Global EV Comparison: Volvo EX30 Single Motor vs Kia Soul EV Long Range

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) has a starting price of €39790, compared to the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…), which starts at €47450.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

While the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 175 kW, while the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) maxes out at 77 kW.

The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is limited to 7.2 kW.

The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) is rear-wheel drive, while the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) offers a front-wheel drive system.

The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.

The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) 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.

Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.

The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…), but the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) doesn’t have one.

The Volvo EX30 Single Motor (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 1000 kg, whereas the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.