Kia PV5 Wins Another Huge Van of the Year Award - CleanTechnica

The Kia PV5, part of Kia’s Purpose-Built Vehicle (PBV) platform, has garnered multiple prestigious awards, underscoring its strong position in the electric light commercial vehicle (eLCV) market. Notably, the PV5 Cargo variant won both the “Van of the Year” and “Compact Van of the Year” awards at the 2026 What Van? Awards in the UK, a significant recognition judged by an independent panel of industry experts. This follows earlier accolades, including the PV5 winning the IVOTY Award in France—the first South Korean brand to do so—and the PV5 Passenger variant receiving an award from BBC’s Top Gear. The PV5 also earned a perfect 10/10 score in the 2025 What Van? Review, praised for its exceptional real-world performance, usability, and innovative design tailored for commercial use. Key features of the Kia PV5 include a long-range 71.2 kWh battery offering up to 258 miles WL