17:12 31-01-2026

Kia launches PV5 Open Bed electric pickup with long range

Kia has officially launched a new version of its electric PV5 family in the South Korean market—the Open Bed pickup. This model is a key addition to the PBV (Platform Beyond Vehicle) program, which combines versatile electric commercial solutions with Hyundai's software architecture. The PV5 is now available not only as a passenger or cargo van but also as a full-fledged pickup designed for logistics, municipal services, and agriculture.

The starting price for the Open Bed is 43.45 million won, or about $30,000. With subsidies in Seoul, the final cost could drop to 29.95 million won, roughly $20,800. The lineup includes four versions: Basic Standard, Basic Long Range, Plus Standard, and Plus Long Range, priced up to 49.65 million won ($34,400).

The model measures 5,040 mm in length, 1,895 mm in width, and 1,950 mm in height, with a wheelbase of 2,995 mm. The bed itself is 2.42 m long and 1.75 m wide, making the Open Bed more compact than the Toyota Hilux or Ford Ranger but comparable in practicality.

Two battery options are offered: a 51.5 kWh unit with a range of 250 km and a 71.2 kWh unit capable of up to 330 km on the combined cycle. This makes the pickup the longest-range EV in its class. Inside, there's a 12.9-inch multimedia screen and a suite of safety systems, including Forward Collision-Avoidance, Highway Driving Assist, navigation-based cruise control, and Lane Following Assist 2. A V2L function for powering tools and equipment is also available.

Kia has not yet announced plans to bring the Open Bed to Europe or the US, but the PV5 is already sold as a passenger van in some markets, which could pave the way for expanding the lineup.