Global EV Comparison: Volkswagen ID.3 Pro 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 Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €17390 on the used car market.
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) is a Hatchback, whereas the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is a SUV.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro | Kia Soul EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2023 | 2020-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | Germany, China | South Korea |
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €38418 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €17390 | €15999 |
| GCC Score | 5.6 | 5.1 |
Range and Efficiency
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…).
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro | Kia Soul EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 425 km | 276 km |
| Range (GCC) | 367 km | 235 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 62 kWh | 42 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 58 kWh | 39.2 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 15.8 kWh/100 km | 16.7 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.33 km/kWh | 5.99 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7 | 5.4 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) maxes out at 44 kW.
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 11 kW, whereas the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro | Kia Soul EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 44 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.6 | 4 |
Performance
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) is rear-wheel drive, while the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) offers a front-wheel drive system.
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro | Kia Soul EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | RWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 107 kW | 100 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 143 hp | 134 hp |
| Motor Torque | 275 Nm | 395 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.6 s | 9.9 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 157 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.9 | 3.1 |
Dimensions
The Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023).
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro | Kia Soul EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4261 mm | 4195 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2070 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1809 mm | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1552 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2765 mm | 2600 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Volkswagen ID.3 Pro (2020-2023) features a larger trunk, but the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.
Neither car is equipped with a frunk (front trunk).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Volkswagen ID.3 Pro | Kia Soul EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1805 kg | 1610 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 385 l | 315 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1267 l | 1339 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 4.3 | 5.5 |
