Hyundai Ioniq Electric
Hatchback · Electric · FWD
vs
Kia Soul EV
Hatchback · Electric · FWD
Hyundai Ioniq Electric
Car A
Hyundai Ioniq Electric
A city-focused electric compact that pairs very low energy use with a long 480 km range, making it a strong pick for commuters and small families. Performance and cargo space are modest, but it emphasizes reliability and safety.
5 seatsHatchbackElectric5-star safetyElectric
Kia Soul EV
Car B
Kia Soul EV
A practical 5-seat electric with strong reliability and safety signals, the Kia Soul EV suits city driving and growing families. Its 400 km range, 503 L cargo space, and brisk acceleration make it good value in its segment.
5 seatsHatchbackElectric5-star safety204 hpElectric
Why compared cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price

Usage fit

Family 63 / 68
City 76 / 69
Budget / value 69 / 51
Road trip 43 / 34
Performance 30 / 27
Cargo 19 / 28
Practical 55 / 44
Premium 25 / 20
Winter 26 / 20

Scores out of 100. Blue = Hyundai Ioniq Electric · Orange = Kia Soul EV

Specs side-by-side

Spec Hyundai Ioniq Electric Kia Soul EV
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Pros & cons

Hyundai Ioniq Electric

  • 480 km range reduces charging stops on daily and weekly routes
  • Efficient for its class at 13.8 kWh/100 km
  • Good value in its segment at 34,999
  • Reliability and safety are prioritized per its rankings

Kia Soul EV

  • 400 km range from a 64 kWh battery reduces charging stops for daily city and suburban use
  • 503 L trunk and 5 seats handle errands, school runs, and weekend bags with ease
  • 204 hp and 7.6 s 0–100 km/h deliver quick responses for merging and overtakes
  • Strong reliability and safety signals support low-stress ownership

Verdict

Pick Hyundai Ioniq Electric if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Hyundai Ioniq Electric is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Kia Soul EV if…
More power
Kia Soul EV puts out 204 hp vs 136 — meaningfully quicker and more confident on motorways.

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