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Abarth 600e vs Kia Soul EV (2014-2019)
Selected trimTurismoChange trim207 mi · 54 kWh · £33,995
Selected trim27kWh · 2014-19Not available · 30 kWh · £29,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Abarth 600e leads on motorway range, charging speed and running costs, while the Kia Soul EV leads on value for money and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Abarth 600e if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2.1p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Kia Soul EV (2014-2019) if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Abarth 600e leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueKia
Abarth
3.7
Kia
4.7
Motorway RangeAbarth
Abarth
4.3
Kia
0
FamilyKia
Abarth
3.4
Kia
4.2
ChargingAbarth
Abarth
6.2
Kia
0.2
Cost Per MileAbarth
Abarth
5.4
Kia
0
City Driving
Abarth
8.1
Kia
7.9
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Abarth 600e
Turismo
- 79 litres more boot space
- 50 kW faster rapid charging
- 95 kW more power
- 5.0s quicker 0-62 mph
- 1 more year of battery warranty
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | Kia Soul EV27kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £33,995 | £29,995 (better) |
| Official range | 207 miles | Not available |
| Boot space | 360 L (better) | 281 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 27 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec (better) | 11.2 sec |
Size Comparison
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Abarth 600e
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Length
Abarth 600e4,187mm
Kia Soul EV4,140mm-47mm
Width
Abarth 600e1,779mm-21mm
Kia Soul EV1,800mm
Height
Abarth 600e1,557mm-36mm
Kia Soul EV1,593mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | Kia Soul EV27kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,187 mm | 4,140 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,779 mm (better) | 1,800 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 1,981 mm (better) | 2,040 mm |
| Height | 1,557 mm | 1,593 mm |
| Turning circle | Not available | 10.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 621 mm spare (better) | 600 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | Kia Soul EV27kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | Not available | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 360 L (better) | 281 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 0 kg | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Abarth 600e Turismo |  Kia Soul EV 27kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.19m | 4.14m-47mm |
| Width | 1.78m | 1.80m+21mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 1.98m | 2.04m+59mm |
| Height | 1.56m | 1.59m+36mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.56m | 2.57m+11mm |
| Ground Clearance | 179mm | 158mm-21mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 360L (better) | 281L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | Not available | 10.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,640kg | 1,580kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 54kWh (better) | 30kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 207 mi | Not available |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 50kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £33,995 | £29,995 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £32,495 (-£1,500) | £29,995 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | Hatchback | SUV |
| Available | 2025+ | 2014–2019 |
* Abarth 600e: Not yet tested by Euro NCAP.
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | Kia Soul EV27kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 207 miles | Not available |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 173 miles | Not available |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 27 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 50 kW |
| Home AC charging | 11 kW (better) | 6.6 kW |
| Energy consumption | 152 Wh/km | Not available |
| Usable battery capacity | 50.8 kWh (better) | 27 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | Not available | 400V |
| Heat pump | Not available | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | Kia Soul EV27kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 6.2 sec (better) | 11.2 sec |
| Power | 176 kW (better) | 81 kW |
| Torque | 345 Nm (better) | 285 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Abarth 600e
Turismo
Kia Soul EV
27kWh
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Prices & deals
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Abarth 600e Turismo
Abarth 600e Turismo
Not yet tested by Euro NCAP.
Euro NCAP - Kia Soul EV 27kWh
Tested 2014
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Abarth 600eTurismo | Kia Soul EV27kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years (better) | 7 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km (better) | 150,000 km |
Buying options
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Abarth 600e
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Kia Soul EV
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Abarth 600e
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Kia Soul EV
- £13,2952017EVHEROView
- £5,9952017Drive GreenView
- £7,3952018Drive GreenView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Abarth 600e worth the extra £4,000 over the Kia Soul EV?
The Abarth 600e costs £4,000 more than the Kia Soul EV. For that premium it adds 50 kW faster peak rapid charging, 79 litres more boot space and 95 kW more power. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Abarth 600e comes out ahead overall.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Abarth 600e or the Kia Soul EV?
The two are within 21 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 621 mm of total clearance for the Abarth 600e and about 600 mm of total clearance for the Kia Soul EV.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Abarth 600e or the Kia Soul EV?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Abarth 600e and 84% for the Kia Soul EV. That is close enough that capacity loss should not decide between them. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. The Abarth 600e has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the Kia Soul EV.
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Data accuracy
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