Global EV Comparison: Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh vs Kia Soul EV Long Range
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General Info
The Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is currently produced, it has a starting price of €47450. The Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh (2020-2021) has been discontinued. You can find it for as low as €15500 on the used car market.
The two vehicles share the same body style: SUV.
| Property | Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Years of Production | 2020-2021 | 2020-… |
| Current Status | Discontinued | Produced |
| Country of Manufacture | France | South Korea |
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Market Availability | EU | EU |
| Price Europe (New) | - Price Europe (New) | €47450 |
| Price Europe (Used) | €15500 | €19873 |
| GCC Score | 5.1 | 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 Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh (2020-2021).
| Property | Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Range (EPA) | - Range (EPA) | 391 km |
| Range (WLTP) | 324 km | 452 km |
| Range (GCC) | 281 km | 378 km |
| Battery Capacity (Nominal) | 50 kWh | 67.5 kWh |
| Battery Capacity (Usable) | 46.3 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Efficiency per 100 km | 16.5 kWh/100 km | 16.9 kWh/100 km |
| Efficiency per kWh | 6.07 km/kWh | 5.91 km/kWh |
| Range and Efficiency Score | 5.8 | 6.8 |
Charging
Both vehicles utilize a standard 400-volt architecture.
The Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh (2020-2021) offers faster charging speeds at DC stations, reaching up to 100 kW, while the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) maxes out at 77 kW.
The Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh (2020-2021) features a more powerful on-board charger, supporting a maximum AC charging power of 7.4 kW, whereas the Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is limited to 7.2 kW.
| Property | Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Max Charging Power (AC) | 7.4 kW | 7.2 kW |
| Max Charging Power (DC) | 100 kW | 77 kW |
| Architecture | 400 V | 400 V |
| Charge Port | CCS Type 2 | CCS Type 2 |
| Charging Score | 4.3 | 4.5 |
Performance
Both vehicles are front-wheel drive.
The Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) boasts greater motor power and accelerates faster from 0 to 100 km/h.
| Property | Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Drive Type | FWD | FWD |
| Motor Type | PMSM | PMSM |
| Motor Power (kW) | 100 kW | 150 kW |
| Motor Power (hp) | 134 hp | 201 hp |
| Motor Torque | 260 Nm | 395 Nm |
| 0-100 km/h | 9 s | 7.9 s |
| Top Speed | 150 km/h | 167 km/h |
| Performance Score | 2.8 | 3.8 |
Dimensions
The Kia Soul EV Long Range (2020-…) is taller, but has a similar length and width to the Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh (2020-2021).
Both models have similar wheelbase lengths.
| Property | Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4151 mm | 4195 mm |
| Width (with Mirrors) | 1986 mm | - Width (with Mirrors) |
| Width (w/o Mirrors) | 1790 mm | 1800 mm |
| Height | 1534 mm | 1605 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2561 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).
Neither vehicle is officially rated for towing in in the EU.
| Property | Opel Mokka Electric 50 kWh | Kia Soul EV Long Range |
|---|---|---|
| Number of Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Curb Weight | 1598 kg | 1758 kg |
| Cargo Volume (Trunk) | 310 l | 315 l |
| Cargo Volume (Max) | 1060 l | 1339 l |
| Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) | - Cargo Volume (Frunk) |
| Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity | - Towing Capacity |
| Cargo and Towing Score | 5.1 | 5.5 |
