Kia expands PBV line-up and names first UK conversion partners at CV Show

Kia has expanded its Platform Beyond Vehicle line-up at the 2026 Commercial Vehicle Show with two new PV5 Cargo variants and the appointment of five approved UK conversion partners.

The new PV5 Cargo L1/H1 and L2/H2 models are making their European debut at the event, broadening the range alongside the existing L2/H1 variant, PV5 Passenger and PV5 Chassis models.

Kia said the additions give fleets more choice in payload and cargo volume, allowing operators to select configurations suited to their operational needs.

The PV5 Cargo L1/H1 offers 4.0 cubic metres of load space and payload of up to 800kg, while the larger L2/H2 provides 5.2 cubic metres of cargo volume and expected payload of 630kg.

First UK customer deliveries of the L1/H1 are expected within the next few months, with the L2/H2 due in early 2027.

Kia has also announced its first five approved UK PBV Conversion Partners: Würth, Modul-System, CoolKit, TGS Automotive Group and GM Coachworks.

The partners will provide specialist solutions including racking systems, fridge conversions, lightweight tippers and wheelchair accessible vehicle conversions.

Paul Philpott, president and chief executive at Kia UK, said: “Businesses need electric vans that fit straight into their operations, supported by services that make running them simple and predictable.