Originally designed for the Korean market, the Kia Ray was also sold in Vietnam from 2011-2013.

Up to now, the Korean car manufacturer has added an electric version to this mini car model.

Accordingly, in the Korean market, Kia Ray EV 2024 has a 4-seater configuration and an optional cargo van version with 1 or 2 seats. The car is priced from 27.35 – 29.55 million won (equivalent to 496 – 536 million VND). This price is significantly higher than the gasoline-powered version of the Kia Ray.

The car is powered by an electric motor with a maximum output of 87 horsepower and a maximum torque of 147 Nm. The car uses a 35.2 kWh LFP battery, allowing for a maximum range of 205 km on full charge. Within the city limits, the range can increase to 233 km. Kia Ray EV 2024 supports fast charging at 150 kW and slow charging at 7 kW. The charging time from 10 – 80% using fast charging is about 40 minutes.

In general, the exterior of this electric version is no different from the gasoline-powered version. The car is only equipped with a charging port at the front of the car, behind the Kia logo, and additionally offers the option of a blue exterior color.

The car still features an asymmetrical door design with the driver side rear door opening normally, while the passenger side rear door is a sliding type similar to large MPVs.

As for the interior, the cabin of Kia Ray EV is equipped with a 10.24-inch digital instrument cluster, an 8-inch touchscreen center display, and standard electronic gear shifter on the steering column. Optional features include front seat heating, ventilated seats, flat-folding driver’s seat, heated steering wheel, and artificial leather seats.

TH (Tuoitrethudo)