Kia EV2 Debuts As the New Entry-Level EV at Brussels Motor Show 2026

South Korean automaker Kia has taken the wraps off the EV2 electric car at Brussels Motor Show 2026. The EV2 has debuted as Kia’s new entry-level electric model and will be manufactured at the company’s Slovakia facility. Production of the standard-range version is scheduled to begin in February 2026, followed by long-range and GT-Line variants from June 2026.

Measuring close to four metres in length, the EV2 uses Kia’s e-GMP platform in a more compact format. The design carries elements seen on larger Kia electric models, including vertically stacked LED daytime running lights, a squared bonnet and pronounced wheel arches. Wheel sizes range from 16 to 19 inches, depending on the variant. The GT-Line version adds exterior changes such as body-coloured panels and gloss-black detailing.

Inside, the EV2 features a triple-screen layout comprising a 12.3-inch digital instrument cluster, a 12.3-inch touchscreen infotainment system and a separate 5.3-inch display for climate controls. Buyers can choose between the full ccNC system or the ccNC Lite version, both supporting over-the-air software updates. An optional Harman Kardon audio system is also offered.

The cabin layout focuses on space management. The rear seats can slide and recline, allowing rear legroom of up to 958 mm. Boot capacity is rated at up to 403 litres with the rear seats moved forward, along with a 15-litre front storage compartment.

Kia will offer the EV2 with two battery options: a 42.2 kWh pack with a claimed range of up to 317 km and a 61.0 kWh pack with a claimed range of up to 448 km. Both versions use a 400V electrical architecture and support DC fast charging, with a claimed 10 to 80 per cent charge time of around 30 minutes. AC charging options include 11 kW and 22 kW support.

The EV2 also gets features such as an EV route planner, plug-and-charge functionality and bidirectional charging, including Vehicle-to-Load and Vehicle-to-Grid. Driver assistance systems include Highway Driving Assist 2, autonomous emergency braking, adaptive cruise control, blind-spot cameras, a 360-degree camera and remote parking assist.

Kia has stated that local production in Slovakia will help align the EV2 with European regulations and demand. The EV2 has been developed for the European market but with this EV measuring little over four-meters it will be interesting to see if Kia can make changes to this car to get it in the sub-4M category to launch it in the Indian market. However, Kia has not yet shared any plans regarding the EV2 for India.