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Kia EV2 vs Omoda E5
Selected trimAirChange trim281 mi · 61 kWh · £27,995
Selected trimKnightChange trim267 mi · 61 kWh · £33,065
At a glance
In this comparison, Kia EV2 leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving, while the Omoda E5 leads on value for money and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Kia EV2 if...
- 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
Choose the Omoda E5 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
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Kia EV2 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueOmoda
Kia
5.1
Omoda
6.2
Motorway RangeKia
Kia
5.5
Omoda
3.7
FamilyOmoda
Kia
2.1
Omoda
5.7
Charging
Kia
4.8
Omoda
4.4
Too close to call
Cost Per MileKia
Kia
8.3
Omoda
4.1
City DrivingKia
Kia
8.8
Omoda
6.4
What each car does better
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Key specifications
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Size Comparison
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Kia EV2
Omoda E5
Length
Kia EV24,060mm-364mm
Omoda E54,424mm
Width
Kia EV21,800mm-30mm
Omoda E51,830mm
Height
Kia EV21,575mm-13mm
Omoda E51,588mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
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People & luggage
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How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
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 32 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Omoda E5
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Kia EV2 Air |  Omoda E5 Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.06m | 4.42m+364mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.83m+30mm |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.59m+13mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.56m | 2.63m+65mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 147mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 362L | 380L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1075L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.02m (better) | 10.8m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,710kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 61kWh | 61kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 281 mi (better) | 267 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW (better) | 130kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £27,995 (better) | £33,065 |
| Price after EV grant | £24,245 (-£3,750) | £33,065 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | 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
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| Measure | Kia EV2Air | Omoda E5Knight |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 281 miles (better) | 267 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 234 miles (better) | 194 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 28 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW (better) | 130 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 160 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 61 kWh (better) | 60 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
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What the critics say
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Kia EV2
Air
Omoda E5
Knight
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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.
Euro NCAP - Omoda E5 Knight
Tested 2022
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant87%
Vulnerable Road Users68%
Safety Assist88%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
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Buying options
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Omoda E5 worth the extra £5,070 over the Kia EV2?
The Omoda E5 costs £5,070 more than the Kia EV2. For that premium it adds 55 kW more power and a 2.3s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Kia EV2 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Kia EV2 or the Omoda E5?
The Kia EV2 is £5,070 cheaper to buy. The Kia EV2 is cheaper to charge, roughly £144 a year versus £176 for the Omoda E5, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Kia EV2 comes out roughly £5,230 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Kia EV2 and Omoda E5 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 234 miles for the Kia EV2 and 194 miles for the Omoda E5 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Kia EV2 goes roughly 40 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Kia EV2 or the Omoda E5?
The Kia EV2 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 30 mm narrower than the Omoda E5. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 600 mm of total clearance for the Kia EV2 and about 570 mm of total clearance for the Omoda E5. The Kia EV2 also turns in a 0.8 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Kia EV2 or the Omoda E5?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Kia EV2 and 90% for the Omoda E5. That gives the Omoda E5 a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Omoda E5'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. The Omoda E5 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 .