Kia EV5 Long Range vs Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD

Comparison winners

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0-100 winner Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD 4.8 s Runner-up: 7.5 s
Range winner Kia EV5 Long Range 600 km Runner-up: 574 km
Power winner Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD 351 hp Runner-up: 218 hp
Cargo winner Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD 854 L Runner-up: 513 L
Price winner Kia EV5 Long Range $45,900 Runner-up: $45,990

How the specs compare

This comparison sets the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range against the 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD. Both belong to the SUV class, so their dimensions, performance and utility figures address a broadly similar type of car. Both use battery-electric powertrains, allowing a relatively direct comparison of the recorded energy figures.

Performance, power and 0-100 km/h

2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD has the quicker recorded 0-100 km/h time at 4.8 seconds, compared with 7.5 seconds for 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range. 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD has the higher listed output at 351 hp; 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range is rated at 218 hp, a difference of 133 hp. The torque figures follow 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD at 493 Nm and 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range at 350 Nm. These figures describe straight-line potential only; they do not establish braking performance, ride quality, steering response or durability under repeated hard use.

Range, battery, charging and efficiency

2025 Kia EV5 Long Range carries the longer listed range at 600 km, against 574 km for 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD. 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range has the lower recorded consumption at 14.0 kWh/100km; 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD is listed at 14.7 kWh/100km. 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD has the higher listed DC charging ceiling at 250 kW, compared with 233 kW. Test cycle, temperature, wheel size and charging conditions can materially affect these results, so only figures measured on the same basis should be treated as directly comparable.

Dimensions, cargo space and towing

2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD provides the larger quoted cargo volume: 854 litres versus 513 litres, a difference of 341 litres. 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD carries the higher towing rating at 1,600 kg, while 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range is listed at 750 kg. 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD is 182 mm longer overall. Exterior size is not a benefit by itself: a longer body may create useful room, but cargo shape, rear-seat space and ease of parking still require a physical inspection.

Price and overall assessment

2025 Kia EV5 Long Range has the lower listed starting price at $45,900, compared with $45,990 for 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD. 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. The assessment is based on the specifications shown here; it is not presented as a two-car road test.

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Specification Kia EV5 Long Range2025 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD2026
Performance
0-100 km/h7.5 s4.8 s
Top Speed180 km/h201 km/h
Power218 hp351 hp
Torque350 Nm493 Nm
Range & Efficiency
Range600 km574 km
Battery84 kWh78.1 kWh
Efficiency14 kWh/100km14.7 kWh/100km
CO2 Emissions0 g/km0 g/km
DC Charging233 kW250 kW
Size & Capacity
Length4,615 mm4,797 mm
Ground Clearance175 mm175 mm
Cargo513 L854 L
Curb Weight1,890 kg2,003 kg
Towing750 kg1,600 kg
Seats55
Turning Circle10.8 m11.6 m
Starting MSRP$45,900$45,990

Kia EV5 Long Range vs Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD questions answered

Which is faster, the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range or the 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD?

2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD is quicker from 0-100 km/h at 4.8 seconds, versus 7.5 seconds for 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range.

Which has the higher top speed, the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range or the 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD?

2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD has the higher listed top speed at 201 km/h (125 mph), compared with 180 km/h (112 mph).

Which has more horsepower, the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range or the 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD?

2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD has more power at 351 hp, a 133 hp advantage over 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range.

Which has more range, the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range or the 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD?

2025 Kia EV5 Long Range has the longer listed range at 600 km (373 miles), versus 574 km (357 miles).

Which has the larger battery, the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range or the 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD?

2025 Kia EV5 Long Range has the larger listed battery at 84.0 kWh, compared with 78.1 kWh.

Which has more cargo or boot space, the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range or the 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD?

2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD has more listed cargo space at 854 litres (30.2 cu ft), versus 513 litres (18.1 cu ft).

Which can tow more, the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range or the 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD?

2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD has the higher listed towing capacity at 1,600 kg (3,527 lb), compared with 750 kg (1,653 lb).

Which is heavier, the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range or the 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD?

2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD is heavier at 2,003 kg (4,416 lb), while 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range is listed at 1,890 kg (4,167 lb).

Which is cheaper, the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range or the 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD?

2025 Kia EV5 Long Range has the lower recorded starting MSRP at $45,900 USD, compared with $45,990 USD for 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD. Regional pricing and equipment can differ.

Which is better, the 2025 Kia EV5 Long Range or the 2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD?

2026 Tesla Model Y Long Range AWD leads in more of the shared headline fields, but that is not a universal verdict: a buyer should weight price, performance, range and utility rather than simply count category wins. This comparison is based on recorded specifications rather than a road test, so the right choice depends on the buyer's priorities.