Kia EV2 Achieves Best-in-Class Result in Norway’s Summer Electric Vehicle Test
The new Kia EV2 demonstrated impressive performance and efficiency in the NAF El Prix, the world’s largest independent electric vehicle test. During the summer test organized by the Norwegian Automobile Federation (NAF), the Kia EV2 exceeded its official WLTP figures, reinforcing its position at the top of the compact electric vehicle segment. In the Oslo-based test, the vehicle achieved results more than five percent above the manufacturer’s claimed range, delivering greater real-world driving range than expected
During the test, the Kia EV2 Standard Range equipped with a 42.2 kWh battery covered a total distance of 325 kilometers. This result surpassed its official combined WLTP range of 308 kilometers by 17 kilometers. Achieving 105.5 percent of its WLTP rating, the EV2 ranked first among compact and mid-size electric vehicles, demonstrating the maturity of Kia’s electric vehicle technology.
Under the same conditions — dry roads and temperatures between 12 and 18 degrees Celsius — a Kia EV2 GT-Line prototype with a longer-range battery also participated. Equipped with 19-inch wheels, the EV2 GT-Line covered 428 kilometers. The target range was 418 kilometers, meaning the vehicle achieved 102 percent of its expected result. While prototype results are not included in the official rankings, the test confirmed the capability of the production model.
In Norway’s winter test, the EV2 GT-Line covered 310.6 kilometers in record-cold conditions. Its consistent and reliable performance in both summer and winter highlights the quality of Kia’s engineering and the durability of its battery systems. These independent results provide confidence that Kia delivers on its promises even in challenging climates where many EVs experience reduced efficiency.
Pablo Martinez Masip, Vice President of Product and Marketing at Kia Europe, stated that the result reflects the company’s customer-focused development approach. Exceeding the WLTP range confirms the EV2’s efficiency and reliability, offering drivers greater peace of mind for both daily commuting and longer journeys.
The vehicle is built on a modern 400-volt architecture designed for efficient energy use and fast charging. Under optimal conditions, DC fast charging from 10 to 80 percent takes 29 minutes for the standard-range version and 30 minutes for the long-range version. For the first time in Kia’s history, both 11 kW and 22 kW AC charging are supported from launch, making home charging more convenient.
The EV2 is the second Kia electric vehicle produced at the company’s Žilina plant in Slovakia. Until now, production focused on the 42.2 kWh battery version, while from June onwards a 61.0 kWh long-range version and the GT-Line model will also be available. Through the Kia Charge service, owners will have access to more than one million charging points across 27 European countries, making the transition to sustainable mobility easier and more accessible.
