Global EV Comparison: Kia Soul EV Standard Range vs MG ZS EV Standard Range
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) has a starting price of €38418, compared to the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…), which starts at €33990.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-… | 2021-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | China, Indonesia, India |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €38418 | €33990 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €15999 | €13750 |
| GCC Score | 5.1 | 5.3 |
Range and Efficiency
While the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) offers a longer real-world range and a bigger battery, it is less energy-efficient than the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…).
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 276 km | 320 km |
| Range (GCC) | 235 km | 272 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 42 kWh | 51.1 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 39.2 kWh | 49 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.7 kWh/100 km | 18 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.99 km/kWh | 5.55 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.4 | 5.3 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) 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 Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.2 kW, whereas the MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) is limited to 6.6 kW.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 6.6 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 44 kW | 75 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4 | 3.8 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 130 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 174 hp |
| Motor Torque | 395 Nm | 280 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.9 s | 8.6 s |
| Top Speed | 157 km/h | 175 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 3.4 |
Dimensions
The MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) is longer and taller, but about the same width as the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4195 mm | 4323 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1800 mm | 1809 mm |
| Height | 1605 mm | 1649 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm | 2581 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) 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).
The MG ZS EV Standard Range (2021-…) has a towing capacity of up to 500 kg, whereas the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | MG ZS EV Standard Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1610 kg | 1645 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 315 l | 448 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1339 l | 1166 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 500 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 6.3 |
