USA EV Comparison: Kia Soul EV Standard Range vs Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro
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General Info
While the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is currently produced, it is not offered for sale in the United States. The Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-… | 2020-2022 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Belgium, China |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| GCC Score | 5.1 | 5.9 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…).
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 171 mi | 217 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 146 mi | 173 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 42 kWh | 71 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 39.2 kWh | 64.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 26.8 kWh/100 mi | 37.4 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.72 mi/kWh | 2.67 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.5 | 3.7 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 120 kW, while the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) maxes out at 44 kW.
The Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 44 kW | 120 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 4 | 5.9 |
Performance
The Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is front-wheel drive, while the Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | IM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 230 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 308 hp |
| Motor Torque | 291 lb-ft | 398 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 9.5 s | 6.5 s |
| Top Speed | 97 mph | 118 mph |
| Performance Score | 3 | 4.8 |
Dimensions
The Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…).
The Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 165.2 in | 193 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 86.2 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 70.9 in | 76.2 in |
| Height | 63.2 in | 63.6 in |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 115.3 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022), but the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) doesn’t have one.
The Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) has a towing capacity of up to 4000 lb, whereas the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 3549 lb | 5401 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 11.1 ft3 | 21.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 47.3 ft3 | 58.4 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 2.1 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 4000 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 7.6 |
