Kia PV5
{{Short description|Upcoming battery electric van}}
{{Infobox automobile
| name = Kia PV5
| image = Kia PV5 (SW1) Cargo – Seoul Mobility Show 2025 (07).jpg
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| manufacturer = Kia
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| production = 2025 (to commence)
| assembly = South Korea: Hwaseong (Autoland Hwasung)
| designer = Teck-Koun Kim
| class = {{ubl| PBV | Minivan | Light commercial vehicle (M)}}
| body_style = {{ubl
| 5-door minivan
| 5-door panel van
| 2-door chassis cab
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| layout = {{unbulleted list
| Front-motor, front-wheel-drive
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| platform = Electric Global Modular Platform for Service (E-GMP.S)
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| wheelbase = {{cvt|2995|mm|in|1}}
| length = {{cvt|4695|mm|in|1}}
| width = {{cvt|1895|mm|in|1}}
| height = {{cvt|1905|mm|in|1}}
| weight = {{cvt|NNNN|-|NNNN|kg|lb|0}}
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| sp = uk
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The Kia PV5 ({{Korean|hangul=기아 PV5}}) is a battery electric van and PBV produced by Kia. Based on the dedicated battery electric E-GMP.S platform, it is part of the Kia PV series.{{Cite web |last=Pappas |first=Thanos |date=July 10, 2024 |title=Kia PV5 Electric Van Spied In Production Form |url=https://www.carscoops.com/2024/07/kia-pv5-electric-van-spied-in-production-form/ |access-date=July 25, 2024 |website=Carscoops}}
The design was previewed when Kia unveiled its purpose-built vehicle concepts, including the PV5, in January 2024.{{Cite web |last=Bell |first=Sebastien |date=January 8, 2024 |title=Kia Unveils New PV Electric Van Concepts With Swapable Bodies |url=https://www.carscoops.com/2024/01/the-kia-pv5-is-an-electric-commercial-vehicle-with-a-swappable-body/ |access-date=July 25, 2024 |website=Carscoops}} It was first introduced at CES and unveiled along with the EV2 and EV4 at the 2025 Kia EV Day in Spain on February 24, 2025. Pre-orders for the PV5 are scheduled to begin in South Korea and Europe in the first half of 2025.{{Cite news |date=28 February 2025 |title=기아, EV 신모델 공개…세단·PBV로 전동화 전략 확장 |url=https://www.newsis.com/view/NISX20250227_0003081585 |work=Newsis |language=Korean}}
The base model includes passenger, cargo and wheelchair-accessible versions, while conversion models include leisure, refrigerated and frozen vehicles. The PV5 Crew is a model exclusive to the European market.
Overview
File:Kia PV5 (SW1) Passenger – Seoul Mobility Show 2025 (02).jpg
The PV5 is an electric vehicle built with an upper body on top of a flat and wide E-GMP.S (service) platform. The E-GMP.S platform was developed based on the Hyundai Electric Global Modular Platform (E-GMP) platform introduced in 2021 to reflect the needs of potential customers in various industries.{{Cite news |date=27 February 2025 |title=기아 첫 PBV 'PV5'...널찍한 실내공간에 사람도 짐도 자유자재로 |url=https://www.yna.co.kr/view/AKR20250225171800003 |work=Yonhap News |language=Korean}} It is the first model of Kia's PBV series, the PV.
It is designed for various operational purposes such as passenger transport, cargo transport, and wheelchair user assistance, and can be expanded into other forms. It will be released as a basic model for each main purpose, including "Passenger", "Cargo", and "WAV" (Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle). WAV has convenience features for wheelchair users. In addition to the basic models, there will also be a number of conversion PV5 lineups produced and guaranteed by Kia. These include the "Light Camper" optimized for leisure and relaxation, the "Prime" and "Open Bed" luxury passenger models, and the "Crew" exclusive to Europe.
It is equipped with a 12.9-inch screen display with a 16:9 ratio and an infotainment system based on the Android Automotive Operating System.
Design
Versions
= Passenger =
The Kia PV5 Passenger is a passenger transportation service model. The passenger space is equipped with convenient features such as a USB charging terminal and seat heating switch. The arrangement of the seats in the First to Third rows can be changed depending on the number of passengers and purpose. It is equipped with a NCM battery with a capacity of 71.2 kWh.
File:Kia PV5 (SW1) Passenger – Seoul Mobility Show 2025 (04).jpg|2nd row
File:Kia PV5 (SW1) Passenger – Seoul Mobility Show 2025 (01).jpg|Rear
= Cargo =
The Kia PV5 Cargo is divided into three detailed models: Compact, Long, and High Roof, depending on the loading capacity. The cargo space is equipped with an L-track mounting that can be equipped with lights, nets, and fasteners, and has a V2L function. It is equipped with a NCM battery with a capacity of 71.2 kWh or 51.5 kWh. In the European market, a model with a 43.3 kWh LFP battery is also available.
File:Kia PV5 (SW1) Cargo –Seoul Mobility Show 2025 (02).jpg|Front
File:Kia PV5 (SW1) Cargo –Seoul Mobility Show 2025 (01).jpg|Loading space
= WAV =
The Kia PV5 WAV (Wheelchair Accessible Vehicle) has a side-mounted boarding and disembarkation system to allow wheelchair users, such as those with disabilities, to board the second row of the vehicle from sidewalk. A third-row tip-up seat has been installed to allow accompanying guardians to assist passengers.
File:Kia PV5 (SW1) WAV – Seoul Mobility Show 2025 (02).jpg|
Markets
References
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External links
- {{Commons category-inline|Kia PV5}}
- {{Official website|https://worldwide.kia.com/int/pv5}}
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