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Suzuki Swift vs Kia EV2 comparison

Compare performance (82 HP vs 147 HP), boot space and price (17,100 £ vs 22,800 £ ) at a glance. Find out which car is the better choice for you – Suzuki Swift or Kia EV2?

Suzuki Swift vs Kia EV2: Key differences

Suzuki Swift

4.2 (4 Reviews)
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  • clearly cheaper
  • considerably lighter
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Kia EV2

3.8 (1 Reviews)
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  • substantially more power
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All details on performance, efficiency, range and trunk space can be found in the technical comparison below – including user reviews for both models.

By Achim Sedelmaier

Here’s where it gets real: The technical differences in detail

Swift

Costs and Efficiency:

When it comes to price and running costs, the biggest differences usually appear. This is often where you see which car fits your budget better in the long run.

Suzuki Swift is clearly cheaper – starting at 17,100 £ , while the Kia EV2 costs 22,800 £ . That’s a price difference of around 5,658 £.

EV2

Engine and Performance:

Under the bonnet, it becomes clear which model is tuned for sportiness and which one takes the lead when you hit the accelerator.

When it comes to engine power, the Kia EV2 offers substantially more power – delivering 147 HP compared to 82 HP. That’s roughly 65 HP more horsepower.

There’s also a difference in torque: the Kia EV2 delivers significantly more torque with 250 Nm compared to 112 Nm. That’s about 138 Nm more.

Swift

Space and Everyday Use:

Beyond pure performance, interior space and usability matter most in daily life. This is where you see which car is more practical and versatile.

Both vehicles offer seating for 5 people.

In terms of curb weight, Suzuki Swift is considerably lighter – 1,069 kg compared to 1,620 kg. The difference is around 551 kg.

When it comes to payload, the Kia EV2 carries markedly more – 475 kg compared to 296 kg. That’s a difference of about 179 kg.

Who wins the race in the data check?

The Kia EV2 is clearly superior overall in the objective data comparison.
This result only shows which model scores more points on paper – not which of the two cars feels right for you.

from £22,800
EV2

Kia EV2

  • Engine Type Electric
  • Transmission Automatic
  • Drive Type Front-Wheel Drive
  • Power HP 135 - 147 HP
  • Consumption kWh/100km 15.1 - 16.3 kWh/100km
  • Electric Range 317 - 453 km
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Suzuki Swift

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Reviews Suzuki Swift

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Kris
9 Apr 2026, 18:26:38

Superb quality, fun to drive, and every bit of well layed out kit you'll ever need.

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Costs and Consumption
Price
17,100 - 21,200 £
Price
22,800 - 31,600 £
Consumption L/100km
4.4 - 4.9 L/100km
Consumption L/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
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Consumption kWh/100km
15.1 - 16.3 kWh/100km
Electric Range
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Electric Range
317 - 453 km
Battery Capacity
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Battery Capacity
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co2
98 - 110 g/km
co2
0 g/km
Fuel tank capacity
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Fuel tank capacity
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Dimensions and Body
Body Type
Hatchback
Body Type
SUV
Seats
5
Seats
4 - 5
Doors
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Doors
-
Curb weight
1,069 - 1,145 kg
Curb weight
1,620 - 1,625 kg
Trunk capacity
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Trunk capacity
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Length
-
Length
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Width
1,735 mm
Width
1,800 mm
Height
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Height
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Max trunk capacity
-
Max trunk capacity
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Payload
282 - 296 kg
Payload
400 - 475 kg

Engine and Performance
Engine Type
Petrol MHEV
Engine Type
Electric
Transmission
Manuel, Automatic
Transmission
Automatic
Transmission Detail
Manual Gearbox, CVT
Transmission Detail
Reduction Gearbox
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive, All-Wheel Drive
Drive Type
Front-Wheel Drive
Power HP
82 HP
Power HP
135 - 147 HP
Acceleration 0-100km/h
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Acceleration 0-100km/h
8.7 - 9.7 s
Max Speed
-
Max Speed
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Torque
112 Nm
Torque
250 Nm
Number of Cylinders
3
Number of Cylinders
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Power kW
61 kW
Power kW
100 - 108 kW
Engine capacity
1,197 cm3
Engine capacity
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General
Model Year
2025
Model Year
2026
CO2 Efficiency Class
C
CO2 Efficiency Class
A
Brand
Suzuki
Brand
Kia
Is the Suzuki Swift offered with different drivetrains?

Available configurations include Front-Wheel Drive or All-Wheel Drive.

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