Global EV Comparison: Peugeot e-2008 50 kWh vs Kia Soul EV Standard Range
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General Info
The Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €38418. The Peugeot e-2008 50 kWh (2021-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €16990 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Peugeot e-2008 50 kWh | Kia Soul EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2021-2023 | 2020-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China, Spain | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €38418 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €16990 | €15999 |
| GCC Score | 5.3 | 5.1 |
Range and Efficiency
The Peugeot e-2008 50 kWh (2021-2023) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…).
| Property | Peugeot e-2008 50 kWh | Kia Soul EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 342 km | 276 km |
| Range (GCC) | 294 km | 235 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 50 kWh | 42 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 46.3 kWh | 39.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.7 kWh/100 km | 16.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.35 km/kWh | 5.99 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.3 | 5.5 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Peugeot e-2008 50 kWh (2021-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 101 kW, while the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) maxes out at 44 kW.
The Peugeot e-2008 50 kWh (2021-2023) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.4 kW, whereas the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Peugeot e-2008 50 kWh | Kia Soul EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 101 kW | 44 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.3 | 4 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Peugeot e-2008 50 kWh (2021-2023) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Peugeot e-2008 50 kWh | Kia Soul EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 134 hp |
| Motor Torque | 260 Nm | 395 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 8.5 s | 9.9 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 157 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.9 | 3 |
Dimensions
The Peugeot e-2008 50 kWh (2021-2023) has a longer body, while the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) stands taller, offering a more elevated ride. Their widths are almost identical, so both offer a similar amount of shoulder room.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Peugeot e-2008 50 kWh | Kia Soul EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4300 mm | 4195 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1987 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1770 mm | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1530 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2605 mm | 2600 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Peugeot e-2008 50 kWh (2021-2023) 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).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Peugeot e-2008 50 kWh | Kia Soul EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1623 kg | 1610 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 434 l | 315 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1467 l | 1339 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.3 | 5.5 |
