2026 Kia PV5 Cargo UK Version
2026 Kia PV5 Cargo UK Version
By Team Dailyrevs May 2, 2025
Kia’s first electric van, the 2026 PV5 Cargo, debuts with a minimalist design and practical features.
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Offers two battery options: 51.5 kWh and 71.2 kWh, with ranges up to 249 miles.
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Starting price in the UK is £27,645 (+VAT), undercutting rivals like the VW ID.Buzz Cargo.
Form Follows Function — With a Sharp Edge
Kia’s 2026 Kia PV5 Cargo isn’t here to wow with wild styling. And that’s the point. What you get instead is a boxy, upright silhouette that works hard for interior space — especially with the high-roof configuration that offers 1,815mm of standing height. From the side, it’s slab-sided and clean, with subtle sculpting over the wheel arches and flush-mounted door handles that don’t fuss around.
Step height sits at just 423mm, so loading and unloading doesn’t feel like a chore. And inside, you’ve got up to 5.17 cubic meters of usable cargo space — which, for most urban businesses, is more than enough. No drama here. Just smart packaging.
Battery Choices for Real-World Needs
Under the skin, the Kia PV5 Cargo offers two battery sizes — 51.5 kWh or 71.2 kWh. The standard range model puts out 121 hp, while the long-range version bumps that to 163 hp. Both are front-wheel drive, and while Kia hasn’t gone deep on performance specs, that’s not really the point.
Range is the big story here: up to 249 miles depending on battery and use case. That’s solid for city-based delivery runs or tradespeople looking to electrify without worrying about daily charging.
Inside, It’s All About Ease
The interior feels clean and business-first. A 12.9-inch central touchscreen runs on Android Automotive OS and supports wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto — nice to see both included without drama.
There’s a column-mounted gear selector to free up floor space, plus physical controls where it counts. Don’t expect luxury touches, but the layout is intuitive and driver-friendly. There’s also a solid view out — important when navigating tight city streets.
Undercutting the Big Names
Here’s where things get interesting: the base Kia PV5 Cargo starts at £27,645 before VAT in the UK. Factor in the £5,000 government Plug-in Van Grant, and it drops to £22,645 — a figure that puts it well below electric rivals like the VW ID.Buzz Cargo.
For small businesses and urban fleets, this pricing structure might be the thing that tips the balance toward EVs.
Kia’s Quiet Confidence in the Commercial EV Space
This isn’t a concept. It’s not a flashy halo project. The 2026 Kia PV5 Cargo is a working van that happens to be electric — and that’s exactly what many buyers want right now. Smart proportions, usable range, and a price that undercuts the competition.
Not exciting in the usual sense. But definitely important.
| Category | Specification |
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| Performance | |
| – Motor Output | 120 kW (161 hp) |
| – Torque | 250 Nm (184 lb-ft) |
| – Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive |
| Powertrain | |
| – Battery Options | 43.3 kWh (LFP, Cargo only), 51.5 kWh (NMC), 71.2 kWh (NMC) |
| – Estimated Range | Up to 400 km (249 miles) WLTP with 71.2 kWh battery |
| – Charging Time | 30 minutes (10–80% via DC fast charging) |
| Body Measurements | |
| – Length | 4,500 mm (Compact), 4,700 mm (Long/High Roof) |
| – Width | 1,900 mm |
| – Height | 1,900 mm (Compact/Long), 2,200 mm (High Roof) |
| – Wheelbase | 3,000 mm |
| Capacities | |
| – Cargo Volume | Up to 5.1 m³ |
| – Payload Capacity | Up to 770 kg |
| – Seating Configurations | Varies by model (e.g., 2-3-0 for Passenger variant) |
| Price | |
| – Starting Price | Approximately €30,000 (excluding VAT); UK pricing expected to start around £35,000 for the 51.5 kWh battery model |