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Kia Soul EV vs Kia Soul EV (2014-2019)
Selected trim64kWh · 2020-24Change trim281 mi · 67.5 kWh · £37,295
Selected trim27kWh · 2014-19Not available · 30 kWh · £29,995
At a glance
In this comparison, Kia Soul EV leads on motorway range and running costs, while the Kia Soul EV leads on family practicality.
Which should you choose?
Choose the Kia Soul EV if...
- you do long motorway journeys - it has the best estimated real-world range at speed
- you want the lowest running costs - from just 2p per mile on off-peak electricity
Choose the Kia Soul EV (2014-2019) if...
- you need the most family-friendly option with good safety and space
How we reached the recommendation
Verdict
Our take
The Kia Soul EV edges ahead overall, but it's close - check which categories matter most to you.
Value
Soul EV
4.3
Soul EV
4.7
Too close to call
Motorway RangeSoul EV
Soul EV
3.9
Soul EV
0
FamilySoul EV
Soul EV
2.4
Soul EV
4.2
Cost Per MileSoul EV
Soul EV
5.9
Soul EV
0
City Driving
Soul EV
7.5
Soul EV
7.9
Too close to call
What each car does better
See the specification differences behind the verdict, with supporting figures for each advantage.
Key specifications
Compare the key specifications for your selected trims.
| Measure | Kia Soul EV64kWh | Kia Soul EV27kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Price | £37,295 | £29,995 (better) |
| Official range | 281 miles | Not available |
| Boot space | 315 L (better) | 281 L |
| 10-80% rapid charge | 47 min | Not available |
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec (better) | 11.2 sec |
Size Comparison
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Kia Soul EV
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Length
Kia Soul EV4,195mm
Kia Soul EV4,140mm-55mm
Width
Kia Soul EV1,800mm
Kia Soul EV1,800mm
Height
Kia Soul EV1,600mm
Kia Soul EV1,593mm-7mm
Space, size & parking
Parking & manoeuvring
Compare exterior dimensions to assess how each car fits UK parking spaces.
| Measure | Kia Soul EV64kWh | Kia Soul EV27kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Length | 4,195 mm | 4,140 mm |
| Width (mirrors folded) | 1,800 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Width with mirrors out | 2,040 mm | 2,040 mm |
| Height | 1,600 mm | 1,593 mm |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m | 10.6 m |
| Clearance in a standard bayA standard UK parking bay is 2,400 mm wide. | 600 mm spare | 600 mm spare |
People & luggage
Compare seating, child-seat mounting points, boot space and towing capacity.
| Measure | Kia Soul EV64kWh | Kia Soul EV27kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| ISOFIX child-seat points | 2 | 2 |
| Boot space (seats up) | 315 L (better) | 281 L |
| Boot space (seats down) | 1339 L | Not available |
Full specifications
| Specification |  Kia Soul EV 64kWh | Kia Soul EV 27kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Dimensions | ||
| Length | 4.20m | 4.14m-55mm |
| Width | 1.80m | 1.80m |
| Width (mirrors) | 2.04m | 2.04m |
| Height | 1.60m | 1.59m-7mm |
| Wheelbase | 2.60m | 2.57m-30mm |
| Ground Clearance | 160mm | 158mm-2mm |
| Capacity | ||
| Boot (seats up) | 315L (better) | 281L |
| Boot (seats down) | 1339L | Not available |
| Seats | 5 | 5 |
| Practicality | ||
| Turning Circle | 10.6m | 10.6m |
| Kerb Weight | 1,758kg | 1,580kg (better) |
| Electric | ||
| Battery | 67.5kWh (better) | 30kWh |
| Range (WLTP) | 281 mi | Not available |
| Max DC Charge | 100kW (better) | 50kW |
| Pricing | ||
| UK MSRP | £37,295 | £29,995 (better) |
| Details | ||
| Body Style | SUV | SUV |
| Available | 2020–2024 | 2014–2019 |
Range & charging
Range, charging & battery
Check official and estimated driving range alongside charging speeds, efficiency and battery technology.
| Measure | Kia Soul EV64kWh | Kia Soul EV27kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Official range (WLTP) | 281 miles | Not available |
| Estimated motorway rangeEVcarsguide estimate at sustained motorway speed. | 234 miles | Not available |
| 10-80% rapid charge time | 47 min | Not available |
| Max rapid charge rate | 100 kW (better) | 50 kW |
| Home AC charging | 7.2 kW (better) | 6.6 kW |
| Usable battery capacity | 64 kWh (better) | 27 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 | Kia Soul EV64kWh | Kia Soul EV27kWh |
|---|---|---|
| 0-62 mph | 7.9 sec (better) | 11.2 sec |
| Power | 150 kW (better) | 81 kW |
| Torque | 395 Nm (better) | 285 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
64kWh
No critic reviews gathered yet for this car.
Kia Soul EV
27kWh
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 EV64kWh | Kia Soul EV27kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Used market price from | £11,889 | £5,995 |
| Average used price | £13,247 | £7,395 |
| Active used listings trackedIndependent UK dealer listings seen in the last 90 days. | 6 listings | 11 listings (better) |
| Recent used-price trend | Up 64.4% over ~6 months | Up 7.3% 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
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
Warranty
Check the published battery warranty cover for each selected trim.
| Measure | Kia Soul EV64kWh | Kia Soul EV27kWh |
|---|---|---|
| Battery warranty | 7 years | 7 years |
| Battery warranty distance | 160,000 km (better) | 150,000 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, dealer & service support. Worth checking on a test drive whichever you choose.
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.
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.
Buying options
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Kia Soul EV
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Kia Soul EV
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Live used listings
Active inventory from independent UK dealers.
Kia Soul EV
- £14,3952020Drive GreenView
- £11,7952020Drive GreenView
Kia Soul EV
- £13,2952017EVHEROView
- £7,3952018Drive GreenView
- £5,9952017Drive GreenView
Frequently asked questions
Is the Kia Soul EV worth the extra £7,300 over the Kia Soul EV?
The Kia Soul EV costs £7,300 more than the Kia Soul EV. For that premium it adds 50 kW faster peak rapid charging, 69 kW more power and a 3.3s quicker 0-62mph time. On EVcarsguide's combined category scores, the Kia Soul EV comes out ahead overall.
Which is easier to park and drive in town, the Kia Soul EV or the Kia Soul EV?
The two are within 0 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 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 Kia Soul EV?
Over a 8-year ownership window EVcarsguide's degradation model projects roughly 84% battery health for the Kia Soul EV 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. Both batteries carry a 7-year manufacturer warranty.
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 .