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Citroën ë-C4 (2021-2024) vs Kia EV2
Selected trim50kWh 136 · 2021-24Change trim217 mi · 50 kWh · £32,180
Selected trimAirChange trim281 mi · 61 kWh · £27,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Citroën ë-C4 leads on family practicality, while the Kia EV2 leads on motorway range, running costs and city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Citroën ë-C4 (2021-2024) if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
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
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Kia EV2 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
Value
Citroën
5
Kia
5.1
Too close to call
Motorway RangeKia
Citroën
3.7
Kia
5.5
FamilyCitroën
Citroën
6.5
Kia
2.1
Charging
Citroën
5
Kia
4.8
Too close to call
Cost Per MileKia
Citroën
5.1
Kia
8.3
City DrivingKia
Citroën
6.9
Kia
8.8
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Kia EV2
Air
- £4,185 cheaper
- 64 miles more WLTP range
- 50 kW faster rapid charging
- 0.9 m tighter turning circle
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C450kWh 136 (2021-24) | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £32,180 | £27,995 (better) |
| Official range | 217 miles | 281 miles (better) |
| Boot space | 380 L (better) | 362 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 30 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 10 sec | 9.5 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Citroën ë-C4
Kia EV2
Length
Citroën ë-C44,355mm
Kia EV24,060mm-295mm
Width
Citroën ë-C41,800mm
Kia EV21,800mm
Height
Citroën ë-C41,520mm-55mm
Kia EV21,575mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C450kWh 136 (2021-24) | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,355 mm | 4,060 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Height | 1,520 mm | 1,575 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.9 m | 10 m (better) |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare | 600 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C450kWh 136 (2021-24) | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 380 L (better) | 362 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1250 L | Not available |
| Frunk | 0 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Citroën ë-C4
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
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 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Citroën ë-C4 50kWh 136 (2021-24) |  Kia EV2 Air |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.36m | 4.06m-295mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.80m |
| Height | 1.52m | 1.57m+55mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.67m | 2.56m-105mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 380L (better) | 362L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1250L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.9m | 10.02m (better) |
| Kerb Weight | 1,571kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 50kWh | 61kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 217 mi | 281 mi (better) |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW | 150kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £32,180 | £27,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £32,180 (not eligible) | £24,245 (-£3,750) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2021–2024 | 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 | Citroën ë-C450kWh 136 (2021-24) | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 217 miles | 281 miles (better) |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 156 miles | 234 miles (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 30 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW | 150 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 7.4 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Energy consumption | 153 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 46 kWh | 61 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Citroën ë-C450kWh 136 (2021-24) | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 10 sec | 9.5 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Torque | 260 Nm (better) | 250 Nm |
| 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.
Citroën ë-C4
50kWh 136 (2021-24)
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Kia EV2
Air
Watch the reviews
Watch selected video reviews here, or visit each model page for the full collection.
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
Compare purchase price, energy, road tax and maintenance with a petrol or diesel alternative.
Calculate company-car tax
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Citroën ë-C4 50kWh 136 (2021-24)
Tested 2021
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant83%
Vulnerable Road Users57%
Safety Assist63%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
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 | Citroën ë-C450kWh 136 (2021-24) | Kia EV2Air |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years (better) | 7 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
Buying options
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Citroën ë-C4
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Kia EV2
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Citroën ë-C4
- £12,3522022Car360View
Kia EV2
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Citroën ë-C4 worth the extra £4,185 over the Kia EV2?
The Citroën ë-C4 costs £4,185 more than the Kia EV2. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Kia EV2 is not just cheaper - it also offers 64 miles more WLTP range and 50 kW faster peak rapid charging. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Kia EV2 comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Citroën ë-C4 or the Kia EV2?
The Kia EV2 is £4,185 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £144 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Kia EV2 comes out roughly £4,305 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Citroën ë-C4 and Kia EV2 like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 156 miles for the Citroën ë-C4 and 234 miles for the Kia EV2 - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Kia EV2 goes roughly 78 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Citroën ë-C4 or the Kia EV2?
The two are within 0 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 600 mm of total clearance for the Citroën ë-C4 and about 600 mm of total clearance for the Kia EV2. The Kia EV2 also turns in a 0.9 m tighter circle, which helps with U-turns and multi-storey ramps.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Citroën ë-C4 or the Kia EV2?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Citroën ë-C4 and 84% for the Kia EV2. 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 Citroën ë-C4 has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the Kia EV2.
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Data accuracy
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