Global EV Comparison: Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC vs Kia Soul EV Gen 1
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General Info
Since both vehicles have been discontinued, they are now only available on the used car market. You can get the Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) for as low as €32890, while the Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) begins at €8799.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC | Kia Soul EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2019-2023 | 2014-2017 |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (Used) | €32890 | €8799 |
| GCC Score | 6.3 | 4.5 |
Range and Efficiency
While the Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Kia Soul EV (2014-2017).
| Property | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC | Kia Soul EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 150 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 432 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 364 km | 151 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 85 kWh | 30.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 80 kWh | 27 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 22 kWh/100 km | 17.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 4.55 km/kWh | 5.59 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5 | 4.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 112 kW, while the Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) maxes out at 50 kW.
The Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) is limited to 3.6 kW.
| Property | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC | Kia Soul EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 3.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 112 kW | 50 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CHAdeMO Type 1 (J1772) |
| Charging Score | 5.8 | 3.2 |
Performance
The Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) is front-wheel drive, while the Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC | Kia Soul EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | AWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | IM (front), IM (rear) | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 300 kW | 81 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 402 hp | 109 hp |
| Motor Torque | 760 Nm | 285 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 5.1 s | 11.2 s |
| Top Speed | 180 km/h | 145 km/h |
| Performance Score | 5.7 | 2.4 |
Dimensions
The Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) is longer and wider, but about the same height as the Kia Soul EV (2014-2017).
The Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC | Kia Soul EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4762 mm | 4140 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2096 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1884 mm | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1624 mm | 1593 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2873 mm | 2570 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) 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).
The Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC (2019-2023) has a towing capacity of up to 1800 kg, whereas the Kia Soul EV (2014-2017) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Mercedes EQC 400 4MATIC | Kia Soul EV Gen 1 |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 2495 kg | 1492 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 500 l | 281 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1460 l | 891 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 1800 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6.9 | 5.4 |
