Meet the Kia PV5 Cargo: The Electric Van Built for the Future of Business
Electric vans are no longer just a glimpse of the future — they’re here, and the Kia PV5 Cargo is arriving ready to shake up the entire commercial vehicle market. Designed from the ground up as an electric workhorse, this isn’t just a van with batteries thrown in. It’s a purpose-built business tool made to make everyday work smoother, cheaper, and smarter.
Whether you’re running deliveries across the city, managing a growing fleet, or hauling tools from job to job, the PV5 Cargo proves electric power and practicality can finally go hand in hand.
Built Electric from Day One
The PV5 sits on Kia’s new PBV — Platform Beyond Vehicle — architecture, meaning it was designed as an electric vehicle from the start. No compromises, no awkward layouts, just smart use of space and technology tailored for business use.
With a target range of up to 250 miles (WLTP), most businesses can complete multiple days of urban driving without needing to charge constantly. And when you do need to plug in, rapid DC charging can take the battery from 10–80% in around 30 minutes, making downtime minimal.
It’s front-wheel drive, smooth to operate, and incredibly easy to handle in busy city environments.
Built to Carry What Matters
A van lives or dies by how useful it is, and Kia clearly understands what businesses need.
The PV5 Cargo offers around 4.4 cubic metres of load space, giving plenty of room for tools, parcels, equipment, or stock. It can also carry up to two Euro pallets, making it suitable for serious commercial work.
Access is easy too, thanks to wide rear doors and sliding side access, while a low loading height reduces strain when loading and unloading throughout the day — something drivers will appreciate after hundreds of stops.
Payload capacity reaches around 790 kg, depending on configuration, meaning this electric van still delivers proper working capability.
A Cabin Designed for Real Work
Step inside and the PV5 feels more modern workspace than old-school van cabin. Kia has focused on keeping things clean, functional, and comfortable for drivers spending long days behind the wheel.
Drivers get a digital display, a large central touchscreen, smartphone connectivity, and clever storage solutions around the cabin. Everything feels organised and practical, rather than cluttered.
Most importantly, seating comfort has been prioritised — because a van that feels good to drive makes long working days far easier.
Packed with Smart Safety Tech
Commercial vehicles spend a lot of time on the road, often in busy urban environments. Kia loads the PV5 with driver assistance systems designed to reduce stress and improve safety, including:
• Forward Collision Avoidance Assist
• Lane Keeping Assist
• Lane Following Assist
• Smart Cruise Control
• Driver Attention Warning
• Parking sensors and camera systems
These systems help reduce fatigue and make tight urban driving and parking far less stressful.
Smooth, Quiet and Easy to Drive
Electric vans transform the driving experience. Instead of noisy engines and clunky gear changes, the PV5 delivers smooth, instant acceleration, quiet driving, and surprisingly car-like handling.
For city work especially, the silence and smoothness make a huge difference. Drivers finish shifts less tired, and manoeuvring in tight streets or car parks feels effortless.
Designed With Business in Mind
This van isn’t just electric for the sake of it — it’s electric because it benefits businesses.
Running costs are lower compared to diesel vans, maintenance requirements drop thanks to fewer moving parts, and businesses gain access to ULEZ and clean air zones without penalties.
On top of that, Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) capability means you can power tools, equipment, or devices directly from the van itself — ideal for tradespeople and mobile service teams.
Who Is the PV5 Perfect For?
The PV5 Cargo fits a huge range of industries, including:
• Delivery and courier services
• Tradespeople and contractors
• Urban fleets
• Service engineers
• Growing small businesses
• Large corporate fleets transitioning to electric
Basically, if your business relies on vans, the PV5 deserves serious attention.
A New Era for Work Vans
The Kia PV5 Cargo signals a shift in how commercial vehicles are designed. Instead of adapting old platforms to electric power, Kia has built something fresh — smarter, cleaner, and better suited to modern business needs.
Electric vans are no longer a compromise. With practicality, range, comfort, and smart technology combined, the PV5 shows the future of work vehicles is already here.
Interested in Leasing a Van?
Ready to switch your business into something smarter and more cost-effective? At Express Vehicle Contracts, we make leasing your next van simple, affordable, and stress-free. Whether you’re upgrading your fleet or getting your first business vehicle, our team works hard to secure competitive deals on vehicles like the Kia PV5 Cargo, helping you keep monthly costs low while keeping your business moving. Get in touch today and let us help you find the perfect lease deal to power your next move.
Call us at 0121 427 9477!
A BIG Express thank you to Winston Sharpe from Brindley Group for bringing over the van!
