Comparison between:
- 2023 KIA Soul EV 64 kWh
- 2020 Hyundai IONIQ Electric 38.3 kWh
- 2020 Hyundai KONA Electric Premium 39 kWh
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2023 KIA Soul EV 64 kWh | 2020 Hyundai IONIQ Electric 38.3 kWh | 2020 Hyundai KONA Electric Premium 39 kWh | |
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| Model alias | e-Soul Soul Electric Soul EV Explore Soul EV Premium e-Soul Inspiration | - | KONA EV 39 kWh |
| Trim | 64 kWh | 38.3 kWh | Premium 39 kWh |
| Model year | 2023 | 2020 | 2020 |
| Market | Europe | North America, Europe | Europe, South Korea, India |
| Price | EUR 46,950 (Germany, Feb 2023) | - | GBP 35,000 (UK, Jan 2020) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Crossover | Hatchback | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) |
| Materials | Steel Aluminium | Aluminium High tensile strength steel | - |
| Exterior colors | Gravity Grey with Platinum Gold Cherry Black with Inferno Red Neptune Blue with Cherry Black | Phantom Black Polar White Iron Gray Intense Blue Fiery Red Fluidic Metal Electric Shadow Liquid Sand Typhoon Silver | Galaxy Grey Metallic Dark Knight Metallic Pulse Red Metallic Chalk White Metallic |
| Interior colors | - | Black Gray two-tone Electric Shadow | Black Grey |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 166.1 in 4220 mm | 176.0 in 4470 mm | 164.6 in 4180 mm |
| Width | 70.9 in 1800 mm | 71.7 in 1820 mm | 70.9 in 1800 mm |
| Width with mirrors | - | - | 81.5 in 2070 mm |
| Height | 63.2 in 1605 mm | 57.1 in 1450 mm | 61.8 in 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in 2600 mm | 106.3 in 2700 mm | 102.4 in 2600 mm |
| Front track | 61.6 in 1565 mm | 61.2 in 1555 mm | 61.6 in 1564 mm |
| Rear track | 62.0 in 1575 mm | 61.6 in 1564 mm | 62.0 in 1575 mm |
| Front overhang | - | 34.6 in 880 mm | - |
| Rear overhang | - | 35.0 in 890 mm | - |
| Clearance | 6.1 in 155 mm | 5.5 in 140 mm | 6.2 in 158 mm |
| Front headroom | 39.9 in 1013 mm | 39.5 in 1004 mm | 39.6 in 1005 mm |
| Rear headroom | 38.9 in 988 mm | 37.4 in 950 mm | 37.7 in 957 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 55.5 in 1410 mm | 56.1 in 1425 mm | 55.5 in 1410 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 54.7 in 1390 mm | 55.0 in 1396 mm | 54.5 in 1385 mm |
| Front hip room | 53.5 in 1359 mm | 53.8 in 1366 mm | 53.3 in 1354 mm |
| Rear hip room | 52.8 in 1341 mm | 52.9 in 1344 mm | 52.2 in 1326 mm |
| Front legroom | 41.1 in 1044 mm | 44.7 in 1136 mm | 41.5 in 1054 mm |
| Rear legroom | 36.5 in 927 mm | 31.5 in 800 mm | 33.4 in 848 mm |
| Passenger volume | 2765.0 l 97.65 ft3 2.77 m3 | - | 2661.8 l 94.00 ft3 2.66 m3 |
| Total volume | - | - | 2993.8 l 105.72 ft3 2.99 m3 |
| Trunk volume | 315.0 l 11.12 ft3 0.32 m3 | 357.0 l 12.61 ft3 0.36 m3 | 332.0 l 11.72 ft3 0.33 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1339.0 l 47.29 ft3 1.34 m3 | 1417.0 l 50.04 ft3 1.42 m3 | 1114.0 l 39.34 ft3 1.11 m3 |
| Curb weight | 3873.52 lb 1757 kg | 3366.46 lb 1527 kg | 3384.1 lb 1535 kg |
| Payload | - | 976.65 lb 443 kg | 1069.24 lb 485 kg |
| GVWR | 4806.08 lb 2180 kg | 4343.11 lb 1970 kg | 4453.34 lb 2020 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.35 Cd | 0.24 Cd | 0.29 Cd |
| Additional information | - | Curb weight excludes driver weight. | - |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | - | - | Siemens |
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Front | Front | Front |
| Voltage | 356 V | - | - |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 101 kW 136.1 hp 138.0 ps | 100 kW 134.1 hp 136.0 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 3800 - 8000 rpm | 2850 - 6000 rpm | - |
| Torque | 395 Nm 40.3 kgm 291.3 ft-lb | 295 Nm 30.1 kgm 217.6 ft-lb | 395 Nm 40.3 kgm 291.3 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | 3600 rpm | 1000 - 2850 rpm | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Eco Eco+ Comfort Sport | Eco Eco+ Comfort Sport | Eco Comfort Sport |
| Additional information | - | - | The electric motor manufacturer has not been officially confirmed by Hyundai. |
Total system power and torque
Information about the total system power and torque of the vehicle.
| Total system power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 101 kW 136.1 hp 138.0 ps | 100 kW 134.1 hp 136.0 ps |
| Total system torque | 395 Nm 40.3 kgm 291.3 ft-lb | 295 Nm 30.1 kgm 217.6 ft-lb | 395 Nm 40.3 kgm 291.3 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 103.8 mph 167.0 km/h | 102.5 mph 165.0 km/h | 96.3 mph 155.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 7.90 s | - | 9.70 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | WLTP, CMB: 280.9 mi / 452.0 km | EPA, CMB: 170.0 mi / 273.6 km WLTP, CMB: 193.2 mi / 311.0 km | WLTP, CMB: 189.5 mi / 305.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | WLTP, CMB: 15.7 kWh/100 km | EPA, CTY: 145 MPGe EPA, CMB: 25 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 133 MPGe EPA, HWY: 121 MPGe | WLTP, CMB: 14.3 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | A+++ | A+ | A+ |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion | Rack and pinion |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m 34.78 ft | 10.6 m 34.78 ft | 10.6 m 34.78 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.5 | 2.85 | 2.5 |
| Additional information | Steering ratio - 12.8:1 | Overall steering gear ratio - 15:1:1 | - |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Axle ratio | 8.206 | 7.412 | - |
Suspension
Information about the system of components that connects the wheels and axles to the chassis.
| Front suspension | Shock absorbers MacPherson strut Independent Coil springs (helical springs) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent MacPherson strut Shock absorbers Coil springs (helical springs) | Independent MacPherson strut Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers |
| Rear suspension | Shock absorbers Multi-link Independent Coil springs (helical springs) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) Shock absorbers | Independent Multi-link Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | 12.0 in 305 mm | - | - |
| Rear brakes | Discs | Discs | Discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | 11.8 in 300 mm | - | - |
| Additional information | - | Front brakes diameter - 280 mm Rear brakes diameter - 284 mm | - |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 7Jx17 | 6.5Jx16 ET45 | 7Jx17 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 215/55R17 | 205/60R16 R | 215/55R17 94V |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Battery capacity | 64 kWh | 38.3 kWh | 39.2 kWh |
| Manufacturer | SK Innovation | LG Chem | LG Chem |
| Model | - | LGX E63 | - |
| Type | NCM (NMC) | NCM622 | NCM622 |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) |
| Anode materials | Graphite | Graphite | Graphite |
| Number of cells | - | 176 | - |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.6 V | 3.6 V | 3.6 V |
| Cell cutoff voltage | 2.5 V | 2.5 V | 2.5 V |
| Battery voltage | 356 V | 319.4 V | 319 V |
| Energy density | 250 Wh/kg | 112.4 Wh/kg | - |
| Weight | 1007.51 lb 457 kg | 791.46 lb 359 kg | - |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, mid-rear |
| Cooling | Liquid-based coolant circulation | Liquid-based coolant circulation | Liquid-based coolant circulation Heat pump |
| Minimum ambient temperature | -35 °C -31 °F | - | - |
| Additional information | Battery Ah - 180 Ah Total capacity - 67 kWh Heat Pump HVAC system (inner condenser heating system) is optional | Total battery capacity - 40.4 kWh Optional battery heater. Quoted battery density above is without a battery heater. Energy density with battery heater - 111.2 Wh/kg. | Battery heater |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Type 2 CCS2 | Type 1 CCS1 Type 2 CCS2 | Type 2 CCS2 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 7.2 kW AC 11 kW DC 50 kW DC 100 kW | AC 6 kW DC 50 kW DC 100 kW AC 7.2 kW DC 50 kW DC 100 kW | AC 7.2 kW DC 50 kW DC 100 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | AC 7.2 kW, 8:54-10:28 | DC 100 kW, 0:23 DC 50 kW, 0:46 AC 7.2 kW, 5:20 | DC 100 kW, 0:24 DC 50 kW, 0:47 AC 7.2 kW, 5:27 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | Roof rails (S) SUV Pack (O) Anti lock Brake System (ABS) (S) Autonomous Emergency Brake (AEB) (S) Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW) (S) Brake Assist System (BAS) (S) Child lock on rear doors (S) Driver's side knee airbag (S) Dual front advanced airbags (S) Dual front seat mounted side airbags (S) eCall (S) Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with auto hold (S) Electronic Stability Control (ESC) (S) Emergency Stop Signalling (ESS) (S) Front and rear 3 point seat belts (S) Front seat belt pretensioners (S) Front seat belt reminder and buckle sensor (S) Full length side curtain airbags (S) Height adjustable front seat belt anchors (S) High Beam Assist (HBA) (S) Highway Driving Assist (HDA) (S) Hill start Assist Control (HAC) (S) Immobilizer (S) Impact sensing auto door unlock (S) ISOFIX on outer rear seats (S) Lane Departure Warning (LDW) (S) Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) (S) Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) (S) Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) (S) Pedestrian Warning System (S) Rear child safety door locks (S) Rear Cross Traffic Collision Warning (RCCW) (S) Rear parking system (S) Rear view camera with dynamic guidelines (S) Rollover sensor (S) Smart Cruise Control (SCC) with Stop & Go (S&G) (S) Speed sensing auto door locks (S) Tire Mobility Kit (TMK) (S) Tire Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) (S) Vehicle Stability Management (VSM) (S) 10.25" Touchscreen Satellite Navigation with reversing camera system (S) 12V power outlet (front) (S) 7" OLED Colour Display Cluster (S) AM/FM/MP3 audio system and DAB+ radio (S) Bluetooth wireless technology with voice recognition (S) front USB ports (1 charging, 1 input) (S) Ready for Apple CarPlay and Android Auto (S) Smart key with start/stop button (S) 6 x speakers (S) Climate control (S) Driver's Seat Power Lumbar Support (S) Power Driver Seat Adjustment (S) Heated Steering Wheel (S) Leather wrapped steering wheel (S) Tilt and telescopic steering column (S) 60/40 folding rear seats (S) Aero Blade Wipers (S) Automatic Window Defogger (S) Bodycolor outside door handles (S) Front windows with onetouch auto up/down and safety (S) Heated front seats (S) Power door locks with two turn entry system (S) Power front/rear windows (S) Privacy glass on rear (S) Rain Sensing Front Wipers (S) Satin Chrome Interior Door Handles (S) Sunvisors with Vanity Mirror Illumination (S) Auto-dimming Rear-view Mirror (S) Power adjustable heated side mirrors with LED turn signals (S) Automatic Headlight Control (S) Dual Full LED Headlamps (S) Front LED Fog Lamps (S) Front overhead console room lamp (S) LED Daytime Running Lights (S) LED Rear Combination Lights (S) Light sensor (S) Leather (S) | SmartSense active safety and driving assistance systems (S) 10.25-inch AVN screen (S) 7-inch LCD console display (S) Android Auto and Apple CarPlay support (S) Audio Video Navigation system (O) Blue Link connectivity services (S) Multi-Bluetooth function (with 10.25-inch AVN option only) (S) Blue ambient lighting (S) Black cloth (S) Dark Chrome Accent dashboard garnish (O) Leather in four color options (O) | Front cup holders (S) Metallic paint (O) Roof rails (S) Anti-lock brake system (S) Autonomous emergency braking with pedestrian recognition (S) Blind spot detection (S) Cruise control - smart adaptive speed control with stop/go (S) Drive mode selector (S) Electric parking brake (S) Electronic stability control (S) Forward collision warning (S) Front and rear parking sensors (S) Front and rear parking sensors (S) Front, front side and curtain airbags (S) Hill-start assist control (S) Immobiliser (S) ISLW (Intelligent Speed Limit Warning) (S) Keyless entry with engine start/stop button (S) Lane follow assist (S) Lane keep assist (S) Rear camera and guidance system for parking (S) Rear cross traffic alert (S) Regenerative brake shift paddles (S) Remote control central locking (S) Tyre pressure monitoring system (S) 10.25-inch touchscreen with Navigation with Bluelink & Mapcare (S) Android Auto and Appl CarPlay phone connection (S) Bluetooth with voice recognition (S) Driver's supervision instrument cluster with 7-inch TFT display (S) Front USB and AUX connections (S) Radio RDS and Digital DAB (S) 8 x speakers and subwoofer with KRELL Premium Audio (S) USB charger on center console (S) Wireless charging pad for smartphones (S) Adjustable head restraints (S) Driver's seat manual adjustments (S) Front passenger's seat manual adjustments (S) Manual driver seat height adjustment (S) Power lumbar support for driver's seat (S) Height and reach adjustble steering column (S) Leather wrapped steering wheel (S) Steering wheel audio control (S) Automatic windscreen wipers with rain sensor (S) Automatic Windscreen Wipers with Rain Sensor (S) Body-coloured exterior door handles (S) Chrome coloured interior door handles (S) Climate Control with Automatic De-fog System for Front Windscreen (S) One-touch power front windows with anti-trap mechanism (S) Power front and rear windows (S) Privacy glass - rear side and tailgate (S) Solar glass with windscreen shade band (S) Windscreen auto defog function (S) Windscreen washer fluid sensor and warning indicator (S) Automatic Dimming Rear View Mirror (S) Body-coloured side mirrors (S) Front sun visiors with illuminated vanity mirrors (S) Power-adjusting and power-folding heated side mirrors (S) Automatic headlights with dusk sensor (S) Front and center interior lights (S) Halogen headlights (S) LED daytime running lights (S) LED positioning lights (S) LED rear lights (S) Side mirrors cornering lights (S) Cloth (S) |
Additional information
Additional information about this electric vehicle.
| Additional information | Kia Soul EV / e-Soul trim levels: The Netherlands - ComfortLine / DynamicLine / DynamicPlusLine / ExecutiveLine | - | - |
| 2023 KIA Soul EV 64 kWh | 2020 Hyundai IONIQ Electric 38.3 kWh | 2020 Hyundai KONA Electric Premium 39 kWh |