Kia is expanding its electric vehicle range in some markets, revealed its new EV2 entry level EV at the 2026 Brussels Motor Show.
Built on the E-GMP architecture like most of Kia’s EV range, the new entry model has been designed to stand out. It’s not a typical swoopy four-door coupe like pretty much every other EV in the small SUV class. Instead, the EV2 goes for a tall and boxy theme.
At the front it gets some new vertical LED running lights, with unique C-shaped taillights, combined with a high waistline and defined wheel arches giving it a strong and robust stance.
It’ll be offered in two different battery levels, including a 42.2kWh Standard Range and 61kWh Long Range. Interestingly, they both offer AC charging at up to 22kW. They also offer DC fast charging at 120kW thanks to the 400V platform, capable of recharging from 10-80 per cent in about 30 minutes.
A full charge range of 317km in the base model and 448km in the big battery puts the new model at the top of the class, according to Kia. The Standard range produces 108kW and the Long range develops 100kW, translating to a 0-100km/h claim of 8.6 seconds and 9.5 seconds, respectively.
Like with every Kia, practicality and user-friendliness are high on the agenda. You get 362L of boot space, as well as sliding and reclining rear seats, V2L charging, and twin 12.3-inch screens on the dash, with another 5.3-inch touch-screen for the separated climate controls.
Kia will be offering a sporty GT-Line trim level as well, showcasing body-coloured trimmings, 19-inch wheels, and extra features inside such as a bespoke two-tone trim. An eight-speaker Harman/Kardon sound system will be available, although Kia hasn’t specifically said if it comes standard with the GT-Line.
The new model will be produced at the company’s plant in Slovakia, starting with the Standard range in February, and the Long Range GT-Line from June. It’s unlikely to make its way to Australia any time soon, however, if production is picked up at another facility closer to home, things may change.
