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| Features | Kia e-Soul | Kia Niro EV |
|---|---|---|
| Autonomy (WLTP) | 452 km | 460 km |
| Capacity battery | 64 kWh | 64 kWh |
| Acceleration 0 - 100 km/h | 9,8 s | 9,8 s |
| Tare weight | 1,657 kg | 1,737 kg |
| Prices | 41 690 € | 44 490 € |
| Ecological bonus for private individuals | 5 000 € | 5 000 € |
| Ecological bonus for professionals | 3 000 € | 3 000 € |
| Company car tax | 0 € | 0 € |
| Slow load (0 to 100 %) | 10h30 | 7h |
| Fast charge (10 to 80 %) | 44 minutes | 41 minutes |
KIA Niro EV VS KIA e-Soul: Performance
The powertrain of the KIA Niro EV can issue up to 150 kW (204 bhp) of power in its 64 kWh battery version. This enables it to accelerate from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.8 seconds and reach a top speed of 167 km/h.
Aboard the KIA e SoulThe same 100 kW (136 bhp) and 150 kW (204 bhp) engines deliver 395 Nm of torque. However, it weighs around 50 kg less and its acceleration profile is the same: the KIA e Soul accelerates from 0 to 100 km/h in 7.9 seconds with the 150 kW engine and 9.8 seconds with the 100 kW engine.
In terms of driving pleasure, both vehicles are capable of lively acceleration. They are both equipped with 4 driving modes: Sport, Normal, Eco and Eco+. The latter restricts the use of air conditioning and heating, and limits the maximum speed to 90 km/h.
Draw :
The two vehicles are similar in terms of performance.
| Vehicle model | Power (kW / 395 Nm) | 0 to 100 km/h |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Niro EV | 150 (204 bhp) | 7.8 seconds |
| Kia e-Soul 39 kWh | 100 (136 bhp) | 9.9 seconds |
| Kia e-Soul 64 kWh | 150 (204 bhp) | 7.9 seconds |
Power summary: KIA Niro EV VS Kia e soul
KIA Niro EV VS KIA e-Soul: Autonomy
On the autonomy side, whether it's the KIA Niro EV or the KIA e Soul, the equation is the same. With its 64 kWh battery, the Niro EV has a range of 460 km according to the WLTP cycle. The KIA e Soul does less well, with a range of 277 km. On the version with the 64 kWh battery, the range is 452 km.
In terms of fuel consumption, the two models are the same. In road tests, both Electric SUVs have more or less the same autonomy.
On the motorway, the two Electric SUVs are proving to be particularly efficient thanks to a aerodynamics and a powerful engine. You can easily cover more than 300 km with the long-range version on fast roads.
The battery packs are designed by LG Chem. They are liquid-cooled, enabling them to maintain their performance in the event of multiple rapid recharging sessions or very high or very low outside temperatures.
Draw :
The two vehicles are similar in terms of range.
Range summary table: KIA Niro EV vs KIA e Soul
| Vehicle model | WLTP range | Combined fuel consumption WLTP (kWh/100 km) |
|---|---|---|
| Kia Niro EV | 460 km | 17,6 |
| Kia e-Soul 39 kWh | 452 km | 14,5 |
| Kia e-Soul 64 kWh | 452 km | 15,7 |
KIA Niro EV VS KIA e-Soul: Charging
On the subject of recharging, once again there's no contest between the two. Electric SUVs of the brandKia. Both vehicles are equipped with the same battery packs and internal chargers. The charging port is on the front of the vehicle, making it easy to park in front of a charging point.
In fact, whether it's the KIA Niro EV or the KIA e Soul, the version with a battery of 64 kWh is capable of a charging speed of 80 kW, compared with 55 kW for the 39 kWh battery version. The result is that recharging with the long-range version allows you to recover many more kilometres per minute on a single charge. fast terminal.
If you're recharging at home, remember that the KIA Niro EV and the KIA e Soul are equipped with a 7.2 kW internal charger. Thanks to a suitable home charging point, otherwise known as a Wallboxthe Kia will charge its 39 kWh battery in 6 hours and 10 minutes. For the 64 kWh battery in the KIA Niro EV, it will take 7 hours to charge from 0 to 100 %.
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| 7.2 kW terminal (0 to 100 %) | 50 kW terminal (0 to 80 %) | 100 kW terminal (0 to 80 %) |
KIA Niro EV 64 kWh | 10h30 | 64 min | 41 min |
KIA e Soul 39 kWh | 6h30 | 43 min | 43 min |
KIA e Soul 64 kWh | 6h30 | 71 min | 44 min |
Summary of charging times: KIA Niro EV vs KIA e Soul
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The KIA Niro EV and KIA e Soul have different designs. While the Kia e Soul is positioned as an urban SUV, the Niro EV is more like a truck. In fact, the Niro EV is around 20 cm longer than the KIA e Soul. The difference is noticeable in terms of rear-seat legroom and boot space.
The Niro EV has 451 litres of boot space, 136 litres more than the KIA e Soul, which has 315 litres. The difference is even more noticeable when the rear seats are folded down. The KIA Niro EV has a larger load area than its rival.
The wheelbase, i.e. the length between the front and rear axles, is 2.6 metres for both models. SUV.
Victory for the KIA Niro EV
Dimensions table: KIA Niro EV vs KIA e Soul
| Features | Kia Niro EV | Kia e-Soul |
|---|---|---|
| Length (mm) | 4420 | 4195 |
| Width (mm) | 1825 | 1800 |
| Height (mm) | 1585 | 1605 |
| Wheelbase (mm) | 2720 | 2600 |
| Boot volume/maximum volume (in L) | 475 / 1392 | 315 / 1339 |
KIA Niro EV VS KIA e-Soul: Availability and price
Available from 41 690 € (excluding bonuses) with its 64 kWh battery, the KIA e Soul is less expensive than KIA Niro EV.
Both vehicles are very well equipped and the price difference is not very significant.
To access the long-range version with the 64 kWh battery, you will have to pay 44 990 € (excluding bonusess) for the KIA Niro EV. Prices then rise to €45,590 for the top-of-the-range Niro Premium. Note that both Electric SUVs will benefit from changes in 2020.
Victory for the KIA e-Soul
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KIA Niro EV VS KIA e-Soul: the winner is...
Summary of criteria :
Performance: Draw
Autonomy: A draw
Reload: Draw
Dimensions and weight: Victory for the KIA Niro EV
Availability and prices: KIA e Soul wins the race
It's not really possible to choose between the two models, as they are so similar. The choice will depend on your needs: if you want a spacious electric car, choose the KIA Niro EV...
The match is very close between the two Electric SUVsfrom KIA. Both based on the same technical platform, the Korean group is demonstrating its expertise in long-range electric vehicles.
While the KIA e-Soul is presented as a small Electric SUVs A sporty urban car, the KIA Niro EV is more like a relaxed wagon you can take away for the weekend.
Find out the full technical specifications of the KIA e-Soul and KIA Niro EV.
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