This is the Kia EV2 – Kia’s smallest and most affordable electric car yet.
And unusually, it looks almost identical to the concept we first saw a year ago.
Ginny Buckley takes a first look around the production-ready Kia EV2, exploring what’s changed from the concept, what’s made it into production, and how it stacks up against key rivals like the Renault 5, VW ID. Polo, Jeep Avenger and Fiat Grande Panda Electric.
In this video we cover:
What’s different from the EV2 concept (and what hasn’t changed)
Exterior design and how it fits into Kia’s EV line-up
Interior space, rear-seat flexibility and clever packaging
Boot space, frunk storage and everyday practicality
Battery options, real-world range and charging speeds
11kW and 22kW AC charging, plus fast DC charging
Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) and Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) capability
Performance, towing ability and safety tech you don’t usually get in small EVs
How the EV2 compares with the Renault 5 and the upcoming VW ID. Polo
Expected pricing and whether it could qualify for the UK EV grant
With up to 275 miles of range, fast charging, and a practical mini-SUV shape, the Kia EV2 could be one of the most important small electric cars arriving in 2026.
? Would you choose the Kia EV2 over the Renault 5 or VW ID. Polo? Let us know in the comments.
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0:00 – Kia EV2 First Look: The “Concept” That Actually Made It
0:26 – EV2 vs Concept: What Changed?
2:04 – Kia EV2 Design Breakdown: Baby EV9 or Kia Soul Vibes?
2:20 – Kia EV2 Rivals: Renault 5 vs VW ID. Polo (Upcoming)
3:36 – Interior: Concept Materials vs Real-World Kia Cabin
4:00 – Space & Comfort
4:32 – Controls & Tech: Regen Paddles, Heated Seats + Steering Wheel
5:06 – Triple Screen Setup + Proper Buttons (Yes!)
5:35 – “Infotainment Lite”: Do You Even Need Built-In Sat Nav?
6:18 – Disney/Marvel Themes + Cabin Materials “Cozy Lounge” Feel
7:01 – Hidden Details
7:25 – Practicality & Storage: “Picnic Box” Interior Explained
8:28 – Premium features on a Small Cheap EV
9:24 – Rear Seats: More Room Than Renault 5
10:10 – Clever Rear Seat Options: Versatility for boot space vs legroom
11:10 – V2L in a Small EV: Why It Matters
11:35 – Boot Space : 362L / 403L / 321L Explained
12:42 – EV2 Has a Frunk! (15L Front Tray)
12:54 – Kia EV2 Range
13:44 – Built in Europe (UK Grant?)
14:18 – Charging Speeds
15:03 – Performance & Towing
15:36 – Driver Assist Tech
16:12 – 2026 Is the Year of Small EVs : Why this segment is suddenly back
16:33 – Kia EV2 UK Price Prediction + Government Grant Impact
17:16 – Verdict