Kia Soul EV Standard Range vs Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range

Both vehicles are currently in production. The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) has a starting price of $32675, while the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is not sold in the United States.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 75 kW, while the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) maxes out at 44 kW.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) 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.

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

Although the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) has more power, the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…).

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) 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 Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…), but the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) doesn’t have one.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 661 lb, whereas the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.