Kia
PV5 Cargo Long Range 71.2kWh
Electric van · N1S · Updated 2026-03
Kia's groundbreaking electric van — 2026 International Van of the Year, 71.2kWh as standard, 150kW DC charging and 895kg payload in a practical N1S footprint.
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400WLTP range km71kWh battery
315Real range kmIrish conditions est.
150Max DC kWFast charging
10.5s0–100 km/hAcceleration
€33,273Net priceAfter grants
€333Motor tax/yrCommercial N1/N2 rate
⚙️ Technical specifications
| Battery capacity | 71 kWh |
| WLTP range | 400 km |
| Real-world range (Ireland) | ~315 km |
| Acceleration (0–100 km/h) | 10.5s |
| Top speed | 130 km/h |
| Torque | 310 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD |
| Max DC charge rate | 150 kW |
| Max AC charge rate | 11 kW |
| Connectors | CCS · Type 2 |
| Cargo volume | 4,300 L |
| Max payload | 895 kg |
| Seats | 2 |
| Dimensions | |
| Length | 4,655 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,870 mm |
| Battery warranty | 7 years / 150,000 km |
| CO₂ emissions | 0 g/km |
Estimates based on mixed Irish motorway/urban driving. Actual range varies with speed, temperature, load and driving style.
Kia highlights
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800V charging (EV6/EV9)
Ultra-rapid 350kW charging — 100km in ~5 min
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Vehicle-to-Load (V2L)
Power external devices directly from your EV
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7-year warranty
Kia's industry-leading 7-year / 150,000km vehicle warranty
💰 Irish pricing & incentives
List price (inc. 23% VAT)€40,873
SEAI Van Grant (N1)− €7,600
Net price after grants€33,273
💡 Total savings of €7,600. Always verify eligibility at seai.ie.
SEAI Van Grant (N1) €7,600
Motor tax €333/yr
| Estimated annual running costs (30,000km) | |
| Home/depot charging (€0.24/kWh) | ~€1,278 |
| Public charging (€0.49/kWh avg) | ~€2,609 |
| Motor tax | €333/yr |
| Saving vs diesel equivalent (€1.65/L) | ~€4,662/yr |
💡 Fuel savings:
At €0.24/kWh depot charging rate vs diesel at €1.65/L, annual fuel savings on the PV5 Cargo at 25,000km are typically €2,000–€4,000 depending on route profile.
🚘 PV5 Cargo — All Trims & Pricing Ireland 2026
All prices are guide prices. Private buyer prices shown after SEAI Van Grant (N1) (€7,600). Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer.
| Model / Trim | Battery & Range | Price After Grants |
|---|---|---|
| PV5 Cargo Standard 51kWh Entry |
51kWh · 280km | €34,990€27,390 |
| PV5 Cargo Long Range 71.2kWh Most Popular |
71kWh · 400km | €40,873€33,273 |
Prices include 23% VAT. Net prices shown after SEAI Van Grant (N1) (€7,600). Always verify at seai.ie.
🇮🇪 PV5 Cargo on Irish routes
Route range analysis for typical Irish business delivery and service operations.
🏭 Depot to depot — Dublin Ring
120km · Daily return
✅ Single charge — 195km remaining
🛣️ Dublin to Cork depot
260km · M8 single
✅ Single charge — 55km remaining
🛤️ Dublin to Galway depot
220km · M6 single
✅ Single charge — 95km remaining
📦 Urban delivery radius
80km · City / suburban
✅ Comfortably within daily range
🔧 Service van day route
150km · Mixed stops
✅ Single charge — 165km remaining
🏠 Overnight depot return
200km · Round trip
✅ Possible on one charge
Based on ~315km estimated real-world range. Actual range varies with load, speed and conditions.
👥 Is the PV5 Cargo right for you?
| Last-mile urban delivery | ✅ Excellent |
| Daily depot range (315km) | ✅ Full day on one charge |
| Payload requirements | ✅ 895kg capacity |
| Cargo volume | ✅ 4,300L cargo space |
| SEAI grant eligible | ✅ €7,600 grant |
| Towing / trailer | ❌ Not tow-rated |
| Overnight depot charging | ✅ 7.4kW wallbox sufficient |
💡 Best for: 2026 International Van of the Year.
⚡ Charging guide
| 🏠 7.4kW home wallbox (0–100%) | ~10h |
| 🏠 11kW three-phase (0–100%) | ~7h |
| ⚡ 50kW ESB ecars DC (10–80%) | ~60min |
| 🚀 150kW DC ultra-fast (10–80%) | ~20min |
| Connectors (DC) | CCS |
| Connectors (AC) | Type 2 |
🔌 Irish networks: Compatible with ESB ecars, Ionity, EasyGo, Circle K and Applegreen via CCS. Kia EV6 and EV9 use 800V architecture — enabling ultra-rapid charging at 350kW Ionity stations.
Kia's EV6 and EV9 share Hyundai's E-GMP 800V platform — enabling 350kW ultra-rapid charging and V2L (Vehicle-to-Load). The EV3 uses a newer platform optimised for efficiency and affordability. All Kia EVs support CCS across all major Irish networks.
Kia's EV6 and EV9 share Hyundai's E-GMP 800V platform — enabling 350kW ultra-rapid charging and V2L (Vehicle-to-Load). The EV3 uses a newer platform optimised for efficiency and affordability. All Kia EVs support CCS across all major Irish networks.
📐 Dimensions & cargo
| Length | 4,655 mm |
| Width | 1,920 mm |
| Height | 1,870 mm |
| Cargo volume | 4,300 L |
| Max payload | 895 kg |
| Towing | Not rated |
| Seats | 2 |
| Battery warranty | 7 years / 150,000 km |
🔋 Battery warranty: 7 years / 150,000 km. Manufacturer covers against capacity loss below 70%.
❓ Frequently asked questions — Kia PV5 Cargo Long Range 71.2kWh
The Kia PV5 Cargo Long Range 71.2kWh has an Irish list price of €40,873 (including 23% VAT). After the SEAI Van Grant (N1) of €7,600, the net cost is approximately €33,273. The range starts from €34,990 list price. Confirm current pricing with your authorised dealer and verify grant eligibility at seai.ie.
The Kia PV5 Cargo Long Range 71.2kWh has a WLTP official range of 400km. In real-world Irish conditions — stop-start delivery routes, cold mornings and motorway runs with payload — expect approximately 315km per charge. This is sufficient for Dublin to Cork (260km) on a single charge.
Yes. The Kia PV5 Cargo Long Range 71.2kWh qualifies for the SEAI Van Grant (N1) of €7,600. All N1 electric commercial vehicles GVW ≤3.5t. Apply via seai.ie. Verify current eligibility at seai.ie/van-grants. Business buyers may also be able to claim VAT back on the purchase price.
The Kia PV5 Cargo Long Range 71.2kWh has a maximum payload of 895kg. Cargo volume is 4,300 litres. Note that in electric vans, the battery adds some weight versus diesel — check the specific variant's VIN plate for confirmed payload figures.
The Kia PV5 Cargo Long Range 71.2kWh has an estimated real-world range of 315km under Irish conditions. For depot-based delivery routes under 252km, it will comfortably complete a full day's work on a single overnight charge at a 7.4kW or 11kW wallbox. For routes exceeding this, a midday rapid charge at a 50kW+ ESB ecars or Ionity charger adds approximately 100–150km in 20–30 minutes.
Kia offers an industry-leading 7-year / 150,000km vehicle warranty across its entire range in Ireland — the longest standard warranty of any mainstream car brand. The EV battery is covered separately by a 7-year / 150,000km warranty (minimum 70% state of health). Kia has a comprehensive authorised dealer network across Ireland.
The Kia PV5 Cargo Long Range 71.2kWh supports up to 150kW DC and 11kW AC charging. At a 7.4kW home wallbox, a full charge takes approximately 10 hours. At a 50kW ESB ecars rapid charger, 10–80% takes around 60 minutes. At the maximum 150kW DC rate, 10–80% takes approximately 20 minutes.
The Kia PV5 Cargo Long Range 71.2kWh uses CCS (DC fast charging) and Type 2 (AC), compatible with all major Irish networks including ESB ecars, Ionity, EasyGo, Circle K and Applegreen.
Motor tax for the Kia PV5 Cargo Long Range 71.2kWh is €333 per year — the rate for a zero-emission electric commercial van in this weight class. Commercial vehicle motor tax in Ireland is based on unladen weight or payload band, not CO₂ emissions. This represents significant annual savings versus diesel equivalents. Verify your exact band at motortax.ie.
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