KIA PV5 Pickup Launched In South Korea, Van Spied Testing In US - CleanTechnica

The Kia PV5 is a versatile electric pickup truck recently launched in South Korea, starting at around $30,000, with local incentives potentially reducing the price to just over $20,000. Designed as a multifunctional vehicle akin to the classic Volkswagen Kombi, the PV5 can serve as a cargo van, camper, or people mover. The pickup version, called the PV5 Open Bed, features a 5,040 mm length and a loading box comparable in size to typical US 4-door pickups. It is offered in four trims and two battery options: a 51.5 kWh battery providing a 250 km (155 miles) range, and a 71.2 kWh battery extending the range to 330 km (205 miles), which Kia claims is the longest in its class. The PV5 emphasizes practicality and ease of use, with fold-down sides on the cargo bed allowing access from multiple angles, a feature praised as highly functional compared to traditional US pickups. Its