Kia PV5 Crew: Five-seater electric van starting at 42,090 euros
The Kia PV5 Crew, an electric van with five seats, is available for order and can be converted into a two-seater with a 3.73 m³ cargo space using a lever. It has 89 kW (122 HP), a 51.5 kWh battery, and a WLTP range of up to 283 km. It costs starting at 42,090 euros and will be delivered starting in December.
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In May 2025, Kia began selling the PV5 Cargo van in Germany, entering the segment of electric light commercial vehicles. Since then, the series has expanded: In June 2026, six-seater and seven-seater versions of the PV5 Passenger became available, and according to the manufacturer, there is now also a chassis with a driver’s cab and a wheelchair-accessible version. The new PV5 Crew variant is based on the longer version of the PV5 Cargo (L2H1), measures 4,695 millimeters in length, and is manufactured as a Kia conversion directly at the PBV plant in Hwaseong, South Korea. According to Kia, the target market primarily consists of municipalities, as well as smaller craft businesses that want to use the vehicle as a commercial vehicle or for passenger transport depending on their needs.
Powertrain, Battery, and Range
The 2027 model year PV5 Crew features front-wheel drive and produces 89 kW (122 hp), with a top speed of 135 km/h. The battery has a capacity of 51.5 kWh; Kia does not specify other battery sizes for the Crew. The manufacturer claims a range of up to 283 kilometers according to WLTP standards, with a combined power consumption of 20.7 kWh per 100 kilometers. The PV5 Cargo L2H1, equipped with the same battery and power output, has a combined power consumption of 19.0 kWh per 100 kilometers and a range of up to 297 kilometers per the specifications provided.
The Crew is approved for towing and can pull trailers up to 750 kilograms, whether braked or unbraked. Kia offers a removable trailer hitch as an accessory for both trim levels. The turning circle is 11.0 meters from curb to curb.
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Charging capacity and V2L
According to Kia, a battery can be charged from 10 to 80 percent in about 30 minutes using a sufficiently powerful DC charging station. The statement does not specify a maximum charging power. For AC charging, an 11-kW charger is standard, while an optional 22-kW charger is available for the Plus trim level. The Plus model also features a 230-volt outlet in the cargo area, allowing external devices to be powered via Vehicle-to-Load using electricity from the vehicle’s battery. Additionally, it includes hardware preparation for feeding electricity back into the home grid and public grid (V2H and V2G). For charging on the road, Kia refers to its Kia Charge service, which reportedly has around 1.2 million charging points in 27 European countries, nearly 220,000 of them in Germany.
From five-seater to two-seater
When converting it to a two-seater configuration, the second row of seats along with the partition to the cargo area is moved forward. A single lever unlocks the seat row and simultaneously lifts the seat cushion of the bench; according to Kia, this process takes just a few seconds. As a result, the cargo area’s length, measured from the floor, increases from 1,667 to 2,086 millimeters, while its volume rises from 2.44 to 3.73 cubic meters. The maximum load capacity ranges from 590 to 625 kilograms depending on the trim level.
For cargo securing and accessories, there are airline rails at the front and sides of the cargo area, and the floor is anti-slip. The loading edge is 399 millimeters on the sides and 419 millimeters at the back. Loading is done through sliding doors on both sides and a double-door at the rear that can open up to 180 degrees.
Specifications
Equipment and Prices
Kia offers the Crew in two trims. The base Essential version includes features such as a navigation and infotainment system, digital dashboard, automatic climate control, rearview camera, front and rear parking sensors, LED headlights, and a Smart Key. With this key, the vehicle automatically locks when the driver moves away and unlocks when they return. Standard for the driver is an electrically adjustable lumbar support and a height-adjustable, foldable armrest on the right side of the seat. The Plus trim adds items such as a power outlet and V2X readiness, along with front seat heating, a heated steering wheel, and an inductive charging pad for smartphones. Optional for the Plus trim are a heat pump, 16-inch alloy wheels, and Digital Key 2.0, which allows the smartphone to serve as the car key.
The Essential starts at 42,090 euros (net 35,369.75 euros), while the Plus begins at 42,705 euros (net 35,886.55 euros). These are non-binding price recommendations plus delivery costs. Kia offers a seven-year manufacturer’s warranty up to 150,000 kilometers and an eight-year warranty on the battery up to 160,000 kilometers. Deliveries begin in December. The Crew, like the PV5 Cargo, is sold through a specialized PBV dealer network, whereas the PV5 Passenger is available at all Kia dealers.
Infotainment and Assistance Systems
Like all of Kia’s PBV models, the Crew is built on the E-GMP.S platform. The infotainment system runs on Android Automotive OS and can be expanded with user-specific apps and integrated into fleet management solutions according to Kia. The touchscreen measures 12.9 inches. Additional features for infotainment include Kia Connect’s online services, which provide real-time information and remote control functions via app. An AI assistant is available free of charge for the first year and then at a cost. Software updates can also be delivered over the air per Kia, with two such updates included free of charge as part of the 7-year navigation map updates.
Standard features include an adaptive cruise control with stop-and-go function, an highway assist system, a lane-keeping assistant, and a lane-following assistant, a front collision warning system with turn assistance, an intelligent speed assist, and an attention assistant. In its 2025 test, Euro NCAP rated the PV5 Cargo a five-star vehicle in the light commercial vehicle category; Kia does not provide a separate rating for the Crew version.
Would a five-seater that can be converted into a van using a lever be suitable for your business or daily use? Is a range of 283 kilometers sufficient for your needs?
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