Kia Philippines has confirmed the arrival windows of the EV3 and PV5, both of which will reinforce the brand’s BEV lineup. The models were first confirmed to be Philippine-bound at the 2026 Philippine International Motor Show in June. The announcement was made in celebration of World EV Day on September 9.
The EV3 has been confirmed for launch within September, supporting the EV9 and EV5 as a new compact option. Meanwhile, the PV5 has been confirmed to arrive in October to serve the commercial market, starting with its Cargo configuration.
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Although the Korean brand did not share specs on either vehicle, regulatory homologation documents for both models have already surfaced in previous months. The EV3, which surfaced in late July, appeared to be available in GL and GLS variants. Both trims share the same powertrain: a single motor sending 201hp and 283Nm of torque to the front wheels, mated to a 58.30kWh battery. This setup translates to a range of around 436km.
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The PV5 Cargo then surfaced in late August, indicating 4,490 liters of cargo space and a 790kg maximum payload. The commercial EV is powered by a single motor making 161hp and 250Nm of torque paired with a 51.5kWh battery good for 384km of range.
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Kia Philippines managing director Jay Lopez shared: “World EV Day is a reminder that sustainable driving is rapidly transforming into the standard for modern Filipino roads. Our
growing EV lineup, which includes the EV5 and EV9 as well as the upcoming EV3 and PV5, provides drivers with purpose-built electric technology and versatile space designed for their daily lives.”