Global EV Comparison: Kia Soul EV Long Range vs Tesla Roadster 2025
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General Info
The Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €47450. Although the Tesla Roadster 2025 has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe.
The Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is a SUV, whereas the Tesla Roadster 2025 is a Roadster.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-… | 2025-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | Roadster |
| Market Availability | EU | USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €47450 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €19873 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 5.6 | 7.5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Tesla Roadster 2025 offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…).
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 391 km | 998 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 452 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 378 km | 948 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 67.5 kWh | 200 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 190 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.9 kWh/100 km | 20 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.91 km/kWh | 4.99 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.9 | 8.6 |
Charging
The Tesla Roadster 2025 features an advanced 800-volt architecture, whereas the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) relies on a standard 400-volt system.
The Tesla Roadster 2025 offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 250 kW, while the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) maxes out at 77 kW.
The Tesla Roadster 2025 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 | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 22 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 77 kW | 250 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 800 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 (Tesla) |
| Charging Score | 4.5 | 9.6 |
Performance
The Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is front-wheel drive, while the Tesla Roadster 2025 offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Tesla Roadster 2025 boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM (front), 2 PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 1000 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 1341 hp |
| Motor Torque | 395 Nm | 1500 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 s | 2.1 s |
| Top Speed | 167 km/h | 410 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.7 | 8.8 |
Dimensions
The Tesla Roadster 2025 has a wider body, offering a more shoulder room, while the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) stands taller for a more elevated driving position. Despite these differences, their lengths are nearly identical.
The Tesla Roadster 2025 boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4195 mm | 4200 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1800 mm | 2000 mm |
| Height | 1605 mm | 1200 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm | 2800 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 | Tesla Roadster 2025 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 4 |
| Curb Weight | 1758 kg | 2000 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 315 l | 150 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 | 2.5 |
