New Delhi. Kia has officially introduced its smallest and most affordable electric vehicle, the EV2, which is the new entry point into the brand's growing EV lineup. Positioned below the EV3, the new B-segment SUV will be manufactured at Kia's Zilina plant in Slovakia. It will be available in standard-range and long-range versions, as well as a premium GT-Line variant. The company has just introduced this car for Europe only. No details have been revealed yet on its launch in India.
Kia EV2: dimensions
The smallest model in Kia's EV lineup, the EV2 follows the brand's design philosophy and features styling inspired by larger EVs. Its length is 4,060mm, width is 1,800mm and height is 1,575mm, while the wheelbase is 2,565mm. The SUV has a tiger nose fascia, vertical LED lighting signature and upright stance. Cargo space is 362 litres, which can be expanded to 403 liters with adjustable rear seats, and there is also a 15-litre front trunk.
Kia EV2: interior
On the interior side, Kia says that the cabin design is inspired by the “picnic box” concept, which provides a bright and spacious environment. The dashboard has dual 12.3-inch displays, one for the instrument cluster and the other for the infotainment system, along with a 5.3-inch panel for the climate controls. It features Kia's new ccNC Lite software platform, which allows over-the-air updates (except maps) and download of in-car apps.
Kia EV2: Features
The EV2 is available in Air, Earth and GT-Line trims. The base EV2 Air gets dual-zone climate control and 16-inch alloy wheels, while the mid-spec Earth gets premium touches like ambient lighting, 18-inch wheels and a Harman Kardon audio system. The top GT-Line variant has sporty design, 19-inch wheels, ventilated seats with memory, digital key 2.0 and high-gloss exterior accents.
Full set of ADAS features
The EV2 gets a full set of ADAS features, which include Forward Collision Avoidance, Lane Follow Assist, Blind-Spot View Monitor and Highway Driving Assist 2.0. For the first time in the segment, Remote Smart Parking Assist Entry feature has been provided, through which the driver can remotely park the vehicle in tight spots through the key fob.
Kia EV2: powertrain
Kia offers two battery options: 42.2 kWh and 61.0 kWh battery packs, which offer a range of 317 km and 448 km respectively. Both packs are based on 400 V architecture, which supports DC fast charging and 10-80 percent charge is done in just 30 minutes. On AC power, a 22 kW charger fully charges the battery in about 2.5 to 3 hours, while 11 kW home units are suitable for overnight charging.