Overview
- The award was presented on November 19 at SOLUTRANS 2025 in Lyon following a vote by 26 commercial vehicle journalists.
- It marks the first IVOTY win for a Korean manufacturer, with Kia becoming only the second Asian brand to earn the title.
- The PV5 prevailed over a shortlist that included Farizon SV, Ford E‑Transit Courier, Ford E‑Transit (Long Range), Ford Transit Connect PHEV, Volkswagen Transporter/E‑Transporter, and Volkswagen Crafter/MAN TGE.
- Kia lists three battery options—43.3 kWh, 51.5 kWh, and 71.2 kWh—with up to 416 km WLTP range, payload up to 790 kg, and 10–80% DC fast charging in about 30 minutes.
- Kia highlights a Guinness World Record run of 693.38 km on a single charge with maximum payload, as European sales begin with Cargo Long and five‑seat Passenger versions and more variants are scheduled next year.