Zeekr 7X vs Kia EV5

The Zeekr 7X starts from $57,900 before on-road costs, while the Kia EV5 opens at $56,770. That makes the Kia EV5 the more affordable entry point by $1,130.

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 $63,690 and $62,447 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 Zeekr 7X and Kia EV5 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 91% for the Zeekr 7X and 88% for the Kia EV5.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. We can confirm 9 of 10 key ADAS systems on the Zeekr 7X, against 6 on the Kia EV5.

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

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

The Zeekr 7X features a 16-inch touchscreen paired with a 13-inch digital dash, while the Kia EV5 gets a 12.3-inch display and 12.3-inch instruments. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Zeekr 7X stands out with panoramic roof and ambient lighting — features our data doesn't list for the Kia EV5. The Kia EV5 counters with power tailgate and V2L. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

Interior trim differs: the Zeekr 7X gets synthetic pu leather upholstery while the Kia EV5 offers cloth.

The Zeekr 7X uses a Electric producing 310kW and 440Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 6 seconds.

The Kia EV5 responds with a Electric making 160kW and 310Nm, paired to a automatic driving the front wheels. It gets to 100km/h in 8.5 seconds.

The Zeekr 7X has the clear power advantage at 310kW vs 160kW. In the 0-100 sprint (manufacturer-claimed), the Zeekr 7X is 2.5s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 75kWh (Zeekr 7X) vs 64.2kWh (Kia EV5), giving WLTP ranges of 480km and 511km. DC fast charging peaks at 450kW (Zeekr 7X) vs 150kW (Kia EV5).

The Zeekr 7X measures 4,787mm long on a 2,900mm wheelbase, 172mm longer than the Kia EV5 at 4,615mm (2,750mm wheelbase). The longer wheelbase on the Zeekr 7X generally means more rear legroom.

Boot space is 539L in the Zeekr 7X and 513L in the Kia EV5, giving the Zeekr 7X a 26L advantage.

For towing, the Zeekr 7X leads with a 2,000kg braked capacity vs 300kg. That 1,700kg 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: 5 years / 200,000km (Zeekr 7X) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Kia EV5). The Kia EV5 has longer coverage.