Från minibuss till kylbil: Kia PV5 officiellt avtäckt
At 'Kia EV Day 2025' in Spain, the company officially unveiled the PV5, the first electric vehicle in the Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) family. It is a versatile electric commercial platform that will adapt to the different needs of businesses and private customers. Earlier Kia showed the design of the passenger version and the van, and now revealed information about all the features of the model.
Here's What We Know
The Kia PV5 is a mid-sized commercial electric vehicle (CDV). Thanks to its modular design, Kia offers three main versions:
- PV5 Passenger - a passenger version with a three-seat layout optimised for transfers, taxis and camping.
- PV5 Cargo - cargo version with up to 5.1m³ of cargo volume, available in standard, extended and tall versions.
- PV5 Chassis Cab - Chassis Cab for deep customisation, suitable for reefers, cargo platforms, campers, etc.
There will also be conversion models, including a version for people with disabilities (WAV), a camper, a freezer van and a premium Prime variant.
Specifications
Battery:
- 51.5 kWh or 71.2 kWh (NCM) for all versions.
- 43.3 kWh (LFP) - optional battery version for PV5 Cargo.
It supports fast charging of 10-80% in 30 minutes. The range is up to 400 kilometres (for PV5 Passenger with 71.2 kWh battery).
Engine
- 120 kW (161 hp), 250 Nm, front-wheel drive.
Sales of the Kia PV5 will start in Korea and Europe in the second half of 2025. Launch in other markets is planned for 2026.
Pre-orders will open in the first half of 2025. Conversion versions will be released gradually until 2026.
Source: Kia
