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Kia EV2 vs Skoda Epiq
Selected trimAirChange trim281 mi · 61 kWh · £27,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Kia EV2 leads on motorway range, charging speed and city driving, while the Skoda Epiq leads on family practicality and running costs.
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 need the fastest charging of these options
- you drive in the city - it's compact with an excellent turning circle
Choose the Skoda Epiq if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Kia EV2 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Kia
5.1
Skoda
5.5
Too close to call
Motorway RangeKia
Kia
5.5
Skoda
4
FamilySkoda
Kia
2.1
Skoda
4.5
ChargingKia
Kia
4.8
Skoda
3.2
Cost Per MileSkoda
Kia
8.3
Skoda
9.2
City DrivingKia
Kia
8.8
Skoda
7.8
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 | Kia EV2Air | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £27,995 | £24,950 (better) |
| Official range | 281 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Boot space | 362 L | 475 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 28 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec (better) | 9.8 sec |
Size Comparison
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Kia EV2
Skoda Epiq
Length
Kia EV24,060mm-140mm
Skoda Epiq4,200mm
Width
Kia EV21,800mm
Skoda Epiq1,798mm-2mm
Height
Kia EV21,575mm-6mm
Skoda Epiq1,581mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,060 mm | 4,200 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm | 1,798 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,575 mm | 1,581 mm |
| Turning circle | 10 m (better) | 10.7 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare | 602 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 362 L | 475 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1345 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 25 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,200 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 32 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Skoda Epiq
- At 4,200 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- One of 32 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Kia EV2 Air |  Skoda Epiq SE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.06m | 4.20m+140mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.80m-2mm |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.58m+6mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.56m | 2.60m+36mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 125mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 362L | 475L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1345L |
| Frunk | Not available | 25L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.02m (better) | 10.68m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,542kg |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,200kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 61kWh (better) | 38.5kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 281 mi (better) | 190 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW (better) | 90kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £27,995 | £24,950 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £24,245 (-£3,750) | £23,450 (-£1,500) (better) |
| 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
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 281 miles (better) | 190 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 234 miles (better) | 158 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 28 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW (better) | 90 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 61 kWh (better) | 37 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec (better) | 9.8 sec |
| Power | 100 kW (better) | 99 kW |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 267 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
Skoda Epiq
SE L 40
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
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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 | Kia EV2Air | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 7 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Kia EV2
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Skoda Epiq
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Kia EV2 worth the extra £3,045 over the Skoda Epiq?
The Kia EV2 costs £3,045 more than the Skoda Epiq. For that premium it adds 91 miles more WLTP range and 60 kW faster peak rapid charging. The Skoda Epiq is not just cheaper - it also offers 113 litres more boot space. 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 Skoda Epiq?
The Skoda Epiq is £3,045 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £136 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Skoda Epiq comes out roughly £3,085 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 Skoda Epiq like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 234 miles for the Kia EV2 and 158 miles for the Skoda Epiq - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Kia EV2 goes roughly 76 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Kia EV2 or the Skoda Epiq?
The two are within 2 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 602 mm of total clearance for the Skoda Epiq and about 600 mm of total clearance for the Kia EV2. The Kia EV2 also turns in a 0.7 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 Skoda Epiq?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Kia EV2 and 90% for the Skoda Epiq. That gives the Skoda Epiq a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Skoda Epiq'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 .