Kia EV5 vs Skoda Enyaq

The Kia EV5 starts from $56,770 before on-road costs, while the Skoda Enyaq opens at $59,990. That makes the Kia EV5 the more affordable entry point by $3,220.

Once you factor in stamp duty, registration, CTP insurance, and dealer delivery, expect to add roughly 8-12% on top of the RRP depending on your state. That puts estimated driveaway prices in the ballpark of $62,447 and $65,989 respectively.

Both models currently qualify for the electric-vehicle Fringe Benefits Tax exemption (battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold; battery-electric and under the $91,661 threshold), a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases.

Both the Kia EV5 and Skoda Enyaq hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 88% for the Kia EV5 and 94% for the Skoda Enyaq.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 6 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Kia EV5, against 5 on the Skoda Enyaq.

Both include the essentials: autonomous emergency braking, lane keep assist, adaptive cruise control, a reversing camera. Airbag count is 7 in the Kia EV5 and 9 in the Skoda Enyaq.

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How long each takes to charge, from a household power point to ultra-rapid DC, estimated from battery size and max charge rates.

The Kia EV5 features a 12.3-inch touchscreen paired with a 12.3-inch digital dash, while the Skoda Enyaq gets a 13-inch display and 5.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Kia EV5 stands out with V2L — features our data doesn't list for the Skoda Enyaq. The Skoda Enyaq counters with head-up display, wireless charging, ventilated seats and power tailgate. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Kia EV5 gets cloth & artificial leather upholstery while the Skoda Enyaq offers synthetic leather. Climate control is 2-zone in the Kia EV5 and 3-zone in the Skoda Enyaq.

The Kia EV5 uses a Electric producing 160kW and 310Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a FWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.5 seconds.

The Skoda Enyaq responds with a Electric Motor making 210kW and 545Nm, paired to a automatic driving the rear wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 6.7 seconds.

The Skoda Enyaq has the clear power advantage at 210kW vs 160kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Skoda Enyaq is 1.8s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 64.2kWh (Kia EV5) vs 82kWh (Skoda Enyaq), giving WLTP ranges of 400km and 575km. DC fast charging peaks at 150kW (Kia EV5) vs 175kW (Skoda Enyaq).

The Kia EV5 measures 4,615mm long on a 2,750mm wheelbase, 43mm shorter than the Skoda Enyaq at 4,658mm (2,766mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Skoda Enyaq generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 513L in the Kia EV5 and 585L in the Skoda Enyaq, giving the Skoda Enyaq a 72L advantage.

For towing, the Skoda Enyaq leads with a 1,000kg braked capacity vs 300kg. That 700kg difference matters if you regularly hitch up.

Running cost data is not yet available for both models. We will update when figures are confirmed.

Warranty: 7 years / 999,999km (Kia EV5) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Skoda Enyaq). Both match on warranty length.