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