, supports one-key zero-gravity mode and 12 kinds of force massage combinations; Also newly available with configuration 40L ** drawer-type heating and cooling box, support adjustment in 5 55. In addition, it also adds a folding table on the right side of the rear row, LED front and rear dynamic welcome functions, hidden electric door handles, 64-color ambient lighting, and 113-inch head-up display and other features.
In terms of intelligent driving, the Kia EV5 720 Long Range Edition is equipped with Level 2+ intelligent driving assistance systems, which add Forward Collision Avoidance Assist II (FCA2) compared to the standard model, and add functions such as crossing, oncoming car when overtaking, sideways approaching vehicle, and multi-scenario avoidance steering assist. The new car also adds the second generation of Highway Driver Assistance (HDA2), which enables distance keeping, lane centering, and automatic lane change with a lever.
At the same time, the Kia EV5 720 Long Range Edition also adds higher-level intelligent driving assistance functions such as Blind Spot Collision Avoidance Assist (BCA), Rear Cross Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA), and Safe Exit Assist (SEA), truly achieving a class-leading position in the field of safe and intelligent driving. In addition, the EV5 720 Long Range is also equipped with the second-generation Remote Control Intelligent Parking Assist (RPPA2), which not only supports remote control straight line summoning, but also realizes three types of intelligent parking: vertical, parallel, and diagonal, which can meet the needs of intelligent parking in all scenarios.
The range has been increased to 720 km, and the E-AWD dual-motor all-wheel drive package is available.
In terms of power, the Kia EV5 720 Long Range Edition adopts single-motor front-wheel drive, equipped with a permanent magnet synchronous motor with a maximum power of 160 kW and a peak torque of 310 Nm, and the official top speed can reach 185km h.
In terms of battery life, it is equipped with a capacity of 88The 1 kWh lithium iron phosphate battery pack has a pure electric range of 720km under CLTC working conditions, supports fast charging, and the energy replenishment time from 30% to 80% only takes 27 minutes. At the same time, the new car also has two external power supply functions inside and outside the V2L vehicle, which can meet the power supply needs of multiple scenarios such as camping barbecue, hot pot or trunk market.
It is also worth mentioning that in order to meet the diversified needs of consumers, the Kia EV5 720 Long Range Edition also provides the E-AWD dual-motor four-wheel drive option package, which increases the maximum power of the four-wheel drive version to 233 kW, the peak torque of 480 Nm, and the CLTC range of 630km.
Who are the competitors? What are the advantages and disadvantages? Judging from the product positioning and pricing of the Kia EV5 long-range version, it will compete with the Xpeng G6 and Volkswagen IDModels such as the 4 Series, Buick E5, and BYD Song L competed. Relatively speaking, the Kia EV5 long-range version is currently the only pure electric model in the 180,000-level with an ultra-long range of 720km, which can alleviate range anxiety to a certain extent. Compared with the disadvantages, it is not superior in size compared with models in the same price range, and there is no 800V high-voltage platform, and it does not have the ability to assist driving at high speed.
At present, the current Kia EV 5 standard model has a very average level of attention and sales in the market, with only 347 units sold in December last year, mainly due to the serious involution of the domestic pure electric SUV market, and the fact that consumers prefer hybrid models in this price range, so that sales are flat. Now, with the launch of the Kia EV5 720 long-range model, it is expected to change that situation and achieve a significant increase in sales. Write at the end.
Overall, the arrival of the Kia EV5 long-range version further enriches the model matrix of the Kia EV5, fills the gap in the 200,000-level pure electric SUV market, injects new vitality into Kia's layout in the electric vehicle market, and provides consumers with a new choice. It is also worth mentioning that the Kia EV5 GT-Line version will also be released in the second half of this year. (Text: Wu Qixing, Pacific Motors).