Comparison between:
- 2020 KIA Soul EV 64 kWh
- 2025 KIA EV3 81.4 kWh
Brand, model, trim, price
Information about the brand, series, model name and year, trim and price of the electric vehicle.
| 2020 KIA Soul EV 64 kWh | 2025 KIA EV3 81.4 kWh | |
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| Model alias | e-Soul Soul Electric | - |
| Trim | 64 kWh | 81.4 kWh |
| Model year | 2020 (MY20) | 2025 (MY25) |
| Market | Europe | Europe |
| Price | EUR 37,790 (DE, Jul 2019) EUR 42,995 (NL, Jul 2019) EUR 41,300 (ES, Jul 2019) EUR 42,725 (ES, Jul 2019) | - |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Crossover | Crossover |
| Materials | Steel Aluminium | Steel Aluminum |
| Exterior colors | Gravity Grey with Platinum Gold Cherry Black with Inferno Red Neptune Blue with Cherry Black | Pistachio Green Frost Blue Shale Grey Sunset Orange Lithium Silver White Pearl Aurora Black Pearl Ivory Silver Glossy Ivory Silver Matt Snow White Pearl Aventurine Green Terra Cotta Clear White |
| Interior colors | - | Black Grey |
| Number of doors | 5 | 5 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 165.2 in 4195 mm | 169.3 in 4300 mm |
| Width | 70.9 in 1800 mm | 72.8 in 1850 mm |
| Height | 63.0 in 1600 mm | 61.4 in 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in 2601 mm | 105.5 in 2680 mm |
| Front track | 61.6 in 1565 mm | 63.5 in 1614 mm |
| Rear track | 62.0 in 1575 mm | 63.4 in 1611 mm |
| Front overhang | 34.1 in 866 mm | 31.9 in 810 mm |
| Rear overhang | 28.7 in 729 mm | 31.9 in 810 mm |
| Approach angle | 16.2 ° | - |
| Departure angle | 29.6 ° | - |
| Clearance | 6.1 in 155 mm | 5.5 in 140 mm |
| Front headroom | 39.9 in 1013 mm | - |
| Rear headroom | 38.9 in 988 mm | - |
| Front shoulder room | 55.5 in 1410 mm | - |
| Rear shoulder room | 54.7 in 1390 mm | - |
| Front hip room | 53.5 in 1359 mm | - |
| Rear hip room | 52.8 in 1341 mm | - |
| Front legroom | 41.1 in 1044 mm | - |
| Rear legroom | 36.5 in 927 mm | - |
| Trunk volume | - | 460.0 l 16.24 ft3 0.46 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | - | 1251.0 l 44.18 ft3 1.25 m3 |
| Secondary trunk volume | - | 25.0 l 0.88 ft3 0.03 m3 |
| Curb weight | 3708.18 lb 1682 kg | 4254.92 lb 1930 kg |
| Payload | 1097.9 lb 498 kg | - |
| GVWR | 4806.08 lb 2180 kg | 5191.89 lb 2355 kg |
| Towing capacity braked | - | 2204.62 lb 1000 kg |
| Towing capacity unbraked | - | 1102.31 lb 500 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.35 Cd | 0.263 Cd |
| Additional information | Min VDA trunk volume (rear seats up) - 315 l Max VDA trunk volume (rear seats down) - 1339 l | - |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Electric motor type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Location of the motor | Front | Front |
| Voltage | 356 V | 400 V |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 3800 - 8000 rpm | 5200 - 9600 rpm |
| Torque | 395 Nm 40.3 kgm 291.3 ft-lb | 283 Nm 28.9 kgm 208.7 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | 3600 rpm | 5000 rpm |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Eco Eco+ Comfort Sport | Eco Normal Sport Snow My Drive |
| Additional information | Smart regenerative braking operated via paddle shifters. Four regen braking levels (0 to 3). | - |
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 | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps |
| Total system torque | 395 Nm 40.3 kgm 291.3 ft-lb | 283 Nm 28.9 kgm 208.7 ft-lb |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 103.8 mph 167.0 km/h | 107.5 mph 173.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 7.60 s | 7.90 s |
| Acceleration from 0 to 60 mph | 7.30 s | - |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | EPA, CMB: 243.0 mi / 391.1 km WLTP, CMB: 280.9 mi / 452.0 km | WLTP, CMB: 349.8 mi / 563.0 km WLTP, CMB: 375.9 mi / 605.0 km |
Energy efficiency
Information about the energy efficiency of the model in various measurement units according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Energy efficiency | EPA, CTY: 127 MPGe EPA, CMB: 30 kWh/100 mi EPA, CMB: 114 MPGe EPA, HWY: 101 MPGe WLTP, CTY: 10.9 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 15.7 kWh/100 km | WLTP, CTY: 10.7 kWh/100 km WLTP, CTY: 11.6 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 14.9 kWh/100 km WLTP, CMB: 16.2 kWh/100 km WLTP, HWY: 19.5 kWh/100 km WLTP, HWY: 21.2 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | - | 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 |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | Electronic |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m 34.78 ft | 10.4 m 34.12 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.5 | - |
| Additional information | Steering ratio - 12.8:1 | - |
Transmission
Information about the transmission of the model.
| Type of transmission | Automatic single-speed reduction gear | Automatic single-speed reduction gear |
| Drivetrain | Front-wheel drive (FWD) | Front-wheel drive (FWD) |
| Axle ratio | 8.206 | 11.55 |
| Axle ratio of the second electric motor. | - | 2.66 |
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 |
| Rear suspension | Shock absorbers Multi-link Independent Coil springs (helical springs) Anti-roll bar (stabilizer link / stabilizer bar) | Independent 4-link |
Brakes
Information about the brake system used on this model.
| Front brakes | Ventilated discs | Ventilated discs |
| Front disc brake diameter | 12.0 in 305 mm | 11.8 in 300 mm |
| Front disc brake thickness | - | 0.4 in 10 mm |
| Rear brakes | Discs | Discs |
| Rear disc brake diameter | 11.8 in 300 mm | 11.8 in 300 mm |
| Rear disc brake thickness | - | 0.4 in 10 mm |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 7Jx17 | 7Jx17 ET48 7.5Jx19 ET50 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 215/55R17 | 215/60R17 96H 215/50R19 97H |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Usable (net) battery capacity | 64 kWh | - |
| Total (gross) battery capacity | 67 kWh | - |
| Battery capacity | - | 81.4 kWh |
| Battery capacity in Ah | 180 Ah | 237.3 Ah |
| Manufacturer | SK Innovation | - |
| Type | NCM (NMC) | Lithium-Ion |
| Cathode materials | Lithium Nickel Cobalt Manganese Oxide (LiNiCoMnO2) | - |
| Cell nominal voltage | 3.6 V - 3.7 V | - |
| Cell max charge voltage | 4.2 V | - |
| Cell min discharge voltage | 2.5 V - 3 V | - |
| Battery voltage | 356 V | 343 V |
| Energy density | 250 Wh/kg | - |
| Weight | 1007.51 lb 457 kg | 1036.17 lb 470 kg |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, middle |
| Thermal Management | Liquid-based coolant circulation Optional heat pump | - |
| Minimum ambient temperature | -35 °C -31 °F | - |
| Additional information | - | 12V battery capacity - 60 Ah |
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 2 CCS2 |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC 7.2 kW DC 50 kW DC 100 kW | AC 6.9 kW AC 10.5 kW DC 128 kW |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | DC 100 kW, 0:31-0:39 DC 50 kW, 1:02-1:17 AC 7.2 kW, 8:54 | DC 350 kW, 0:31 DC 50 kW, 1:19 AC 10.5 kW, 7:15 AC 6.9 kW, 32:10 |
Additional features
A list of standard and optional exterior and interior features of the model.
| Additional features | 2- tier rear cargo floor (S) Body color bumpers with gloss black accents (S) Cargo net (O) Cargo screen (S) Charge port nozzle lock (S) Crossbars (O) Front center console with cup holders, armrest and storage box (S) Heat Pump HVAC system (inner condenser heating system) (O) High Voltage Positive Temperature Coefficient (PTC) Heater (S) Luggage net hook (S) Overhead console with sunglass holder (S) Rear center arm rest with cup holder (S) Roof rack ready (mounting points) (O) Rotary dial transmission gear shift knob (S) Unique "Eco Electric" hatch emblem (S) Unique front grille insert (S) Anti lock Brake System (ABS) (S) Autonomous Emergency Brake (AEB) (S) Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW) (S) Brake Assist System (BAS) (S) Driver's side knee airbag (S) Dual front advanced airbags (S) Dual front seat mounted side airbags (S) Electronic Parking Brake (EPB) with auto hold (S) Electronic Stability Control (ESC) (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) Hill start Assist Control (HAC) (S) Immobilizer (S) Impact sensing auto door unlock (S) Lane Departure Warning (LDW) (S) Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) (S) Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH) (S) Parking Distance Warning Reverse (PDW R) (S) Pedestrian Warning System (S) Rear child safety door locks (S) Rear Cross Traffic Collision Warning (RCCW) (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) 1 rear USB port (S) 10.25" touchscreen color audio display unit with integrated rear view camera with parking guidance, (S) 12V power outlet (front) (S) 2 front USB ports (1 charging, 1 input) (S) 7" color LCD supervision meter cluster (S) AM/FM/MP3 audio system (S) Bluetooth wireless technology with voice recognition (S) Charge status indicator, 3 level lights on instrument panel (S) Climate and charging scheduling (S) Digital clock (S) Navigation system with EV charging stations (S) Outside temperature display (S) Smart Key with Push button start, Smart trunk and panic alarm (S) 8 x speaker surround sound Harman Kardon Premium Audio system with subwoofer and Clari Fi technology (S) 6 x speakers (S) Trip computer (S) UVO link infotainment System with smartphone integration (S) Wireless phone charging (S) Air conditioning with auto defog and cluster ionizer (S) Driver only air condition function (S) Rear heater ducts (under front seats) (S) 6-way manual adjustable driver's seat with 2-way height adjuster (S) 60/40 split folding rear seats (S) 8-way power adjustable driver's seat with 2-way power lumbar support and 2-way power height adjust (S) Front and rear adjustable headrests (S) Heated front seats (2-levels) (S) Heated steering wheel (S) Leather wrapped steering wheel (S) Polyurethane wrapped steering wheel (S) Steering wheel mounted audio control buttons (S) Tilt and telescopic steering column (S) Aero blade type windshield wipers (S) Body color outside door handles (S) Door scuff plate (S) Door waistline and wheel arch molding (S) Driver's one touch auto up/down and safety (S) Front and rear door bottle holder (O) Front passenger seatback pockets (S) Front variable intermittent windshield wipers (S) Matte silver inside door handles (S) Passenger's one touch auto up/down and safety (S) Power door locks with two turn entry system (S) Power front/rear windows (S) Privacy glass (rear door windows, rear quarter, back lite) (S) Satin Chrome inside door handles (S) Side sill and belt line molding (S) Solar control glass (windshield with shade band, front door windows) (S) Auto Dimming rear view mirror (S) Body color outside mirrors with gloss black base (S) Day and night rear view mirror (S) Gloss black outside mirrors with gloss black base (S) Outside mirrors with turn signal indicators (S) Power adjustable heated outside mirrors (S) Sunvisor vanity mirrors with covers, and sliding (S) Cargo light (S) Charge port light (S) Fog lights (S) Front overhead console room lamp (S) Illuminated sunvisor (S) LED Daytime Running Lights (DRL) (S) LED fog lights (S) LED headlights with auto light control, leveling and escort function (S) LED High Mounted Stop Lamp (O) LED High Mounted Stop Lamp (S) LED positioning headlights (S) LED turn signal lamps (S) Rear LED combination lights (S) Room lamp (S) Leatherette upper console (S) Sofino leather seat trim (S) Woven and Tricot cloth seat trim (S) | - |
| 2020 KIA Soul EV 64 kWh | 2025 KIA EV3 81.4 kWh |