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Kia Soul EV (2014-2019) vs Skoda Epiq
Selected trim27kWh · 2014-19Not available · 30 kWh · £29,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Kia Soul EV stays competitive across the board, while the Skoda Epiq leads on value for money, motorway range and charging speed.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Skoda Epiq 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 fastest charging of these options
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 1.7p per mile on off-peak electricity
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Skoda Epiq leads in the most categories, but each car here has its strengths.
ValueSkoda
Kia
4.7
Skoda
5.5
Motorway RangeSkoda
Kia
0
Skoda
4
Family
Kia
4.2
Skoda
4.5
Too close to call
ChargingSkoda
Kia
0.2
Skoda
3.2
Cost Per MileSkoda
Kia
0
Skoda
9.2
City Driving
Kia
7.9
Skoda
7.8
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Skoda Epiq
SE L 40
- £5,045 cheaper
- 194 litres more boot space
- 40 kW faster rapid charging
- 1.4s quicker 0-62 mph
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Kia Soul EV27kWh | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £29,995 | £24,950 (better) |
| Official range | Not available | 190 miles |
| Boot space | 281 L | 475 L (better) |
| 10-80% rapid charge | Not available | 28 min |
| 0-62 mph | 11.2 sec | 9.8 sec (better) |
Size Comparison
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Kia Soul EV
Skoda Epiq
Length
Kia Soul EV4,140mm-60mm
Skoda Epiq4,200mm
Width
Kia Soul EV1,800mm
Skoda Epiq1,798mm-2mm
Height
Kia Soul EV1,593mm
Skoda Epiq1,581mm-12mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Kia Soul EV27kWh | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,140 mm | 4,200 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm | 1,798 mm (better) |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,040 mm | Not available |
| Height | 1,593 mm | 1,581 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m (better) | 10.7 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare | 602 mm spare (better) |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Kia Soul EV27kWh | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | Not available |
| Boot space (seats up) | 281 L | 475 L (better) |
| Boot space (seats down) | Not available | 1345 L |
| Frunk | Not available | 25 L |
| Towing capacity (braked) | Not available | 1,200 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.
Skoda Epiq
- At 4,200 mm, shorter than 90% of SUVs in our UK catalogue.
- One of 33 of 233 UK EVs in our catalogue with V2L (vehicle-to-load) support.
Full specifications
| Specification |  Kia Soul EV 27kWh |  Skoda Epiq SE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.14m | 4.20m+60mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.80m-2mm |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.04m | Not available |
| Height | 1.59m | 1.58m-12mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.57m | 2.60m+31mm |
| Ground Clearance | 158mm | 125mm-33mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 281L | 475L (better) |
| Boot (seats down) | Not available | 1345L |
| Frunk | Not available | 25L |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m (better) | 10.68m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,580kg | 1,542kg (better) |
| Towing Capacity | Not available | 1,200kg |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 30kWh | 38.5kWh (better) |
| Range (WLTP) | Not available | 190 mi |
| Max DC Charge | 50kW | 90kW (better) |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £29,995 | £24,950 (better) |
| Price after EV grant | £29,995 (not eligible) | £23,450 (-£1,500) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2014–2019 | 2026+ |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Kia Soul EV27kWh | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | Not available | 190 miles |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | Not available | 158 miles |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | Not available | 28 min |
| Max rapid charge rate | 50 kW | 90 kW (better) |
| Home AC charging | 6.6 kW | 11 kW (better) |
| Usable battery capacity | 27 kWh | 37 kWh (better) |
| Battery chemistry | NMC | LFP |
| Battery architecture | 400V | Not available |
| Heat pump | Standard (better) | Not standard |
Driving & everyday use
Performance & drivetrain
Compare acceleration, power and drivetrain specifications for the selected trims.
| Measure | Kia Soul EV27kWh | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 11.2 sec | 9.8 sec (better) |
| Power | 81 kW | 99 kW (better) |
| Torque | 285 Nm (better) | 267 Nm |
| 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.
Kia Soul EV
27kWh
Skoda Epiq
SE L 40
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Watch the reviews
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Reviews and videos discuss each model overall; the specifications above apply to your selected trims.
Prices & deals
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Cost per mile
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Safety & ownership confidence
Euro NCAP - Kia Soul EV 27kWh
Tested 2014
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Kia Soul EV27kWh | Skoda EpiqSE L 40 |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 7 years | Not available |
| Battery warranty distance | 150,000 km | Not available |
Buying options
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Kia Soul EV
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Skoda Epiq
Used on AutoTraderLease deals
Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Kia Soul EV
- £13,2952017EVHEROView
- £5,9952017Drive GreenView
- £7,3952018Drive GreenView
Skoda Epiq
No active listings.
Frequently asked questions
Is the Kia Soul EV worth the extra £5,045 over the Skoda Epiq?
The Kia Soul EV costs £5,045 more than the Skoda Epiq. On the headline specs that premium buys little measurable advantage - the two are closely matched on range, charging and space. The Skoda Epiq is not just cheaper - it also offers 40 kW faster peak rapid charging, 194 litres more boot space and a 1.4s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Skoda Epiq comes out ahead overall.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Kia Soul EV or the Skoda Epiq?
The two are within 2 mm on width, so neither is meaningfully easier to thread into a tight space. In a standard 2,400 mm bay that leaves about 602 mm of total clearance for the Skoda Epiq 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 Skoda Epiq?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Kia Soul EV and 90% for the Skoda Epiq. That gives the Skoda Epiq a modest edge in retained real-world range. The Skoda Epiq's LFP-type pack tolerates daily 100% charging, while the Kia Soul EV's NMC-type pack lasts longest kept to about 80% for everyday use.
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 .