The PV5 is proving again why it’s the ultimate people mover. Kia converted its electric van into an off-grid racing simulator rig with a massive 55″ screen.
Kia PV5 turns into a mobile racing simulator
Kia’s electric van already comes in many shapes and forms. At the Busan Mobility Show last week, Kia introduced three new body types, including a 7-seater, a luxury “Prime” model, and the Cargo High Roof.
We also got a look at several fun new conversion models, such as an ice cream truck, a school bus, a mobile bank, and an AI patrol vehicle.
In its latest form, Kia converted the PV5 Cargo into an off-grid, mobile racing simulator complete with gaming seats, a 55″ screen, custom interior, and more.
Midlands-based Brindley Kia is loaning the vehicle to CX Auto Group for five weeks through its rental service (Kia Rental) for modifications.
The mobile racing simulator will be used at the Goodwood Festival of Speed (FoS) to raise funds for Men And Their Emotions (M.A.T.E), a charity for men’s mental health.
Leading up to the event, content creators and top racing drivers will compete to see who can complete a lap around the track the fastest. Visitors will then have a chance to see if they can top the leaderboard to win prizes and donate to M.A.T.E.
The simulator rig is powered by the PV5’s vehicle-to-load (V2L) capability, enabling it to serve as a large mobile power station.
During initial testing, Kia said the PV5 used just 1% of its charge for every two hours that it was used for simulation.
Kia will showcase the electric van at the upcoming Goodwood FoS, which runs from July 9 to July 12, 2026.
The standard Kia PV5 Cargo is available with two battery packs, 51.5 kWh and 71.2 kWh, providing WLTP ranges of 184 miles and 258 miles, respectively.
The PV5 is a midsize electric van and the first from Kia’s Platform Beyond Vehicle (PBV) business. By 2030, Kia will add two new PBVs, including the larger PV7 and PV9 electric vans.
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