Global EV Comparison: Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro vs Kia Soul EV Gen 1
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) for as low as €29800, while the Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) begins at €8799.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro | Kia Soul EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2022 | 2014-2017 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Belgium, China | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €29800 | €8799 |
| GCC Score | 5.9 | 4.5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Kia Soul EV (2014-2017).
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro | Kia Soul EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 150 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 350 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 278 km | 151 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 71 kWh | 30.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64.7 kWh | 27 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 23.3 kWh/100 km | 17.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.3 km/kWh | 5.59 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 3.7 | 4.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 120 kW, while the Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) maxes out at 50 kW.
The Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) is limited to 3.6 kW.
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro | Kia Soul EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 3.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 120 kW | 50 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CHAdeMO Type 1 (J1772) |
| Charging Score | 5.9 | 3.2 |
Performance
The Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) is front-wheel drive, while the Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro | Kia Soul EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), IM (rear) | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 230 kW | 81 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 308 hp | 109 hp |
| Motor Torque | 540 Nm | 285 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 6.8 s | 11.2 s |
| Top Speed | 190 km/h | 145 km/h |
| Performance Score | 4.8 | 2.4 |
Dimensions
The Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Kia Soul EV (2014-2017).
The Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro | Kia Soul EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4901 mm | 4140 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2189 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1935 mm | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1616 mm | 1593 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2928 mm | 2570 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) 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 Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022), but the Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) doesn’t have one.
The Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro (2020-2022) has a towing capacity of up to 1800 kg, whereas the Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Audi e-tron Sportback 50 quattro | Kia Soul EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2445 kg | 1492 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 615 l | 281 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1655 l | 891 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 60 l | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 7.6 | 5.4 |
