Kia has unveiled its PV7 electric van for the first time at IAA Transportation 2026 in Hanover, Germany, introducing a commercial model larger than the PV5 and aimed at transporting passengers and cargo. The PV7 is approximately 5,350 mm long and can be offered as a passenger version accommodating up to 9 people in global markets, or in cargo versions providing up to 8 cubic metres of space.
Two Batteries and a Range Exceeding 460 Kilometres
The PV7 is based on the same E-GMP.S platform used by the PV5 and comes with two nickel-cobalt-manganese battery options with capacities of 71.5 and 96.2 kWh. The Long Range Cargo version offers a range of more than 460 kilometres according to the WLTP cycle, while front-wheel drive is standard, with plans to add all-wheel drive in the future.
The front electric powertrain produces up to 200 kW, or 268 horsepower, with 420 Nm of torque. The vehicle also uses an 800-volt electrical architecture, enabling the battery to be charged from 10% to 80% in approximately 25 minutes when using a 350 kW DC charger.
One Design for Multiple Use Scenarios
The PV7 measures approximately 5,350 mm in length, 1,995 mm in width and 1,990 mm in height, with a 3,500 mm wheelbase. It is clearly larger than the PV5 Passenger, and its length also exceeds that of the long-wheelbase version of the Volkswagen ID. Buzz.
The PV7 Cargo is available in two-seat or three-seat configurations and offers up to 6.1 cubic metres of cargo space, while the High Roof version increases capacity to 8 cubic metres. Maximum payload reaches 1,165 kilograms in the long version and 1,200 kilograms in the compact version. The PV7 Long can accommodate up to three Euro pallets, with a loading height of 550 mm and a driving mode designed for heavy loads.
Equipment options include a double rear door that opens fully or a rear liftgate. The vehicle also offers a V2L function, which allows work tools, camping equipment or external electronic devices to be powered using energy from the battery.
Passenger Version and Nineteen Planned Configurations
Kia designed the PV7 Passenger for shuttle services, rental use and family applications. The global version accommodates up to 9 passengers, while the number rises to 11 passengers in Korea. The seven-seat version uses removable Long-Rail Easy Remove seats, allowing the cabin layout to be changed, while the nine-seat version is available with or without a fourth row.
Kia plans to launch 23 different PV7 configurations over the coming years. The plan includes compact, long and high-roof Cargo versions, compact and long Passenger versions, as well as a Chassis Cab and several customised conversion models.
What Changes in Practice?
The PV7 places Kia in a larger segment of electric commercial vehicles, where the value is not limited to replacing an internal-combustion engine with an electric powertrain, but extends to a modular platform that can be configured for commercial transport, passenger transport or specialised conversions. This matters to companies that need to combine long range, cargo capacity and versatility in body styles.
However, some important details have not yet been finalised. The price of the PV7 will be announced closer to its launch, and the 460-kilometre range applies to the Long Range Cargo version according to the WLTP cycle, not to all configurations. The Passenger and Cargo versions are scheduled to launch in Korea and Europe during the second half of 2027, before expanding to other markets.