Kia PV5
Charging cable
Charges about 50% faster on 22 kW public posts than a 7.4 kW cable.
Why this fits your PV5+−
The Kia PV5 has a Type 2 inlet and a three-phase 11kW onboard charger. The 22kW cable carries its full 11kW on three-phase chargers. A 7.4kW cable would cap it. On a single-phase home wallbox both cables charge at the same 7.4kW.
Which Kia PV5 versions does it fit?+
This cable fits every Kia PV5, because they all share the same Type 2 charging inlet. That includes:
- Kia PV5 Passenger Plus
- Kia PV5 Cargo L1H1 Plus
- Kia PV5 Cargo L2H1 Plus
- Kia PV5 Passenger Elite
- Kia PV5 Passenger Essential
- Kia PV5 Cargo L1H1 Essential
Whichever PV5 trim you drive, it is the same cable, so you can order with confidence.
Specifications+−
Delivery & returns+−
Free tracked UK delivery on every order. Built to order in the UK and dispatched fast. 30-day no-fuss returns.
Note: Cargo/Passenger; 51.5kWh SR and 71.2kWh LR (Chassis Cab UK is LR only); DC 150kW 10-80% ~30min; 11kW AC
How long does it take?
Charging
the Kia PV5.
The Kia PV5 is a first-generation fully electric light commercial vehicle from Kia, available in the UK from 2025 in both Cargo and Passenger body variants. It offers two battery sizes: a 51.5kWh Standard Range and a 71.2kWh Long Range. The UK Chassis Cab version is Long Range only. Charging uses a Type 2 inlet for AC and a CCS port for DC rapid charging, and when connecting at a depot, workplace, or public AC point you use a Type 2 to Type 2 cable.
The PV5's onboard AC charger supports up to 11kW on three phases. On a standard single-phase UK supply that figure is capped at 7.4kW, which suits most home and smaller commercial charging setups. Where a three-phase supply is available, such as at many commercial premises or public 22kW AC points, the van can take advantage of the full 11kW. DC rapid charging reaches up to 150kW and brings the battery from 10 to 80 per cent in around 30 minutes using the charger's own tethered cable.
Select your battery size above. The Long Range version is better suited to higher-mileage commercial use and benefits most from DC rapid top-ups on longer runs. Rapid (DC) times are for a 10 to 80% charge, the way manufacturers quote them. Real-world charging varies with temperature, battery state and the charger itself.
7.4 kW or 22 kW?
Which cable does
the PV5 need?
The PV5 supports 11kW three-phase AC, which is meaningfully faster than the 7.4kW ceiling on a single-phase home or small business supply. If your depot or parking point has a three-phase supply, a 22kW three-phase Type 2 cable lets the van charge at its full 11kW, cutting the time to a usable state of charge significantly. On a single-phase supply any cable still caps at 7.4kW.
For operators charging at home or on a single-phase site supply, a 7.4kW Type 2 to Type 2 cable is the practical and cost-effective choice: the van draws the full 7.4kW and a night's charge fills either battery. Commercial charging setups with three-phase power benefit from the three-phase cable. A 5m cable suits most installations; if the parking spot is some distance from the charge point a 7m or 10m lead avoids cable stress and makes daily plugging in easier.
What does it cost to charge?
Charging the 71.2kWh Long Range from empty on an off-peak or business EV tariff of around 7.5p per kWh costs roughly £5.35. The 51.5kWh Standard Range costs around £3.90. At a standard rate of around 27p per kWh those figures are approximately £19.25 and £13.90 respectively. Overnight depot or workplace charging on a commercial EV tariff is the most cost-effective strategy for fleets and sole traders alike. Public rapid charging costs considerably more per kWh. Check current tariffs, as business energy rates vary.
Also for your PV5
Goes well with.
Plug & Cable Holder · Type 2
Wottz Plug and Cable Holder
Carry Bag
Wottz Carry Bag
Dust Cap · Type 2
Wottz Dust Cap
Kia PV5 FAQs
Good
questions.
Still not sure? Our team will confirm the right cable for your vehicle.
Contact usCan the Kia PV5 charge at 22kW?+−
Yes, the Kia PV5 has a three-phase onboard charger, so with a 22kW cable and a three-phase supply it can charge at up to 11kW.
What length charging cable should I get?+−
5m suits most home and public charge points. Choose 7.5m or 10m if the charge point is far from your car's charging port or you park on the far side of a bay.
What charging cable does the Kia PV5 need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable for AC charging at home, depot, or public points. The PV5 supports up to 11kW on three phases. On a single-phase supply a 7.4kW cable gives the full available speed. On a three-phase supply or public 22kW point a three-phase cable unlocks the full 11kW. DC rapid charging uses the charger's own tethered cable.
Can the Kia PV5 use a 22kW charger?+−
The PV5's AC charger tops out at 11kW, so it cannot charge faster than 11kW on AC regardless of the charge point rating. To reach 11kW you need a three-phase supply, which is available at some commercial premises and public 22kW AC points but uncommon in homes. On a single-phase supply the maximum is 7.4kW.
How long does the Kia PV5 take to charge?+−
On a 7.4kW single-phase wallbox, the 71.2kWh Long Range takes around 10 to 10.5 hours from empty. The 51.5kWh Standard Range takes around 7.5 hours. On a three-phase 11kW supply those times drop to roughly 6.5 and 5 hours respectively. DC rapid charging brings either battery to 80 per cent in around 30 minutes.
What length cable do I need for the Kia PV5?+−
A 5m cable handles most standard charging setups. The PV5 is a van with varying body lengths across Cargo L1H1 and L2H1 configurations, so the distance from the charge point to the inlet depends on how the vehicle is parked. A 7m cable is a sensible default for commercial operators parking in tight or varied positions.