Kia Soul EV Gen 1 2014-2017 - Compare Electric Car USA Specs

Q: How much cargo space does it offer? Does it have a front trunk?

Here s a breakdown of the Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) cargo space: Trunk capacity: With the rear seats up, you get 9.9 cubic feet of cargo space in the back (№133 out of 155 ranked positions, among 824 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions). Max cargo capacity: Fold down the rear seats, and you open up 31.5 cubic feet of total cargo space (№158 out of 173 ranked positions, among 824 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions). Frunk capacity: The car doesn’t have a “frunk” (front trunk).

Specifications and Dimensions

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General Info

Years of Production When the car first came out and when they stopped making it: 2014-2017 (Discontinued)

Available in the USA: Yes

Country of Manufacture Country where final assembly of the car took place

South Korea

Body Style Vehicle category based on its shape and layout: SUV

Range and Efficiency

Range Range on a full charge: EPA (USA), WLTP (EU), NEDC (EU old), GCC (Green Cars Compare): WLTP

EPA

NEDC

GCC

No Data 93 mi 147 out of 160 132 mi 42 out of 56 94 mi 231 out of 251

Battery Capacity Nominal (total energy storage), Usable (accessible portion): Nominal

Usable

30.5 kWh 142 out of 160 27 kWh 165 out of 182

Efficiency Higher efficiency means lower energy consumption: Energy/Range

Range/Energy

28.7 kWh/100 mi 76 out of 209 3.48 mi/kWh 109 out of 237

Charging

Max AC Charging: 6.6 kW 20 out of 24

Max DC Charging: 50 kW 78 out of 84

Architecture Higher voltage allows to charge faster and use less wiring: 400 V

Charge Port The port type impacts charging speed and station compatibility

CHAdeMO
Type 1 (J1772)

Performance

Drive Type Motor types: PMSM (Permanent Magnet Synchronous), IM (AC Induction), EESM (Externally Excited Synchronous): FWD 1 motor: PMSM

Motor Peak power and torque of the car's electric motor(s): Power

Torque

81 kW (109 hp) 171 out of 186 210 lb-ft 153 out of 184

0-60 mph Acceleration time from a standstill: 10.8 s 87 out of 116

Top Speed The fastest the car can go (max speed): 90 mph 57 out of 68

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Dimensions

Length Car's body length (front to back bumper): 163 in 177 out of 213

Width Car's body width including or excluding side mirrors: with Mirrors

w/o Mirrors

No Data 70.9 in 68 out of 97

Height Car's body height (from ground to highest point): 62.7 in 77 out of 153

Wheelbase Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling): 101.2 in 112 out of 134

Cargo and Towing

Number of Seats Total passenger capacity of the car (including driver): 5

Curb Weight Car's weight without passengers or cargo: 3289 lb 446 out of 491

Cargo Volume Cargo capacity: Trunk (rear seats up), Max (rear seats folded), Frunk (front hood): Trunk

Max

Frunk

9.9 ft3 133 out of 155 31.5 ft3 158 out of 173 No Data

Towing Capacity Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes: No Data

Last Updated:

May 01, 2024

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Charging

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Home and Office (AC) Charging

Fast (DC) Charging

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Last Updated:

May 01, 2024

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Overview

The Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) is an all-electric front-wheel drive SUV. It came out in 2014. Kia stopped making the Gen 1 in 2017 and replaced it with the Kia Soul EV (2017-2019). You can still find Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) on the used car market, with prices starting around $7,777.

The Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) has a 30.5 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 94 mi on a single charge — ranked №794 out of 824 electric vehicles.

How powerful is it? How fast does it accelerate?

The Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 10.8 seconds (№87 out of 116 ranked positions, among 824 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions) and reach a top speed of 90 mph.

The car’s powertrain delivers up to 81 kW (109 hp) of power and 210 lb-ft of torque.

How far can it go on single charge? What is the real-world range?

Real-world range of the Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) is 94 miles (№231 out of 251 ranked positions, among 824 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions) — depending on several factors, including:

Speed: Higher speeds deplete the battery faster.
Temperature: Extreme cold and hot weather impacts range.
Terrain: Hilly or mountainous terrain reduces range.
Driving style: Aggressive driving with frequent acceleration and braking consumes more energy.
Use of features: Features like climate control and media system also affect range.

It's important to remember that these are just estimates, and your actual range may vary. It's always best to factor in these various factors when planning your trip and be prepared for potential charging stops.

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What charging options are available? How long does it take to charge it?

In the USA Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) has a CHAdeMO charge port.

You can charge it at home using a standard domestic socket or plug into any public AC charging station using the right cable. Keep in mind that the car's on-board charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging rate to 6.6 kW, which translates to approximately 21 miles of range added per hour of charging.
For quicker charging, consider using a compatible DC fast-charging station. The car boasts a maximum charging rate of 50 kW, but remember that battery temperature and charge level can influence the actual speed you'll experience.

Estimate charging time, rate and cost using EV Charging Calculator.

How big is it? What are the dimensions (length, width, height)?

Here are the dimensions and weight for the Kia Soul EV (2014-2017):

Length: 163 in
Width: in (including side mirrors) or 70.9 in (excluding side mirrors)
Height: 62.7 in
Wheelbase: 101.2 in (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
Curb weight: 3289 lbs (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)

How much cargo space does it offer? Does it have a front trunk?

Here's a breakdown of the Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) cargo space:

Trunk capacity: With the rear seats up, you get 9.9 cubic feet of cargo space in the back (№133 out of 155 ranked positions, among 824 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).
Max cargo capacity: Fold down the rear seats, and you open up 31.5 cubic feet of total cargo space (№158 out of 173 ranked positions, among 824 electric vehicles, with some cars sharing positions).
Frunk capacity: The car doesn’t have a “frunk” (front trunk).

Is it suitable for towing? What is the maximum towing capacity?

The car isn’t officially rated for towing.