The Kia PV5 Demonstrates Global PBV
Competitiveness Through Major
International Awards
As the first model in Kia’s PBV (Platform Beyond Vehicle) lineup, the PV5 continues to gain global recognition across commercial and passenger categories.
PV5 Cargo, Certified for Record, Prestige, and Safety
GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ Title: 693.38 km on a Single Charge
The PV5 Cargo achieved 693.38 km on a single charge while carrying its maximum payload, officially earning the GUINNESS WORLD RECORDS™ title for “the greatest distance travelled by a light-duty battery-powered electric van with maximum payload on a single charge.”
The verified run took place on September 30, 2025, on public roads north of Frankfurt under real-world driving conditions, with GPS tracking and in-cabin camera documentation.
2026 International Van of the Year (IVOTY)
The PV5 was unanimously selected by 26 commercial-vehicle journalists as the 2026 IVOTY winner.
It is the first Korean vehicle and Asia’s first electric van to receive this honor, recognized for innovation, operational efficiency, safety and environmental performance.
2026 International Van of the Year (IVOTY)
The PV5 was unanimously selected by 26 commercial-vehicle journalists as the 2026 IVOTY winner.
It is the first Korean vehicle and Asia’s first electric van to receive this honor, recognized for innovation, operational efficiency, safety and environmental performance.
2025 Euro NCAP Commercial Van Safety: Five-Star Rating
The PV5 Cargo also earned the maximum five-star(★★★★★) rating in the 2025 Euro NCAP Commercial Van Safety assessment, with strong results in occupant protection, crash avoidance and post-crash safety.
Euro NCAP also noted that the PV5 Cargo earned strong evaluations for its comprehensive suite of key safety assistance features, including a driver monitoring system, seatbelt reminders, and Intelligent Speed Assist, as well as its capability to help prevent and mitigate a wide range of accident scenarios.
PV5 Passenger, Award-Winning Value in Family Mobility
TopGear.com Awards 2026: “Family Car of the Year”
The PV5 Passenger was named 2026 Family Car of the Year by BBC TopGear.com, recognized for its spacious interior, modular practicality and EV-based driving refinement suited to everyday family use.
The TopGear Awards annually select vehicles that represent the year across multiple segments, and this recognition highlights the PV5’s competitiveness not only for commercial purposes but also for everyday and family-oriented use.
What Car? Awards 2026: “MPV of the Year”
The PV5 Passenger also won 2026 MPV of the Year at the What Car? Awards. Judges praised its versatile cabin layout, user-friendly design, comfort, and V2L-enabled EV usability.
The vehicle has earned multiple top-tier international awards, validating its performance, safety and everyday usability across diverse operating environments.
What Car? Awards 2026: “MPV of the Year”
The PV5 Passenger also won 2026 MPV of the Year at the What Car? Awards. Judges praised its versatile cabin layout, user-friendly design, comfort, and V2L-enabled EV usability.
The vehicle has earned multiple top-tier international awards, validating its performance, safety and everyday usability across diverse operating environments.
A Milestone for Kia’s PBV Strategy
Built on Kia’s dedicated E-GMP.S PBV platform, the PV5 introduces a modular, scalable architecture designed to support a wide range of commercial and personal use cases.
Kia will continue expanding its PBV lineup with larger models such as PV7 and PV9, strengthening its roadmap for smart, sustainable and purpose-built electric mobility.
