Global EV Comparison: BMW i4 M50 vs Kia Soul EV Long Range
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General Info
The Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €47450. The BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €47700 on the used car market.
The BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) is a Liftback, whereas the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is a SUV.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2024 | 2020-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany | South Korea |
| Body Style | Liftback | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €47450 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €47700 | €19873 |
| GCC Score | 6.5 | 5.6 |
Range and Efficiency
While the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…).
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 435 km | 391 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 519 km | 452 km |
| Range (GCC) | 409 km | 378 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 83.9 kWh | 67.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 80.7 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 19.7 kWh/100 km | 16.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.07 km/kWh | 5.91 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.4 | 6.9 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 207 kW, while the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) maxes out at 77 kW.
The BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) 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 | BMW i4 M50 | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 207 kW | 77 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.9 | 4.5 |
Performance
The Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is front-wheel drive, while the BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 400 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 536 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 795 Nm | 395 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 3.9 s | 7.9 s |
| Top Speed | 225 km/h | 167 km/h |
| Performance Score | 6.8 | 3.8 |
Dimensions
The BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) is longer and wider, but the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is taller.
The BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4783 mm | 4195 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2073 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1852 mm | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1448 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2856 mm | 2600 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) 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).
The BMW i4 M50 (2021-2024) has a towing capacity of up to 1600 kg, whereas the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | BMW i4 M50 | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2290 kg | 1758 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 470 l | 315 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1290 l | 1339 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1600 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5 | 5.5 |
