Kia PV5 vs Vauxhall Combo Electric

The Kia PV5 and Vauxhall Combo Electric are both electric van-based people carriers in the van-based people carrier class. The Kia PV5 starts at £31,695 in the UK and the Vauxhall Combo Electric at £30,690, comparing the cheapest version of each.

The PV5 goes further, with about 152 miles of real-world range against 143 for the Combo Electric. On top of that, it uses less energy (3.2 mi/kWh against 2.9 mi/kWh), has the bigger boot (1330 litres against 775) and has the longer warranty (7 years against 3).

The Combo Electric is £1,005 cheaper to buy new (£30,690 against £31,695). On top of that, it charges faster on a rapid charger (80 kW against 75 kW on average, 10–80%) and is quicker, doing 0–62 mph in 11.3 s against 12.8 s.

Choose the Kia PV5 if you want the longest range and lower running costs and the Vauxhall Combo Electric if you want the lower price and quicker charging stops.