As we wait for the Kia PV5 to hit our shores, the Korean carmaker has been gradually showing off just how versatile its fully electric van can be. At the 2026 Busan International Motor Show, three additional variants were unveiled; moreover, a series of PV5 builds were also displayed to showcase its extensive configurability.
It reminded us of the Toyota Tamaraw’s Philippine launch, when we saw the platform used for several distinct purposes. In Busan, the PV5 transformed into a service vehicle, a school bus, and even a mobile bank. Off the assembly line, Kia says its new van can be had in 16 different configurations, all while delivering 412km of driving range. And don’t forget, the PV5 broke a world record after it drove 693km while carrying over 600kg of cargo.
Kia Philippines has yet to confirm when exactly the PV5 will enter our local market, but we’ll definitely keep out an eye out for it. In the meantime, check out these builds to get an idea of the model’s customization potential.
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Kia PV5 2027 police car
Installing a drone module is definitely one way to use the extra height from a PV5 Cargo High Roof. And with the van’s futuristic design, this law enforcement vehicle looks like something straight out of Blade Runner.
Kia PV5 2027 service vehicle
A Kia-Ducati collaboration was not on our 2026 bingo cards, but it sure does look cool. By the looks of the display, it appears that a stock Streetfighter V4 should be able to fit inside the PV5.
Kia PV5 2027 food truck
Who said food trucks had to be trucks? A Ben and Jerry’s shop was built around the PV5, featuring an additional roof structure and doors. While we can’t say if this build exceeds the van’s payload capacity, it surely looks like the PV5 can support a lot of weight.
Kia PV5 2027 school bus
The PV5 can be had as a three-row people carrier, and this school bus build adds additional hazard lights and a fold-out stop sign to further protect its passengers. Admittedly, that bright yellow color doesn’t look too bad, either.
Kia PV5 2027 mobile bank
A bank on wheels? That may not be something we Filipinos are familiar with, but it seems to be a promising setup in South Korea. Looking further inside, a desktop computer is set up, along with additional lights—we wonder if those are being powered from the PV5’s Vehicle-to-Load function?
Let us know how you would style a PV5 if given the opportunity. The comments section is yours.
