Kia’s electric van is about to get a big brother: Here’s our first look at the PV7 [Images]

Kia unveiled the PV7, a larger electric van, on May 15, 2024, expanding its commercial electric vehicle lineup. The PV7 is designed to offer increased cargo capacity and a longer driving range compared to its predecessor, the PV5. Kia aims to capture a larger share of the commercial electric vehicle market with this new model. The PV7 will feature a modular design, allowing for various configurations to suit different business needs, a strategy that has proven successful with the PV5. Kia has not yet released specific pricing or detailed specifications for the PV7, but it is expected to compete with other large electric vans entering the market in late 2024 or early 2025. The company anticipates the PV7 will be a significant contributor to its global electrification goals, building on the positive reception of the PV5 since its launch.