Kia shares more about the PV5 electric van — Here’s what we know

If you’re planning more family drives and need extra space, the PV5 might soon be an option worth checking out. Kia has shared more details about its upcoming PV5 electric van as orders for the model officially opened in Korea. The PV5 is Kia’s first battery-powered van and is designed mainly for the European and South Korean markets. It is aimed at both businesses and private drivers looking for a practical and flexible electric van.

The PV5 will be available in two lengths, both built on a 2,995 mm wheelbase. Both the cargo and passenger versions will come in standard and extended sizes. For now, the passenger version is a five-seater, but Kia is expected to offer a three-row version later. The cargo version will be a two-seater. Inside, the PV5 keeps the design simple and functional. Most of the important controls are managed by physical buttons, while other features are handled through the infotainment screen. A separate digital screen serves as the instrument cluster. The cabin also has plenty of storage compartments, including a glove box for the driver.

One useful feature of the PV5 is its V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) function, which allows the van to power appliances or even some parts of a home. The back seats of the passenger version can be folded flat to create a bed, and the cargo version includes a hidden storage space in the floor for extra flexibility. The van’s size is quite compact. The longer cargo model measures 4,695 mm in length, which is actually shorter than a Toyota Zenix. Even so, the PV5 offers up to 4,420 liters of cargo space. The passenger version offers at least 1,330 liters.

Kia also revealed battery options. The passenger version uses a 71.2 kWh battery with a range of up to 358 km. The cargo version can be ordered with either the same 71.2 kWh battery or a smaller 51.5 kWh battery. Depending on the battery, the cargo van can go either 280 km or 377 km on a full charge. 

Kia has not yet released the power output numbers for the PV5, but with orders now open, more details should follow soon. The PV5 looks like it will offer a practical and flexible option for anyone looking to switch to an electric van. While waiting, feel free to check out Kia’s current models on AutoDeal.com.ph. It only takes one click to get a quote.