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Dongfeng BOX vs Kia EV2
Selected trimStandard193 mi · 42 kWh · £20,000
Selected trimAirChange trim281 mi · 61 kWh · £27,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Dongfeng BOX leads on value for money and family practicality, while the Kia EV2 leads on motorway range and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Dongfeng BOX if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
Choose the Kia EV2 if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Dongfeng BOX edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValueDongfeng
Dongfeng
6.1
Kia
5.1
Motorway RangeKia
Dongfeng
4.3
Kia
5.5
FamilyDongfeng
Dongfeng
5.1
Kia
2.1
ChargingKia
Dongfeng
4
Kia
4.8
Cost Per Mile
Dongfeng
8.2
Kia
8.3
Too close to call
City Driving
Dongfeng
8.6
Kia
8.8
Too close to call
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 | Dongfeng BOXBase | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £20,000 (better) | £27,995 |
| Official range | 193 miles | 281 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 326 L | 362 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 12.5 sec | 9.5 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Dongfeng BOX
Kia EV2
Length
Dongfeng BOX4,020mm-40mm
Kia EV24,060mm
Width
Dongfeng BOX1,810mm
Kia EV21,800mm-10mm
Height
Dongfeng BOX1,570mm-5mm
Kia EV21,575mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Dongfeng BOXBase | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,020 mm | 4,060 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,810 mm | 1,800 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,570 mm | 1,575 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 10 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 590 mm spare | 600 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Dongfeng BOXBase | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 326 L | 362 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | 945 L | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Dongfeng BOX
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 |  Dongfeng BOX Base |  Kia EV2 Air |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.02m | 4.06m+40mm |
| Width | 1.81m | 1.80m-10mm |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.57m+5mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.60m | 2.56m-35mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 326L | 362L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | 945L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 10.02m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,312kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 42kWh | 61kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 193 mi | 281 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 88kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £20,000 (better) | £27,995 |
| Price after EV grant | £20,000 (not eligible) | £24,245 (-£3,750) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2026+ | 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 | Dongfeng BOXBase | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 193 miles | 281 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 160 miles | 234 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 88 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 42 kWh | 61 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | LFP | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Dongfeng BOXBase | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 12.5 sec | 9.5 sec (better) |
| Power | 70 kW | 100 kW (better) |
| Torque | 160 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.
Dongfeng BOX
Base
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 - Dongfeng BOX Base
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant69%
Child Occupant81%
Vulnerable Road Users67%
Safety Assist77%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
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 | Dongfeng BOXBase | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | Not available | 7 years |
| Battery warranty distance | Not available | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Dongfeng BOX
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Kia EV2
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Frequently asked questions
Is the Kia EV2 worth the extra £7,995 over the Dongfeng BOX?
The Kia EV2 costs £7,995 more than the Dongfeng BOX. For that premium it adds 88 miles more WLTP range, 62 kW faster peak rapid charging and 30 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Dongfeng BOX comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Dongfeng BOX or the Kia EV2?
The Dongfeng BOX is £7,995 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 Dongfeng BOX comes out roughly £7,955 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Dongfeng BOX and Kia EV2 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 160 miles for the Dongfeng BOX 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 74 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Dongfeng BOX or the Kia EV2?
The two are within 10 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 600 mm of total clearance for the Kia EV2 and about 590 mm of total clearance for the Dongfeng BOX.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Dongfeng BOX or the Kia EV2?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 90% battery health for the Dongfeng BOX and 84% for the Kia EV2. That gives the Dongfeng BOX a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Dongfeng BOX's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Kia EV2's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .