This photo provided by Kia Corp. shows the company’s PV5 models. (Yonhap)
SEOUL, June 9 (Korea Bizwire) – Kia Corp. on Monday unveiled the specifications and pricing for the PV5, the automaker’s first-ever electric purpose-built vehicle (PBV), and said it will begin accepting preorders this week.
The PV5 is a mid-sized PBV built on Hyundai Motor Group’s dedicated electric platform E-GMP.S, and designed to serve both personal and commercial mobility needs, such as commuting, leisure and logistics. Preorders will begin Tuesday.
At launch, the PV5 will be available in two main configurations, the passenger and cargo variants. Both will utilize Kia’s new Flexible Body System, which features modular components allowing customized seat or cargo layouts to meet user needs.
The PV5 passenger model is optimized for comfort and versatility, catering to activities such as camping and picnics, in addition to regular transportation. It is equipped with a 120 kilowatt electric motor and a 71.2 kilowatt-hour battery, allowing a maximum driving range of 358 kilometers on a single charge.
The cargo variant, designed for maximum load efficiency, offers a spacious cargo area and low loading height, and is available in three trims: compact, long and high roof.
Kia said it expects the PV5 passenger variant to be priced in the mid-to-high 30 million-won (US$22,100) range, while the cargo variant will start in the mid-to-high 20 million won range after applying government tax benefits and subsidies.
(Yonhap)
