KIA has expanded it commercially focused PV5 Cargo line-up, with comprehensive model year 2027 enhancements and pricing updates across the range, including for the new Cargo L1/H1 for the first time.

The PV5 Cargo L1/H1 is purposeâbuilt for dense urban operations, where compact dimensions and agile handling matter most.

Its shorter body houses over four cubic metres of usable load space, striking a balance between capacity and manoeuvrability for cityâbased logistics and service fleets.

Measuring 200mm shorter than the L2, the L1/H1 delivers a 4.0 cubic metre cargo volume - slightly less than the L2/H1 - and is available in the same streamlined ‘Essential' and ‘Plus' grades offered across the PV5 Cargo lineâup.

The powertrain options are Standard Range 51.5kWh and Long Range 71.2kWh batteries, mirroring its longer sibling.

Driving range reaches up to 243 miles for the larger battery, while the Standard Range offers up to 177 miles. With the L1/H1's smaller size, payload is slightly increased over the L2/H1, rising by 10kg up to a maximum of 800kg on the Essential, Standard Range, three-door.

From launch, the L1/H1 is exclusively available with two-seats, with the three-seat option to follow in early 2027.

Kia's product enhancement programme brings a series of updates to the PV5 Cargo range. Driver comfort takes a noticeable step forward with standard lumbar support and a driver's heightâadjustable armrest (twoâseat configuration only).

Cabin refinement also improves thanks to a new composite bulkhead, while threeâseats becomes standard - initially exclusive to the Cargo L2/H1 - with two-seats a no-cost option.

A redesigned short roof antenna lowers the vehicle's overall height to under 1.9 metres (1,899mm), improving access to heightârestricted car parks.

Pricing for the PV5 Cargo in the UK now starts from £27,355 plus VAT, for the Cargo L1/H1 Essential with Standard Range 51.5kWh battery. In addition, all grades of the PV5 Cargo qualify for the Government Zero-Emission Van Grant, taking £5,000 off the on-the-road cost.

First customer deliveries are expected from October. Every PV5 comes with Kia's industry-leading seven-year/100,000-mile warranty and eight years for the high-voltage battery pack.

Later this year, Kia will expand the PV5 family beyond Cargo and Passenger. Cargo, Passenger and Crew made their UK debut at the 2025 CV Show, while the Chassis took its UK bow at this year's show.

The recently revealed PV5 Cargo L2/H2 high roof model will be available later this year.