Kia PV5 Campervan Conversion UK: Witley & Shelsley Guide

Two distinctive layouts. Gas-free campervan living. A choice of complete vehicles or conversions for your own Kia PV5.

The Kia PV5 offers an appealing starting point for an electric campervan: quiet journeys, a practical living space and factory-fitted Vehicle-to-Load capability on appropriately equipped vehicles. At CCCampers, we offer the Witley rear-kitchen layout and the Shelsley side-kitchen layout, alongside standalone Stargaze pop-top roof fitting.

This guide explains the differences between our complete Kia PV5 campervans and customer-supplied conversion services, including prices, required factory equipment, sleeping arrangements, ISOFIX, electrical specifications and optional extras.

Our conversions are built at our Worcestershire workshop, combining IMI Level 3 TechSafe EV/hybrid training, NCC Academy Trained personnel and AWS Approved Workshop status.

Kia PV5 campervans and conversions at a glance

• Complete campervans: Witley and Shelsley models with the selected base vehicle included, currently from £69,999 with the 51.5 kWh battery or £72,999 with the 71.2 kWh battery.
• Customer-supplied conversions: Shelsley from £24,999 and Witley from £25,999. The base vehicle is not included.
• Standalone roof fitting: Rear-opening Stargaze pop-top fitting from £3,999 for a suitable customer-supplied Kia PV5.
• Layout choice: Witley rear kitchen with twin beds that join to form a full-width bed, or Shelsley side kitchen with a Rock ’n’ Roll seat bed.
• Shelsley sliding bed: Included in the complete Shelsley campervan; an optional £3,000 upgrade on the customer-supplied Shelsley conversion.
• Roof beds: Optional additions, not standard equipment.
• Workshop: Bayton, near Kidderminster, Worcestershire. Visits are by appointment.

Prices, availability and equipment are confirmed against the selected listing and agreed quotation before ordering.

First, choose how you want to buy

A complete Kia PV5 campervan: vehicle and conversion together

Our complete Witley and Shelsley campervans include the selected Kia PV5 base vehicle and finished conversion. These are separate packages from our conversion-only services, with their own included equipment.

Both complete models currently start from £69,999 with the 51.5 kWh driving battery, with the 71.2 kWh version at £72,999. Availability and the final specification are confirmed before an order is agreed.

The complete packages include factory-fitted 3.6 kW Vehicle-to-Load, a 100Ah LiFePO₄ auxiliary battery and 30A chargers, plus intelligent campsite power management. Both complete models also include Kia’s factory-fitted heat pump and fitted underfloor heating. A bi-fold roof bed is optional and must be agreed separately.

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A conversion for your own Kia PV5

If you already own a suitable PV5, or prefer to source one yourself, our customer-supplied conversion services allow you to choose between the Witley and Shelsley layouts.

The Shelsley conversion starts from £24,999 and the Witley conversion from £25,999. These prices cover the advertised conversion work and equipment, including Stargaze roof integration, but do not include the base vehicle.

The conversion-only electrical specification includes a 100Ah LiFePO₄ auxiliary battery and 30A chargers. Intelligent campsite power management and a roof bed are optional additions rather than standard equipment.

New, used and factory demonstrator vehicles can be considered, subject to their specification, condition, available payload and suitability for the chosen conversion. Speak to us before buying a van.

Standalone Stargaze pop-top roof fitting

You can also have a rear-opening Stargaze pop-top fitted to a suitable customer-supplied Kia PV5 without ordering a full campervan conversion. Roof fitting starts from £3,999.

This service provides the agreed roof installation, not a complete kitchen, seating or habitation electrical package. A roof bed and mattress are optional additions.

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Witley or Shelsley: which layout suits your travels?

Witley: a rear kitchen and flexible twin beds

The Witley is designed around a rear galley, slide-out toilet and twin beds that join to form a full-width bed. It suits travellers who prefer separate sleeping positions or want an alternative to the traditional side-kitchen campervan.

Witley bed sizes: Using the front seats forms two single beds, each 550mm wide × 1,830mm long (approximately 1ft 10in × 6ft). Adding the infill cushions creates a double bed measuring 1,430mm wide × 1,830mm long (approximately 4ft 8in × 6ft).

The kitchen includes induction cooking, a sink and a 50L fridge. The layout brings the main cooking area to the rear of the vehicle, with a central route through the living space.

For a customer-supplied Witley conversion, we require a compatible Kia PV5 Cargo with factory-fitted heat pump, 3.6 kW Vehicle-to-Load and the additional factory-fitted sliding door.

The Witley does not include ISOFIX. Travelling-seat numbers, restraints and passenger suitability must be checked against the specific vehicle and installation rather than assumed from the layout name.

The customer-supplied conversion starts from £25,999, with a 100Ah LiFePO₄ auxiliary battery and 30A chargers. Intelligent campsite power management and a roof bed are optional.

The complete Witley includes the selected base vehicle, a 100Ah LiFePO₄ auxiliary battery and 30A chargers, plus intelligent campsite power management. Its final doors, seating and equipment are confirmed against the complete-vehicle listing and quotation.

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Shelsley: a classic side kitchen and Rock ’n’ Roll bed

The Shelsley combines a side kitchen with a rear Rock ’n’ Roll seat bed, creating a familiar campervan arrangement for cooking, relaxing and sleeping.

The customer-supplied conversion is available for suitable Kia PV5 Cargo or Passenger vehicles, with factory-fitted heat pump and 3.6 kW Vehicle-to-Load required for the current conversion specification.

This conversion starts from £24,999. Its advertised equipment includes induction cooking, a 50L fridge, 30L water capacity, a 100Ah LiFePO₄ auxiliary battery and 30A chargers.

The sliding bed-on-rails system is an optional £3,000 upgrade on the customer-supplied conversion service. Intelligent campsite power management and a roof bed are also optional additions.

Shelsley fixed and sliding bed size: Both versions have a laid-flat sleeping area measuring 1,100mm wide × 1,830mm long (approximately 3ft 7in × 6ft). The fixed bed is standard on the customer-supplied Shelsley conversion, with the sliding bed-on-rails available as a £3,000 upgrade. The complete Shelsley includes the sliding bed. The upgrade adds sliding functionality, not a larger sleeping area.

The complete Shelsley is a different package. It includes the Kia PV5 Cargo base vehicle, sliding Rock ’n’ Roll bed-on-rails system and ISOFIX mounting points, alongside a 100Ah LiFePO₄ auxiliary battery and 30A chargers, plus intelligent campsite power management.

The complete Shelsley has one passenger-side sliding door only. Do not assume that the door arrangement of the Witley, or a customer-supplied Passenger vehicle, applies to this complete campervan.

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ISOFIX, travelling seats and child-seat compatibility

The complete Shelsley includes ISOFIX mounting points. This does not mean that every child seat is suitable for every position. Compatibility must be checked against the specific seating installation and the child-seat manufacturer’s instructions.

For a customer-supplied Shelsley conversion, the agreed seat, restraint system and any ISOFIX provision must be confirmed against the selected installation. Do not transfer the complete campervan’s specification automatically to a conversion-only quotation.

The Witley does not include ISOFIX. Its travelling-seat configuration and passenger suitability must be confirmed individually.

Any added travel seats and seatbelt anchorages need supporting evidence appropriate to the seat, mounting system and vehicle installation. References to “M1” alone do not establish that evidence: M1 describes a vehicle category, not a standalone crash-test standard.

Check the factory equipment before buying your van

Factory specification matters. Do not place a deposit on a vehicle for conversion until we have checked its suitability for your chosen layout.

• Witley customer-supplied conversion: Compatible PV5 Cargo with factory-fitted heat pump, 3.6 kW V2L and the additional factory-fitted sliding door.
• Shelsley customer-supplied conversion: Suitable PV5 Cargo or Passenger with factory-fitted heat pump and 3.6 kW V2L.
• Standalone roof fitting: Separate vehicle-suitability requirements apply. Do not assume that every full-conversion requirement also applies to a roof-only installation.

Send us the dealer’s build specification, vehicle details and any relevant photographs before buying. We can then discuss the layout, doors, seating requirements, payload and planned equipment.

How Vehicle-to-Load supports gas-free campervan living

The factory-fitted 3.6 kW Vehicle-to-Load supply draws energy from the Kia PV5’s driving battery to power compatible living-area appliances through the fitted electrical installation.

It is important to distinguish power output from stored energy. The 3.6 kW rating describes the available output power, not how long an appliance will run.

Access to the larger driving battery can provide substantially longer use of the same appliances than a separate 320Ah leisure-battery and inverter system alone. However, camping and driving share the same battery reserve.

Available running time depends on the driving-battery specification, charge level, temperature, appliance demand and Kia’s operating limits. There is no guaranteed number of off-grid days, and you must retain enough charge for your next journey.

The auxiliary battery supports the separate habitation electrical system. Its capacity and charging equipment should not be confused with the driving battery supplying V2L.

Auxiliary power and campsite power management

All four complete Witley and Shelsley campervan and customer-supplied conversion packages include a 100Ah LiFePO₄ auxiliary battery and 30A chargers.

Intelligent campsite power management is included in the complete Witley and Shelsley campervans and is an optional addition on the customer-supplied conversion services.

Check the selected listing and agreed quotation for the full equipment schedule. The shared battery and charger specification does not mean that every package has identical included equipment or optional extras.

Heating, cooking, water and other equipment

The Witley and Shelsley specifications described here use induction cooking and electrical living equipment rather than an LPG cooking installation. The required factory heat pump forms part of the vehicle specification for the current customer-supplied conversion packages.

Both complete Witley and Shelsley campervans include Kia’s factory-fitted heat pump and a separate underfloor-heating system. We explain the settings, supply requirements and parked operation during viewing and handover. Heating consumes energy; running time depends on the power supply in use, temperature, settings and available battery charge.

Water heating, solar equipment, control systems and insulation details must be checked against the individual package. Confirm the equipment included in a customer-supplied conversion against its own listing and quotation, rather than assuming the complete-vehicle specification applies. Equipment shown in a photograph, video or another layout is not automatically included.

Tell us which appliances you want to use, how often you expect to stay on campsites and whether you prefer short breaks or longer touring trips. We can then explain the agreed system and its operating limits in practical terms.

The rear-opening Stargaze pop-top roof

The Stargaze roof provides additional standing room and ventilation as part of the advertised Witley and Shelsley conversion packages, or through a standalone fitting service.

This rear-opening roof hinges at the front and raises at the rear.

A roof bed and mattress are optional, not standard equipment. On the complete Witley and Shelsley campervans, a bi-fold roof bed must be agreed separately.

Finished vehicle height depends on the particular vehicle, roof installation and any other roof-mounted equipment. Confirm the completed height before using a height-restricted car park or booking transport.

Looking for a Kia PV5? Speak to our Kia PBV Centre contact

If you are sourcing a Kia PV5 for a CCCampers conversion, speak to Steve Herling at Brindley (West Bromwich) – PBV.

Address: Brindley (West Bromwich) – PBV, Tipton, DY4 7BX
Sales: 0121 826 1260

Ask for Steve Herling and quote “CCCAMPERS” to enquire about extra discounts. Ask Steve to confirm the current offer, any conditions and whether the quoted price already includes an applicable government grant.

Before ordering, send CCCampers the proposed vehicle’s factory specification so we can check its suitability for your chosen conversion: Witley with twin sliding doors or Shelsley with a single sliding door. Both require a factory-fitted heat pump and 3.6 kW Vehicle-to-Load.

Buying a new Kia PV5 Cargo: check the current van grant

If you intend to buy a brand-new Kia PV5 Cargo and supply it to CCCampers for conversion, ask the selling dealer about the government’s current zero-emission van grant before ordering.

The Kia PV5 Cargo is currently listed among eligible large vans, with a discount of 35% of the purchase price, capped at £5,000, subject to the scheme’s current conditions and availability.

The dealer or manufacturer handles the application and includes the grant as a discount in the vehicle purchase price. An advertised vehicle price may already include that discount.

The grant does not pay towards the CCCampers conversion. Do not assume that it applies to every PV5 variant, a used or demonstrator vehicle, or a complete campervan supplied or registered as a motorcaravan from new.

Ask the seller to confirm eligibility for the exact vehicle, its registration category and your proposed conversion before committing. Grant amounts, eligible models and availability can change.

Check the current GOV.UK electric van grant guidance and eligible vehicles.

Battery choice, range and payload

Our complete Kia PV5 campervan listings offer 51.5 kWh and 71.2 kWh driving-battery options. The best choice depends on your touring plans, charging opportunities, budget and required payload.

Real-world driving range varies with the finished vehicle, load, speed, route, weather, heating use and driving style. Energy used through V2L also reduces the charge available for driving.

Available payload must be assessed for the particular vehicle and finished conversion. Allow for occupants, water, luggage, optional equipment and everything else you intend to carry, while observing the vehicle’s plated total and axle limits.

We do not recommend relying on a generic conversion-weight figure or assuming that every battery and layout combination has the same carrying capacity.

Why EV-specific conversion knowledge matters

An electric campervan conversion needs to account for the base vehicle’s high-voltage battery, wiring, structure and manufacturer guidance. Mounting positions, floor fixings and equipment locations must be planned around the particular vehicle rather than copied from a diesel conversion.

The habitation electrical installation is separate from the Kia’s high-voltage traction system. Using V2L does not mean that living-area appliances connect directly to high-voltage DC components.

Protective earthing, bonding, circuit protection and the change between available power sources need to be considered as part of the complete installation. The arrangement must suit the equipment and supplies actually fitted, rather than rely on a generic bonding instruction.

CCCampers brings IMI Level 3 TechSafe EV/hybrid training, NCC Academy Trained habitation knowledge and AWS Approved Workshop status to this work. These credentials support our specialist approach, but do not replace the design, inspection, testing and installation evidence required for each individual build.

Before ordering, discuss the conversion with your insurer and ask how the planned installation affects the applicable manufacturer warranty terms.

Relevant standards and build documentation

The applicable standards and evidence depend on the conversion and equipment being installed. Relevant references include:

• BS EN 1646-1: Motorcaravan habitation health and safety.
• BS 7671 Section 721: Requirements relevant to 230V electrical installations in caravans and motorcaravans.
• BS EN 1648-2: Motorcaravan 12V DC installations.
• BS EN 721: Safety ventilation.
• BS EN 13878: Leisure accommodation vehicle terminology.
• Applicable UN Regulation No. 14 requirements: Seatbelt anchorage evidence relevant to the specific vehicle and installation.

BS EN 1648-1 concerns caravans rather than motorcaravans. BS EN 1949 concerns LPG installations where fitted and should not be presented as evidence of an LPG installation in a gas-free campervan.

The applicable editions and evidence of conformity must be confirmed against the particular build documentation. Training, workshop status or a reference to a standard is not a blanket approval of every installation.

Build times and visiting CCCampers

Customer-supplied Witley and Shelsley conversions typically take around 6 to 8 weeks once the vehicle reaches its agreed workshop build slot. This is a conversion-work estimate, not a promise of immediate availability or complete-vehicle delivery.

Vehicle sourcing, workshop scheduling, optional equipment and the agreed specification can affect the overall timetable. We confirm these details before the build is booked.

Our workshop is in Bayton, near Kidderminster, Worcestershire, DY14 9NE. We work with customers from Worcestershire, Shropshire, Herefordshire, the West Midlands, Gloucestershire, Wales and across the UK.

Workshop visits are by appointment, allowing us to set aside time for your vehicle, layout questions and specification discussion.

Comparing the Kia PV5 with a plug-in hybrid campervan

A dedicated electric van and a plug-in hybrid can suit different touring routines. Compare the exact vehicles and finished conversion packages rather than assuming that every model has the same electrical capabilities.

Useful points to check include electric driving range, charging arrangements, factory V2L availability, heating equipment, finished dimensions, storage space, available payload and the total cost of the agreed conversion.

A compatible PV5’s factory-fitted V2L can be particularly useful for gas-free living. However, this does not remove the need for a properly designed habitation installation, suitable auxiliary equipment and careful energy management.

For either vehicle type, check the finished length and height against the car parks and transport services you use. Restrictions vary by location, so there is no single vehicle length that guarantees access to every coastal or town-centre car park.

Frequently asked questions

Can I buy a complete Kia PV5 campervan from CCCampers?

Yes. CCCampers offers complete Witley and Shelsley electric campervans with the selected Kia PV5 base vehicle included. Both currently start from £69,999 with the 51.5 kWh battery, with the 71.2 kWh version at £72,999. Availability, equipment and the final specification are confirmed before ordering.

How much does a Kia PV5 campervan conversion cost?

The customer-supplied Shelsley conversion starts from £24,999 and the Witley conversion from £25,999. The advertised conversion packages include Stargaze roof integration and the listed equipment, but do not include the base vehicle. Optional extras and the final specification are agreed separately.

Can I supply my own Kia PV5?

Yes. Suitable new, used and factory demonstrator vehicles can be considered. We check the variant, factory equipment, condition and available payload before agreeing a conversion. Speak to CCCampers before buying a van for the project.

Which Kia PV5 variants can be converted?

The Witley requires a compatible Cargo with factory-fitted heat pump, 3.6 kW V2L and the additional factory-fitted sliding door. The customer-supplied Shelsley service is available for suitable Cargo or Passenger vehicles with factory-fitted heat pump and 3.6 kW V2L. Standalone roof fitting has separate suitability requirements.

Is the Shelsley sliding bed included?

The sliding Rock ’n’ Roll bed-on-rails system is included in the complete Shelsley campervan. It is an optional £3,000 upgrade on the customer-supplied Shelsley conversion service. These are separate packages with different included specifications.

Does the Kia PV5 Shelsley include ISOFIX?

The complete Shelsley includes ISOFIX mounting points. Child-seat suitability must be checked against the specific seating installation and the child-seat manufacturer’s instructions. For a customer-supplied Shelsley conversion, seating, restraints and any ISOFIX provision must be confirmed against the selected installation. The Witley does not include ISOFIX.

Is the roof bed included as standard?

No. Stargaze roof integration is included in the advertised Witley and Shelsley conversion packages, but a roof bed and mattress are optional additions. A bi-fold roof bed is also optional on the complete Witley and Shelsley campervans and must be agreed separately.

Can I have only a pop-top roof fitted?

Yes. Standalone rear-opening Stargaze roof fitting starts from £3,999 for a suitable customer-supplied Kia PV5. The roof hinges at the front and raises at the rear. Roof-only fitting is separate from a full campervan conversion, and a roof bed is optional.

How long can a Kia PV5 campervan stay off-grid?

There is no guaranteed duration. V2L draws energy from the driving battery, so running time depends on battery specification, charge level, temperature, appliance demand and Kia’s operating limits. Camping and driving share the battery reserve, so retain enough charge for your next journey.

Is campsite power management standard?

Intelligent campsite power management is included in the complete Witley and Shelsley campervan packages. It is an optional addition on the customer-supplied conversion services. All four packages include a 100Ah LiFePO₄ auxiliary battery and 30A chargers.

Can I get a grant towards a new Kia PV5 Cargo?

The Kia PV5 Cargo is currently listed among eligible large vans for the government’s zero-emission van grant, offering 35% off the purchase price up to £5,000, subject to current conditions and availability. The seller applies the discount, which may already be included in the advertised vehicle price. It does not fund the CCCampers conversion. Confirm eligibility for the exact vehicle and proposed conversion before buying.

How does a campervan conversion affect driving range and payload?

The finished vehicle’s weight, equipment, occupants and touring load affect range and available payload. Weather, speed, route, heating and driving style also influence energy use, while V2L consumes charge from the driving battery. Check the specific vehicle’s completed weight information and plated total and axle limits rather than relying on a generic conversion-weight figure.

How long does a customer-supplied conversion take?

Witley and Shelsley customer-supplied conversions typically take around 6 to 8 weeks once the vehicle reaches its agreed workshop build slot. Vehicle sourcing, scheduling, optional equipment and the final specification can affect the overall timetable.

What qualifications does CCCampers bring to electric campervan conversions?

CCCampers combines IMI Level 3 TechSafe EV/hybrid training, NCC Academy Trained habitation knowledge and AWS Approved Workshop status. These credentials support its specialist conversion work in Worcestershire, alongside the design, inspection, testing and installation evidence required for the individual build.

Find the right Kia PV5 for your travels

Whether you prefer the Witley’s rear kitchen and flexible twin beds or the Shelsley’s classic side kitchen, start by deciding whether you want a complete campervan or a conversion for your own vehicle.

Compare Kia PV5 campervans, conversions and pop-top roof fitting.

Book your Kia PV5 consultation or call 0333 456 3345. Workshop visits are by appointment.