Kia has revealed UK pricing and specifications for its smallest electric car yet – the EV2.
The compact SUV takes aim at the Renault 4 with order books opening April 1. Entry-level models start at £24,245 after Kia’s manufacturer discount.
Four trim levels will be available from launch. Two powertrain options offer up to 281 miles of range.
Pricing Strategy
Kia’s waiting to see if the EV2 qualifies for the government’s Electric Car Grant. The company’s applying its own “Kia Reservation Saving” in the meantime – £1,500 off limited First Edition models and £3,750 off all other specifications.
The range starts with the Air long-range model featuring a 61kWh battery at £24,245. First Edition models come exclusively with the smaller 42.2kWh battery from £26,995.
GT-Line and GT-Line S grades complete the lineup. Both use the long-range 61kWh battery and cost £28,995 and £32,595 respectively.
This positions the EV2 against the Renault 4 (£23,445 after ECG) and Ford Puma Gen-E (£26,245).
Performance Options
First Edition’s entry powertrain pairs a 144bhp motor with the 42.2kWh battery. It hits 0-62mph in 8.7 seconds with 190 miles of range.
Long-range models use a detuned 133bhp motor for better efficiency – 0-62mph takes 9.5 seconds. The trade-off delivers 281 miles of range among the class leaders.
Both variants support DC ultra-rapid charging from 10-80% in around 30 minutes. 11kW AC charging comes standard across the range.
Standard Equipment
All EV2 models include LED headlights, alloy wheels, and keyless entry. Heated front seats and steering wheel come standard.
12.3-inch instrument and infotainment screens feature wireless phone mirroring. Automatic air conditioning and comprehensive ADAS suite include Highway Driving Assist 2.0.
Air grade features 16-inch alloys and manual door handles. First Edition upgrades to 18-inch wheels with adaptive headlights, powered door handles, and gloss black exterior details.
A Harman Kardon stereo and remote parking assist complete the First Edition package. Models from First Edition up include a 15-litre frunk.
GT-Line adds sportier styling with 19-inch alloys, alloy pedals, and privacy glass. It drops the Harman Kardon system though.
GT-Line S restores the premium stereo while adding a sunroof, powered tailgate, 360-degree camera, and cooled power front seats.
UK models will be five-seaters only – the four-seat European option isn’t available here. Boot space reaches 362 litres across all versions.
Production of First Edition models is already underway at Kia’s Zilina, Slovakia factory. Other variants enter production from June.
