Global EV Comparison: Kia Soul EV Gen 1 vs Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh
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General Info
Although the Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh has been announced, it is not yet in production and will not be available for sale in Europe. The Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €8799 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Gen 1 | Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2014-2017 | -… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Announced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU, USA | USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €8799 | - Price Europe (Used) |
| GCC Score | 4.5 | 6 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Kia Soul EV (2014-2017).
| Property | Kia Soul EV Gen 1 | Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 150 km | 322 km |
| Range (GCC) | 151 km | 274 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 30.5 kWh | 120 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 27 kWh | 114 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 17.9 kWh/100 km | 41.6 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.59 km/kWh | 2.4 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 4.6 | 2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) maxes out at 50 kW.
The Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 19.4 kW, whereas the Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) is limited to 3.6 kW.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Gen 1 | Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 3.6 kW | 19.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 50 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CHAdeMO Type 1 (J1772) | CCS Type 1 |
| Charging Score | 3.2 | 7.8 |
Performance
The Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) is front-wheel drive, while the Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Gen 1 | Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM (front), PMSM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 81 kW | 458 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 109 hp | 614 hp |
| Motor Torque | 285 Nm | 905 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 11.2 s | 4.7 s |
| Top Speed | 145 km/h | 162 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.4 | 6.2 |
Dimensions
The Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Gen 1 | Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4140 mm | 4368 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 1961 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1800 mm | - Width (w/o Mirrors) |
| Height | 1593 mm | 1847 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2570 mm | 3017 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 Gen 1 | Bollinger Motors B1 120 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1492 kg | 2268 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 281 l | - Cargo Volume (Trunk) |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 891 l | 2294 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.4 | 7.1 |
