Zeekr X vs Kia EV5

The Zeekr X starts from $49,900 before on-road costs, while the Kia EV5 opens at $49,770. That makes the Kia EV5 the more affordable entry point by $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 $54,890 and $54,747 respectively.

Both models qualify for Fringe Benefit Tax (FBT) exemption, which is a significant advantage for salary-sacrificed novated leases. Depending on your tax bracket, this can save $5,000-$15,000+ per year compared to an equivalent ICE vehicle.

Both the Zeekr X and Kia EV5 hold a 5-star ANCAP safety rating. Adult occupant protection scored 91% for the Zeekr X and 88% for the Kia EV5.

Where the two diverge is in active safety technology. The Zeekr X packs more ADAS features with 9 out of 10 key systems fitted, compared to 6 in 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 X and 7 in the Kia EV5. The Zeekr X adds a 360-degree camera that the Kia EV5 misses.

The Zeekr X features a 14.6-inch touchscreen, while the Kia EV5 gets a 12.3-inch display. Apple CarPlay and Android Auto are standard across both.

The Zeekr X stands out with panoramic roof, V2L, Yamaha audio and ambient lighting that you will not find on the Kia EV5. The Kia EV5 counters with power tailgate. Which feature set matters more depends on your daily routine and priorities.

The Zeekr X uses a Electric producing 200kW and 343Nm of torque, sent through a automatic to a RWD layout. It covers the 0-100km/h sprint in 8.5 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 7.2 seconds.

The Zeekr X has the clear power advantage at 200kW vs 160kW. In the real-world sprint, the Kia EV5 is 1.3s quicker. For most buyers, the way each car feels day-to-day matters more than outright acceleration.

Battery: 66kWh (Zeekr X) vs 64.2kWh (Kia EV5), giving WLTP ranges of 540km and 511km. DC fast charging peaks at 150kW (Zeekr X) vs 150kW (Kia EV5).

The Zeekr X measures 4,432mm long on a 2,750mm wheelbase, 183mm shorter than the Kia EV5 at 4,615mm (2,750mm wheelbase).

Boot space is 239L in the Zeekr X and 460L in the Kia EV5, giving the Kia EV5 a 221L advantage.

For towing, the Kia EV5 leads with a 1,500kg braked capacity vs 1,500kg. That 0kg 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 X) vs 7 years / 999,999km (Kia EV5). The Kia EV5 has longer coverage.