Vehicle Overview
Key specifications and features at a glance
EV5 Air
Overview
Eclipse Cross PHEV ES
2024
Year
2021
64.2
Engine
13.8
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Power
94
Electric
Fuel
PHEV
Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
5
Seating
5
Detailed Specifications
Complete technical specifications comparison
Best comparable values are highlighted in green.
EV5 Air
Specification
Eclipse Cross PHEV ES
64.2
Battery Capacity
13.8
64.2
Battery Capacity Gross
13.8
Lithium Iron Phosphate
Battery Type
Lithium-ion
400 km (WLTP)
Electric Range
—
160
Power
94
310
Torque
199
8.5
0–100 km/h
—
185
Top Speed
—
6.6
AC Charging Power
3.6
102
DC Fast Charging Power
18
Type-2
AC Connector
—
Ccs2
DC Connector
—
Yes
V2L
Yes
3.6
V2L Output
—
Yes
One-Pedal Driving
—
Yes
Regenerative Braking
—
FWD
Drive Type
AWD
225 / 60 R18
Tyre Size
225 / 55 R18
18
Wheel Size
18
5
Number of Doors
5
5
Seating Capacity
5
Ventilated Disc
Front Brakes
Ventilated disc
Disc
Rear Brakes
Disc
MacPherson Strut
Front Suspension
MacPherson strut
Multi-Link
Rear Suspension
Multi-link
Electric Power Steering
Steering Type
Electric power steering
7
Number of Airbags
7
750
Towing Capacity
1500
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Turning Circle
10.8
Dimensions & Weight
Physical specifications and measurements
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EV5 Air
Dimension
Eclipse Cross PHEV ES
4615
Length
4545
1875
Width
1805
1715
Height
1685
2750
Wheelbase
2670
167
Ground Clearance
188
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Kerb Weight
1920
513
Boot Space
359
1714
Boot Space (Seats Folded)
—
67
Frunk Space
—
Features Comparison
Standard and optional equipment comparison
Safety
EV5 Air
Feature
Eclipse Cross PHEV ES
Adaptive Cruise Control
Autonomous Emergency Braking
Lane Departure Warning
Lane Keep Assist
Blind Spot Monitoring
Rear Cross Traffic Alert
Traffic Sign Recognition
Driver Attention Monitor
Front Parking Sensors
Rear Parking Sensors
360 Camera
Reverse Camera
Hill Start Assist
Tyre Pressure Monitoring System
Rear Occupant Alert
Comfort
EV5 Air
Feature
Eclipse Cross PHEV ES
Keyless Entry
NFC Keyless Entry
Push Button Start
Dual-Zone Climate Control
Tri-Zone Climate Control
Heated Front Seats
Ventilated Front Seats
Heated Steering Wheel
Power Tailgate
Remote Start
Power Driver Seat
Power Passenger Seat
Memory Seats
Auto Dimming Mirror
Rain Sensing Wipers
Adaptive Headlights
Interior Exterior
EV5 Air
Feature
Eclipse Cross PHEV ES
Leather Seats
Fabric Seats
Ambient Lighting
Sunroof
Panoramic Roof
LED Headlights
Matrix LED Headlights
Daytime Running Lights
Alloy Wheels
Roof Rails
Rear Privacy Glass
Power Folding Mirrors
Technology
EV5 Air
Feature
Eclipse Cross PHEV ES
Touchscreen Display
Digital Instrument Cluster
Apple CarPlay
Android Auto
Wireless Apple CarPlay
Wireless Android Auto
Wireless Phone Charging
Built-in Navigation
Premium Audio System
Head-Up Display
USB-C Ports
Bluetooth Connectivity
Voice Control
Connected Car App
Charging & Battery Tech
EV5 Air
Feature
Eclipse Cross PHEV ES
AC home charging
DC fast-charge capable
Scheduled charging
Charging Cable Included
Portable Charger Included
Wall Charger Compatible
Battery Preconditioning
Heat Pump
EV / Hybrid Drive Features
EV5 Air
Feature
Eclipse Cross PHEV ES
Regenerative braking
Drive mode select
EV / hybrid drive modes
One Pedal Driving
V2L
V2G
PHEV / EV-specific features
EV5 Air
Feature
Eclipse Cross PHEV ES
EV Drive Mode
Hybrid Drive Mode
Charge Mode
Charge Scheduling
DC Fast Charging Support
Electric vehicle features
EV5 Air
Feature
Eclipse Cross PHEV ES
Aero Alloy Wheels
Charging Port Light Indicator
Pros & Cons
Strengths and weaknesses of each vehicle
Kia EV5 Air
Pros
- +Lowest EV5 entry price
- +400km WLTP range
- +V2L capability
- +Five-star ANCAP safety
- +Large 513L boot
Cons
- −Air grade also has a separate Long Range version
- −Front-wheel drive only
- −Large exterior dimensions
- −DC charging trails 800V rivals
- −Real-world range varies
Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV ES
Pros
- +Plug-in hybrid efficiency
- +AWD standard
- +55km electric range
- +Low official fuel use
- +Strong warranty cover
Cons
- −Small boot for class
- −Older cabin design
- −Limited DC charging speed
- −No spare wheel
- −Fuel use rises uncharged
Which one should you buy?
Best for Value: Kia EV5 Air
Boot space relative to list price contributes positively to the value score.
Best for Practicality / Space: Kia EV5 Air
Boot and practicality-related dimensions score well for everyday use.
Best Overall: Kia EV5 Air
Across performance, value, efficiency, and practicality, this variant shows a balanced overall profile.
Our Recommendation
Choose Kia EV5 Air if: Value for money and practical everyday use matter most.
Choose Mitsubishi Eclipse Cross PHEV ES if: Value for money and practical everyday use matter most.
Bottom Line: Kia EV5 Air leads on value and Kia EV5 Air leads on practicality.
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