Hyundai INSTER or Kia EV2?
What are the main differences between the Hyundai INSTER and the Kia EV2?
Per model, the figures across all versions: the from-price of the cheapest version and the span of the rest. A dash means no official source confirms the value.
Hyundai INSTER
- From-price
- €24,495 (price list 19 October 2026)
- Body type
- SUV
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Range (WLTP)
- 303–370 km
- Power
- 71.1–84.5 kW
- Fast charging 10-80 % (quickest version)
- 30 min
- Boot space
- 280 litres
- Euro NCAP
- 4 of 5 stars (2025)
- Versions in the price list
- 11
Kia EV2
- From-price
- €27,595 (price list March 2026)
- Body type
- SUV
- Powertrain
- Electric
- Range (WLTP)
- 308–453 km
- Power
- 100–108 kW
- Fast charging 10-80 % (quickest version)
- 29 min
- Boot space
- 362 litres (VDA)
- Euro NCAP
- 5 of 5 stars (2026)
- Versions in the price list
- 9
How do the versions of the Hyundai INSTER and the Kia EV2 compare?
The cheapest version of each model side by side, plus the version our review calls the best pick when that is a different one. Rows where the values differ are marked “differs”.
| Feature | Hyundai INSTER INSTER 42 kWh E-Motion (4-zits) | Hyundai INSTER INSTER 49 kWh E-Motion (4-zits) | Kia EV2 EV2 42,2 kWh Essential | Kia EV2 EV2 61 kWh Air |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Price | ||||
| List pricediffersBrand price list, date with each price. Source: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | €24,495Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · price list 19 October 2026 | €26,195Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · price list 19 October 2026 | €27,595Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · price list March 2026 | €33,595Drive-away price: includes the delivery costs · price list March 2026 |
| Fiscal value (company-car tax)differsList price incl. VAT and BPM. Source: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | €23,625 | €25,325 | €26,645 | €32,645 |
| Specifications | ||||
| PowertrainFrom the version’s price list. Source: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | Electric, Front-wheel drive | Electric, Front-wheel drive | Electric, Front-wheel drive | Electric, Front-wheel drive |
| PowerdiffersSource: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | 71.1 kW (97 hp) | 84.5 kW (115 hp) | 108 kW (147 hp) | 100 kW (135 hp) |
| 0-100 km/hdiffersSource: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | 11.7 s | 10.6 s | 8.5 s | 9.5 s |
| Range or consumption (WLTP)differsSource: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | 327 km14.3 kWh/100 km | 370 km14.9 kWh/100 km | 312 km15.4 kWh/100 km | 453 km14.9 kWh/100 km |
| Battery capacity (net)No confirmed source | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source |
| AC chargingSource: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | 11 kW | 11 kW | 11 kW | 11 kW |
| DC fast charging (max.)differsSource: Hyundai Motor Nederland, consulted 26 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | 73 kW | not confirmed in an official source | 115 kW | 115 kW |
| Fast charging 10-80 %differsSource: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | 30 min | 30 min | 29 min | 30 min |
| Kerb weightdiffersSource: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; RDW Open Data, consulted 26 October 2026 | 1,380 kg | 1,410 kg | 1,615 kg | 1,630 kg |
| Towing capacity (braked)differsSource: Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | not confirmed in an official source | not confirmed in an official source | 0 kg | 750 kg |
| Boot spacediffersSource: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | 280 l | 280 l | 362 l | 362 l |
| Dimensions (l × w × h)differsSource: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | 3,825 × 1,610 × 1,575 mm | 3,825 × 1,610 × 1,575 mm | 4,060 × 1,800 × 1,575 mm | 4,060 × 1,800 × 1,575 mm |
| Euro NCAPdiffersEuro NCAP, with the test year. Source: Euro NCAP, consulted 26 October 2026; Euro NCAP, 12 October 2026 | 4 of 5 stars (2025) | 4 of 5 stars (2025) | 5 of 5 stars (2026) | 5 of 5 stars (2026) |
| Costs (computed) | ||||
| Company-car tax per month (gross)differsComputed: 2026 rules (Belastingdienst), first admission 2026-10-27, no income, on the fiscal value above. Source: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | €354€4,253 a year on €23,625 | €380€4,559 a year on €25,325 | €400€4,796 a year on €26,645 | €498€5,982 a year on €32,645 |
| Road tax per quarterdiffersComputed: 2026 rates on kerb weight (Belastingdienst, since 1 July 2026), lowest to highest province. Source: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; RDW Open Data, consulted 26 October 2026 | €139 – €152all provinces, 2026 | €139 – €152all provinces, 2026 | €177 – €193all provinces, 2026 | €177 – €193all provinces, 2026 |
| Electricity or fuel per 100 kmdiffersComputed: WLTP consumption (highest value) × home 2026-09 (electricity) or Euro95 2026-10-19 (CBS). Source: Hyundai Motor Netherlands, 19 October 2026; Kia Nederland B.V., consulted 26 October 2026 | €3.7114.3 kWh/100 km | €3.8714.9 kWh/100 km | €4.0015.4 kWh/100 km | €3.8714.9 kWh/100 km |
When do you choose the Hyundai INSTER and when the Kia EV2?
Choose the Hyundai INSTER if…
- you want a small electric car for town and regional use, with an entry price from €24,495 (ANWB calls the entry price affordable);
- you travel with up to four people and like a flexible interior with a sliding rear bench;
- low energy use matters to you (14.3 to 15.6 kWh/100 km per the price list).
Choose the Kia EV2 if…
- you want a small electric car with, according to ANWB, a good range (up to 453 km WLTP with the 61 kWh battery)
- you value composed ride comfort and a quiet cabin (ANWB)
- you are considering the four-seat version with a sliding rear bench: Autozine calls it very roomy
These lists come from our own review of each model (compiled with the help of AI from the sources listed, facts checked automatically; we have not driven the cars). They are not a verdict on which of the two is better.
What do the Hyundai INSTER and the Kia EV2 cost per month?
Example scenario: 5 years, 15,000 km a year, the cheapest version of each
In an example scenario of 5 years and 15,000 km a year, the Hyundai INSTER costs per month: electricity about €46 (WLTP consumption 14.3 kWh/100 km, €0.26 per kWh (home, CBS 2026-09)) and road tax €51 – €56 depending on the province, together €97 – €102 a month. That excludes depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance.
In an example scenario of 5 years and 15,000 km a year, the Kia EV2 costs per month: electricity about €50 (WLTP consumption 15.4 kWh/100 km, €0.26 per kWh (home, CBS 2026-09)) and road tax €65 – €71 depending on the province, together €115 – €121 a month. That excludes depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance.
| Model | Electricity or fuel | Road tax | Together (excl. depreciation, insurance, maintenance) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Hyundai INSTERINSTER 42 kWh E-Motion (4-zits) | €46 | €51 – €56 | €97 – €102 |
| Kia EV2EV2 42,2 kWh Essential | €50 | €65 – €71 | €115 – €121 |
Not included: depreciation, interest, insurance and maintenance (those depend on you); a missing consumption or weight shows as a dash.
Frequently asked questions
What do the Hyundai INSTER and the Kia EV2 cost?
The Hyundai INSTER costs from €24,495 (price list 19 October 2026) and the Kia EV2 from €27,595 (price list March 2026).
Which goes further, the Hyundai INSTER or the Kia EV2?
According to WLTP the Hyundai INSTER manages 303–370 km and the Kia EV2 308–453 km. The Kia EV2 goes the furthest.
How big is the boot of the Hyundai INSTER and the Kia EV2?
The boot of the Hyundai INSTER holds 280 litres and the Kia EV2 362 litres (VDA). The measuring methods differ, so the figures are not like for like.
Which charges faster, the Hyundai INSTER or the Kia EV2?
Fast charging from 10 to 80 % takes from 30 min in the Hyundai INSTER and from 29 min in the Kia EV2 (quickest version).
How safe are the Hyundai INSTER and the Kia EV2 according to Euro NCAP?
The Hyundai INSTER scored 4 of 5 stars (2025 test) and the Kia EV2 5 of 5 stars (2026 test). The test years differ.
Where can you read more about the Hyundai INSTER and the Kia EV2?
- All versions and specifications of the Hyundai INSTER
- All versions and specifications of the Kia EV2
- Our review of the Hyundai INSTER
- Our review of the Kia EV2
- Pick and compare versions yourself
Other comparisons
Sources
- RDW (Open Data): Gekentekende voertuigen: nieuwe Hyundai personenauto's 2026 per handelsbenaming (SoQL-query) (checked on 26 October 2026)
- Hyundai Motor Netherlands: Hyundai INSTER - Prijslijst per 19 oktober 2026 (MPIINSTER2610) (document date 19 October 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
- Hyundai Motor Nederland: Hyundai INSTER modelpagina (checked on 26 October 2026)
- Euro NCAP: Hyundai INSTER - Datasheet 2025 (linked from Euro NCAP newsroom page s27) (checked on 26 October 2026)
- Kia Nederland B.V.: De Kia EV2. Prijslijst maart 2026. (code ZK601EV2090JUN26, MY27.02) (checked on 26 October 2026)
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen: nieuwe Kia personenauto's per handelsbenaming, 2026 t/m 2026-10-24 (checked on 26 October 2026)
- RDW Open Data: Gekentekende voertuigen: nieuwe EV2 2026 met catalogusprijs gelijk aan fiscale waarden uit de prijslijst (checked on 26 October 2026)
- Euro NCAP: Kia EV2 2026 Safety Rating - 5 stars (document date 12 October 2026, checked on 26 October 2026)
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