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British company turns Kia PV5 into fully electric camper

11.06.2026 10:26 1 min 2 sources РУС
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British company turns Kia PV5 into fully electric camper
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Wellhouse Leisure has unveiled an electric camper based on the Kia PV5, featuring a Drivelodge pop-up roof and Schnierle folding seats. Prices start at £53,500.

British company Wellhouse Leisure has presented a converted version of the Kia PV5 van as a fully electric camper. The model is equipped with a Drivelodge pop-up roof, creating an extra sleeping space, and a Schnierle folding seat system. Inside, there is a kitchen module with a choice of electric or gas hob, water systems, and off-grid power supply with a lithium battery and solar charging capability.

Two versions are available: with a 52 kWh battery (122 hp) and a 71 kWh battery (163 hp). The base price for the 52 kWh version starts at £53,500 (about €61,870), while the 71 kWh version starts at £54,500 (about €63,000).

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