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Abarth 600e vs Kia EV2
Selected trimTurismoChange trim207 mi · 54 kWh · £33,995
Selected trimAirChange trim281 mi · 61 kWh · £27,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Abarth 600e leads on family practicality and charging speed, while the Kia EV2 leads on value for money, motorway range and running costs.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Abarth 600e if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you need the fastest charging of these options
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 want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Kia EV2 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueKia
Abarth
3.7
Kia
5.1
Motorway RangeKia
Abarth
4.3
Kia
5.5
FamilyAbarth
Abarth
3.4
Kia
2.1
ChargingAbarth
Abarth
6.2
Kia
4.8
Cost Per MileKia
Abarth
5.4
Kia
8.3
City DrivingKia
Abarth
8.1
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 600eTurismo | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £33,995 | £27,995 (better) |
| Official range | 207 miles | 281 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 360 L | 362 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 27 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec (better) | 9.5 sec |
Size Comparison
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Abarth 600e
Kia EV2
Length
Abarth 600e4,187mm
Kia EV24,060mm-127mm
Width
Abarth 600e1,779mm-21mm
Kia EV21,800mm
Height
Abarth 600e1,557mm-18mm
Kia EV21,575mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,187 mm | 4,060 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,779 mm (better) | 1,800 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,981 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,557 mm | 1,575 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 10 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 621 mm spare (better) | 600 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 360 L | 362 L (better) |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Abarth 600e
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
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 600e Turismo |  Kia EV2 Air |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.19m | 4.06m-127mm |
| Width | 1.78m | 1.80m+21mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.98m | Not available |
| Height | 1.56m | 1.57m+18mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.56m | 2.56m+6mm |
| Ground Clearance | 179mm | Not available |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 360L | 362L (better) |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 10.02m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,640kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 54kWh | 61kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 207 mi | 281 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,995 | £27,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £32,495 (-£1,500) | £24,245 (-£3,750) (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2026+ |
* Abarth 600e: Not yet tested by Euro NCAP.
* 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 600eTurismo | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 207 miles | 281 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 173 miles | 234 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | 152 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 50.8 kWh | 61 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec (better) | 9.5 sec |
| Power | 176 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Torque | 345 Nm (better) | 250 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Abarth 600e
Turismo
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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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Abarth 600e Turismo
Abarth 600e Turismo
Not yet tested by Euro NCAP.
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 600eTurismo | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years (better) | 7 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Abarth 600e worth the extra £6,000 over the Kia EV2?
The Abarth 600e costs £6,000 more than the Kia EV2. For that premium it adds 76 kW more power and a 3.3s quicker 0-62mph time. The Kia EV2 is not just cheaper - it also offers 74 miles more WLTP range and 50 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Kia EV2 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Abarth 600e or the Kia EV2?
The Kia EV2 is £6,000 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £144 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Kia EV2 comes out roughly £6,120 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Abarth 600e and Kia EV2 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 173 miles for the Abarth 600e 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 61 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Abarth 600e or the Kia EV2?
The two are within 21 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 621 mm of total clearance for the Abarth 600e and about 600 mm of total clearance for the Kia EV2.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Abarth 600e or the Kia EV2?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Abarth 600e and 84% for the Kia EV2. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. The Abarth 600e has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the Kia EV2.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .