2026 Kia EV2 Standard Range | 42.2 kWh 42.2 kWh 147 hp Battery, Horsepower, Range
The Kia EV2 Standard Range runs a 42.2 kWh LFP battery with ~39.5 kWh usable, pushing out 108 kW (147 PS) through a front-mounted motor — 0–100 km/h in 8.7 s, WLTP range 317 km (197 mi). DC fast charging tops out at 118 kW with 10–80% done in 29 minutes; AC goes up to 22 kW for a full charge in 2 h 35 min. V2L at 3.6 kW is standard. Priced from €26,600 ($30,500) in Europe; built in Žilina, Slovakia on E-GMP. Figures valid for cars built from February 2026. Step up for more range: EV2 61 kWh →
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Kia EV2
Standard Range | 42.2 kWh | 2026–
42 kWh
317 km
108 kW
8.7 s
TRIM (VARIANT) :
Technical Data & Performance | |
| Model Years | 2026–present |
| Trim (Variant) | EV2 - Standard Range | 42.2 kWh |
| Power (Horsepower) | 108 kW (147 hp) |
| Top Speed | 161 km/h (100 mph) |
| Acceleration | 8.7 sec (0–100 km/h) 8.7 sec (0–62 mph) |
| Drive | FWD Front-wheel drive |
| Motor details | 1x PSM (Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor) — front axle | Hyundai Mobis / Kia |
| Regional Differences | Europe-only launch. No US or Korea sales confirmed at this time. |
Battery & Charging | |
| Battery Capacity & Size | 40.0 kWh usable, 42.2 kWh gross |
| Max Range | 317 km (197 mi) / WLTP |
| Consumption | 13.6 kWh/100 km |
| Battery Type | LFP (Lithium Iron Phosphate) |
| Cell Format / Supplier | Prismatic | supplier not confirmed | SR battery sourced from China |
| Battery Voltage | 400 V |
| Electrical Architecture | 400 V |
| Battery Updates | Battery heater standard from Air trim upward (confirmed by Kia Germany pricing release March 2026). Charge to 100% daily is fine with LFP chemistry. |
| V2L Supported | Yes / 3.6 kW |
| Heat pump | Optional (available across all trim levels) |
| AC Home Charging | Type2 / 1-phase - 7.4 kW (Max Power) Type2 / 3-phase - 11 kW (Max Power) |
| DC Fast Charging | CCS2, 118 kW (Max Power) 29 min. (10–80%) |
| Charging Updates | 22 kW AC optional on all trims — rare in B-segment. Standard onboard charger is 11 kW. Full charge at 22 kW in ~2h 35min (42.2 kWh pack). Kia confirmed 118 kW peak DC at March 2026 pricing release. 10-80% in 29 min (SR). Plug & Charge (ISO 15118) supported. V2G also supported with compatible home charger. Figures valid for cars built from June 2025 onward. |
| Regional Differences | EU-only market. CCS2 port only. No US CCS1/NACS or CN GB/T variant announced. |
Dimensions & Body | |
| Type | 5 door, Compact SUV / B-Segment Crossover |
| Seating capacity | 5 |
| Class | B-Segment SUV |
| Length | 4060 mm (159.8 in) |
| Width | 1800 mm (70.9 in) |
| Height | 1575 mm (62.0 in) |
| Wheelbase | 2565 mm (101.0 in) |
| Trunk Volume | 362 L (12.8 ft³) 403 L (14.2 ft³) max |
| Towing | Braked: 750 kg (1653 lb) |
| Platform | E-GMP 400V | Kia Motors Slovakia (Zilina plant) | built alongside EV4 |
| Additional Information | V2G (Vehicle-to-Grid) supported in addition to V2L. 7-year / 100000-mile warranty; 8-year / 100000-mile battery warranty. Light trim (entry): 4-seat fixed bench only | available from October 2026. Air and Earth first deliveries April 2026. Active aero flaps standard. Rear legroom 958 mm (class-leading for segment). |
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Estimated Market Price * for reference only |
EUR 26,600 / USD 29,000 |
⚠️ Please note: actual vehicle specifications may vary depending on market, trim level, or available regional packages.
EVspecsHub Score — Kia EV2 Standard Range 42.2 kWh (2026)
Independent rating vs all passenger EVs on sale 2025–2026
Range
317 km WLTP · LFP 42.2 kWh gross · 16" wheels · figures valid for cars built from June 2025
5.0
avg
Battery
~39.5 kWh usable · LFP chemistry · 400V · V2G standard +0.2
3.2
weak
Charging
118 kW DC max · 10→80% in 29 min · 400V · V2L + V2G (V2H not confirmed)
4.0
weak
Performance
0–100 km/h 8.7 s · 108 kW (147 PS) · FWD
4.0
weak
Efficiency
~12.5 kWh/100 km WLTP · LFP chemistry · active aero flaps
9.0
top
Cargo
362 L boot (5-seat) · 15 L frunk · 377 L combined
4.0
weak
Value
€26,600 · $28,500 · €83.9/km · $89.9/km WLTP
7.0
good
Verdict: The Kia EV2 Standard Range is genuinely the most efficient car in its class — 12.5 kWh/100 km on the WLTP cycle is hands down impressive for a B-SUV, and owners driving in Portugal confirmed close to 5 mi/kWh in mixed conditions. That 9.0 efficiency score isn't an accident; the active aero flaps and E-GMP platform do real work here. Where it loses ground: a 39.5 kWh usable battery is small by 2026 standards (3.2 Battery), and 317 km WLTP puts it in the avg band. DC charging sits around 100 kW, which is fine for a city car but not exciting. For €26,600 you're actually getting a fair deal — Value scores 7.0 at €83.9/km, which is respectable in this segment. Best pick if you mostly charge at home and rarely do long runs.
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5.2
out of 10
EVspecsHub Score
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▸ Score data table (methodology v6.7)
| Criterion | Score | Key data | 10/10 = |
|---|---|---|---|
| Range | 5.0 | 317 km WLTP · 300–399 km band | 800+ km |
| Battery | 3.2 | ~39.5 kWh usable · LFP · 400V (no bonus) · 30–39 kWh band + V2G +0.2 | 110+ kWh |
| Charging | 4.0 | 118 kW DC · 400V · V2H not confirmed · 100–149 kW band | 400+ kW |
| Performance | 4.0 | 8.7 s → 4.0 · FWD · 108 kW | sub-3s AWD |
| Efficiency | 9.0 | ~12.5 kWh/100 km WLTP · 12.0–12.9 band | <12 kWh/100 km |
| Cargo | 4.0 | 377 L combined (362 boot + 15 frunk) · 300–399 L band | 1100+ L |
| Value | 7.0 | €26,600 · €83.9/km · $89.9/km · €75–89/km band | <€45/km |
| Overall | 5.2 / 10 | EVspecsHub Score v6.7 · EVspecsHub.com · March 2026 | |
1 Price & leasing — what you actually pay
The EV2 came in lower than anyone expected. Kia Germany opened orders at €26,600 — most people were betting on €30,000+. That gap matters a lot when you're comparing monthly payments.
| Trim | Battery | Price (EU) | Price (US est.) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Light base | 42.2 kWh LFP | from €26,600 | ~$30,500 |
| Air | 42.2 kWh LFP | from €28,490 | ~$32,700 |
| Earth | 42.2 kWh LFP | from €30,990 | ~$35,500 |
Kia is also running lease deals from €239/month in Germany — and from what I've seen in forum threads, that's the number getting the most attention right now. For a brand-new E-GMP platform car with 22 kW AC charging and V2L standard, that's genuinely hard to argue with.
LFP battery — charge to 100% every day. Unlike NMC cells in the 61 kWh version, LFP chemistry doesn't degrade from regular full charges. You don't need to babysit the battery at 80% — just plug in, top it up, go.
2 Real-world range — what to expect No owner data yet
WLTP says 317 km (197 mi). That's the official number. What you'll actually see depends heavily on how and where you drive — and the honest answer is: we don't have owner measurements yet. Production only started in March 2026. But we can make reasonable estimates based on what early drives and the efficiency figures tell us.
Estimated Real-World Range — EV2 42 kWh · based on pre-production drives & WLTP efficiency
EVspecsHubEstimates based on pre-production drive reports (~5.0 mi/kWh efficiency observed in Portugal) and standard E-GMP platform behavior at temperature. Owner measurements will replace these figures when available — likely Q3 2026. Figures valid for cars built from February 2026.
| Scenario | Range (km) | Range (mi) | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| WLTP official | 317 km | 197 mi | Homologation cycle, controlled conditions |
| City driving | 300–320 km | 186–199 mi | Low speeds, regen works well — can match or beat WLTP |
| Mixed (city + highway) | 240–260 km | 149–162 mi | Typical daily use for most owners |
| Highway 120 km/h | 185–200 km | 115–124 mi | 400V platform, higher aero drag at speed |
| Winter, highway | 140–160 km | 87–99 mi | No heat pump standard on base trims; cold hits LFP harder |
No heat pump as standard on base trims. A heat pump is available as an option on all EV2 trims — but it's not included by default on Light and Air. Without it, winter range takes a bigger hit than the estimates above suggest. If you're in a cold climate (Nordics, Eastern Europe, Alps), I'd budget for that option.
3 Size & cargo — bigger than it looks
On paper 4,060 mm sounds tiny. In person — and from every first-drive report I've gone through — people consistently say the interior feels larger than the exterior suggests. The flat E-GMP floor and the upright boxy shape do real work here.
| Dimension | EV2 | Renault 4 | Hyundai Inster |
|---|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,060 mm | 4,144 mm | 3,825 mm |
| Width | 1,800 mm | 1,796 mm | 1,610 mm |
| Height | 1,575 mm | 1,628 mm | 1,575 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,565 mm | 2,624 mm | 2,580 mm |
| Boot (seats back) | 377 L | 420 L | 280 L |
| Boot (seats forward) | 418 L | — | — |
The sliding rear seats are the real trick. Slide them forward and you get 418 L of boot — respectable for a car this size. Slide them back and rear legroom extends to 958 mm, which is genuinely comfortable for adults. You pick your priority per trip. Nobody else in this segment does that at this price.
Parking in tight spots. At 4,060 mm the EV2 is shorter than a VW Golf (4,282 mm) and a Volvo EX30 (4,233 mm). If you're in a city with tight parking garages or narrow street spots, this matters day-to-day more than the range figures ever will.
4 Who should buy the 42 kWh — and who shouldn't
The 42 kWh SR is a genuinely well-thought-out city car with real E-GMP bones underneath. But it's not for everyone — and the €6,890 gap to the 61 kWh version is a real decision point.
Buy SR if
mostly city + suburban driving
- Your daily commute is under 80 km round trip — 317 km WLTP is more than enough buffer.
- You charge at home overnight — LFP battery means full charge every night is fine, no stress.
- €239/month lease budget or you want the lowest entry price into E-GMP.
- You want the car now — 42 kWh is in production since March 2026. The 61 kWh won't ship until June 2026.
Think twice if
you regularly leave the city
- Highway trips over 150 km are regular — at 120 km/h you're looking at ~185–200 km real range, meaning a stop.
- You live in a cold climate and won't add the heat pump option — winter range hits harder on the smaller pack.
- You're comparing to the 61 kWh: for €6,890 more you get NMC chemistry, 453 km WLTP, and noticeably better highway comfort.
📋 Full technical specifications — both EV2 variants:
Range estimates are based on pre-production drive reports and E-GMP platform data — no owner measurements exist yet as of April 2026. Figures and prices valid for cars built from February 2026. Prices shown for Germany; vary by market.
Kia EV2 42 kWh: Owner Data — Coming Soon
⏳ Owner data not yet available. The EV2 Standard Range entered production in February 2026 — real-world charging logs, range measurements, and owner feedback are still accumulating. This section will be updated with verified owner data from Q3 2026 once sufficient field reports are available.
We only publish measured numbers here — no estimated figures, no press-kit extrapolations. Check back in summer 2026 for DC charging curve data, real-world range logs, and cold-weather results from actual owners.
Frequently Asked Questions FAQ about the Kia EV2 42 kWh Specs 2026 – 42.2 kWh Battery, 317 km Range
The EV2 offers a range of up to 317 km (197 mi) / WLTP under WLTP standards, depending on driving conditions and trim.
It supports DC fast charging up to 118 kW, reaching 10–80% in about 29 minutes at compatible stations. AC charging is 11 kW from a home wallbox.
Yes, the EV2 supports V2L (Vehicle-to-Load) and bidirectional charging at up to 3.6 kW. That means you can power external devices or even charge another EV from the car.
The 2026 Kia EV2 Standard Range | 42.2 kWh has a trunk capacity of 362 L (12.8 ft³) standard, expandable to 403 L (14.2 ft³) with rear seats folded. Frunk availability hasn't been officially confirmed yet.
The 2026 Kia EV2 Standard Range | 42.2 kWh measures 4060 mm (159.8 in) in length, 1800 mm (70.9 in) in width, and 1575 mm (62.0 in) in height. The wheelbase is 2565 mm (101.0 in).
Unbraked trailer: No official data from the manufacturer yet. Braked trailer: 750 kg (1653 lb).
The EV2 features a motor (PSM) delivering 108 kW (147 hp).
About This Page
Specs and real-world data for the Kia EV2 Standard Range — pulled from official materials, press kits, owner forums, and independent tests. One place with accurate numbers, no marketing copy.
Author
I'm Alex. EVs have been a hobby for years — not as a journalist, just someone who finds this space genuinely interesting. I go through official releases, dig into owner threads, watch real-world tests, and bring the most accurate data into one place. If something's wrong, there's a contact link at the bottom of the page.
Last Updated
March 2026
Sources: official Kia materials, open public data, owner reports. Current as of the date above. Use as a reference — verify anything critical before acting on it.