Kia’s ingenious all-electric van, the PV5, has been named the 2026 International Van of the Year (IVOTY). This marks a historic first for both the brand and a Korean manufacturer.
Established in 1992, IVOTY is recognized as the most authoritative global award in the light commercial vehicle (LCV) sector. This year, 26 leading commercial vehicle journalists from around the world judged the PV5 as the winner based on its criteria that include: technological innovation, operational efficiency, safety, and environmental performance.
The PV5 stood out ahead of six other contenders and also broke ground as Asia’s first electric van and the first Korean model to receive the honor. This makes Kia only the second Asian brand to achieve this distinction in the competition’s 34-year history.
Building on Kia’s global EV leadership — underscored by previous World Car of the Year wins for the EV6 and EV9 — the PV5 sets a new standard for the commercial sector, reaffirming the brand’s vision for electric mobility across multiple segments.
In appreciation of this recognition, Ho Sung Song, President & CEO of Kia Corporation, said, “Kia has long stood at the forefront of EV innovation, and the PV5 brings that leadership into the commercial vehicle space with purpose. We developed the PV5 by listening closely to our business customers and by focusing on creating a vehicle that is both highly practical and distinctly Kia in its refined, modern design and functionality. Moreover, the PV5 brings innovation in the traditional LCV production through our conveyor and cell integrated manufacturing system enabling environmental modification process. To have the PV5 named International Van of the Year in its debut is an exceptional honor. It reinforces our belief that Kia can redefine this segment and continue shaping the future of smart, sustainable and electric mobility for businesses around the world.”
The PV5 is Kia’s first all-electric LCV and the inaugural model in its Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) line-up. Built on a dedicated Electric-Global Modular Platform for Service (E-GMP.S), the PV5 offers an all-electric range (WLTP) of up to 416 km for Cargo Long and 412 km for Passenger 5-seater. It also delivers DC fast charging from 10 to 80 percent in approximately 30 minutes, and a payload capacity of up to 790 kilograms. The PV5 has also earned a Guinness World Records title for “the greatest distance travelled by a light-duty battery-powered electric van with maximum payload on a single charge,” achieving 693.38 kilometers.
Kia Philippines should sell the PV5 EV van in the Philippine market even if its priced high.
ReplyDeleteI've watched reviews where journalists gushed over this van.
ReplyDeleteI hope it is priced well when it comes here.
Ang ganda ng balitang ‘to ang Kia PV5 ay naging unang Korean EV model na na-certified sa Pilipinas! 🇰🇷 Talagang malaking milestone ‘to para sa EV market sa bansa.a Global Dominion, nakikita namin ‘tong mga pagkakataon bilang malaking opportunity para sa mga gustong pumasok sa EV space whether personal man o business fleet. https://gdfi.com.ph/
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