Global EV Comparison: Kia Soul EV Long Range vs Tesla Model X P90D
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General Info
The Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €47450. The Tesla Model X P90D (2016) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €37900 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Tesla Model X P90D |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-… | 2016-2016 |
| Current Status | Produced | Discontinued |
| Country of Manufacture | South Korea | Netherlands, USA |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU, USA |
| Price Europe (New) | €47450 | - Price Europe (New) |
| Price Europe (Used) | €19873 | €37900 |
| GCC Score | 5.6 | 7.1 |
Range and Efficiency
Even though the Tesla Model X P90D (2016) has a larger battery, the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) higher energy efficiency results in a longer real-world driving range.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Tesla Model X P90D |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | 391 km | 402 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 452 km | - Range (WLTP) |
| Range (GCC) | 378 km | 366 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 67.5 kWh | 90 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 64 kWh | 85.5 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.9 kWh/100 km | 23.4 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 5.91 km/kWh | 4.28 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 6.8 | 4.6 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Tesla Model X P90D (2016) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 120 kW, while the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) maxes out at 77 kW.
The Tesla Model X P90D (2016) 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 | Tesla Model X P90D |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.2 kW | 11 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 77 kW | 120 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | Tesla Type 2 (Mennekes) |
| Charging Score | 4.5 | 6.5 |
Performance
The Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is front-wheel drive, while the Tesla Model X P90D (2016) offers an all-wheel drive system.
The Tesla Model X P90D (2016) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Tesla Model X P90D |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | AWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM (front), IM (rear) |
| Motor Power (kW) | 150 kW | 345 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 201 hp | 463 hp |
| Motor Torque | 395 Nm | 967 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.9 s | 4 s |
| Top Speed | 167 km/h | 250 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.8 | 7 |
Dimensions
The Tesla Model X P90D (2016) is longer, wider, and taller.
The Tesla Model X P90D (2016) boasts a more extended wheelbase.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Tesla Model X P90D |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4195 mm | 5052 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | - Width (with Mirrors) | 2271 mm |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1800 mm | 1999 mm |
| Height | 1605 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2600 mm | 2965 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Tesla Model X P90D (2016) provides more cargo capacity, featuring both a larger trunk and more space with the rear seats folded.
A frunk (front trunk) is available in the Tesla Model X P90D (2016), but the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) doesn’t have one.
The Tesla Model X P90D (2016) has a towing capacity of up to 2250 kg, whereas the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Kia Soul EV Long Range | Tesla Model X P90D |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5, 6, 7 |
| Curb Weight | 1758 kg | 2514 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 315 l | 357 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1339 l | 2431 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | 187 l |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | 2250 kg |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.5 | 8.9 |
