Audi has resurrected the A2 nameplate with the A2 e‑tron, an entry‑level EV that promises over 400 miles of WLTP range and a record‑low 12.8 kWh/100 km energy consumption, positioning it as the brand’s most efficient model yet at a starting price near $45,000.
Audi A2 e‑tron sets new efficiency benchmark
The revived A2 e‑tron pairs a compact three‑door silhouette with a 77 kWh lithium‑ion pack delivering a WLTP‑certified 400‑mile range. Its consumption of just 12.8 kWh per 100 km translates to an equivalent of 0.13 kg CO₂ per kilometre, making it the most frugal series‑production Audi. Power comes from a single‑speed permanent‑magnet motor producing 150 kW (201 hp) and 310 Nm of torque, while the chassis retains the original A2’s lightweight aluminium construction, now reinforced for electric loads. Production is slated for the Ingolstadt plant in early 2027, with European deliveries expected later that year.
Source: Electrek
Kia expands GT electric family with EV3, EV4 and EV5
Kia’s latest GT trio—EV3 GT, EV4 GT, and EV5 GT—covers the spectrum from a low‑slung hatchback to a three‑row SUV, delivering performance‑focused powertrains across its lineup. The EV3 GT, built on the EV6 platform, pushes 300 kW (402 hp) and 550 Nm, while the larger EV4 GT adds a dual‑motor setup for 350 kW (469 hp). The flagship EV5 GT, a three‑row SUV, combines 380 kW (509 hp) with a 100 kWh battery, offering up to 350 miles of range. Prices start at €68,000 for the EV3 GT and climb to €95,000 for the EV5 GT, reflecting Kia’s strategy to democratise high‑performance electric driving.
Source: Electrek
Ford’s Fathom platform to underpin Fiesta‑sized electric hatchback
Ford’s newly unveiled Universal Electric Vehicle (UEV) architecture, first showcased in the midsize Fathom pickup, will also serve a sub‑compact hatchback roughly the size of a Fiesta. The platform supports rear‑ or all‑wheel‑drive layouts, a modular 50‑kWh to 80‑kWh battery pack, and a target price below $30,000 before destination charges. By leveraging a high‑energy‑density NCM chemistry, the upcoming hatchback aims for a 300‑mile WLTP range while delivering a cabin volume that rivals the Toyota RAV‑4. Production is scheduled for 2027 at the Michigan Assembly Plant, with a focus on global markets where affordable EVs are in high demand.
Source: Jalopnik
Dacia Spring re‑launch hits UK market under £18k
Dacia has re‑engineered its Spring city car into a four‑seat EV priced just under £18,000, delivering a 155‑mile WLTP range on a 45 kWh battery. The rapid 16‑month development cycle—faster than any recent Renault Group model—underscores the brand’s commitment to ultra‑affordable electrification. The new Spring shares its underpinnings with the Renault Twingo, featuring a rear‑mounted motor delivering 70 kW (94 hp) and a modest 210 Nm of torque, sufficient for urban cruising. It marks the first of four Dacia EVs slated for release by 2030, with electric versions of the Sandero, Duster, and a larger “Bigster” on the horizon.
Source: Autocar
