USA EV Comparison: Kia Soul EV Long Range vs Honda eNy1 Electric
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General Info
While both vehicles are currently in production, they are not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Honda eNy1 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Japan |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| GCC Score | 5.6 | 5.9 |
Range and Efficiency
The Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Honda eNy1 (2023-…).
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Honda eNy1 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 243 mi | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 281 mi | 256 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 235 mi | 217 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 67.5 kWh | 68.8 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 61.9 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 27.2 kWh/100 mi | 28.5 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.67 mi/kWh | 3.51 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.8 | 6.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Honda eNy1 (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 78 kW, while the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) maxes out at 77 kW.
The Honda eNy1 (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Honda eNy1 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 77 kW | 78 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.5 | 5.7 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Honda eNy1 (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-60 mph time.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Honda eNy1 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 291 lb-ft | 229 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 7.6 s | 7.3 s |
| Top Speed | 104 mph | 99 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.8 | 3.5 |
Dimensions
The Honda eNy1 (2023-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Honda eNy1 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 165.2 in | 172.7 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 79.8 in |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 70.9 in | 70.5 in |
| Height | 63.2 in | 62.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 102.6 in |
Cargo and Towing
The Honda eNy1 (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in the US.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Honda eNy1 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 3876 lb | 3814 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 11.1 ft3 | 12.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 47.3 ft3 | 41.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 5.6 |
