UK converter Wellhouse Leisure has launched its first fully electric campervan. The conversion uses the new Kia PV5 electric van platform. Prices start from £53,500. As a result, long-distance touring with an electric campervan now looks more realistic.
Impressive Electric Range for Touring
The PV5 offers up to 258 miles of WLTP range with the larger 71.2kWh battery. This range makes longer campervan trips far easier. Moreover, the PV5 recently set a Guinness World Record for electric light commercial vehicles. The van travelled 430 miles on one charge while carrying its maximum payload. Drivers completed the run in real-world conditions on public roads in Germany.
Kia’s First Commercial Vehicle Wins Multiple Awards
The Kia PV5 marks the brand’s first dedicated commercial vehicle. However, the model already attracts major industry attention. Several publications have awarded the van top honours.
These include awards from:
- What Car?
- The Sun – Van of the Year
- BBC TopGear.com Awards
- 2026 Parkers Van and Pickup Awards
Consequently, the PV5 quickly established itself as a major new electric van.
Wellhouse Leisure Brings 24 Years of Campervan Experience
Wellhouse Leisure operates as a specialist UK campervan converter. The company has worked in the industry for more than 24 years. Its range covers everything from micro campers to full-size campervans. In addition, Wellhouse converts imported vehicles from Japan.
The company also converts modern platforms such as the Ford Transit Custom.
A Game-Changer for Electric Campervan Touring
David Elliott founded Wellhouse Leisure and now serves as CEO. He believes the PV5 marks a turning point for electric campervans. “I believe the Kia PV5 is a real game-changer,” Elliott explained. “It looks modern and drives extremely smoothly.” He added that the range finally supports long-distance campervan touring. “This is the future of campervans,” Elliott said.
Competitive Pricing for an Electric Campervan
Even by electric vehicle standards, the PV5 campervan remains affordable. Prices range between £53,500 and £57,000. The compact dimensions also help everyday usability. The PV5 measures: 4.69 metres long, 1.89 metres wide and is just under 2 metres high. Consequently, owners can easily use it as a daily vehicle.
Battery Options and Rapid Charging
Customers can choose between two battery sizes. The 51.5kWh battery offers up to 181 miles WLTP range, while the 71.2kWh battery offers up to 258 miles WLTP range. Rapid charging provides another advantage. A fast charger boosts the battery from 10% to 80% in about 30 minutes. That charge adds roughly 144 or 197 miles of range, depending on battery size.
Practical Campervan The conversion uses a classic side-kitchen layout.
Customers can choose gas or electric cooking and heating. Meanwhile, the rear bench seat slides forward or backward. This design maximises storage or living space.
The seat also folds into a double bed. An elevating roof provides sleeping space for two additional people. A nearside sliding door comes as standard. Interior Layout. However, buyers can also add a second sliding door.
As electric touring grows in popularity, the PV5 campervan arrives at the right moment.