Kia EV5 officially unveiled, check out the new compact electric SUV
Kia has officially unveiled the EV5, their new compact electric SUV, featuring a bold design, spacious interior, and expected to compete directly against Tesla's Model Y.
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Posted 8/25/2023, 2:16:00 PM
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