You wont fool yourself into thinking this is a sports car. Mar 09, 2020 kias soul ev wears one of the longestrunning badges in the electric car market, and now the korean manufacturer has released its secondgeneration version. Range anxiety used to be a sensible reason for not buying a full electric vehicle but these days, thats becoming less of a credible excuse. The 2017 kia soul ev delivers all the cuteness and utility of the gasolinepowered soul, but with zero emissions. We have 68 kia soul ev vehicles for sale that are reported accident free.
Sensors hidden in the corners of the rear bumper scan for passing cars, motorcycles, andor other vehicles as you back up. The 2020 kia soul ev is more powerful and has an even. This fun to drive crossover suv comes with standard android auto and apple carplay, available blind spot detection, lane keeping assist and uvo intelligence. Apr 09, 2020 kia soul ev and telluride win 2020 world car awards pr newswire seoul, south korea, april 9, 2020 kia telluride suv crowned world car of the year kia soul ev electric crossover named world. Roadkill roadkill garage dirt every day hot rod garage adam carolla goes racing engine masters best drivers car week long road to.
While this version of the soul is a more mature and wellrounded package than its predecessor, the big draw continues to be kia s long list of available features. The kia soul was one of the first mainstream cars to offer the option of electric. Other than that, the soul receives only minor updates such as. The soul ev features a 201horsepower electric motor that transfers power directly to the wheels via a gear reduction unit. The world car awards usually take place with new york auto show but since the event was cancelled due to coronavirus pandemic, the award. The world car of the year title represents another accolade for. Kia telluride suv crowned world car of the year kia soul ev electric crossover named world urban car seoul april 8, 2020 kia motors corporation has won big at the 2020 world car awards with the telluride named world car of the year and the soul ev world urban car the kia telluride was rewarded by the judging panel for its distinctive design and impressive practicality. Kia motors america kma is pleased to announce that car and driver has named the soul to its 10best trucks and suvs list, which recognizes 2017s best trucks and suvs on the market. A new 2020 kia soul ev with a low lease payment from a trusted partner. Apr 09, 2020 kia motors corporation has won big at the 2020 world car awards with the telluride named world car of the year and the soul ev world urban car. Truecar has over 1,519,908 listings nationwide, updated daily. The soul stands out for its generous passenger and cargo space which is more in line with a small crossover than a small car, and it has a comfortable interior and lengthy available features list. Oct 21, 2019 kia has also increased the battery capacity to 64 kwh versus 30 kwh from the previousgeneration soul ev. This is an electric car with its own truly unique character.
With 204ps, no soul ev driver is going to find themselves wishing it had more power. Kia soul ev and telluride win 2020 world car awards. Come find a great deal on used kia soul evs in your area today. The range surpasses the 2019 kia niro ev a car with which it shares its drivetrain and battery pack.
Urban runabout takes top honors in subcompact suv category. Kia telluride suv crowned world car of the year kia soul ev electric crossover named world urban car seoul april 8, 2020 kia motors corporation has won big at the 2020 world car awards with the telluride named world car of the year and the soul ev world urban car. Thats disappointing compared to the gaspowered soul, which has surprisingly adept. Kia on wednesday raced to the podium of awards with two big honours at the 15th world car awards with its telluride suv winning the world car of the year award and soul ev bagging the urban car of the year award which had a total of either contenders. Kia telluride win 2020 world car of the year, soul ev world. Sep 16, 2014 2015 kia soul 40 mph driver side small overlap iihs crash test overall evaluation. New styling, equipment, connected car systems, and a much larger battery return the kia to the top end of the ev league table. The 2019 soul ev uses a 109hp electric motor thats powered by a 30kwh lithiumion battery. If youre ready to ditch petrol and diesel in favour of pureelectric power, few electric cars will make it as easy. Wireless device charging is available for the new 2020 soul. The all new 2020 kia soul is a new compact crossover that combines style, versatility and an ample amount of cargo volume.
Check out all the vital info sidebyside from pricing to performance specs. While it might be emissions free, the soul ev isnt funfree. In the soul ev, new uvo functions better inform the owner about that cars specific drivetrain. The range for a fully charged soul ev is 111 miles. Learn more about price, engine type, mpg, and complete safety and warranty information. The kia soul ev is the funkier member of the kia electriccar family. Expected to arrive in select kia dealerships in 2020, the allnew 2020 soul ev boasts an electric motor providing an estimated 201 horsepower and 291 lb. The 2020 kia soul hatchback comes equipped with advanced safety features, innovative technologies, and options.
The codename that denotes the level of equipment of the ev including exterior and interior features, battery packs, electric motors, etc. The new setup is more efficient too, with a 114 mpge rating in the 2020 soul ev versus the 108 mpge figure in the previous soul ev. Thats far more than double the range of the outgoing soul ev. When it debuted a few years back, the soul ev was the king of the affordable electric car hill, offering a longer range than a comparably equipped ford focus ev, nissan leaf or honda fit ev. Lest you think the soul ev is all style and no substance, kia has blessed it with a large battery pack that can offer up to 243 miles of driving range on a full. The secondgeneration kia soul ev has shot back into contention as one of the best massmarket evs around, having previously fallen behind the competition with the firstgeneration model.
Red dot awards 2015 outstanding product design of the kia soul ev and allnew kia sorento suv. It is rated at 243 miles of range from the epa thanks to a 64. The us environmental protection agency epa official range for the 2020 kia soul ev is 243 miles 391 km. As with the eniro, the strongest point of the souls powertrain is how adjustable it is, with four different driving. Lane following assist lfa adjusts the allnew kia soul ev acceleration, braking and steering to the car in front. The gtline turbos also get a 10speaker, 640watt harman kardon premium sound system available in soul ev, an 8inch headup display, and premium supervision instrumentation. Yes, the kia soul is a great vehicle, whether you prefer to think of it as a compact car, a hatchback, or a subcompact suv. The kia soul ev emerges as a practical electric car with fewer. The updated kia soul ev is an improvement in pretty much every way from the firstgen model.
Roadkill roadkill garage dirt every day hot rod garage adam carolla goes racing engine masters best driver s car week long road to. Jun 25, 2019 thanks to its petite proportions and nimble handling, the 2020 kia soul is a perfect car for anyone who lives in a crowded urban area. With that range, the soul ev will no longer be limited to service as an urban adventurer. Thanks to its petite proportions and nimble handling, the 2020 kia soul is a perfect car for anyone who lives in a crowded urban area. And while there are no official range numbers as of yet, we expect this new pack to.
Driverassistance features such as adaptive cruise control, automated emergency braking, lanekeeping assist and blindspot monitoring are also available. Apr 12, 2019 according to the epa, the 2020 kia soul ev has a range of 243 miles on a single charge. The 2021 kia soul hatchback has style and substance in the same package. Kias new soul is kias first global electric vehicle. This system takes a giant leap towards semiautomated driving. Theres a 64kwh battery built into the floor and a 64kw motor driving the front. When equipped with optional forward collisionavoidance assist and led headlights. The kia soul is back, and its all electric, with an impressive range of 280 miles on a single battery charge. The electric miles per gallon gasolineequivalent rating for the soul ev is 124 mpg in the city and 93 mpg on the highway, and 108 mpg combined. Kia soul earns car and driver 10best trucks and suvs. The kia soul is back, and its all electric, with an impressive range of 280. Kia soul ev and telluride win 2020 world car awards bloomberg. Every used car for sale comes with a free carfax report.
Kias soul ev wears one of the longestrunning badges in the electric car market, and now the korean manufacturer has released its secondgeneration version. Kia has also increased the battery capacity to 64 kwh versus 30 kwh from the previousgeneration soul ev. Car manufacturers are now getting a lot smarter when it comes to developing electric vehicles and the kia soul ev ably demonstrates this. The big news is the new 2015 kia soul ev electric car, initially for sale in california, oregon, new york, new jersey and maryland. Back then the soul ev had a range of around 100 miles, but this third generation has benefitted from the knowledge gained from kias other electric. As with the model that came before, the 2020 soul offers plenty of room for customization, with twotone paint jobs and a plethora of interior color schemes.
Drivers have a choice of longrange 64 kwh and standardrange 39. With its eccentric design styling featuring a front plugin charge socket plus an advanced ev powertrain that delivers a range of up to 452km on one full charge. Fresh, funky and playful, the future is full of possibilities in the kia e soul allelectriccrossover. Kia soul earns car and driver 10best trucks and suvs award. Deliveries of the first generation of the car began in south korea in may 2014. The kia soul ev is an electric car that stands out from the crowd with its looks and has great electric range despite its modest price. Soul ev had the largest eparated allelectric range in city driving of its class. Jan 07, 2019 the kia soul ev is significant in electric car circles as it was the first battery powered suv to be offered for sale in the uk. Jan 25, 2018 the electric miles per gallon gasolineequivalent rating for the soul ev is 124 mpg in the city and 93 mpg on the highway, and 108 mpg combined. Hit the accelerator and itll surge forwards instantly as with any other electric car, all of the torque is available as soon as you ask for it. Kia soul ev charging guide how to charge a kia soul ev.
Kia soul ev and telluride win 2020 world car awards pr newswire seoul, south korea, april 9, 2020 kia telluride suv crowned world car of the year. Kia motors america provides a wide range of cars that meet your lifestyle. Building on the success of the eniro, kias latest soul ev features revised styling and a significantly improved. While this version of the soul is a more mature and wellrounded package than its predecessor, the big draw continues to be kias long list of available features. And while there are no official range numbers as of. At an estimated 3750 pounds, the soul ev is a heavy little car, and its taller than, say, a volkswagen egolf ev. Although it wont arrive in the uk until christmas, we had our first go in the. It went on sale in 2015, but since then tesla has launched the. The kia soul ev is significant in electric car circles as it was the first battery powered suv to be offered for sale in the uk. Cute and boxy meets ecofriendly in the 2021 kia soul evthe allelectric version of one of our favorite suvs. We also ask some of britains most passionate drivers to share their. The soul ev displays runofthemill electric vehicle driving dynamics.
The soul was always an interestinglooking car, and did far better at capturing the youth market than either the scion xb or the. Charging time on a 240volt system is less than five hours, and the soul also offers dc fast charging which kia says can replenish 80 percent of the batterys range in just 35 minutes. Mar 16, 2017 the 2017 kia soul ev delivers all the cuteness and utility of the gasolinepowered soul, but with zero emissions. As leasing experts, we handle every step of the process. With its vast improvements and attitude, the soul ev is one of. The kia telluride was rewarded by the judging panel for its distinctive design and impressive practicality. It even starts automatically if the car ahead moves within three seconds of stopping. Bik tax is paid on the bik value of the car which is calculated by applying the bik % band, based on its co2 emissions banding, to the taxable vehicle price. How does the kia soul ev compare to the tesla model 3. When pushed really hard, the kia tends to roll noticeably. The new kia esoul will be sold in europe exclusively as an electric vehicle, with a choice of two fullyelectric, zeroemission powertrains to meet the needs and budgets of different customers.
Thanks to its colorful personality, the soul stood out among competitors in its segment, while its extensive list of features and excellent value further helped it land a spot on the esteemed list. P11d or taxable vehicle price is the total price of the car including delivery charge and vat, but excluding road tax and government registration fee. Green car of the year awards 2014 soul ev wins automobile journalists association of canada ajac carbuyer best car awards 2015 kia ceed wins best used car. The base soul ev comes with adaptive cruise control, forward collision warning, pedestrian detection, automatic emergency.
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