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Kia's All-Electric PV5 Secures Industry's Most Prestigious LCV Award
Established in 1992, IVOTY is the most authoritative global award in the light commercial vehicle (LCV) sector. Winners are selected based on:
The PV5 , marking only the second time an Asian brand has secured this honor in the award's 34-year history.
– Jarlath Sweeney , Chairman of the International Van of the Year jury
The PV5 builds on Kia's established electric vehicle (EV) momentum — demonstrated by the titles. With its debut, Kia expands its vision for sustainable mobility into the commercial sector.
" " – Ho Sung Song, President & CEO of Kia Corporation
The PV5 is Kia's first electric light commercial vehicle (eLCV) and the foundational model of its Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) lineup. It is engineered for efficiency, long-lasting performance and maximum versatility.
Key performance highlights:
Three battery options — 43.3 kWh, 51.5 kWh, 71.2 kWh — allow operators to tailor range and cost to their business needs. A low entry height, flat cargo floor and integrated mounting points streamline loading and upfitting.
The PV5 was shaped through a development process rooted in extensive customer insight. Kia worked closely with logistics firms, delivery operators, fleet managers and mobility service providers to ensure the vehicle meets real-world needs — from ergonomics and loading efficiency to digital uptime tools and serviceability.
– Sangdae Kim , Executive Vice President and Head of PBV Division at Kia Corporation
The PV5 is now available in Cargo Long and Passenger 5-seater variants across Europe . Beginning in 2026, Kia will expand the range with:
Future PBV models — including the larger PV7 and PV9 — will further strengthen Kia's ambition to build a full-scale, next-generation PBV ecosystem for global businesses.
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