Global EV Comparison: BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh vs Kia Soul EV Long Range
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh (2025-…) has a starting price of €40000, compared to the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…), which starts at €47450.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2025-… | 2020-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €40000 | €47450 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €19873 |
| GCC Score | 6.2 | 5.6 |
Range and Efficiency
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 BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh (2025-…).
| Property | BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 391 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 420 km | 452 km |
| Range (GCC) | 357 km | 378 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 64.8 kWh | 67.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 58 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.2 kWh/100 km | 16.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.16 km/kWh | 5.91 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.8 | 6.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh (2025-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 155 kW, while the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) maxes out at 77 kW.
The BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh (2025-…) 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.
| Property | BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 155 kW | 77 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 6.1 | 4.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars deliver the same 0-100 km/h acceleration time, but the BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh (2025-…) boasts greater motor power.
| Property | BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 160 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 215 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 310 Nm | 395 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 s | 7.9 s |
| Top Speed | 160 km/h | 167 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.5 | 3.8 |
Dimensions
The BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh (2025-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4310 mm | 4195 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 2060 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1830 mm | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1675 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2620 mm | 2600 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh (2025-…) 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 | BYD Atto 2 64.8 kWh | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1680 kg | 1758 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 400 l | 315 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1340 l | 1339 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 6 | 5.5 |
