USA EV Comparison: Volvo EX30 Single Motor vs Kia Soul EV Long Range

While both vehicles are currently in production, they are not sold in the United States.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

While the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 kW, while the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) maxes out at 77 kW.

The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (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.

The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) is rear-wheel drive, while the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) offers a front-wheel drive system.

The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 60 mph.

The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) has a wider body, offering a more shoulder room, while the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) stands taller for a more elevated driving position. Despite these differences, their lengths are nearly identical.

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…), but the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) doesn’t have one.

The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 2205 lb, whereas the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is not officially rated for towing in the US.