Kia Soul EV Long Range vs Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range
Side-by-side comparison of all specifications in imperial units (mi, lb). To see metric units (km, kg), switch website version to Global
General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production. The Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2023-…) has a starting price of $36675, while the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is not sold in the United States.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Czech Republic, India, South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available in the USA | No | Yes |
| Price USA (New) | - Price USA (New) | $36675 |
| Price USA (Used) | - Price USA (Used) | $35315 |
| GCC Score | 5.6 | 6.4 |
Range and Efficiency
The Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…).
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 243 mi | 261 mi |
| Range (WLTP) | 281 mi | 319 mi |
| Range (GCC) | 235 mi | 258 mi |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 67.5 kWh | 68.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 65.4 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 mi | 27.2 kWh/100 mi | 25.3 kWh/100 mi |
| Efficiency per kWh | 3.67 mi/kWh | 3.94 mi/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7 | 7.9 |
Charging
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 77 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 4.5 | 5.7 |
Performance
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | 1 motor: PMSM | 1 motor: PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 291 lb-ft | 188 lb-ft |
| 0-60 mph | 7.6 s | 7.5 s |
| Top Speed | 104 mph | 106 mph |
| Performance Score | 3.7 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 165.2 in | 171.5 in |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 82.6 in |
| Height | 63.2 in | 62 in |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in | 104.7 in |
Cargo and Towing
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Hyundai Kona Electric Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 3876 lb | 3759 lb |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 11.1 ft3 | 25.5 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 47.3 ft3 | 63.7 ft3 |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 1 ft3 |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 1653 lb |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 6.1 |
