Kia Soul EV 30 kWh specs, USA price, photos, ratings, incentives

NEMA 5-15

Socket specs Socket specs: 120 V, 15 A, 1-phase

Socket output Socket output: 1.8 kW

Charging 20-80% Charging 20-80%: 11 h 07 min (~6 mph)

NEMA 5-20

Socket specs Socket specs: 120 V, 20 A, 1-phase

Socket output Socket output: 2.4 kW

Charging 20-80% Charging 20-80%: 08 h 20 min (~8 mph)

NEMA 6-20

Socket specs Socket specs: 240 V, 20 A, 1-phase

Socket output Socket output: 4.8 kW

Charging 20-80% Charging 20-80%: 04 h 10 min (~16 mph)

NEMA 14-30

Socket specs Socket specs: 240 V, 30 A, 1-phase

Socket output Socket output: 7.2 kW

Charging 20-80% Charging 20-80%: 03 h 02 min (~22 mph)

Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (6.6 kW)

NEMA 14-50

Socket specs Socket specs: 240 V, 50 A, 1-phase

Socket output Socket output: 12 kW

Charging 20-80% Charging 20-80%: 03 h 02 min (~22 mph)

Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (6.6 kW)

NEMA 6-50

Socket specs Socket specs: 240 V, 50 A, 1-phase

Socket output Socket output: 12 kW

Charging 20-80% Charging 20-80%: 03 h 02 min (~22 mph)

Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (6.6 kW)

About Kia Soul EV 30 kWh

The Kia Soul EV 30 kWh is an all-electric front-wheel drive SUV. It came out in 2018 replacing the older Kia Soul EV 27 kWh. Kia stopped making the 30 kWh in 2019 and replaced it with the Kia Soul EV 39 kWh.

The Kia Soul EV 30 kWh has a 33 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 114 mi on a single charge. The car has an average efficiency of 26.3 kWh per 100 miles (or 263 Wh/mile) — ranked №526 out of 575 electric vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast is Kia Soul EV 30 kWh

The Kia Soul EV 30 kWh achieves a 0 to 60 mph acceleration in 11.2 seconds (placing it at №471 among 575 electric vehicles) and attains a maximum speed of 90 mph.

Its powertrain provides a power output of up to 81 kW (109 hp) and a torque of 210 lb-ft.

Real-world range of Kia Soul EV 30 kWh

Kia Soul EV 30 kWh achieves a real-world range of 103–125 miles, placing it at №526 among 575 electric vehicles. However, this range is subject to several influences:

Speed: Traveling at higher speeds reduces battery life.
Temperature: Extreme cold or hot weather can affect range.
Terrain: Hilly or mountainous landscapes decrease range.
Driving habits: Aggressive driving with frequent acceleration and braking consumes more energy.
Feature usage: Climate control and media systems also influence range.

It's important to acknowledge that these are estimations, and your actual driving range may differ. Consider these factors when planning your trip and be ready for potential charging stops.

Utilize the interactive EV Navigation map for trip planning assistance.

Kia Soul EV 30 kWh charge port type?

The Kia Soul EV 30 kWh in the USA comes with a CHAdeMO charging port. It can be charged at home using a standard domestic socket or at any public AC charging station with the compatible cable. It's important to note that the car's on-board charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging rate to 6.6 kW, resulting in approximately 23 miles of range added per hour of charging.

For significantly faster charging, public DC fast-charging stations are available. Although the car can achieve a maximum DC charging rate of 50 kW, factors such as battery temperature and charge level may affect the actual charging speed.

Use our Charging calculator to estimate charging time, rate, and cost.

Kia Soul EV 30 kWh dimensions and weight?

The size and weight specifications for Kia Soul EV 30 kWh are as follows:

Length: 163 in
Width: 70.9 in (including side mirrors) or N/A in (excluding side mirrors)
Height: 62.7 in
Wheelbase: 101.2 in (distance between the center of the front and rear wheels)
Curb weight: 3483 lbs (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)

Kia Soul EV 30 kWh cargo capacity?

The rear cargo area of the Kia Soul EV 30 kWh provides 9.9 cubic feet of space when the rear seats are upright (ranked №485 out of 575 electric vehicles).

Folding these seats down unlocks a maximum cargo capacity of N/A cubic feet (ranked №485 out of 575 electric vehicles).

The car doesn’t have a “frunk” (front trunk).

Kia Soul EV 30 kWh towing capacity?

The car isn’t officially rated for towing.