Kia EV2 Range Hits 310km in Extreme Cold at Global EV Winter Test

The upcoming Kia EV2 has showcased impressive real-world performance in extreme winter conditions, achieving 310.6km in sub-zero temperatures - within 25% of its WLTP range at the Norwegian El Prix.

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  Kia EV2 Delivers Strong Range in Sub-Zero Conditions

  Tested in temperatures as low as -21°C in Norway’s mountainous Jotunheimen region, the Kia EV2 ‘GT-line’ prototype covered 310.6 kilometres over more than five hours of real-world driving. The result places the EV2 within 25% of its targeted WLTP range, outperforming several production electric vehicles tested under the same conditions.

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  Charging Performance in Extreme Conditions

  Despite the harsh sub-zero temperatures, the Kia EV2 also demonstrated strong charging performance. Using DC fast charging, the prototype charged from 10% to 80% in just 36 minutes - only six minutes longer than official figures under ideal conditions. This highlights the EV2’s reliable everyday usability, even in demanding winter climates.

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  Advanced Platform and Battery Technology

  The Kia EV2 is built on Kia’s 400V Electric-Global Modular Platform (E-GMP), supporting 11kW and 22kW AC charging alongside rapid DC fast charging capabilities. The tested prototype was equipped with a 61.0kWh long-range battery, with a targeted WLTP range of up to 448 kilometres, or 413 kilometres for the ‘GT-line’ variant with 19-inch wheels.

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  Combining strong real-world range, fast charging capability and reliable cold-weather performance, the Kia EV2 is set to be a competitive option in the growing electric vehicle market.