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Kia Soul EV (2014-2019) vs Renault 4
Selected trim27kWh · 2014-19Not available · 30 kWh · £29,995
Selected trimElectricChange trim249 mi · 52 kWh · £27,195
At a glance
In this comparison, Kia Soul EV stays competitive across the board, while the Renault 4 leads on value for money, motorway range and family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Renault 4 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 need the fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.8p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Renault 4 wins almost every category - it's the clear choice unless price is the deciding factor.
ValueRenault
Kia
4.7
Renault
6.7
Motorway RangeRenault
Kia
0
Renault
5.4
FamilyRenault
Kia
4.2
Renault
6.5
ChargingRenault
Kia
0.2
Renault
5.3
Cost Per MileRenault
Kia
0
Renault
8.9
City Driving
Kia
7.9
Renault
7.7
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Renault 4
Electric
- £2,800 cheaper
- 139 litres more boot space
- 50 kW faster rapid charging
- 3.0s quicker 0-62 mph
- 1 more year of battery warranty
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Kia Soul EV27kWh | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £29,995 | £27,195 (better) |
| Official range | Not available | 249 miles |
| Boot space | 281 L | 420 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 30 min |
| 0-62 mph | 11.2 sec | 8.2 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Kia Soul EV
Renault 4
Length
Kia Soul EV4,140mm-4mm
Renault 44,144mm
Width
Kia Soul EV1,800mm
Renault 41,796mm-4mm
Height
Kia Soul EV1,593mm
Renault 41,572mm-21mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Kia Soul EV27kWh | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,140 mm | 4,144 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm | 1,796 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,040 mm | 2,020 mm (better) |
| Height | 1,593 mm | 1,572 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m (better) | 10.8 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare | 604 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Kia Soul EV27kWh | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear legroom | Not available | 164 mm |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 281 L | 420 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1405 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 0 kg |
How each stacks up
Percentile ranks against UK EVs of the same body style.
Kia Soul EV
Not enough peers to make confident percentile claims.
Renault 4
- 249 mile WLTP range, longer than 80% of hatchback EVs we track.
- Eligible for the full £3,750 UK Electric Car Grant, one of 8 hatchback EVs we track that qualifies for the top band.
- Boot space of 420 L is bigger than 85% of hatchback EVs we track.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Kia Soul EV 27kWh |  Renault 4 Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.14m | 4.14m+4mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.80m-4mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.04m | 2.02m-20mm |
| Height | 1.59m | 1.57m-21mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.57m | 2.62m+54mm |
| Ground Clearance | 158mm | 181mm+23mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 281L | 420L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1405L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Rear Legroom | Not available | 164mm |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m (better) | 10.8m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,580kg | 1,492kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 30kWh | 52kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | Not available | 249 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 50kW | 100kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £29,995 | £27,195 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £29,995 (not eligible) | £23,445 (-£3,750) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | Hatchback |
| Available | 2014–2019 | 2025+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Kia Soul EV27kWh | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | Not available | 249 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | Not available | 208 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 30 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 50 kW | 100 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 6.6 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 27 kWh | 52 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | NMC |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard | Not available |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Kia Soul EV27kWh | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 11.2 sec | 8.2 sec (better) |
| Power | 81 kW | 110 kW (better) |
| Torque | 285 Nm (better) | 245 Nm |
| Drivetrain | FWD | Not available |
What the critics say
See how UK motoring publications rate each car in their road tests.
Kia Soul EV
27kWh
Renault 4
Electric
Watch the reviews
Watch selected video reviews here, or visit each model page for the full collection.
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 | Kia Soul EV27kWh | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £5,995 | £20,499 |
| Average used price | £7,395 | £21,478 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 11 listings | 12 listings (better) |
| Recent used-price trend | Up 7.3% over ~6 months | Up 9.6% 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
Work out monthly Benefit-in-Kind using current and future HMRC rates.
Cost per mile
Compare EV charging costs per mile with petrol and diesel using your charging options.
Check a lease quote
Assess the effective monthly cost alongside the list price and expected depreciation.
Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Kia Soul EV 27kWh
Tested 2014
Euro NCAP - Renault 4 Electric
Tested 2024
Adult Occupant79%
Child Occupant85%
Vulnerable Road Users73%
Safety Assist68%
Full result on euroncap.com (opens in new tab)
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Kia Soul EV27kWh | Renault 4Electric |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 7 years | 8 years (better) |
| Battery warranty distance | 150,000 km | 160,934 km (better) |
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.
Kia Soul EV
27kWh
Owners love
- Owners find it easy, smooth and quiet to drive, with a roomy, high-roofed cabin for its size.
- Running costs are very low with home charging.
- Well-equipped for its age, with good visibility and comfortable seats.
Watch out for
- Many owners report the air-cooled battery losing noticeable capacity with age: older cars manage about 60-90 miles of real range, less in winter.
- Range falls sharply in cold weather and at motorway speeds because of the boxy shape.
- Several owners report flat 12V batteries and on-board charger failures.
Owner tips
- Ask for a dealer battery health (state of health) test and the result in writing before buying.
- Check how much of the 7-year battery warranty is left and when the car was first registered.
Renault 4
Electric
Owners love
- Owners and test drivers like the design, which stands out from other small electric SUVs.
- The boot has a low, flat sill that makes loading easy, and it is bigger than the Renault 5's.
- Rear legroom is better than in the Renault 5.
Watch out for
- Heated seats, a heated steering wheel and the powered tailgate come only on the top trims.
- Owners report a winter range drop of around 20%, with some seeing about 130 miles.
- Some owners report the car's own charge scheduling and the app failing to start a timed charge after it has gone to sleep.
Owner tips
- If you charge on a smart tariff, let the tariff or charger app control the schedule and check a charge has actually started.
- Use the Perso button by the steering wheel to set your preferred driver-assist settings in one press.
Buying options
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Kia Soul EV
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Renault 4
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Kia Soul EV
- £13,2952017EVHEROView
- £7,3952018Drive GreenView
- £5,9952017Drive GreenView
Renault 4
- £22,4572026Cars2View
- £20,4992025Cars2View
Frequently asked questions
Is the Kia Soul EV worth the extra £2,800 over the Renault 4?
The Kia Soul EV costs £2,800 more than the Renault 4. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Renault 4 is not just cheaper - it also offers 50 kW faster peak rapid charging, 139 litres more boot space and a 3.0s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Renault 4 comes out ahead overall.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Kia Soul EV or the Renault 4?
The two are within 4 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 604 mm of total clearance for the Renault 4 and about 600 mm of total clearance for the Kia Soul EV.
Which battery will hold up better as a used buy, the Kia Soul EV or the Renault 4?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Kia Soul EV and 84% for the Renault 4. 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 Renault 4 has the longer battery warranty at 8 years, versus 7 for the Kia Soul EV.
Go deeper on each car
Visit the full model pages for owner feedback, expert reviews, used prices and battery-health information.
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Data accuracy
Specs are sourced from manufacturer websites and manually reviewed. These figures were last verified .