Global EV Comparison: Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range vs Kia Soul EV Standard Range

Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) has a starting price of €42640, compared to the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…), which starts at €38418.

The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…).

Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 75 kW, while the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) maxes out at 44 kW.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (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.

Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.

Although the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) has more power, the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) is longer, but has a similar width and height to the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…).

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) boasts a more extended wheelbase.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) features a larger trunk, but the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) offers greater maximum cargo capacity when the rear seats are folded.

A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…), but the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) doesn’t have one.

The Hyundai Kona Electric Standard Range (2023-…) has a towing capacity of up to 300 kg, whereas the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.