The KIA PV5 van makes a grand entrance into the European market by earning 5 Euro NCAP stars

Safety is a factor that must never be overlooked, not only in private passenger vehicles but also in commercial vehicles aimed at professionals. The new KIA PV5 electric van has answered this requirement with flying colours, achieving the maximum five-star rating in the rigorous tests carried out by Euro NCAP.

The new electric van from the South Korean manufacturer demonstrated excellent performance in all the categories assessed: occupant protection, collision avoidance assistance systems and post-crash safety. A large part of this success is down to its comprehensive standard equipment of ADAS technologies, such as automatic emergency braking (AEB), the lane keeping assistant and the speed limit assistance system, which shone particularly in the real-world driving scenarios simulated by Euro NCAP.

“The PV5 begins a new chapter in electric mobility aimed at professionals, with generous interior space and modular versatility designed for everyday use. Achieving the maximum five-star score in Euro NCAP confirms its high level of safety and provides a significant boost to the expansion of KIA’s PBV range in Europe.”

KIA has undoubtedly done a great job when it comes to safety

The tests carried out by Euro NCAP have highlighted the notable performance of several of the assistance systems built into the PV5, particularly its effective response in vehicle-to-vehicle collision situations, the improved protection for pedestrians behind the vehicle, as well as the satisfactory handling of potential incidents with pedestrians and cyclists, avoiding impact with them in most cases.

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At 4.70 metres in length, the passenger version of the PV5 stands out for its spacious interior, which benefits from its flat floor. It has electric sliding doors on both sides and a low entry threshold. It is offered with two battery options: a 51.5 kWh unit, which makes it possible to cover up to 288 km of range under the WLTP homologation cycle, and a 71.2 kWh unit that extends the WLTP range to 400 km.

When it comes to recharging, according to the South Korean manufacturer, it is possible to increase the charge level from 10 to 80 per cent in around 30 minutes when conditions are optimal.