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Kia EV2 vs Peugeot e-208 (2019-2023)
Selected trimAirChange trim281 mi · 61 kWh · £27,995
Selected trim50kWh 136 · 2019-23225 mi · 50 kWh · £28,550
At a glance
In this comparison, Kia EV2 leads on motorway range and running costs, while the Peugeot e-208 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
Choose the Peugeot e-208 (2019-2023) 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 edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
ValuePeugeot
Kia
5.1
Peugeot
5.7
Motorway RangeKia
Kia
5.5
Peugeot
3.6
FamilyPeugeot
Kia
2.1
Peugeot
5.8
Charging
Kia
4.8
Peugeot
4.6
Too close to call
Cost Per MileKia
Kia
8.3
Peugeot
5
City Driving
Kia
8.8
Peugeot
8.5
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Kia EV2
Air
- 56 miles more WLTP range
- 53 litres more boot space
- 50 kW faster rapid charging
- 0.4 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | Peugeot e-20850kWh 136 (2019-23) |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £27,995 (better) | £28,550 |
| Official range | 281 miles (better) | 225 miles |
| Boot space | 362 L (better) | 309 L |
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec | 8.1 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Kia EV2
Peugeot e-208
Length
Kia EV24,060mm
Peugeot e-2084,055mm-5mm
Width
Kia EV21,800mm
Peugeot e-2081,765mm-35mm
Height
Kia EV21,575mm
Peugeot e-2081,430mm-145mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | Peugeot e-20850kWh 136 (2019-23) |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,060 mm | 4,055 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm | 1,765 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 1,960 mm |
| Height | 1,575 mm | 1,430 mm |
| Turning circle | 10 m (better) | 10.4 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare | 635 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | Peugeot e-20850kWh 136 (2019-23) |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 362 L (better) | 309 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1119 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
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 33 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Peugeot e-208
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Kia EV2 Air |  Peugeot e-208 50kWh 136 (2019-23) |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.06m | 4.05m-5mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.76m-35mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 1.96m |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.43m-145mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.56m | 2.54m-25mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 362L (better) | 309L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1119L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.02m (better) | 10.4m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,455kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 61kWh (better) | 50kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 281 mi (better) | 225 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW (better) | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £27,995 (better) | £28,550 |
| Price after EV grant | £24,245 (-£3,750) | £28,550 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2019–2023 |
* 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 | Kia EV2Air | Peugeot e-20850kWh 136 (2019-23) |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 281 miles (better) | 225 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 234 miles (better) | 155 miles |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 7.4 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 154 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 61 kWh (better) | 46 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | Peugeot e-20850kWh 136 (2019-23) |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec | 8.1 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 260 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.
Kia EV2
Air
Peugeot e-208
50kWh 136 (2019-23)
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Watch the reviews
Watch selected video reviews here, or visit each model page for the full collection.
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
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 - Peugeot e-208 50kWh 136 (2019-23)
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant91%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users56%
Safety Assist71%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | Peugeot e-20850kWh 136 (2019-23) |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 7 years | 8 years (better) |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
Buying options
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Kia EV2
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Peugeot e-208
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Kia EV2
No active listings.
Peugeot e-208
- £12,9902020Anchor CarsView
- £14,2402022Anchor CarsView
- £12,4952021Drive GreenView
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Kia EV2 or the Peugeot e-208?
The Kia EV2 is £555 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 £675 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 Peugeot e-208 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 234 miles for the Kia EV2 and 155 miles for the Peugeot e-208 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Kia EV2 goes roughly 80 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Kia EV2 or the Peugeot e-208?
The Peugeot e-208 is the easier car for tight UK car parks: it is 35 mm narrower than the Kia EV2. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 635 mm of total clearance for the Peugeot e-208 and about 600 mm of total clearance for the Kia EV2. The Kia EV2 also turns in a 0.4 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 Peugeot e-208?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Kia EV2 and 84% for the Peugeot e-208. 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 Peugeot e-208 has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the Kia EV2.
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 .