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Kia EV2 vs Vauxhall Corsa
Selected trimAirChange trim281 mi · 61 kWh · £27,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Kia EV2 leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving, while the Vauxhall Corsa leads on value for money, family practicality and charging speed.
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 Vauxhall Corsa 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
- you need the fastest charging of these options
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Kia EV2 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueVauxhall
Kia
5.1
Vauxhall
5.8
Motorway RangeKia
Kia
5.5
Vauxhall
3.3
FamilyVauxhall
Kia
2.1
Vauxhall
5.2
ChargingVauxhall
Kia
4.8
Vauxhall
5.5
Cost Per MileKia
Kia
8.3
Vauxhall
4.1
City DrivingKia
Kia
8.8
Vauxhall
7.9
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Kia EV2
Air
- 60 miles more WLTP range
- 95 litres more boot space
- 50 kW faster rapid charging
- 0.7 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £27,995 | £27,505 (better) |
| Official range | 281 miles (better) | 221 miles |
| Boot space | 362 L (better) | 267 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec | 8.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Kia EV2
Vauxhall Corsa
Length
Kia EV24,060mm
Vauxhall Corsa4,060mm
Width
Kia EV21,800mm
Vauxhall Corsa1,765mm-35mm
Height
Kia EV21,575mm
Vauxhall Corsa1,433mm-142mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,060 mm | 4,060 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm | 1,765 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | Not available | 1,960 mm |
| Height | 1,575 mm | 1,433 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 | 635 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 362 L (better) | 267 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1081 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 0 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 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Vauxhall Corsa
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Kia EV2 Air |  Vauxhall Corsa YES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.06m | 4.06m |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.76m-35mm |
| Width (mirrors) | Not available | 1.96m |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.43m-142mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.56m | 2.54m-27mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 362L (better) | 267L |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1081L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.02m (better) | 10.7m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,469kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 61kWh (better) | 50kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 281 mi (better) | 221 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW (better) | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £27,995 | £27,505 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £24,245 (-£3,750) (better) | £26,005 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 2024+ |
* 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 | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 281 miles (better) | 221 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 234 miles (better) | 149 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 160 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 61 kWh (better) | 46 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec | 8.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Torque | 250 Nm (better) | 205 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Kia EV2
Air
Vauxhall Corsa
YES 100kW
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Kia EV2
All 3 videos
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
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Compare with petrol or diesel
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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 - Vauxhall Corsa YES 100kW
Tested 2019
Adult Occupant84%
Child Occupant86%
Vulnerable Road Users66%
Safety Assist69%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | Vauxhall CorsaYES 100kW |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 7 years | 8 years (better) |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Kia EV2
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Vauxhall Corsa
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Kia EV2
No active listings.
Vauxhall Corsa
- £10,9742022Car360View
- £12,6952023Drive GreenView
- £9,7952020Drive GreenView
Frequently asked questions
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Kia EV2 or the Vauxhall Corsa?
The Vauxhall Corsa is £490 cheaper to buy. The Kia EV2 is cheaper to charge, roughly £144 a year versus £176 for the Vauxhall Corsa, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Vauxhall Corsa comes out roughly £330 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 Vauxhall Corsa like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 234 miles for the Kia EV2 and 149 miles for the Vauxhall Corsa - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Kia EV2 goes roughly 85 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Kia EV2 or the Vauxhall Corsa?
The Vauxhall Corsa 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 Vauxhall Corsa 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 Vauxhall Corsa?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Kia EV2 and 84% for the Vauxhall Corsa. 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 Vauxhall Corsa 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 .