Global EV Comparison: Kia Soul EV Gen 2 vs BYD Dolphin Boost
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General Info
The BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…) is announced, but not yet in production. The Kia Soul EV (2017-2019) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €10900 on the used car market.
The Kia Soul EV (2017-2019) is a SUV, whereas the BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…) is a Hatchback.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Gen 2 | BYD Dolphin Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2017-2019 | 2024-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | China |
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €30000 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €10900 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 4.7 | 5.3 |
Range and Efficiency
While the BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Kia Soul EV (2017-2019).
| Property | Kia Soul EV Gen 2 | BYD Dolphin Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 179 km | - Range (EPA) |
| Range (WLTP) | - Range (WLTP) | 310 km |
| Range (GCC) | 179 km | 264 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 33 kWh | 46 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 30 kWh | 44.9 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.8 kWh/100 km | 17 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.97 km/kWh | 5.88 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.1 | 5.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 65 kW, while the Kia Soul EV (2017-2019) maxes out at 50 kW.
The BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Kia Soul EV (2017-2019) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Gen 2 | BYD Dolphin Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 6.6 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 65 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CHAdeMO Type 1 (J1772) | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 3.5 | 5.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Gen 2 | BYD Dolphin Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 81 kW | 130 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 109 hp | 174 hp |
| Motor Torque | 285 Nm | 260 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.2 s | 7.5 s |
| Top Speed | 145 km/h | 160 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.4 | 3.3 |
Dimensions
The BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Kia Soul EV (2017-2019).
The BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Gen 2 | BYD Dolphin Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4140 mm | 4290 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2012 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Height | 1593 mm | 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2570 mm | 2700 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BYD Dolphin Boost (2024-…) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats 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 Gen 2 | BYD Dolphin Boost |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1492 kg | 1568 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 281 l | 345 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 891 l | 1310 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.4 | 4.4 |
