Kia EV5 For China, Electric Ford Explorer For Europe
Kia and Ford are bringing new midsize electric SUVs to market — one for China and one for Europe — but none for the US yet.Kia and Ford announced this week the introduction of two new electric midsize crossover SUVs. The Kia EV5 will go on sale in China later this year and Ford has begun accepting orders for its new Explorer EV in Europe. Kia says it has no plans at the moment to sell the EV5 in any other markets and Ford says the new Explorer is a Europe-only model, at least for now.
“It is my great privilege to proudly announce that Kia is entering the EV market in China. The Kia Concept EV5 marks yet another definitive step on our mission to become a leader in sustainable mobility solutions to provide a better future for all. Kia will enrich our customers’ lifestyles and enable them to pursue personal adventures by setting fresh standards for dynamic and efficient electric driving,” said Ho Sung Song, President and CEO of Kia Corporation.
Prices, range, charging times? Nope. Those things will come in time. “The production model of the EV5 will be released first in the Chinese market later this year. Details regarding any future plans for the other global markets will be made “in due course,” the company said.Ford today revealed the new all-electric Explorer — a bold new electric vehicle that combines German engineering with striking American style.
“Explorer is a trailblazer for a new breed of exciting Ford electric vehicles. Steeped in our American roots but built in Cologne for our customers in Europe, it is road trip-ready for the big adventures and fully loaded with everything our customers will need for their daily drives,” said Martin Sander, general manager for Ford Model e of Europe.
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