Comparison between:
- 2023 KIA Soul EV 64 kWh
- 2019 Hyundai KONA Electric 64 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 | 2019 Hyundai KONA Electric 64 kWh | |
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| Model alias | e-Soul Soul Electric Soul EV Explore Soul EV Premium e-Soul Inspiration | KONA EV 64 kWh |
| Trim | 64 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Model year | 2023 | 2019 |
| Market | Europe | North America, Europe, South Korea |
| Price | EUR 46,950 (Germany, Feb 2023) | USD 36,950 (USA, Jul 2019) GBP 35,706 (UK, Jul 2019) EUR 39,000 (EU, Jul 2019) |
Body style, dimensions, volumes, weights.
Information about the EV body style, dimensions, clearance, volumes, curb weight, GVWR.
| Body style | Crossover | Sport utility vehicle (SUV) |
| Materials | Steel Aluminium | - |
| Exterior colors | Gravity Grey with Platinum Gold Cherry Black with Inferno Red Neptune Blue with Cherry Black | Galaxy Grey Metallic Ceramic Blue Metallic Chalk White Metallic Dark Knight Metallic Tangerine Comet Metallic Pulse Red Metallic Acid Yello Metallic |
| Interior colors | - | Black Grey |
| Number of doors | 5 | 4 |
| Number of seats | 5 | 5 |
| Length | 166.1 in 4220 mm | 164.6 in 4180 mm |
| Width | 70.9 in 1800 mm | 70.9 in 1800 mm |
| Width with mirrors | - | 81.5 in 2070 mm |
| Height | 63.2 in 1605 mm | 61.8 in 1570 mm |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in 2600 mm | 102.4 in 2600 mm |
| Front track | 61.6 in 1565 mm | 61.6 in 1564 mm |
| Rear track | 62.0 in 1575 mm | 62.0 in 1575 mm |
| Clearance | 6.1 in 155 mm | 6.2 in 158 mm |
| Front headroom | 39.9 in 1013 mm | 39.6 in 1005 mm |
| Rear headroom | 38.9 in 988 mm | 37.7 in 957 mm |
| Front shoulder room | 55.5 in 1410 mm | 55.5 in 1410 mm |
| Rear shoulder room | 54.7 in 1390 mm | 54.5 in 1385 mm |
| Front hip room | 53.5 in 1359 mm | 53.3 in 1354 mm |
| Rear hip room | 52.8 in 1341 mm | 52.2 in 1326 mm |
| Front legroom | 41.1 in 1044 mm | 41.5 in 1054 mm |
| Rear legroom | 36.5 in 927 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 | 332.0 l 11.72 ft3 0.33 m3 |
| Maximum trunk volume | 1339.0 l 47.29 ft3 1.34 m3 | 1114.0 l 39.34 ft3 1.11 m3 |
| Curb weight | 3873.52 lb 1757 kg | 3714.79 lb 1685 kg |
| Payload | - | 1069.24 lb 485 kg |
| GVWR | 4806.08 lb 2180 kg | 4784.03 lb 2170 kg |
| Drag coefficient | 0.35 Cd | 0.29 Cd |
| Additional information | - | Cargo and passenger volume are VDA stated for Europe. US cargo volume with rear seats up is 19.2 cu.ft. / 543.68 l US cargo volume with rear seats down is 45.8 cu.ft. / 1296.9 l US passenger volume without pano sunroof is 94.1 cu.ft. / 2664.6 l US total volume without pano sunroof is 113.3 cu.ft. / 3208.3 l |
Electric motor
Information about the model's electric motor and its performance
| Manufacturer | - | Siemens |
| Electric motor type | Permanent magnet synchronous | Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Location of the motor | Front | Front |
| Voltage | 356 V | - |
| Power | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps | 150 kW 201.2 hp 203.9 ps |
| Maximum power RPM | 3800 - 8000 rpm | - |
| Torque | 395 Nm 40.3 kgm 291.3 ft-lb | 395 Nm 40.3 kgm 291.3 ft-lb |
| Maximum torque RPM | 3600 rpm | - |
| Regenerative braking | Yes | Yes |
| Driving modes | Eco Eco+ Comfort Sport | Eco Comfort Sport |
| Additional information | - | The electric motor manufacturer has not been officially confirmed by Hyundai. Three levels of regenerative braking. |
Performance
Information about the top speed and acceleration of the model.
| Top speed | 103.8 mph 167.0 km/h | 103.8 mph 167.0 km/h |
| Acceleration from 0 to 100 km/h | 7.90 s | 7.60 s |
Driving range
Information about the official driving range of the model according to EPA, NEDC, WPTL.
| Driving range | WLTP: 280.9 mi / 452.0 km | EPA: 257.9 mi / 415.0 km WLTP: 279.0 mi / 449.0 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, HWY: 108 MPGe EPA, CMB: 120 MPGe EPA, CTY: 132 MPGe WLTP, CMB: 15.4 kWh/100 km |
Energy class
Information about the energy class of the electric car.
| Energy class | A+++ | A+ |
Steering
Information about the type of the steering mechanism of the model and related features.
| Type of steering mechanism | Rack and pinion | - |
| Type of power steering | Electronic | - |
| Turning circle | 10.6 m 34.78 ft | 10.6 m 34.78 ft |
| Lock-to-lock turns | 2.5 | 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 | 7.981 |
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 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) | 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 |
| Rear brakes | Discs | Discs |
| Additional information | Front brakes diameter - 12 in Rear brakes diameter - 11.8 in | - |
Rims
Information about the rims available for this electric car.
| Rims | 7Jx17 | 7Jx17 |
Tyres
Information about the tyres available for this electric vehicle.
| Tyres | 215/55R17 | 215/55R17 94V |
Battery
Specifications and features of the rechargeable battery that powers this vehicle.
| Manufacturer | SK Innovation | LG Chem |
| Model | - | NCM 622 |
| Type of rechargeable battery | Li-Ion Polymer | Li-Ion Polymer |
| Battery capacity | 64 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Number of cells | - | 294 |
| Number of modules | - | 5 |
| Voltage | 356 V | 356 V |
| Energy density | 250 Wh/kg | - |
| Weight | 1007.51 lb 457 kg | - |
| Location | Under the floor, middle | Under the floor, mid-rear |
| Cooling | Water-based coolant circulation | Water-based coolant circulation |
| Minimum ambient temperature | -35 °C -31 °F | - |
| Additional information | Battery Ah - 180 Ah Actual battery capacity is 67 kWh - 64 kWh is the usable capacity. Nickel-cobalt-manganese cathode Heat Pump HVAC system (inner condenser heating system) is optional | Heat pump for warming up the battery is available only in select markets such as Canada |
Charging type
Information about the different types of charging of this specific electric car.
| Charging type | AC charging, 7.2 kW AC charging, 11 kW DC charging, 50 kW DC charging, 100 kW | ICCB cable for AC charging, 2.1 kW POD Point Wallbox, 7.2 kW Public CCS, 50 kW Public CCS, 100 kW |
Onboard charger/Charging port
Information about the onboard charger(s)/charging port(s) available on this electric vehicle.
| Onboard charger/Charging port | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2 Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2 | Onboard charger, Type 2 CCS2 |
Charging time
Information about the estimated charging time for this EV depending on the various type of charging it supports.
| Charging time | AC charging 7.2 kW, 8:54-10:28 | Public CCS 100 kW, 0:39 Public CCS 50 kW, 1:17 POD Point Wallbox, 8:54 ICCB cable for AC charging, 30:29 |
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) | 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, front side and curtain airbags (S) Hill-start assist control (S) Immobiliser (S) Keyless entry with engine start/stop button (S) Lane allow assist (S) Lane keep assist (S) Rear camera and guidance system for parking (S) Rear cross traffic alert (S) Rear cross traffic alert (S) Rear parking sensors (S) Regenerative brake shift paddles (S) Remote control central locking (S) Tyre pressure monitoring system (S) 7-inch touchscreen with audio and smart device integration (S) 8-inch touchscreen with navigation, TMC, Mapcare, LIVE services (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) Head-up display (S) Radio RDS and Digital DAB (S) 6 x speakers (2 front, 2 rear, 2 tweeters) (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 and rear seat power adjustment, including height (S) Front passenger's seat manual adjustments (S) Heated and ventilated front seats (S) Manual driver seat height adjustment (S) Power lumbar support for driver's seat (S) Heated stearing wheel (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) Body-coloured exterior door handles (S) Chrome coloured interior door handles (S) One-touch power front windows with anti-trap mechanism (S) Power rear windows (S) Privacy glass - rear side and tailgate (S) Solarg glass with windscreen shade band (S) Windscreen auto defog function (S) Windscreen washer fluid sensor and warning indicator (S) Auto-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) Power-adjusting heated side mirrors (S) Automatic headlights with dusk sensor (S) Front and center interior lights (S) Full LED headlights (S) Halogen headlights (S) High beam assist (S) LED daytime running lights (S) LED positioning lights (S) LED rear lights (S) Side mirrors cornering lights (S) Static cornering lights (S) Cloth (S) Leather surfaces on seats (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 | 2019 Hyundai KONA Electric 64 kWh |