Kia EV2

Kia EV2
Kia EV2 Concept
Kia EV2 Concept
Overview
ManufacturerKia
Model codeQV1
Production2026 (to commence)
AssemblySlovakia: Žilina (Kia Slovakia)
Body and chassis
ClassSubcompact crossover SUV
Body style5-door SUV
LayoutFront-motor, front-wheel-drive
RelatedHyundai Ioniq 3

The Kia EV2 is a battery electric concept vehicle produced by Kia. It will be the sixth model in the manufacturer's "EV" electric car line-up after the EV4. It was introduced on 27 February 2025 alongside the EV4 and PV5. It slots below the EV3.[1]

Overview

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The EV2 will be an electric subcompact SUV that slots under the EV3. It is similar to the Hyundai Inster in terms of size.[2] The EV2 will launch in early 2026 and will be produced in Žilina, Slovakia.

Design and features

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The concept model's rear doors open in the opposite direction from the front doors. The Star Map front lighting from the EV9 is also present on the concept.[3] Inside, there's a panoramic glass roof, color-coordinated headrest speakers, and a metal-accented dashboard housing a wide touchscreen.[4]

Powertrain

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Kia has not provided any information about the powertrain. However, what is known is that the EV2 will be based on the E-GMP 400v architecture and use both LFP and NCM batteries.[5]

References

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  1. ^ Gauthier, Michael (2025-02-13). "Kia EV2, EV4, And PV5 Teased Ahead Of Feb 27 Debut | Carscoops". Carscoops. Archived from the original on 2025-02-14. Retrieved 2025-02-17.
  2. ^ Buckley, Ginny (February 26, 2025). "Kia EV2: everything we know about Kia's baby EV". Electrifying.
  3. ^ Stafford, Eric (February 27, 2025). "Kia Concept EV2 Is a Tiny EV SUV with a Sliding Front Bench Seat". Car and Driver.
  4. ^ Dow, Cat (February 27, 2025). "Kia's Concept EV2 is a dinky electric SUV you can dine on the floor of". Top Gear.
  5. ^ Goy, Alex (February 27, 2025). "Kia EV2 Concept: This Will Be Kia's Most Affordable EV Yet". InsideEVs.
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