The conversion van experts at Vantrack say they’re ready to deliver on the promise of Kia’s own WKNDR concept with a new electric camper van based on the popular Kia PV5 Passenger – but unlike the concept that inspired it, this van is headed for production.
Netherlands-based Vantrack first unveiled its Kia PV5 Passenger-based LightCamp as a proof-of-concept prototype back in April, and the response was apparently strong enough to convince the Dutch design firm to move forward with production, giving EV camping enthusiasts a chance to actually own a compact, all-electric adventure van instead of simply admiring one on the auto show circuit.
More than an Ikea Kia
Kia PV5 LightCamp; via Vancamp.
Conceptually similar to “Ikea Kia” camper kits shown by VanLab, Slidepod, and others, Vantrack’s camper package can be easily removed, turning the PV5 back into a people-mover with minimal effort. The difference here is – if not quality, certainly design, with the Vantrack kit offering visibly superior integration and a higher degree of fit and finish.
