Global EV Comparison: Mini Aceman SE vs Kia Soul EV Long Range
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General Info
Both vehicles are currently in production and can be purchased new. The Mini Aceman SE (2024-…) has a starting price of €34150, compared to the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…), which starts at €47450.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Mini Aceman SE | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2024-… | 2020-… |
| Current Status | Produced | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | China | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | €34150 | €47450 |
| Price Europe (Used) | - Price Europe (Used) | €19873 |
| GCC Score | 6 | 5.6 |
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 Mini Aceman SE (2024-…).
| Property | Mini Aceman SE | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 391 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 406 km | 452 km |
| Range (GCC) | 344 km | 378 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 54.2 kWh | 67.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 49.2 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 14.3 kWh/100 km | 16.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.99 km/kWh | 5.91 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 7.2 | 6.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Mini Aceman SE (2024-…) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 95 kW, while the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) maxes out at 77 kW.
The Mini Aceman SE (2024-…) 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 | Mini Aceman SE | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 11 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 95 kW | 77 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 5.4 | 4.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Mini Aceman SE (2024-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Mini Aceman SE | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 160 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 215 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 330 Nm | 395 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 7.1 s | 7.9 s |
| Top Speed | 170 km/h | 167 km/h |
| Performance Score | 3.8 | 3.8 |
Dimensions
The Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is longer, wider, and taller.
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Mini Aceman SE | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4079 mm | 4195 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1991 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1754 mm | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1514 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2606 mm | 2600 mm |
Cargo and Towing
The Kia Soul EV Long 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).
The Mini Aceman SE (2024-…) has a towing capacity of up to 750 kg, whereas the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is not officially rated for towing in the EU.
| Property | Mini Aceman SE | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1785 kg | 1758 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 300 l | 315 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1005 l | 1339 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | 750 kg | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.3 | 5.5 |
