Kia Introduces New Body and Battery Variants for the PV5 Cargo

Kia PV5 Cargo van displayed at an indoor exhibition stand.Kia PV5 Cargo van displayed at an indoor exhibition stand.Kia PV5 Cargo van displayed at an indoor exhibition stand.Kia PV5 Cargo van displayed at an indoor exhibition stand.Kia PV5 Cargo van displayed at an indoor exhibition stand.Kia PV5 Cargo van displayed at an indoor exhibition stand.Kia PV5 Cargo van displayed at an indoor exhibition stand.Kia PV5 Cargo van displayed at an indoor exhibition stand.

Kia Introduces New Body and Battery Variants for the PV5 Cargo

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Post from April 28, 2026

Kia has expanded its "Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV)" lineup with the high-roof PV5 Cargo (L2H2) and the shorter PV5 Cargo L1H1. These two new variants of the PV5 Cargo are designed to strengthen Kia’s PBV strategy by offering configurations tailored to different use cases: high cargo volume and urban logistics. 

Kia has expanded its "Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV)" lineup with the high-roof PV5 Cargo (L2H2) and the shorter PV5 Cargo L1H1. These two new variants of the PV5 Cargo are designed to strengthen Kia’s PBV strategy by offering configurations tailored to different use cases: high cargo volume and urban logistics. 

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Post from April 28, 2026
Kia PV5 Cargo van displayed at an indoor exhibition stand.
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Compared to the PV5 Cargo L2H1 introduced at the end of 2025, the new high-roof version offers more cargo space. This electric van features a cargo area measuring 2,255 mm long, 1,815 mm high, and 1,565 mm wide, providing a total capacity of more than five cubic meters. 

The L2H2 high-roof variant also offers functional improvements. Depending on optional equipment or accessories, these include features such as a walkthrough from the driver’s area to the cargo compartment—allowing access without leaving the vehicle—as well as an airline track system designed for secure, customizable cargo tie-downs for various professional applications. The driver’s cabin also offers flexibility, with an optional three-seat bench available instead of the two individual seats. 

Kia PV5 Cargo van displayed at a trade show booth.
(c) Kia

The PV5 Cargo L1H1 is optimized for urban logistics and service fleets. It features a more compact cargo area with a volume of just over four cubic meters. Like the PV5 Cargo line in general, the new variants are based on Kia's E-GMP.S (Electric Global Modular Platform for Service) platform. 

Three battery options are available for both variants, with capacities of 43.3 kWh, 51.5 kWh, or 71.2 kWh. Additionally, both support 22 kW AC charging, as AC charging infrastructure is the most widely developed in Europe. The maximum range is up to 372 kilometers (approx. 231 miles) for the high-roof variant and up to 392 kilometers (approx. 244 miles) for the standard model. 

Kia PV5 Cargo van displayed at a trade show with large screen.
(c) Kia

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