Video Summary
The Kia Soul EV has a longer official range of 280 miles, whereas the MG ZS EV has an official range of 166 miles.The Kia is more efficient, managing 3.5 miles per kilowatt-hour, while the MG manages 3.2 miles per kilowatt-hour.
Both cars are compatible with Type 2 and CCS chargers.
The Kia has a top charging rate of 77 kilowatts, while the MG tops out at 50 kilowatts.
For a ten-minute charging challenge, the Kia gained 18 miles of range, while the MG only gained 5 miles.
The charging rate is not a problem for the MG.
Kia's steering feels more connected and has better grip than the MG, making for a better driving experience overall.
While both cars get a seven-year warranty, Kia offers it up to 100,000 miles, whereas MG offers only 80,000.
The MG's boot space is a strong point as it has more space than the Kia.
In the Kia, the charger can charge in around 9 hours from a home wall box, whereas the MG will charge in around 5 and a half.
The estimated cost for charging from a domestic home tariff, Kia is £9.00, where the MG would be just £5.60.
The graphics of MG's touchscreen aren't great, and the screen reflects sunlight badly.
The Kia's infotainment system is much better than the MG's and includes Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, whilst the menu options aren't easy to use for the MG.
The Kia gets a type 2 cable and a three-pin cable, whereas you would have to pay extra for the three-pin cable with the MG.
Overall, the Kia Soul EV is better equipped, has a better infotainment system, and is smoother, more stable, and more reassuring to drive.
The MG ZS EV's good points include great value for the price and a longer boot floor.
