byGrace Buchan/7 May 2026/inElectric Vehicle News, Kia News

Kia PV5 Cargo Price & Specs

Kia New Zealand has officially announced pricing and specifications for the all-new Kia PV5 Cargo, marking the brand’s entry into the electric van segment and the beginning of its Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) strategy in New Zealand.

Designed for commercial operators, fleet buyers, and trade businesses, the PV5 Cargo brings together strong electric range, practical load space, and advanced driver technology in a purpose-built EV platform.

Kia PV5 Cargo Price (NZ)

The Kia PV5 Cargo launches in New Zealand with pricing confirmed as:

From $64,990 MRP

This positions it as one of the most accessible full electric vans in its class, aimed at businesses transitioning away from diesel fleets.

Kia PV5 Cargo Key Specs:

All Electric Range: Up to 416 km (WLTP)

Dimensions: L 4,695 x W 1,895 x H 1,899

Battery: 71.2kWh Lithium lon (NCM)

Max Power/Torque: 120kW / 250Nm

Cargo Volume: 4.42m3

GVM: 2,650kg

Payload (5/6 Door): 690 kg

More Kia PV5 Cargo Features:

11kW On-Board Charger
95~180° Twin Swing Barn Doors
Single Passenger Side Sliding Door
16″ Steel Wheels with Hub Cap
Multi-Collision Brake System
Blind Spot View Monitor
Smart Cruise Control
Surround View Monitor
Lane Keep System
LED Headlights
Heated Front Seats
Manual Drivers Seat with Height Adjustment & Lumbar
Support
12.9* Satellite Navigation
Kia Connect – Connected Car Service & OTD
Emergency Call (SOS/ACN)
Interior Vehicle to Load (V2L) Plug
Heat Pump System
1x USB Charger Front Tray & 1x USB 100W Charger Console
Single Wireless Phone Charger

Guinness World Record Achievement

The PV5 platform has also gained global recognition, with Kia achieving a Guinness World Record for the longest continuous electric van journey on a single charge (prototype testing phase). This reinforces Kia’s focus on real-world EV capability and long-distance efficiency.

PV5 Passenger Variant (Coming Later in 2026)

In addition to the Cargo model, Kia will introduce the PV5 Passenger variant in New Zealand later in 2026, expanding the platform into people-moving applications.

Expected highlights include:

7-seat configuration (2/2/3 layout)
Dual sliding doors
Power tailgate
Heated steering wheel
Artificial leather seating
Approximately 390km electric range

This model will target shuttle operators, tourism businesses, and larger families looking for an all-electric people mover.

Kia PV5 Timeline (New Zealand)

PV5 Cargo: From June 2026
PV5 Passenger: Later in 2026
PV5 High Roof Cargo: Early 2027

The Kia PV5 Cargo brings a new level of capability to the New Zealand electric van market. With pricing from $64,990, up to 416km range, strong payload capacity, and advanced safety and connectivity features, it is designed to meet the evolving needs of modern commercial operators.

With the PV5 Passenger arriving later in 2026, Kia is building a complete electric van ecosystem for both business and passenger transport across New Zealand.