Here at FJ Chalke in Yeovil and Mere, we are absolutely thrilled to announce that the Kia EV2 has been officially shortlisted for the final round of the prestigious 2027 Car of the Year award.
This nomination marks a historic milestone for the brand we are so proud to represent. With the EV2’s inclusion, Kia has become the very first Asian manufacturer to reach six consecutive Car of the Year finals - an incredible streak that began when the EV6 took home the ultimate prize in 2022.
Designed and Built for Our Roads
For our customers across Somerset, Dorset, and Wiltshire, the EV2 is the perfect compact electric SUV. As the new entry point to Kia's dedicated EV line-up, it brings the advanced technology, connectivity, and spaciousness usually reserved for larger vehicles into a highly accessible, compact package.
Because it was developed and built entirely in Europe (at Kia's manufacturing facility in Slovakia), it has been explicitly tailored for European roads. For local drivers navigating everything from the A303 to quiet country lanes, the EV2 delivers an exceptionally calm ride. Its bespoke noise, vibration, and harshness (NVH) package features acoustic tyres and laminated acoustic glass to keep road and wind noise to an absolute minimum.
Proven Dependability in the Real World
We know that real-world range is a top priority for our customers. The EV2 has already proven its capabilities in the NAF El Prix - the world’s largest independent EV range test.
During summer testing, the Standard Range EV2 actually exceeded its official WLTP figure by over 5 per cent, covering 325 kilometres (approx. 201 miles), while a Long-Range 'GT-Line' prototype achieved an impressive 428 kilometres (approx. 265 miles). It also proved its resilience in extreme winter testing, meaning it will comfortably handle the chilliest South West winter mornings.
Experience the EV2 Today
The EV2 is now the ninth Kia model to be shortlisted for this highly coveted award, proudly carrying the baton passed down by the EV6, Niro, EV9, EV3, and EV4. The 2027 Car of the Year winner will be announced on 8 January 2027, and the whole team at FJ Chalke will be keeping our fingers crossed.
The award-nominated Kia EV2 is available now. We invite you to visit our showrooms in Yeovil or Mere to experience its refinement, technology, and space for yourself. Get in touch with our friendly teams today to book your test drive.