Global EV Comparison: Kia Soul EV Standard Range vs Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh
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General Info
The Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €38418. The Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh (2021-2023) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €17490 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-… | 2021-2023 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | France |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €38418 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €15999 | €17490 |
| GCC Score | 5.1 | 5.2 |
Range and Efficiency
The Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh (2021-2023) boasts a greater real-world range, a larger battery, and superior energy efficiency compared to the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…).
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Range (WLTP) | 276 km | 342 km |
| Range (GCC) | 235 km | 293 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 42 kWh | 50 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 39.2 kWh | 46.3 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.7 kWh/100 km | 15.8 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.99 km/kWh | 6.33 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.4 | 6.2 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh (2021-2023) 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 Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh (2021-2023) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.4 kW, whereas the Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 7.4 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 44 kW | 100 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4 | 4.3 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
Both cars offer the same motor power, but the Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh (2021-2023) achieves a faster 0-100 km/h time.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 100 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 134 hp |
| Motor Torque | 395 Nm | 260 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9.9 s | 9 s |
| Top Speed | 157 km/h | 150 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.1 | 2.8 |
Dimensions
The Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh (2021-2023).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4195 mm | 4151 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 1986 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1800 mm | 1790 mm |
| Height | 1605 mm | 1534 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm | 2561 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Kia Soul EV Standard Range (2020-…) 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 | Kia Soul EV Standard Range | Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1610 kg | 1598 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 315 l | 310 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1339 l | 1060 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 5.1 |
