If you’re hunting a new van that can seat a crew and still hit the road without a fuel stop, Kia’s PV7 EV claims 460km on a full charge. That range nudges it past most van rivals and the 11-seat capacity only lands in the minibus bracket.
The van sits on the same 800‑volt E‑GMP platform that powers the PV5, offering a 71.5‑ or 96.2‑kWh pack. The front‑mounted motor delivers 268hp and 400Nm, with a single‑motor FWD for now but an all‑wheel‑drive variant is planned. A 350kW DC charger can get 10 to 80% in about 20 minutes, and AC ports are standard.
The passenger version hosts 9 seats globally, but in Korea it stretches to 11. A 7‑seat mix‑and‑match layout lets you swap seats for luggage if you need it. The cargo variant can haul 1,200kg and even seats three front passengers. Safety comes with seven airbags, a roof‑mounted co‑driver airbag, and Level 2 ADAS. Inside, a 14.6‑inch Android Automotive screen runs the show, and every rear row gets a 100W USB‑C.
Kia says the PV7 will roll out in Korea and Europe in the second half of 2027, with other markets to follow later. India looks distant for now, so if you’re in the market, keep an eye on the European launch and the batteries. The 800‑volt architecture could bring cheaper charging infrastructure down the line.