Kia KV7 Concept peers into the future of the van

Minivans are the automotive equivalent of cargo pants - plenty functional but not exactly what we'd call stylish. Kia is out to tackle that little problem with its KV7 Concept by doing what the company does best and embracing the box. Along with trick styling traits like massive gull-wing doors and a seemingly continuous string of windows from the A-pillar to the rear of the vehicle, the KV7 also boasts a host of similarly fancy interior bits. Occupants can take advantage of custom swivel seats, and the rear of the KV7 Concept holds a mini-lounge for kicking back with friends.

Even better, there's enough onboard tech to keep everyone entertained. Kia has built in a floating table-top touch-screen computer, and the Wi-Fi enabled cabin allows up to six users to connect their smart phones at the same time.

Surprisingly enough, Kia has decided to skip the typical concept electric drivetrain in favor of showing off the company's turbocharged gasoline direct-injection four-cylinder engine. With 285 horsepower bolted to a six-speed automatic transmission, the KV7 would theoretically have no problem moving all of that glass around. Hit the jump for the press release.