A white Kia PV5 Passenger electric van was recently spotted driving around Ann Arbor, Michigan, sparking hopes that the vehicle might finally be coming to the US market. The PV5 has been testing in the US since February and has been seen on American roads a few times before, but Kia has yet to confirm or deny its launch plans for the country.
The latest sighting is notable because it features manufacturer's plates and side marker lights, which are required in the US but not found on other PV5 models sold globally. While some speculate that the PV5 might be coming to the US, others believe it could be testing for the Canadian market instead.
Kia has already indefinitely delayed several US-bound EVs in the past, so it's hard to say what will happen next. The PV5 has earned global praise since its debut in early 2025 and is available in various configurations, including a Cargo model that is set to launch in Canada soon.
The vehicle's modular E-GMP platform enables nearly any configuration, and Kia plans to introduce seven body types for the PV5 in total. As the US waits with bated breath for an official announcement, it remains to be seen whether the PV5 will finally make its way to American roads.