Lithium vanadium phosphate(Li3V2(PO4)3) has been extensively studied because of its application as a cathode material in rechargeable lithium battery,due to its attractive electrochemical properties,such as low price,high specific energy,high discharge voltage and good cycle stability as Li-ion battery cathode.Structures and electrochemical properties of Li3V2(PO4)3 positive material were introduced in the paper.Recent progresses on the synthesis and modification of positive materials were reviewed.Finally,the further development direction and prospects of the material is expected.