Kia PV7 Passenger, electric, 9-seater
The Korean brand is expanding its range of eco-friendly transport with the PV5’s bigger brother. The new electric vehicle is larger and will be capable of handling as many as 23 different applications in future. It will go on sale in the second half of 2027, whilst the even larger PV9 will follow in 2029.
Kia unveiled the new PV7 at the IAA Transportation in Hanover, the trade fair dedicated to the commercial vehicle sector. As well as being the second model in the brand’s electric range, the vehicle expands the South Korean manufacturer’s offering in the eco-friendly transport sector. The van will be available in two variants – Passenger and Cargo – with a launch scheduled for the second half of 2027. The PV7 utilises the E-GMP.S architecture, which features a flat floor, a battery pack integrated into the chassis and an 800 V electrical system. The larger PV9 is due to follow in 2029.
A 4x4 version is planned
Compared with its smaller sibling, the PV5 – which is already on sale – the new PV7 boasts larger dimensions, measuring 5,350 mm in length, and a wider range of applications, from logistics fleets to shuttle services. It can also accommodate between 7 and 9 passengers, with dedicated rear air conditioning and the added bonus of dual charging sockets for portable devices. It will be available with a single 268 cv motor, powered by either a 71.5 kWh or 96.2 kWh battery pack, offering a range of 460 km. The all-wheel-drive version will follow shortly after the launch.
7 or 9 seats on board
The seven-seater configuration features Long-Rail Easy Remove Seats, which slide along long rails and can be easily removed to reconfigure the cabin, whilst the nine-seater variant is available with or without a fourth row. In terms of safety, the PV7 is equipped with seven airbags, including a front passenger airbag mounted on the roof to free up space in the dashboard, as well as a suite of driver assistance systems that manage lane-keeping, navigation-based cruise control and remote parking.
The PV5-style interior
Kia states that charging from 10 per cent to 80 per cent will take 20 minutes on a 350 kW connection, and the battery will also be capable of powering external devices. Inside, the new PS7 is similar to the PV5, with a square-shaped steering wheel and a particular emphasis on digital screens. The infotainment touchscreen measures 14.6 inches and runs on the Android-based Pleos operating system, which features, amongst other things, the integration of artificial intelligence and the ability to install additional apps, as well as incorporating the Gleo AI voice assistant.
Another 23 variants are on the way
Kia’s strategy for the PV7 is based on the Korean brand’s expertise in electric vehicles and the Flexible Body System, which supports a wide range of body styles – both derived and converted models – tailored to different requirements. The comprehensive range will enable the PV7 to offer the flexibility of a vehicle tailored to specific operational requirements. Immediately following its launch, Kia plans to expand the new PV7 range to include no fewer than 23 different variants, including Chassis Cab versions, special-spec models and converted models.
