Global EV Comparison: Kia Soul EV Long Range vs Niro Long Range

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) has a starting price of €47450, compared to the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…), which starts at €45690.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 85 kW, while the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) maxes out at 77 kW.

The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) 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.

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.

The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) has a longer body, while the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.

The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Kia Niro EV Long Range (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 Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…), but the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) doesn’t have one.

The Kia Niro EV Long Range (2022-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.