New electric direction, KG Mobility Torres EVX targets family buyers

With the Torres EVX, KG Mobility moves its rugged SUV design into the electric age, combining a 73.4 kWh LFP battery, up to 600 km CLTC range and a family-sized cabin aimed first at the Korean market.

Edited by ad hoc news New Releases & Launches Desk. Reviewed before publication on 06/16/2026 at 7:51 AM ET. Details in the imprint.

With the Torres EVX, KG Mobility is pushing its rugged SUV design into full-electric territory, targeting families that want space and a traditional SUV stance without a combustion engine. The mid-size battery-electric SUV, first launched in South Korea in 2023 and now rolling into more export markets, combines a 73.4 kWh lithium iron phosphate (LFP) battery with a single front-mounted motor rated at 150 kW and 339 Nm of torque, according to the company’s specifications. The official Torres EVX product page lists a maximum driving range of up to 433 km under Korea’s certification cycle and up to 600 km under the more lenient CLTC standard.

Electric SUV with familiar KG Mobility design cues

The Torres EVX sits between KG Mobility’s compact Korando e-Motion and larger Rexton in size, pairing the brand’s angular, off-road-inspired styling with a fully electric platform derived from the internal-combustion Torres. The vehicle measures roughly 186.6 inches in length, 74.4 inches in width and 68.1 inches in height, putting it squarely in the heart of the global C-SUV segment, while the long 113.8-inch wheelbase is designed to free up cabin and cargo space for families, according to technical data shared by Korean dealers. Korean media reports note that the EVX retains a high seating position and upright tailgate, echoing traditional SUVs while differentiating it from sleeker crossover-style EVs. A launch report in The Korea Herald highlighted KG Mobility’s emphasis on combining a “tough” exterior with everyday practicality.

Inside, the Torres EVX moves decisively upmarket compared with earlier SsangYong-era cabins, with a wide digital panel integrating a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster and a 12.3-inch central touchscreen, plus a separate touch panel for climate and vehicle settings. Higher trims in the Korean market offer synthetic leather upholstery, ambient lighting and advanced driver assistance systems including adaptive cruise control, lane keeping assistance and a highway driving assist function that centers the car in its lane on marked roads. Independent tests from EV-focused outlets describe the driving experience as tuned more for comfort than outright sportiness, with the front-wheel-drive layout and LFP battery prioritizing stability and longevity over rapid acceleration.

Battery technology is one of the Torres EVX’s key talking points. The 73.4 kWh LFP pack is supplied by BYD, giving KG Mobility access to cell-to-pack know-how and the chemistry’s well-known advantages in cycle life and thermal stability. Korean certification data puts typical energy consumption at roughly 5.1 km per kWh in mixed driving for the long-range variant, translating into the quoted 433 km domestic range figure, while the 600 km CLTC number is mainly relevant for markets that reference the Chinese cycle. DC fast charging is supported at up to around 120 kW peak, allowing a 10 to 80 percent charge in approximately 40 minutes under ideal conditions, based on KG Mobility’s own estimates and early owner reports in Korea.

Pricing for the Torres EVX in South Korea starts around 49 million won before subsidies for the base E5 trim, rising to about 53 million won for the better-equipped E7 model, according to local dealer listings in early 2026. That positions the EVX below many imported electric SUVs while overlapping with well-equipped hybrid competitors in the domestic market. KG Mobility is pitching the vehicle not only to private buyers but also to corporate and fleet customers that need a relatively affordable electric SUV with a straightforward maintenance profile. Export versions for Europe and other regions are being adapted to local safety and charging standards, although the company has not announced a US launch, and the model is currently not officially sold in the United States.

Strategically, the Torres EVX is a cornerstone of KG Mobility’s attempt to reposition itself as an EV-focused automaker following its rebranding from SsangYong and the entry of investor KG Group. The company has flagged the Torres line as a major contributor to unit sales and a platform for further derivatives, including potential off-road and long-range variants, in past investor presentations. KG Mobility is listed on the Korea Exchange, and its shares, trading under ISIN KR7003620002, last closed at 6,410 won on KRX on 06/14/2026, according to recent exchange data. Recent KRX filings underline management’s focus on expanding EV exports and stabilizing profitability.

KG Mobility Torres EVX key facts

• Product: Torres EVX
• Manufacturer: KG Mobility Co., Ltd.
• Category: New Release/Launch - electric SUV
• Launch date: Korean market introduction in 2023; export roll-out ongoing
• MSRP / Price: From about KRW 49 million in South Korea for base trim (before subsidies)
• Availability: Primarily South Korea and selected export markets; not officially sold in the US
• Target audience: Family buyers and fleets seeking a mid-size electric SUV with conventional SUV styling
• Key differentiator / USP: Combination of rugged design, BYD-supplied 73.4 kWh LFP battery and competitive pricing in the mid-size EV SUV segment

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