Global EV Comparison: Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 vs Kia Soul EV Standard Range
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General Info
The Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €38418. The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in Europe.
The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) is a Hatchback, whereas the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is a SUV.
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 | Kia Soul EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2017-2019 | 2020-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | USA | South Korea |
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Market Availability | USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €38418 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €15999 |
| GCC Score | 5.1 | 5.1 |
Range and Efficiency
The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…).
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 | Kia Soul EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 383 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 276 km |
| Range (GCC) | 364 km | 235 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 60 kWh | 42 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 57 kWh | 39.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km | 16.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.39 km/kWh | 5.99 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7 | 5.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 50 kW, while the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) maxes out at 44 kW.
Both vehicles are equipped with the same on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.2 kW.
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 | Kia Soul EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 44 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 1 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.3 | 4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 | Kia Soul EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 100 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 134 hp |
| Motor Torque | 360 Nm | 395 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.2 s | 9.9 s |
| Top Speed | 146 km/h | 157 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 3.1 |
Dimensions
The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) and Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) are about the same size.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 | Kia Soul EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4166 mm | 4195 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2039 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1765 mm | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1595 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2601 mm | 2600 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 (2017-2019) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Chevrolet Bolt EV Gen 1 | Kia Soul EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1624 kg | 1610 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 479 l | 315 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1603 l | 1339 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.7 | 5.5 |
