2026 Kia EV5 Charging Cost Calculator

The Kia EV5 is a midsize electric SUV that offers a practical and affordable alternative in the competitive EV crossover segment.

MSRP

$38,500

$31,000 after credit

EPA Range

290 mi

82 kWh battery

Annual Charging

$597

$0.05/mile

Annual Savings

$959

vs gas car

Calculate Your Kia EV5 Charging Cost

Customize your state, annual miles, gas price, and comparison MPG for personalized cost estimates.

Monthly Charging

$49.76

Annual Charging

$597

Cost Per Mile

$0.050

Annual Savings

$958

Kia EV5 vs Gas Car: Annual Fuel Cost

Kia EV5 (Electric)$597/year
$597
Gas Car (27 MPG)$1,556/year
$1,556

Annual Savings

$958

5-Year Savings

$4,792

MPG Equivalent

108 MPGe

Efficiency Gain

4.0x

Based on 12,000 miles/year, $3.50/gallon, 27 MPG gas car, 16¢/kWh electricity.

Kia EV5 Charging Options

Level 1 (120V)

59h

Standard outlet, full charge

5 miles/hour added

~1.4 kW charging power

Cost: $13.12 per full charge

Level 2 (240V)

11h

Home charger, full charge

25 miles/hour added

~7.7 kW charging power

Cost: $13.12 per full charge

Recommended for home use

DC Fast (200 kW)

24min

10% to 80% charge

10.7 miles/minute added

CCS connector

Cost: ~$32.80 per full charge

Kia EV5 Tax Credits & Incentives

Federal EV Tax Credit

The Kia EV5 qualifies for up to $7,500 in federal tax credits, reducing the effective price from $38,500 to $31,000.

MSRP

$38,500

Tax Credit

-$7,500

Effective Price

$31,000

Home Charger ROI for Kia EV5

Level 2 Charger + Installation$1,200
Federal Charger Tax Credit (30%)-$360
Net Charger Cost$840
Monthly Fuel Savings$80/mo
Charger Payback16 months

Why Home Charging?

  • 60-70% cheaper than DC fast charging
  • Charge overnight — wake up to a full battery
  • Off-peak rates can save an extra 20-40%
  • Better for battery longevity than frequent DC fast charging

2026 Kia EV5 Specifications

CategoryMidsize SUV
MSRP$38,500
EPA Range290 miles
Battery82 kWh
Efficiency31.1 kWh/100 mi
MPGe108 MPGe
DrivetrainAWD
0-60 mph6 sec
Seats5
Cargo30 cu ft
Charging PortCCS
DC Fast Charge Rate200 kW

Key Features

E-GMP platformPanoramic roofSmart regeneration

Kia EV5 vs Competitors

VehicleRangeMSRPEfficiencyAnnual Cost
Kia EV5290 mi$38,50031.1 kWh$597
Tesla Model Y310 mi$44,99026.8 kWh$515
Hyundai IONIQ 5303 mi$41,80028.1 kWh$540

How Much Does It Cost to Charge a 2026 Kia EV5?

The 2026 Kia EV5 is a midsize suv with a 82 kWh battery pack providing an EPA-estimated range of 290 miles. At 16 cents/kWh, a full charge costs approximately $13.12. Driving 12,000 miles per year, the annual charging cost is approximately $597.

Compared to a gas vehicle averaging 27 MPG at $3.50 per gallon, the Kia EV5 saves $958 annually in fuel costs. Over 5 years, that adds up to $4,792 in savings. With a fuel efficiency equivalent of 108 MPGe, the Kia EV5 is approximately 4.0x more efficient than the average gas car.

Most Kia EV5 owners charge at home using a Level 2 (240V) charger, which takes approximately 11 hours for a full charge. For road trips, the Kia EV5 supports DC fast charging at up to 200 kW via its CCS port, adding approximately 10.7 miles of range per minute of charging.

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