Kia U.K. unveils Pride EV restomod on its 80th birthday
08 Oct 2024|321 views
In commemoration of its 80th anniversary (which it celebrated on 6 October 2024), Kia has unveiled a one-off all-electric Kia Pride EV, a 'restomod' of its original Kia Pride model. The car was birthed as part of a joint project between Kia U.K. and British EV powertrain company, Electrogenic.
The revamped Pride EV introduces a fully-electric powertrain that offers high power, instantaneous torque, and zero tailpipe emissions. Almost all its original internal combustion components have been swapped for the powertrain, retaining only its five-speed manual transmission, drive shafts, and front-wheel drive.
Under the bonnet of the Kia Pride EV, where the first 10kWh battery pack is located. The original engine has been swapped out for a fully-electric powertrain
The motor and transmission are powered by twin battery packs of 10kWh each. Both packs are positioned over each axle for improved weight distribution. The Pride EV can be fully recharged from 0-100% in around six hours from a conventional plug socket or wall-mounted charger.
Whilst the original engine could produce 60bhp at 5,550rpm and 118Nm of torque at 3,500rpm, the new electric motor in its place spins at up to 8,000rpm, and produces up to 80kW (107bhp) at 3,600-4,800rpm, an increase of 77.7%.
The charging socket of the Kia Pride EV houses a Type 2 charging connector linked to a 3.3kW on-board charger
Following Kia's recent trend of offering different drive modes, the Pride EV can switch between three modes, 'Eco', 'Sport', and 'Auto'.
The 'Eco' mode is great for maximising the car's range, with the motor torque limited to half of its potential maximum. In this mode, the Pride EV is able to hit 100km/h from a standstill in 11.8 seconds.
Turning the dial to 'Sport' mode boosts the Pride EV's power and torque to the maximum (80kW and 235Nm of torque from 0-2,500rpm, a 99.2 percent increase), enabling the car to go from 0-100km/h in just eight seconds.
The conversion from petrol to electric has resulted in a slight weight increase for the model, jumping from 850kg to 870kg (without driver). The extra weight, however, is offset by gains in power and performance
The 'Auto' mode is different, in the sense that it allows the Pride EV to behave like a conventional electric vehicle. Power and torque are set at 75% of the maximum return and top speed is slightly limited.
Much of the car's original 1980s-derived design has been retained, including its original 12-inch steel wheels and wheel covers, but it also sports elements of modern Kia models. These include a 'White Pearl' finish, as featured on the EV3 and EV6, and upgraded front and rear lights for improved visibility.
In commemoration of its 80th anniversary (which it celebrated on 6 October 2024), Kia has unveiled a one-off all-electric Kia Pride EV, a 'restomod' of its original Kia Pride model. The car was birthed as part of a joint project between Kia U.K. and British EV powertrain company, Electrogenic.
The revamped Pride EV introduces a fully-electric powertrain that offers high power, instantaneous torque, and zero tailpipe emissions. Almost all its original internal combustion components have been swapped for the powertrain, retaining only its five-speed manual transmission, drive shafts, and front-wheel drive.
Under the bonnet of the Kia Pride EV, where the first 10kWh battery pack is located. The original engine has been swapped out for a fully-electric powertrain
The motor and transmission are powered by twin battery packs of 10kWh each. Both packs are positioned over each axle for improved weight distribution. The Pride EV can be fully recharged from 0-100% in around six hours from a conventional plug socket or wall-mounted charger.
Whilst the original engine could produce 60bhp at 5,550rpm and 118Nm of torque at 3,500rpm, the new electric motor in its place spins at up to 8,000rpm, and produces up to 80kW (107bhp) at 3,600-4,800rpm, an increase of 77.7%.
The charging socket of the Kia Pride EV houses a Type 2 charging connector linked to a 3.3kW on-board charger
Following Kia's recent trend of offering different drive modes, the Pride EV can switch between three modes, 'Eco', 'Sport', and 'Auto'.
The 'Eco' mode is great for maximising the car's range, with the motor torque limited to half of its potential maximum. In this mode, the Pride EV is able to hit 100km/h from a standstill in 11.8 seconds.
Turning the dial to 'Sport' mode boosts the Pride EV's power and torque to the maximum (80kW and 235Nm of torque from 0-2,500rpm, a 99.2 percent increase), enabling the car to go from 0-100km/h in just eight seconds.
The conversion from petrol to electric has resulted in a slight weight increase for the model, jumping from 850kg to 870kg (without driver). The extra weight, however, is offset by gains in power and performance
The 'Auto' mode is different, in the sense that it allows the Pride EV to behave like a conventional electric vehicle. Power and torque are set at 75% of the maximum return and top speed is slightly limited.
Much of the car's original 1980s-derived design has been retained, including its original 12-inch steel wheels and wheel covers, but it also sports elements of modern Kia models. These include a 'White Pearl' finish, as featured on the EV3 and EV6, and upgraded front and rear lights for improved visibility.
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