Video: Could the Kia PV5 electric van replace your ute?
Australia loves a ute, but could an electric van actually make more sense? We review the Kia PV5, a purpose-built electric van built on Kia’s E-GMP.S dedicated EV platform.
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Sam is Chief Operating Officer for Renew Economy and EV Media. Sam has been working with Renew Economy and One Step Off The Grid since 2014 and with The Driven since its inception in 2017. Sam is also the host of The Driven Podcast.
Can the Kia PV5 electric van finally challenge Australia’s ute obsession?
We get behind the wheel of the Kia PV5 to find out whether lower running costs, secure cargo space and V2L can tempt buyers away from the established diesel workhorses.
2026 Kia EV6 drive test – Sharper styling and top-notch handling, but at a price
We test Kia's latest EV6 GT-Line RWD variant, almost 5 years after the first model arrived.
Kia’s highly anticipated PV5 electric van spotted in Australia
Kia's upcoming PV5 electric van spotted at the docks ahead of local deliveries.
Kia slashes prices on the EV3 and EV5 electric SUVs
Kia offers deals on its EV3 and its EV5 to help move MY25 stock as EV interest rises sharply.
2026 Kia EV9 pricing reveals new top trim, starts at $129,250
Kia has added a fourth top-trim variant, with the new top-spec GT priced at $129,250 before on-roads, over $8,000 more than the GT-Line AWD variant.
Kia’s PV5 electric Van gets approval for sale in Australia
Kia's next EV has now been approved for sale in Australia, meaning the company's first electric van, the PV5, could be available in Australia within a few months.
Kia reveals updated EV6 with larger battery and minimal price increase
Kia has revealed a minimal price increase of just $70 across its updated EV6 lineup, which features a larger battery, several design enhancements and improved infotainment systems.Â
EV sales are growing in Australia, thanks to BYD, Kia and Chinese newcomers
EV sales in Australia are up 10 per cent in 2025 over last year, as the gain in BYD, Kia and new Chinese brands more than offsets the slump in Tesla deliveries.
EV3 Earth review: Long range and a big boot in Kia’s most compact EV
Despite some minor quirks, the Kia EV3 is a compelling overall package, offering category leading range and a practical, easy to use interior.