The new Kia PV5, a mid-sized Car Derived Van (CDV), was unveiled at the brand's 2025 Kia EV Day, which was held on 27 February 2025 in Tarragona, Spain. It is the first production model to debut under Kia's Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) global business strategy.
The PV5 is offered in three body styles: Passenger, Cargo, and Chassis Cab. In addition, all Kia PBV models - including the PV5 - will be built on the brand's leading-edge 'E-GMP.S' platform, a dedicated battery-electric skateboard architecture allowing for flexible combinations of various vehicle bodies.
Each offered body style sports key differences between themselves.
The PV5 Passenger features a three-row seat configuration which can be optimised for luggage or camping scenarios and has been developed with ride-hailing use cases in mind.
The PV5 Cargo (High Roof) offers up to 5,100 litres of capacity, with standard, long, and high-roof versions available. An optional L-track mounting system provides unprecedented flexibility, while V2L functionality improves efficiency.
The PV5 Chassis Cab is supplied as an incomplete vehicle, with a shared cabin utilising the front section of the PV5 Cargo. It has been developed to support a diverse range of conversion configurations, from Drop Side to Freezer Box models.
All versions of the Kia PV5 offer two NCM battery choices: 51.5kWh or 71.2kWh. An additional 43.3kWh LFP battery is also available for the PV5 Cargo. This powers its electric motor which offers up to 120kW (161bhp) and 250Nm of torque. Equipped with the 71.2kWh battery, the PV5 Passenger achieves a range of up to 400km, with a fast-charging time from 10% to 80% in 30 minutes.
Inside, Kia's design team has paired vibrant colours with durable, easy-to-clean, and sustainable materials. Interior finishes range from Deep Navy, Dove Gray, Espresso Brown, Terracotta Brown, and Iceberg Green. As well as that, a modular interior allows PV5 users to create bespoke configurations that enhance both work and leisure time, with the cabin's geometric design ensuring efficient space usage with a versatile and flexible storage tray platform, offering multiple adjustable storage zones.
Additionally, the PV5 features a seven-inch instrument cluster and a 12.9-inch navigation screen, with over-the-air (OTA) updates ensuring the latest specifications.
Sales of the PV5 models will begin in Korea and Europe in the second half of 2025, followed by launches in other markets in 2026. Conversion models are set to start production sequentially between 2025 and 2026. Pre-orders are expected to commence in the first half of 2025 for Korean and European markets.
