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Kia EV2 vs Nissan Micra
Selected trimAirChange trim281 mi · 61 kWh · £27,995
Selected trimEngage 40kWhChange trim196 mi · 40 kWh · £22,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Kia EV2 leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs, while the Nissan Micra leads on value for money and family practicality.
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 need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Nissan Micra 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
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Kia EV2 leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueNissan
Kia
5.1
Nissan
6.2
Motorway RangeKia
Kia
5.5
Nissan
3.6
FamilyNissan
Kia
2.1
Nissan
6.1
ChargingKia
Kia
4.8
Nissan
4.2
Cost Per MileKia
Kia
8.3
Nissan
6.9
City Driving
Kia
8.8
Nissan
8.9
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £27,995 | £22,995 (better) |
| Official range | 281 miles (better) | 196 miles |
| Boot space | 362 L (better) | 326 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec | 9 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Kia EV2
Nissan Micra
Length
Kia EV24,060mm-24mm
Nissan Micra4,084mm
Width
Kia EV21,800mm
Nissan Micra1,780mm-20mm
Height
Kia EV21,575mm
Nissan Micra1,530mm-45mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,060 mm | 4,084 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm | 1,780 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,575 mm | 1,530 mm |
| Turning circle | 10 m (better) | 10.2 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare | 620 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 362 L (better) | 326 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 32 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Nissan Micra
- Uses 143 Wh/km on the WLTP cycle, more efficient than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
- One of 32 of 232 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Kia EV2 Air |  Nissan Micra Engage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.06m | 4.08m+24mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.78m-20mm |
| Height | 1.57m | 1.53m-45mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.56m | 2.58m+15mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 362L (better) | 326L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.02m (better) | 10.2m |
| Kerb Weight | Not available | 1,400kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 61kWh (better) | 40kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 281 mi (better) | 196 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 150kW (better) | 80kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £27,995 | £22,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £24,245 (-£3,750) | £21,495 (-£1,500) (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2026+ | 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 | Kia EV2Air | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 281 miles (better) | 196 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 234 miles (better) | 137 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 150 kW (better) | 80 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| Energy consumption | Not available | 143 Wh/km |
| Usable battery capacity | 61 kWh (better) | 40 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 9.5 sec | 9 sec (better) |
| Power | 100 kW (better) | 90 kW |
| Torque | 250 Nm (better) | 225 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Kia EV2
Air
Nissan Micra
Engage 40kWh
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Kia EV2
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Prices & deals
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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 - Nissan Micra Engage 40kWh
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant80%
Child Occupant80%
Vulnerable Road Users77%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Kia EV2Air | Nissan MicraEngage 40kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 7 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Kia EV2
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Nissan Micra
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Frequently asked questions
Is the Kia EV2 worth the extra £5,000 over the Nissan Micra?
The Kia EV2 costs £5,000 more than the Nissan Micra. For that premium it adds 85 miles more WLTP range and 70 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 Kia EV2 or the Nissan Micra?
The Nissan Micra is £5,000 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 Nissan Micra comes out roughly £4,920 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 Nissan Micra like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 234 miles for the Kia EV2 and 137 miles for the Nissan Micra - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Kia EV2 goes roughly 97 miles further between charging stops.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Kia EV2 or the Nissan Micra?
The two are within 20 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 620 mm of total clearance for the Nissan Micra and about 600 mm of total clearance for the Kia EV2.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Kia EV2 or the Nissan Micra?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Kia EV2 and 90% for the Nissan Micra. That gives the Nissan Micra a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Nissan Micra's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Kia EV2's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .