Global EV Comparison: Kia Soul EV Long Range vs Renault Zoe Z.E. R240
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General Info
The Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €47450. The Renault Zoe Z.E. R240 (2015-2016) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €4400 on the used car market.
The Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is a SUV, whereas the Renault Zoe Z.E. R240 (2015-2016) is a Hatchback.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Renault Zoe Z.E. R240 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-… | 2015-2016 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | France |
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €47450 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €19873 | €4400 |
| GCC Score | 5.6 | 5.1 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Renault Zoe Z.E. R240 (2015-2016).
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Renault Zoe Z.E. R240 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 391 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | 452 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 378 km | 180 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 67.5 kWh | 25.9 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 23.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.9 kWh/100 km | 12.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.91 km/kWh | 7.73 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.9 | 6.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Renault Zoe Z.E. R240 (2015-2016) has no DC fast charging capability, whereas the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) can charge at up to 77 kW.
The Renault Zoe Z.E. R240 (2015-2016) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 22 kW, whereas the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Renault Zoe Z.E. R240 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 77 kW | - Max Charging Power (DC) |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| Charging Score | 4.5 | 5.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Renault Zoe Z.E. R240 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 65 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 87 hp |
| Motor Torque | 395 Nm | 220 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 s | 13.5 s |
| Top Speed | 167 km/h | 135 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.7 | 1.7 |
Dimensions
The Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Renault Zoe Z.E. R240 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4195 mm | 4084 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 1945 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1800 mm | 1730 mm |
| Height | 1605 mm | 1562 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm | 2588 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Renault Zoe Z.E. R240 (2015-2016) 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).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Renault Zoe Z.E. R240 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1758 kg | 1468 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 315 l | 338 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1339 l | 1225 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 4.2 |
