Kia Pv5 vs Ford Transit Custom

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Kia Pv5
Kia Pv5

$55,990 - $55,990

2026 price

Ford Transit Custom
Ford Transit Custom

$56,590 - $80,290

2026 price

Summary

2026 Kia Pv5
2026 Ford Transit Custom
Safety Rating

Engine Type
Not Applicable, 0.0L

Diesel Turbo 4, 2.0L
Fuel Type
Electric

Diesel
Fuel Efficiency
0.0L/100km (combined)

8.5L/100km (combined)
Seating
2

3
Dislikes
  • Low top speed
  • No spare wheel
  • Only two seats

  • Auto transmission stalk on steering wheel column
  • No seats in the rear
  • Would benefit from all-terrain tyres
2026 Kia Pv5 Summary

Kia is no stranger to vans, nor electric cars. The very successful Carnival and the family of EV-named models from 3 to 9 have proven that.

But the 2026 Kia PV5 is the first time Kia’s launched a model that fits in both categories, and it comes with a futuristic design, low price, and competitive electric driving range.

It’s clear Kia hopes those looking at rivals like the VW ID.Buzz, Renault Kangoo E-Tech or Peugeot E-Partner will consider a PV5, but can it lure away buyers of diesel stalwarts like the Toyota HiAce or Ford Transit?

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2026 Ford Transit Custom Summary

Ford has introduced what is being touted as an adventure-type van to its Transit Custom line-up and it’s called the Trail.

The Trail is based on the long-wheelbase Transit Custom Trend and it’s equipped with a suspension lift, on-demand all-wheel drive, 'Trail' drive mode, LED headlights and daytime running lights, a variant-specific grille, black wheel arch moulding and side strip, yellow exterior decals and 16-inch matt black twin-spoke alloy wheels.

With all that in mind, maybe a van is your next adventure vehicle?

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