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Hyundai KONA Electric vs Kia Soul EV
Selected trimAdvanceChange trim319 mi · 65.4 kWh · £35,000
Selected trim64kWh · 2020-24Change trim281 mi · 67.5 kWh · £37,295
At a glance
In this comparison, Hyundai KONA Electric leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality, while the Kia Soul EV leads on city driving.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Hyundai KONA Electric if...
- you want the most for your money - best overall spec per pound
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Kia Soul EV if...
- you need the best car for city driving and tight parking
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Hyundai KONA Electric wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueHyundai
Hyundai
6.5
Kia
4.3
Motorway RangeHyundai
Hyundai
5.1
Kia
3.9
FamilyHyundai
Hyundai
6.4
Kia
2.4
Cost Per MileHyundai
Hyundai
9.1
Kia
5.9
City DrivingKia
Hyundai
6.9
Kia
7.5
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Hyundai KONA Electric
Advance
- £2,295 cheaper
- 38 miles more WLTP range
- 151 litres more boot space
- 1 more year of battery warranty
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Kia Soul EV64kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £35,000 (better) | £37,295 |
| Official range | 319 miles (better) | 281 miles |
| Boot space | 466 L (better) | 315 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 41 min (better) | 47 min |
| 0-62 mph | 7.8 sec (better) | 7.9 sec |
Size Comparison
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Hyundai KONA Electric
Kia Soul EV
Length
Hyundai KONA Electric4,355mm
Kia Soul EV4,195mm-160mm
Width
Hyundai KONA Electric1,825mm
Kia Soul EV1,800mm-25mm
Height
Hyundai KONA Electric1,580mm-20mm
Kia Soul EV1,600mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Kia Soul EV64kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,355 mm | 4,195 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,825 mm | 1,800 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,100 mm | 2,040 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,580 mm | 1,600 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m | 10.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 575 mm spare | 600 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Kia Soul EV64kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 466 L (better) | 315 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1300 L | 1339 L (better) |
| Frunk | 27 L | Not available |
| Towing capacity (braked) | 750 kg | Not available |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Hyundai KONA Electric
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 7 SUVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- At 4,355 mm, shorter than 80% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
Kia Soul EV
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Hyundai KONA Electric Advance |  Kia Soul EV 64kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.36m | 4.20m-160mm |
| Width | 1.82m | 1.80m-25mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.10m | 2.04m-60mm |
| Height | 1.58m | 1.60m+20mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.66m | 2.60m-60mm |
| Ground Clearance | Not available | 160mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 466L (better) | 315L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1300L | 1339L (better) |
| Frunk | 27L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m | 10.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,747kg (better) | 1,758kg |
| Towing Capacity | 750kg | Not available |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 65.4kWh | 67.5kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | 319 mi (better) | 281 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 101kW (better) | 100kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £35,000 (better) | £37,295 |
| Price after EV grant | £31,250 (-£3,750) | £37,295 (not eligible) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2023+ | 2020–2024 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Kia Soul EV64kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 319 miles (better) | 281 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 266 miles (better) | 234 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 41 min (better) | 47 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 101 kW (better) | 100 kW |
| Home AC charging | 10.4 kW (better) | 7.2 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 65.4 kWh (better) | 64 kWh |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | 400V |
| Heat pump | Standard | Standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Kia Soul EV64kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.8 sec (better) | 7.9 sec |
| Power | 160 kW (better) | 150 kW |
| Torque | 255 Nm | 395 Nm (better) |
| Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests. One car has more review coverage than the other - we show that rather than guessing.
Hyundai KONA Electric
Advance
Kia Soul EV
64kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Watch the reviews
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Hyundai KONA Electric
All 3 videos
Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
New and used prices
Current pricing and recent used-market behaviour.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Kia Soul EV64kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £21,270 | £11,889 |
| Average used price | £24,750 | £13,247 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 138 listings (better) | 6 listings |
| Recent used-price trend | Up 42.2% over ~6 months | Up 59.5% over ~6 months |
Used prices are indicative figures gathered from independent UK dealer listings and change frequently.
Calculate your real costs
For a useful running-cost comparison, factor in your mileage, charging access and current petrol or diesel car alongside the EV estimate.
Compare with petrol or diesel
Compare purchase price, energy, road tax and maintenance with a petrol or diesel alternative.
Calculate company-car tax
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Cost per mile
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Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Hyundai KONA Electric Advance
Tested 2025
Adult Occupant87%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users62%
Safety Assist60%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Hyundai KONA ElectricAdvance | Kia Soul EV64kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 8 years (better) | 7 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km | 160,000 km |
What owners say
Aggregated from UK owner forums and communities - the things you only learn after living with the car.
Shared watch-outs for both cars
Owners of every car here flag real-world range. Worth checking on a test drive whichever you choose.
Hyundai KONA Electric
Advance
Owners love
- Excellent driving dynamics with responsive handling, strong winter performance with proper tires, and instant responsive heating
- Competitive range for daily commuting (290-320km in winter, 300+ miles capability) with efficient regenerative braking
- Strong build quality and solid construction that feels well-engineered compared to competitors
Watch out for
- Significant winter range loss of 25-35% requires careful trip planning in cold climates
- Cramped headroom and limited interior space compared to competitors like Kia Soul EV and Niro EV
- Level 1 (120V) charging is impractically slow at approximately 100km per 12 hours without Level 2 installation
Owner tips
- Install a Level 2 home charger (7.4kW) as soon as feasible; a 20A 220V outlet with supplied charger offers a cost-effective interim solution
- Pre-heat the vehicle while plugged in before departure to minimize climate control energy consumption in cold weather
Kia Soul EV
64kWh
Owners love
- Owners regularly report 250 miles or more in mild weather, with very good efficiency.
- Strong, smooth acceleration and a comfortable, roomy cabin for the car's size.
- Well-equipped, with a head-up display and adaptive cruise control on most cars.
Watch out for
- Some owners report 12V battery drain and repeat flat batteries that dealers struggled to fix.
- Scheduled charging in the car and the Kia app can be unreliable or reset itself.
- Road noise is noticeable, and there are no front parking sensors.
Owner tips
- Check the 12V battery and ask whether the car has had electrical faults.
- Look for a car with the recall work done, including the power control unit coolant check on mid-2020 builds.
Buying options
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Hyundai KONA Electric
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Kia Soul EV
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Hyundai KONA Electric
- £31,9902026Cars2View
- £22,5002024EV ExpertsView
- £15,6952023Drive GreenView
Kia Soul EV
- £14,3952020Drive GreenView
- £11,7952020Drive GreenView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Kia Soul EV worth the extra £2,295 over the Hyundai KONA Electric?
The Kia Soul EV costs £2,295 more than the Hyundai KONA Electric. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Hyundai KONA Electric is not just cheaper - it also offers 38 miles more WLTP range and 151 litres more boot space. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Hyundai KONA Electric comes out ahead overall.
Which is cheaper to own over 5 years, the Hyundai KONA Electric or the Kia Soul EV?
The Hyundai KONA Electric is £2,295 cheaper to buy. Running costs are almost identical - about £136 a year either way, at 8,000 miles on an off-peak home tariff. Add 5 years of charging and the Hyundai KONA Electric comes out roughly £2,415 cheaper overall. These figures cover list price and home charging only - insurance, servicing, tyres and depreciation will move the real total.
What are the Hyundai KONA Electric and Kia Soul EV like on a long motorway trip?
EVcarsguide estimates a real-world motorway range of about 266 miles for the Hyundai KONA Electric and 234 miles for the Kia Soul EV - both below their WLTP figures, because sustained high speed is the hardest case for an EV. The Hyundai KONA Electric goes roughly 32 miles further between charging stops. Both rapid-charge to 80% in a similar time, around 41-47 minutes.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Hyundai KONA Electric or the Kia Soul EV?
The two are within 25 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 600 mm of total clearance for the Kia Soul EV and about 575 mm of total clearance for the Hyundai KONA Electric.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Hyundai KONA Electric or the Kia Soul EV?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 86% battery health for the Hyundai KONA Electric and 84% for the Kia Soul EV. That gives the Hyundai KONA Electric a modest edge in retained real-world range. Both use NMC-type cells, so for daily use keep the charge limit near 80% to slow degradation. The Hyundai KONA Electric has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the Kia Soul EV.
Go deeper on each car
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .