Global EV Comparison: Kia Soul EV Long Range vs Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe
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General Info
The Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €47450. The Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2009-2012) has been discontinued, it was never offered for sale in Europe.
The Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is a SUV, whereas the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2009-2012) is a Hatchback.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-… | 2009-2012 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | France |
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €47450 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €19873 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 5.6 | 3.4 |
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 Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2009-2012).
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 391 km | 101 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 452 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 378 km | 99 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 67.5 kWh | 16.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 15.7 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.9 kWh/100 km | 15.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.91 km/kWh | 6.31 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.9 | 5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2009-2012) has no DC fast charging capability, whereas the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) can charge at up to 77 kW.
The Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.2 kW, whereas the Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2009-2012) is limited to 3.3 kW.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 3.3 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 | 1.9 |
Performance
The Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe (2009-2012) is rear-wheel drive, while the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) offers a front-wheel drive system.
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 | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | RWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 30 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 40 hp |
| Motor Torque | 395 Nm | 120 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 s | 11.5 s |
| Top Speed | 167 km/h | 100 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.8 | 1.5 |
Dimensions
The Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
The Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4195 mm | 2695 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1800 mm | 1559 mm |
| Height | 1605 mm | 1565 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm | 1867 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 Long Range | Smart Electric Drive fortwo coupe |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 2 |
| Curb Weight | 1758 kg | 900 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 315 l | 220 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 | 4 |
