USA EV Comparison: Kia Soul EV Standard Range vs Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive (2023-…) has a starting price of $79990, while the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is not sold in the United States.
The Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is a SUV, whereas the Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive (2023-…) is a Pickup.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | Pickup |
| Market Availability | EU | USA |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $79990 |
| Price USA (Used) | - Price USA (Used) | $70000 |
| GCC Score | 5.1 | 8.1 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive (2023-…) 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 | Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 340 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 171 mi | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 146 mi | 323 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 42 kWh | 122.4 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 39.2 kWh | 117 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 26.8 kWh/100 mi | 36.2 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.72 mi/kWh | 2.76 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.4 | 6.9 |
Charging
The Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive (2023-…) features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 325 kW, while the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) maxes out at 44 kW.
The Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11.5 kW, whereas the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 11.5 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 44 kW | 325 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | Tesla (NACS) |
| Charging Score | 4 | 8.9 |
Performance
The Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is front-wheel drive, while the Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive (2023-…) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | IM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 450 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 603 hp |
| Motor Torque | 291 lb-ft | 525 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 9.5 s | 4.1 s |
| Top Speed | 97 mph | 112 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 6.1 |
Dimensions
The Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive (2023-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
The Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 165.2 in | 223.7 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 95 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 70.9 in | 80 in |
| Height | 63.2 in | 70.7 in |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 143.1 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive (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 Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive (2023-…), but the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) doesn’t have one.
The Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 11000 lb, whereas the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Tesla Cybertruck All-Wheel Drive |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 3549 lb | 6634 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 11.1 ft3 | 56.2 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 47.3 ft3 | 120.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 7.1 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 11000 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 10 |
