> ## Content Index > Fetch the complete content index at: https://www.carexplore.com.au/llms.txt > Use this file to discover other available public pages before exploring further. # 2025 Kia EV5 Crash Test Rating: Is It Safe? - URL: https://www.carexplore.com.au/2025-kia-ev5-crash-test-rating-is-it-safe/ - Published: 2024-12-13T10:14:33.000Z - Updated: 2024-12-13T10:14:33.000Z - Description: 2025 Kia EV5 earns ANCAP’s five-star safety rating with strong crash test results and advanced safety features for Australian buyers. - Author: Dylan Anderson - Tags: Car News, ANCAP, ANCAP Safety Rating, Kia, 2025 Kia EV5, Kia EV5 The **2025 Kia EV5**, a cutting-edge electric SUV, has earned an impressive **five-star safety rating** from the Australasian New Car Assessment Program ([**ANCAP**](https://www.carexplore.com.au/tag/ancap/)). As Kia’s newest EV offering for the Australian and New Zealand markets, the EV5’s performance underscores its commitment to safety and innovation. ## **Top Marks Across Key Safety Categories** ANCAP’s stringent 2023–2025 criteria pushed the Kia EV5 through rigorous tests, where it excelled in numerous areas, scoring: - **88% in Adult Occupant Protection** - **86% in Child Occupant Protection** - **74% in Vulnerable Road User Protection** - **82% in Safety Assist** These high scores reflect the EV5’s focus on protecting not only its occupants but also pedestrians and other road users. ![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/12/2025-Kia-EV5-Crash-Frontal.png) ![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/12/2025-Kia-EV5-Crash-Pole-Test.png) ![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/12/2025-Kia-EV5-Crash-Side-Frontal.png) ![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/12/2025-Kia-EV5-Crash-Side-impact-1.png) ![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/12/2025-Kia-EV5-Crash-Side.png) ![](https://www.carexplore.com.au/content/images/2024/12/2025-Kia-EV5-Crash.png) ## **Key Safety Highlights** 1. **Excellent Child Safety** In the **frontal offset test**, the EV5 achieved **maximum points for child protection**, highlighting its suitability for families. The rear seating provided optimal safety for both child dummies during the crash tests. 1. **Robust Active Safety Features** The EV5’s **Autonomous Emergency Braking (AEB)** system demonstrated outstanding performance in avoiding car-to-car collisions. It also includes: - **Pedestrian and cyclist detection** - **Junction assist** - **Emergency lane-keeping assistance (ELK)** 1. **Post-Crash Features** The EV5 stood out with its **multi-collision braking** system, designed to mitigate secondary impacts after a crash. Other noteworthy post-crash technologies include: - **Vehicle submergence countermeasures** - **Provision of a Rescue Sheet for first responders** ## **Room for Improvement** While the EV5’s results were stellar, ANCAP identified areas for potential enhancement: - **Footwell Seam Opening**: A minor opening was noted in the footwell during the frontal offset test. - **Head-to-Head Contact Protection**: Reduced protection was observed for front-seat occupants during the oblique pole test. - **Hard Knee Contact**: The frontal offset test revealed potential hard contact points for the knees of front-seat passengers. ## **Comprehensive Airbag and Assistance Suite** The EV5 comes standard with a comprehensive safety package: - **Dual frontal, side chest, and side head-protecting airbags** - A **centre airbag** to shield front occupants during side impacts Advanced driver assistance systems, including: - **Lane Keep Assist (LKA)** - **Lane Departure Warning (LDW)** - **Speed Assistance System (SAS)** with speed sign recognition ## **A Step Forward for Electric SUVs in Australia** Introduced in **October 2024** for Australia and November for New Zealand, the Kia EV5 combines modern design with advanced safety, making it a top contender in the mid-sized electric SUV segment. Car buyers seeking a family-friendly, future-proof vehicle can rest assured that the EV5 prioritizes safety without compromising on style or technology. > **“The Kia EV5 has been put through its paces, with notable areas of good performance as well as some areas we hope Kia will look to enhance,”** said ANCAP CEO Carla Hoorweg. ## **What do we think of the Kia EV5 Results?** With its stellar ANCAP rating and advanced safety features, the **2025 Kia EV5** sets a new standard for electric SUVs in Australia and New Zealand. Whether you’re prioritizing family safety, cutting-edge technology, or eco-friendly driving, the EV5 checks all the boxes, making it a worthy addition to any driveway. Stay tuned for more updates as the EV5 continues to make waves in the EV market! ## See Also [Kia Confirms All Electric Tasman Ute is Coming? 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