Kia Soul EV vs Chevrolet Volt
Overview | |
Years produced2011-2019 | Years produced2015-2023 |
MSRP$33,170 | MSRP$33,950 |
Listings672 | Listings44 |
Ratings & Reviews | |
User Reviews | User Reviews |
Expert reviews8.0 out of 10 | Expert reviews6.7 out of 10 |
Pros
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Reviews SummaryCompromises are inherently dissatisfying, but the redesigned 2016 Chevrolet Volt represents a rare exception to this rule. The Volt provides half the range of a traditional electric car and returns fewer miles per gallon than a Toyota Prius. This compromise, however, is brilliant, because the Volt’s special powertrain allows for electric mobility the majority of the time while completely eliminating a phenomenon known as “range anxiety.” | |
Reviews SummaryKia estimates the 2019 Soul EV will provide up to 111 miles of driving range on a single charge. By modern standards, that is not an impressive number. But the Soul EV is reasonably priced and well equipped, and when you need maximum cargo space or room for some furry friends, its cube-shaped design sure comes in handy. | |
Popular Features & Specs | |
Engine1.5L 149 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine109 hp Electric |
Drive TrainFWD | Drive TrainFWD |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Horsepower | Horsepower109 hp @ 2730 rpm |
EV Battery Capacity18 kWh | EV Battery Capacity30 kWh |
MPG City113 | MPG City124 |
MPG Highway99 | MPG Highway93 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)33 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V)4.5 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V)6 hours |
Engine | |
Engine Name1.5L 149 hp I4 Hybrid | Engine Name109 hp Electric |
Horsepower | Horsepower109 hp @ 2730 rpm |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | Battery Charge Time (120V)33 hours |
Battery Charge Time (240V)4.5 hours | Battery Charge Time (240V)6 hours |
DrivetrainFWD | DrivetrainFWD |
Fuel Economy | |
EV Battery Capacity18 kWh | EV Battery Capacity30 kWh |
MPG City113 | MPG City124 |
MPG Highway99 | MPG Highway93 |
Interior | |
Seating Capacity5 | Seating Capacity5 |
Key Features | |
Navigation System | Navigation SystemOptional |
Dimensions & Capacity | |
Cargo Space10.6 cu ft | Cargo Space18.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight3543 lbs | Curb Weight3289 lbs |
Height56.4 in | Height63.0 in |
Length180.4 in | Length163.0 in |
Width71.2 in | Width70.9 in |
Wheelbase106.1 in | Wheelbase101.2 in |
Maximum Payload | Maximum Payload1032 lbs |
Number of doors4 | Number of doors4 |
Overview | ||
Years produced | 2011-2019 | 2015-2023 |
MSRP | $33,170 | $33,950 |
Listings | ||
Ratings & Reviews | ||
User reviews | ||
Expert reviews | 8.0 out of 10Read full review | 6.7 out of 10Read full review |
Pros & cons | Pros
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Summary | Compromises are inherently dissatisfying, but the redesigned 2016 Chevrolet Volt represents a rare exception to this rule. The Volt provides half the range of a traditional electric car and returns fewer miles per gallon than a Toyota Prius. This compromise, however, is brilliant, because the Volt’s special powertrain allows for electric mobility the majority of the time while completely eliminating a phenomenon known as “range anxiety.” | Kia estimates the 2019 Soul EV will provide up to 111 miles of driving range on a single charge. By modern standards, that is not an impressive number. But the Soul EV is reasonably priced and well equipped, and when you need maximum cargo space or room for some furry friends, its cube-shaped design sure comes in handy. |
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Popular Features & Specs | ||
Engine | 1.5L 149 hp I4 Hybrid | 109 hp Electric |
Drive Train | FWD | FWD |
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Horsepower | 109 hp @ 2730 rpm | |
EV Battery Capacity | 18 kWh | 30 kWh |
MPG City | 113 | 124 |
MPG Highway | 99 | 93 |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 33 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 4.5 hours | 6 hours |
Engine | ||
Engine Name | 1.5L 149 hp I4 Hybrid | 109 hp Electric |
Horsepower | 109 hp @ 2730 rpm | |
Battery Charge Time (120V) | 33 hours | |
Battery Charge Time (240V) | 4.5 hours | 6 hours |
Drivetrain | FWD | FWD |
Fuel Economy | ||
EV Battery Capacity | 18 kWh | 30 kWh |
MPG City | 113 | 124 |
MPG Highway | 99 | 93 |
Interior | ||
Seating Capacity | 5 | 5 |
Key Features | ||
Navigation System | Optional | |
Dimensions & Capacity | ||
Cargo Space | 10.6 cu ft | 18.8 cu ft |
Curb Weight | 3543 lbs | 3289 lbs |
Height | 56.4 in | 63.0 in |
Length | 180.4 in | 163.0 in |
Width | 71.2 in | 70.9 in |
Wheelbase | 106.1 in | 101.2 in |
Maximum Payload | 1032 lbs | |
Number of doors | 4 | 4 |
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