Video Summary
The 2015 Kia Soul EV is quirky and weird, not suitable for traditional car reviews.From the outside, the paint color is a bluish color with a white roof, which makes the car stand out.
The charging port is located on the front.
There is no warm-up phase required before driving.
The car has strong brakes because there is electric regeneration from the breaks.
With a 90 mile range, a battery replacement can cost 5 to 8 thousand dollars.
The long-term cost of ownership is argued.
Because the vehicle is a first generation, it is more affordable.
Driving the EV is as good as driving the gas version.
A driver’s only fan control helps preserve power.
The ride can be harsh on broken pavements.
There's more harshness that translates into the cabin; it does not pull and pull. There is instant torque but takes a long time to get there.
Handling is surprisingly good for the weight of the car and what is top-heavy.
Because there are different charging brands, it is a pain to charge.
It takes between 25-30 hours to charge on 120V. A 240V is needed to charge the car faster.
The lack of highway mileage makes this car less versatile. It takes up space, weight, and cost for minimal value.
When backing off the throttle, regeneration breaking slows the car to the degree that it feels like downshifting into second gear of manual transmission.
The fabric matches the quirkiness of the vehicle, and it feels soft.
