The Kia PV5 Crew is a factory-converted electric crew van that switches in seconds between a five-seat crew layout and a two-seat cargo van, offering a compact, practical PBV for light commercial and mixed-use customers. Revealed as a ‘Made in Plant’ PV5 Crew on 2 April 2026 and now orderable in Germany, the PV5 Crew pairs a 51.5 kWh battery with a single motor and modern commercial features such as V2L and optional 22 kW AC charging — a new, dealer-segmented way for Kia to serve small businesses and fleet buyers.
Key facts at a glance
- Status: orderable (Germany).
- World premiere: press announcement 2 April 2026 (factory conversion / 'Made in Plant').
- Market launch: Germany orderable from 9 Nov 2026; deliveries from Dec 2026. Other CEE markets: not yet published.
- Germany prices: Essential €42,090 (gross); Plus €42,705 (gross).
- Powertrain: single-motor electric, 89.4 kW; 51.5 kWh battery.
- Range: WLTP up to 283 km (estimated; homologation pending).
- Dimensions: L 4,695 mm / W 1,895 mm (w/o mirrors) / H 1,950 mm; turning radius 5.5 m.
- Cargo: 2.4–3.7 m³ (5-seat → 2-seat cargo), load length ~1,278–1,965 mm; max payload up to 625 kg.
Specifications
| Version / Item | Power | Battery | WLTP range | Dimensions & cargo |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PV5 Crew (factory conversion) | 89.4 kW (single-motor) | 51.5 kWh | Up to 283 km (WLTP, estimated; homologation pending) | Length 4,695 mm; width 1,895 mm (w/o mirrors) / 2,255 mm (with mirrors); height 1,950 mm; cargo 2.4–3.7 m³; load length ~1,278–1,965 mm; payload up to 625 kg |
Design and interior
The PV5 Crew is a purpose-focused PBV with a factory-installed conversion that allows one-touch transformation between five seats and a two-seat cargo configuration. Cargo volume increases from roughly 2.4 m³ in the five-seat layout to 3.7 m³ in the two-seat cargo mode, and load length extends from about 1,278 mm to roughly 1,965 mm depending on seat position.
Technology and drive
The Crew uses a single-motor electric drivetrain rated at 89.4 kW, fed by a 51.5 kWh battery, with a WLTP figure of up to 283 km stated as an estimate (homologation pending). Features include a 230 V Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) socket and optional 22 kW onboard AC charger; the Plus trim offers V2L and V2X hardware preparation. Kia provides a seven-year manufacturer warranty (or 150,000 km) and an eight-year battery warranty (or 160,000 km) under Kia Europe terms.
Prices and market launch (Central & Eastern Europe)
Kia has opened orders for the PV5 Crew in Germany with list prices at €42,090 (Essential) and €42,705 (Plus) and deliveries scheduled from December 2026. Market launch dates and local pricing for Poland, Czechia, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania and the Baltic states have not been published by Kia as of the latest press materials.
Production and dealer handling — what it means for CEE buyers and dealers
The PV5 Crew is produced and converted as a factory 'Made in Plant' PBV at Kia's PBV‑dedicated EVO plant in Hwaseong, South Korea. In Germany Kia is handling the PV5 Cargo and factory-conversion variants (including Crew) via a specialised PBV dealer/network while passenger variants are offered via the regular Kia dealer network. Kia has not published specific CEE distribution or pricing plans for Poland, Czechia, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania or the Baltic states yet; dealers and fleet customers in those countries should expect official local announcements from Kia when launches and local pricing are confirmed.
Competitors
Not yet specified in Kia materials for the PV5 Crew.
Frequently asked questions
When does the Kia PV5 Crew come out?
Orders for the PV5 Crew opened in Germany on 9 November 2026 with deliveries scheduled from December 2026; broader CEE launch dates are not yet published.
How much does the Kia PV5 Crew cost?
In Germany the PV5 Crew list prices start at €42,090 (Essential) and €42,705 (Plus). Local prices for Poland, Czechia, Slovakia, Hungary, Romania and the Baltic states are not yet published.
What range does the Kia PV5 Crew have?
The PV5 Crew is equipped with a 51.5 kWh battery and Kia states a WLTP figure of up to 283 km as an estimate; homologation is pending.
Where is the PV5 Crew built?
The PV5 Crew is produced and factory-converted at Kia’s PBV‑dedicated EVO plant in Hwaseong (Autoland Hwaseong), South Korea.
Can the PV5 switch between passenger and cargo modes?
Yes — the factory conversion allows one-touch switching between a five-seat crew layout and a two-seat cargo van, expanding cargo volume from ~2.4 m³ to ~3.7 m³ and increasing load length accordingly.
Does the PV5 Crew support charging and V2L?
Yes — the Crew is equipped with a 230 V Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) socket and an optional 22 kW onboard AC charger; the Plus trim includes V2L and V2X hardware preparation.
What warranty does Kia offer?
Kia Europe terms apply: a seven-year manufacturer warranty (or 150,000 km) and an eight-year battery warranty (or 160,000 km).
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Status: 2026-11-11. This page is updated as soon as the manufacturer publishes new information.
