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Kia has confirmed its larger electric PV7 van will launch in Australia in late 2027, joining the smaller PV5 in its commercial vehicle line-up. The PV7 was unveiled at the IAA Transportation exhibition in Hannover, Germany, and will be offered globally in Cargo and Passenger versions.
Globally, the PV7 Cargo will be available in two and three seat configurations. The Cargo Long offers up to 6.1m³ of cargo space, while the High Roof version increases capacity to 8.0m³. The Cargo Long has a maximum payload of 1,165kg, a 550mm load height and capacity for up to three 800 x 1200mm Euro pallets. Kia also plans twin-swing rear doors for confined spaces or a conventional lift-up tailgate.
The PV7 will be offered globally with 71.5kWh and 96.2kWh batteries.
The Long Range Cargo has a WLTP range of more than 460km.
Its 800-volt electrical architecture allows charging from 10 to 80 per cent in around 25 minutes when using a 350kW DC fast charger.
Vehicle-to-Load functionality will also allow the van to supply power to tools, business equipment and other devices.
Kia Australia has confirmed the PV7 will launch locally in the fourth quarter of 2027.
The company says it will undergo local ride and handling development before launch.
Australian variants, features and pricing have not yet been announced.
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