Kia Launches EV2!! - CleanTechnica

Kia has launched the EV2, a new compact electric SUV designed primarily for urban use and aimed at first-time EV buyers and new Kia customers outside the U.S., including markets in Europe, Asia, Australia, and South America. The EV2 is Kia’s sixth dedicated electric model and features advanced capabilities such as bidirectional Vehicle-to-Load (V2L) charging, Plug & Charge functionality, an EV Route Planner, and a driving range of up to 448 km (278 miles) on a full charge. The vehicle emphasizes a spacious, comfortable interior despite its small footprint, targeting practical innovation with a focus on everyday usability and emotional appeal. The design of the EV2 follows Kia’s Opposites United philosophy, combining a compact size with a confident SUV stance characterized by upright posture, strong shoulder lines, pronounced wheel arches, and distinctive vertical lighting elements. Kia positions the EV2 as a versatile, easy-to-drive urban vehicle that offers a calm cabin atmosphere, class-above interior space