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South Korean KIA is preparing for the release a compact crossover EV2, which will also receive a sports version. The premiere of the model in the form of the concept took place last winter at the EV Day event. It is expected that the serial version will appear on the European market in early 2026.

The most powerful GT version of the electric car, according to preliminary data, will be equipped with two electric motors and all-wheel drive. Their peak power will be from 250 to 300 horsepower. Such a crossover can accelerate to 100 kilometers per hour in about 5 seconds. The course of the course will be provided by a traction nickel-metallological battery with a capacity of 55 kilowatt hours, borrowed from the older EV3 model. On one charging, the GT version of EV2 will be able to drive up to 435 kilometers.

In order for handling to meet a powerful power plant, the sports version will be equipped with a reconfigurated steering control and more effective brakes. Probably, the suspension settings will also be changed, which will receive a multi -link circuit from behind.

The basic version of EV2 will have one electric motor on the front axle with a capacity of 150 to 200 horsepower. Its acceleration to 100 kilometers per hour will take about 7.5 seconds.

Kia EV2
Kia Kia EV2
Kia Kia EV2
Kia Kia EV2
Kia Kia EV2
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Both versions are designed on the E-GMP platform with a 400-volt architecture, which is also used for models KIA EV3 and EV5. Like them, EV2 will have support for fast charging and V2L (Vehicle-to-Load), which allows you to feed external electrical appliances from the car battery.

There are no official technical details yet. The estimated starting price of the serial EV2 in Europe will be about 30 thousand euros (about 2.8 million rubles).

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