Quick Takeaways
- Two new battery options and fast-charging capability make Kia EV2 a practical, affordable entry into electric SUVs.
- Kia also used the Brussels Motor Show 2026 to expand its GT performance EV lineup across multiple SUV segments.
On January 9, Kia officially introduced the Kia EV2 Electric B-Segment SUV at the Brussels Motor Show 2026, positioning it as the brand’s most affordable entry into its rapidly growing electric vehicle portfolio. The new model strengthens Kia’s strategy to expand access to battery-electric mobility across compact SUV segments worldwide.
The Kia EV2 Electric B-Segment SUV will be manufactured at Kia’s Žilina production facility in Slovakia, with production starting in February 2026 for the standard-range version. Long-range and GT-Line variants are scheduled to follow from June 2026, while detailed market launch timelines will be announced closer to sales commencement.
Kia EV2 Electric B-Segment SUV production and variants
The phased production plan allows Kia to address different customer needs and price points from the start of the rollout. Initial availability will focus on the most affordable configuration, followed by higher-range and sport-styled versions.
Kia EV2 Electric B-Segment SUV battery and charging
The Kia EV2 Electric B-Segment SUV is offered with two battery configurations designed to balance range, efficiency, and cost. Both versions use a 400-volt electrical platform and support fast DC charging, enabling quick recharging during longer journeys.
This setup makes the EV2 suitable for daily commuting as well as extended urban and regional travel, enhancing its appeal as a practical electric SUV.
Kia expands its GT electric lineup
Alongside the EV2, Kia also revealed three new high-performance electric models at the Brussels Motor Show 2026: the EV3 GT, EV4 GT, and EV5 GT. These vehicles represent Kia’s growing emphasis on performance-focused electric mobility across multiple segments.
The EV3 GT and EV4 GT feature a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system producing 215 kW, paired with an 81.4 kWh battery. The EV5 GT extends Kia’s GT performance philosophy into the C-SUV category, targeting customers seeking both sporty driving and electric efficiency.
Production of the EV3 GT, EV4 GT, and EV5 GT is scheduled to begin in the second quarter of 2026, further strengthening Kia’s electric vehicle lineup across compact and mid-size SUV classes.
The Kia EV2 Electric B-Segment SUV will be manufactured at Kia’s Žilina production facility in Slovakia, with production starting in February 2026 for the standard-range version. Long-range and GT-Line variants are scheduled to follow from June 2026, while detailed market launch timelines will be announced closer to sales commencement.
Kia EV2 Electric B-Segment SUV production and variants
The phased production plan allows Kia to address different customer needs and price points from the start of the rollout. Initial availability will focus on the most affordable configuration, followed by higher-range and sport-styled versions.
- Standard-range Kia EV2 begins production in February 2026
- Long-range and GT-Line variants enter production from June 2026
- All versions are built at Kia’s Slovakia manufacturing hub
Kia EV2 Electric B-Segment SUV battery and charging
The Kia EV2 Electric B-Segment SUV is offered with two battery configurations designed to balance range, efficiency, and cost. Both versions use a 400-volt electrical platform and support fast DC charging, enabling quick recharging during longer journeys.
- 42.2 kWh battery delivering up to 317 km of driving range
- 61.0 kWh battery delivering up to 448 km of driving range
- DC fast charging from 10 percent to 80 percent in about 29–30 minutes
This setup makes the EV2 suitable for daily commuting as well as extended urban and regional travel, enhancing its appeal as a practical electric SUV.
Kia expands its GT electric lineup
Alongside the EV2, Kia also revealed three new high-performance electric models at the Brussels Motor Show 2026: the EV3 GT, EV4 GT, and EV5 GT. These vehicles represent Kia’s growing emphasis on performance-focused electric mobility across multiple segments.
The EV3 GT and EV4 GT feature a dual-motor all-wheel-drive system producing 215 kW, paired with an 81.4 kWh battery. The EV5 GT extends Kia’s GT performance philosophy into the C-SUV category, targeting customers seeking both sporty driving and electric efficiency.
Production of the EV3 GT, EV4 GT, and EV5 GT is scheduled to begin in the second quarter of 2026, further strengthening Kia’s electric vehicle lineup across compact and mid-size SUV classes.
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