Kia Soul EV 27 kWh

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2014 - 2017
In 2018 this car was replaced by: Kia Soul EV 30 kWh

Trims

Currently Produced
Discontinued

Kia Soul EV 27 kWh

Technical Specifications of Kia Soul EV 27 kWh

General Info

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2014 - 2017
Country of Manufacture
Country where final assembly of the car took place.
South Korea
Current Status
Announced (planned), Pre-order (reservations open), Produced (on sale), Discontinued (no longer made)
Discontinued
Body Style
Refers to the car's shape & design (sedan, SUV, hatchback)
SUV Kia Soul EV 27 kWh

Range and Efficiency

Range EPA
Estimated range on a full battery according to official EPA ratings (USA)
150 km
Range WLTP
Range according to WLTP ratings.
TEL: car in its lightest configuration.
TEH: car in its heaviest configuration.
TEL
TEH
180 km No Data
Efficiency
Energy consumption per distance driven. Lower figures indicate better efficiency.
kWh/100 km
Wh/km
17.5 kWh 175 Wh

Battery and Charging

Battery Capacity
Nominal: total amount of energy the car’s battery can hold. Usable: actual amount of energy you can access.
Nominal
Usable
27 kWh 27 kWh
Max Charging Power
Max electric power the car can accept for charging, determined by its on-board charger (AC) and battery (DC)
AC
DC
6.6 kW 50 kW
Charge Port
The car's charge port type. It affects charging speed and station compatibility.
CHAdeMO Type 1 (J1772)
CHAdeMO charge port Type 1 (J1772) charge port

Performance

Drive Type
Which wheels are powered (all, rear, or front) by the electric motor(s)
FWD
Engine
Torque: pulling force of the engine. Power: how quickly it can turn the wheels with that force.
Power
Torque
109 hp (81 kW) 285 Nm
0-60 mph
Acceleration time from 0 to 60 mph (USA) or 0 to 100 km/h (Europe)
11.2 s
Top Speed
The fastest the car can go (maximum speed)
145 km/h
0.00 s
000 km/h

Dimensions

Length
Car's body length (front to back bumper)
4140 mm
Width
Car's body width including or excluding side mirrors
with Mirrors
w/o Mirrors
1801 mm No Data
Height
Car's body height (from ground to highest point)
1593 mm
Wheelbase
Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling)
2570 mm

Cargo and Towing

Number of Seats
Total passenger capacity of the car (including driver)
5
Curb Weight
Car's weight without passengers or cargo
1490 kg
Cargo Volume
Trunk: cargo capacity (rear seats up).
Max: cargo capacity (rear seats folded).
Frunk: cargo capacity in the front hood.
Trunk
Max
Frunk
280 l No Data No Data
Towing Capacity
Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes
No Data
Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
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How Far Can You Go in Kia Soul EV 27 kWh

The map shows how far you can go with a fully-charged battery:
  • Light green area: Round-trip
  • Dark green area: One-way
For the most accurate results, please allow the widget to use your location.

Charging Kia Soul EV 27 kWh

Slow (AC)
Fast (DC)

Home and Office (AC) Charging

EURO 1-phase 10A

Socket specs
Socket specs
230 V, 10 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
2.3 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
07 h 50 min (~14 km/h)

EURO 1-phase 16A

Socket specs
Socket specs
230 V, 16 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
3.7 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
04 h 52 min (~22 km/h)

EURO 1-phase 32A

Socket specs
Socket specs
230 V, 32 A, 1-phase
Socket output
Socket output
7.4 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
02 h 44 min (~40 km/h)
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (6.6 kW)

EURO 3-phase 16A

Socket specs
Socket specs
400 V, 16 A, 3-phase
Socket output
Socket output
11.1 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
02 h 44 min (~40 km/h)
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (6.6 kW)

EURO 3-phase 32A

Socket specs
Socket specs
400 V, 16 A, 3-phase
Socket output
Socket output
11.1 kW
Charging 20-80%
Charging 20-80%
02 h 44 min (~40 km/h)
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (6.6 kW)

Fast (DC) Charging

Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
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About Kia Soul EV 27 kWh

The Kia Soul EV 27 kWh is an all-electric front-wheel drive SUV. It came out in 2014. Kia stopped making the 27 kWh in 2017 and replaced it with the Kia Soul EV 30 kWh.

The Kia Soul EV 27 kWh has a 27 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 154 km on a single charge. The car has an average efficiency of 17.5 kWh per 100 km (or 175 Wh/km) — ranked №548 out of 586 electric vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast is Kia Soul EV 27 kWh

The Kia Soul EV 27 kWh achieves a 0 to 100 km/h acceleration in 11.2 seconds (placing it at №472 among 586 electric vehicles) and attains a maximum speed of 145 km/h.

Its powertrain provides a power output of up to 81 kW (109 hp) and a torque of 285 Nm.

Real-world range of Kia Soul EV 27 kWh

Kia Soul EV 27 kWh achieves a real-world range of 139–169 km, placing it at №548 among 586 electric vehicles. However, this range is subject to several influences:

  • Speed: Traveling at higher speeds reduces battery life.
  • Temperature: Extreme cold or hot weather can affect range.
  • Terrain: Hilly or mountainous landscapes decrease range.
  • Driving habits: Aggressive driving with frequent acceleration and braking consumes more energy.
  • Feature usage: Climate control and media systems also influence range.

It's important to acknowledge that these are estimations, and your actual driving range may differ. Consider these factors when planning your trip and be ready for potential charging stops.

Utilize the interactive EV Navigation map for trip planning assistance.

Kia Soul EV 27 kWh charge port type?

In Europe Kia Soul EV 27 kWh has a CHAdeMO charge port.

  • You can charge it at home using a standard domestic socket or plug into any public AC charging station using the right cable. Keep in mind that the car's on-board charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging rate to 6.6 kW, which translates to approximately 34 km of range added per hour of charging.
  • For quicker charging, consider using a compatible DC fast-charging station. The car boasts a maximum charging rate of 50 kW, but remember that battery temperature and charge level can influence the actual speed you'll experience.

Estimate charging time, rate and cost using our Charging calculator.

Kia Soul EV 27 kWh dimensions and weight?

The size and weight specifications for Kia Soul EV 27 kWh are as follows:

  • Length: 4140 mm
  • Width: 1801 mm (including side mirrors) or N/A mm (excluding side mirrors)
  • Height: 1593 mm
  • Wheelbase: 2570 mm (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
  • Curb weight: 1490 kg (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)
Kia Soul EV 27 kWh cargo capacity?

The rear cargo area of the Kia Soul EV 27 kWh provides 280 litres of space when the rear seats are upright (ranked №498 out of 586 electric vehicles).

Folding these seats down unlocks a maximum cargo capacity of N/A litres (ranked №498 out of 586 electric vehicles).

The car doesn’t have a “frunk” (front trunk).

Kia Soul EV 27 kWh towing capacity?
The car isn’t officially rated for towing.

Ratings

3.2

Design

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2.9

Performance

based on 79 votes
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3.2

Desirability

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Safety Ratings

NCAP safety rating
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Similar Range

EPA
NEDC
WLTP (TEL)
  1. 172 km +15.1% Nissan Leaf 30 kWh
  2. 172 km +15.1% BMW i3s BEV 94 Ah
  3. 166 km +10.8% Toyota RAV4 EV II
  4. 140 km -6.5% Fiat 500 24 kWh
  5. 140 km -6.5% Mercedes B250e
  1. 250 km +17.9% Kia Soul EV 30 kWh
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  3. 210 km -0.9% Renault ZOE Q210
  4. 200 km -5.7% Mercedes B250e
  5. 190 km -10.4% BMW i3 BEV 60 Ah
  1. 190 km +5.6% Fiat 500 24 kWh
  2. 169 km -6.1% Mercedes B250e
  3. 169 km -6.1% Renault ZOE Q210
  4. 163 km -9.4% eGo ewave X

Similar Performance

0-100 km/h
Torque
Power
  1. 11.2 s 0% Kia Soul EV
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  1. 290 Nm +1.8% Mini Cooper E
  2. 290 Nm +1.8% VW e-Golf 36 kWh
  3. 285 Nm 0% Kia Soul EV
  1. 111 hp +1.8% Fiat 500e 2013
  2. 110 hp +0.9% Kia Soul EV

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