Kia PV5 Passenger — 630 km road test, 19 kWh/100 km

<p><strong>Kia PV5 Passenger</strong> has been put through its paces on a long road trip — <strong>Elbilsmagasinet</strong> drove 630 kilometres with Kia's new electric vehicle and calls the journey "a delight". Priced from <strong>SEK 586,900</strong> with financial leasing from approximately <strong>SEK 4,079/month</strong>, the PV5 Passenger is one of the most affordable EVs on the market right now.</p><h2>Elbilsmagasinet's long-range test — 630 km with the Kia PV5 Passenger</h2><p>Elbilsmagasinet, one of Sweden's most popular and knowledgeable EV channels on YouTube, has taken the Kia PV5 Passenger on a long journey to test real-world performance. With over 25,000 views, the video has already generated significant interest among Swedish EV enthusiasts.</p><p><strong>We strongly recommend watching the full video</strong> — Elbilsmagasinet does a fantastic job showing exactly how the car performs under real-world conditions. Their thorough testing of energy consumption, charging curves and comfort provides insights that our summary can only scratch the surface of.</p><h2>Specifications — what does the Kia PV5 Passenger offer?</h2><p>The Kia PV5 Passenger is built on Kia's PBV (Purpose Built Vehicle) platform and is available as Long Range with the following specifications:</p><ul><li><strong>Battery:</strong> 71.2 kWh (nominal), approximately 67 kWh usable, NMC chemistry</li><li><strong>Range:</strong> 412 km (WLTP)</li><li><strong>Power:</strong> 120 kW (163 hp), front-wheel drive</li><li><strong>DC fast charging:</strong> up to 150 kW, 10–80% in approximately 39 minutes</li><li><strong>AC charging:</strong> 11 kW, full charge in approximately 7 hours</li><li><strong>Architecture:</strong> 400V</li><li><strong>Top speed:</strong> 135 km/h</li><li><strong>0–100 km/h:</strong> 10.6 seconds</li><li><strong>Warranty:</strong> 7 years / 150,000 km on battery</li></ul><h2>Energy consumption and charging on a long trip</h2><p>Elbilsmagasinet carefully tests energy consumption throughout the 630-kilometre journey. The car is WLTP-rated at 19.3 kWh/100 km, and their test results align well with the specifications. Charging works smoothly despite the 400V architecture — not the fastest charging times on the market, but perfectly adequate for most needs.</p><p>In cold weather, you can expect a real-world range of around <strong>270 km</strong>, while in milder conditions you may reach up to <strong>355 km</strong> in mixed driving. Watch the video for the exact figures from Elbilsmagasinet's trip.</p><h2>Comfort and software — pleasant surprises</h2><p>Elbilsmagasinet highlights comfort as one of the PV5 Passenger's strong points. Despite being built on a commercial vehicle platform (PBV), the passenger variant offers a surprisingly comfortable and quiet cabin. The new infotainment software also receives praise — Kia has made clear improvements compared to earlier models.</p><p>The modular concept also provides flexible seating solutions with room for 5 passengers and a spacious cargo area.</p><h2>Pricing and leasing</h2><p>The Kia PV5 Passenger is available in two trim levels in Sweden:</p><ul><li><strong>PV5 Passenger Plus 5-seat Long Range:</strong> SEK 586,900</li><li><strong>PV5 Passenger Plus Pro 5-seat Long Range:</strong> SEK 611,900</li></ul><p>Financial leasing is available from approximately <strong>SEK 4,079/month</strong> through Hedin Automotive. Note that Kia has not yet listed the PV5 Passenger in their official private leasing lineup — but with a price under SEK 600,000 and Kia's generous 7-year warranty, it's a competitive proposition regardless of financing method.</p><h2>How does the PV5 Passenger compare to competitors?</h2><p>In the sub-SEK 600,000 price bracket, there are several interesting alternatives:</p><ul><li><strong>Kia EV5:</strong> from approx. SEK 5,500/mo in private leasing — SUV-shaped, more power (160 kW) and larger battery</li><li><strong>Tesla Model Y Standard:</strong> from SEK 4,995/mo — faster but no service included</li><li><strong>Hyundai IONIQ 5:</strong> from SEK 5,795/mo in private leasing — 800V architecture, faster charging</li></ul><p>The PV5 Passenger stands out with its unique MPV-like design and flexible interior solutions — it's more spacious and modular than traditional SUVs in the same price bracket.</p><h2>Watch the full video — Elbilsmagasinet delivers as always</h2><p>We cannot stress enough how good Elbilsmagasinet's video is. Their detailed reviews, honest opinions and professional tests make them one of the best sources for EV information in Sweden. Watch the full video to truly understand what the Kia PV5 Passenger can offer — our text is just a brief summary of their excellent work.</p><p>Compare the Kia PV5 Passenger and other EVs in the same price bracket on privatleasa.se.</p>