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Abarth 500e vs Kia EV2
Selected trimHatchbackChange trim164 mi · 42.2 kWh · £27,995
Selected trimAirChange trim281 mi · 61 kWh · £27,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Abarth 500e leads on city driving, while the Kia EV2 leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Abarth 500e if...
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
Choose the Kia EV2 if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Kia EV2 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueKia
Abarth
4.4
Kia
5.1
Motorway RangeKia
Abarth
3.1
Kia
5.5
ChargingKia
Abarth
3.3
Kia
4.8
Cost Per MileKia
Abarth
4.2
Kia
8.3
City DrivingAbarth
Abarth
9.6
Kia
8.8
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £27,995 | £27,995 |
| Official range | 164 miles | 281 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 185 L | 362 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 35 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 7 sec (better) | 9.5 sec |
Size Comparison
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Abarth 500e
Kia EV2
Length
Abarth 500e3,673mm-387mm
Kia EV24,060mm
Width
Abarth 500e1,683mm-117mm
Kia EV21,800mm
Height
Abarth 500e1,518mm-57mm
Kia EV21,575mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 3,673 mm | 4,060 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,683 mm (better) | 1,800 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,900 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,518 mm | 1,575 mm |
| Turning circle | 9.4 m (better) | 10 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 717 mm spare (better) | 600 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 4 | 5 (better) |
| Boot space (seats up) | 185 L | 362 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 550 L | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Abarth 500e
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 8 hatchback EVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- At 3,673 mm, shorter than 85% of hatchback EVs in our UK catalogue.
- 9.4 m turning circle, tighter than 90% of hatchback EVs in our database.
Kia EV2
- At 4,060 mm, shorter than 100% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 7 SUVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- One of 33 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Abarth 500e Hatchback |  Kia EV2 Air |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 3.67m | 4.06m+387mm |
| Width | 1.68m | 1.80m+117mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.90m | Not available |
| Height | 1.52m | 1.57m+57mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.32m | 2.56m+243mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 185L | 362L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 550L | Not available |
| Seats | 4 | 5 (better) |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 9.4m (better) | 10.02m |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 42.2kWh | 61kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 164 mi | 281 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 85kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £27,995 | £27,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £24,245 (-£3,750) | £24,245 (-£3,750) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2023+ | 2026+ |
* Kia EV2: Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 164 miles | 281 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 137 miles | 234 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 35 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 85 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 42.2 kWh | 61 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | Not available | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7 sec (better) | 9.5 sec |
| Power | 114 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 250 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Abarth 500e
Hatchback
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Kia EV2
Air
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Kia EV2 Air
Kia EV2 Air
Not yet Euro NCAP tested as of 2026-05. Limited-production / halo / pre-launch / new-brand models are typically rated some time after general sale.
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Abarth 500eHatchback | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 7 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Abarth 500e or the Kia EV2?
The Abarth 500e is £0 cheaper to buy. The Kia EV2 is cheaper to charge, roughly £144 a year versus £176 for the Abarth 500e, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the two land within £160 of each other - effectively the same to own. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Abarth 500e and Kia EV2 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 137 miles for the Abarth 500e and 234 miles for the Kia EV2 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Kia EV2 goes roughly 98 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Abarth 500e or the Kia EV2?
The Abarth 500e is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 117 mm narrower than the Kia EV2. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 717 mm of total clearance for the Abarth 500e and about 600 mm of total clearance for the Kia EV2. The Abarth 500e also turns in a 0.6 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .