Overview
- Kia revealed the PV7 at the IAA Transportation show in Hannover on Monday, presenting a long‑wheelbase van built on the E‑GMP.S skateboard with two battery choices of 71.5 kWh and 96.2 kWh and an 800‑volt electrical architecture that supports up to 350 kW DC charging.
- The PV7 debuts in Cargo and Passenger formats with the long Cargo offering about 6.1 m3 (high‑roof to 8.0 m3), payloads around 1,165–1,200 kg, and Passenger layouts configurable up to nine seats internationally (11 seats in Korea).
- Powertrain at launch is a front motor rated near 200 kW (≈268 hp) and 420 Nm with front‑wheel drive standard and a dual‑motor all‑wheel‑drive variant planned after launch.
- The van includes practical features for operations: dual charging ports (front AC/DC and optional rear AC), vehicle‑to‑load outlets, OTA updates, Pleos Connect infotainment with Gleo AI, and fleet telematics for monitoring and maintenance.
- Kia confirmed commercial availability in Korea and Europe in the second half of 2027 with Australia to follow, but homologated range figures, final specs and pricing remain pending and the quoted WLTP figure above 460 km is provisional.