Global EV Comparison: Kia Soul EV Standard Range vs Lexus UX 300e
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) has a starting price of €38418, compared to the Lexus UX 300e (2023-…), which starts at €51400.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-… | 2023-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Japan |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €38418 | €51400 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €15999 | €36400 |
| GCC Score | 5.1 | 5.5 |
Range and Efficiency
The Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…).
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 276 km | 450 km |
| Range (GCC) | 235 km | 389 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 42 kWh | 72.8 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 39.2 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.7 kWh/100 km | 16.5 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.99 km/kWh | 6.08 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.4 | 7.1 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) 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.
The Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.2 kW, whereas the Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 44 kW | 50 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CHAdeMO Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| Charging Score | 4 | 4.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 395 Nm | 300 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.9 s | 7.5 s |
| Top Speed | 157 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
The Lexus UX 300e (2023-…) is longer and wider, but the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is taller.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4195 mm | 4495 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2078 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1800 mm | 1840 mm |
| Height | 1605 mm | 1525 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
Cargo and Towing
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Lexus UX 300e |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1610 kg | 1830 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 315 l | 367 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1339 l | - Cargo Volume (Max) |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 5.5 |
