The PV5 now accounts for over one-third of Europe’s small electric van market. Kia’s first electric van has quickly become the most popular e-LCV across Europe and the UK.
Kia PV5 EV van sales rise in Europe and the UK
After launching the PV5 at the end of 2025, Kia’s electric van proved to be a bigger hit than expected.
According to the most recent figures from the European Automobile Manufacturers’ Association (ACEA), the PV5 accounted for 37% of all electric vans in the small (C-segment) market in Europe, ranking as the best-seller in 12 countries.
The PV5 was the top-selling small EV van in the UK (3,361 units) and in Germany (2,206 units). In Denmark (1,222), the Netherlands (1,196), Norway (739) and Sweden (1,414), it was the best-selling van across all engine types.
