Kia EV2 vs Renault 4 E-Tech

Side-by-Side Specs

Charging Speed

The Kia EV2 has the higher published DC charging figure at 115 kW, which is roughly 14% higher than the Renault 4 E-Tech at 101 kW. In practice, that figure only tells part of the story. The charging curve, battery temperature, and state of charge all affect how quickly your car actually charges.

For the published fast-charge window, the Kia EV2 is listed at about 30 minutes, which is 1 minutes quicker than the Renault 4 E-Tech at 31 minutes. On a road trip, that difference adds up over multiple stops.

Range and Efficiency

The Kia EV2 has a WLTP rated range of approximately 453 km, which is roughly 44 km more than the Renault 4 E-Tech at approximately 409 km. WLTP is a standardized lab test. Expect your actual range to be lower, varying with speed, weather, terrain, and driving style.

Efficiency matters more than battery size for daily driving costs. The Renault 4 E-Tech consumes 151 Wh/km, compared to 171 Wh/km for the Kia EV2. That means the Renault 4 E-Tech uses less energy per kilometer, which translates to lower charging costs and fewer charging stops on longer drives.

A more efficient car does not always mean more range. Battery size plays a role too. The Kia EV2 has approximately 58 kWh of useable battery , while the Renault 4 E-Tech has approximately 52 kWh.

Which One Should You Choose?

If fast charging is your priority, the Kia EV2 has the higher published DC figure (up to 115 kW) and the shorter published charge time at approximately 30 minutes. For long road trips, published stop time matters more than the headline kW number alone.

For AC charging (home wallboxes, workplace chargers, and public street chargers), the Kia EV2 supports up to 11 kW (22 kW optional), compared to up to 11 kW for the Renault 4 E-Tech. In Europe, many public chargers are 22 kW AC, so this difference can matter at those locations if the higher AC figure is fitted on the car you buy.

If you mostly charge at home or at work and care more about daily driving costs, the Renault 4 E-Tech is the more efficient choice at 151 Wh/km. Lower consumption means lower electricity bills over time.

For maximum range between charges, the Kia EV2 has a WLTP rated range of approximately 453 km, which is roughly 44 km more. Both are capable EVs. The best choice depends on how you charge and how far you drive.