Kia EV2 delivers 105% of its official range estimate in the real world, ranking #1 in class
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- Kia EV2 (standard‑range) drove 325 km (201 mi) on a single charge in the Summer El Prix test, surpassing its WLTP rating of 308 km (191 mi) by 105 %.
- Kia EV2 GT‑Line prototype recorded 428 km (265 mi), achieving 102 % of its WLTP combined range figure.
- Kia EV2 posted an average energy consumption of 12.4 kWh per 100 km, outpacing most other vehicles in the test.
- Kia Europe VP Pablo Matinez Masip said the results confirm the EV2’s efficiency and reliability for everyday drivers.
- Kia EV2 is offered in four trims (Light, Air, GT‑Line, GT‑Line S) with two battery sizes (42.2 kWh, 61 kWh) delivering WLTP ranges up to 317 km and 453 km respectively.
- Kia EV2 starts at €26,600 ($30,500) in Europe and £24,245 ($32,500) in the UK, positioning it as a low‑cost compact SUV.
- BMW iX3 topped the overall Summer El Prix rankings with 781 km (485 mi) on a single charge, while the Lucid Air holds the all‑time record at 832 km (517 mi).
Why it matters: Kia’s EV2 delivering 105 % of its WLTP range and consuming just 12.4 kWh per 100 km validates its efficiency claims, giving buyers a tangible reliability edge and strengthening Kia’s position in the competitive compact EV market, while rivals must match its real‑world performance to stay relevant.
