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Kia PV5 becomes base for two electric camper vans by LAC

02.03.2026 02:13 1 min 2 sources РУС
toyokeizai.net JPN + 1 more
Kia PV5 becomes base for two electric camper vans by LAC
Original source: 東洋経済オンライン

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At Japan Camping Car Show 2026, two electric camper prototypes based on the Kia PV5 were unveiled. The LAC EV Camper P and C use the standard 71.2 kWh battery, eliminating the need for an extra house battery.

At the Japan Camping Car Show 2026, held in late January, LAC presented two electric camper prototypes built on the Kia PV5 van. The PV5 is scheduled to launch in Japan in spring 2026.

The models are named LAC EV Camper P and EV Camper C. Both use the standard 71.2 kWh battery, which powers onboard appliances without requiring an additional auxiliary battery.

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