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Kia Soul EV 27 kWh

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2014 - 2017
Price USA (new)
Manufacturer's suggested base price
$18,990
In 2018 this car was replaced by: Kia Soul EV 30 kWh

Trims

Currently Produced
64 kWh 39 kWh
Discontinued
27 kWh Base 30 kWh

Kia Soul EV 27 kWh

Photo of Kia Soul EV 27 kWh (1 slide)

Technical Specifications of Kia Soul EV 27 kWh

General Info

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2014 - 2017
Country of Manufacture
Country where final assembly of the car took place.
South Korea
Current Status
Announced (planned), Pre-order (reservations open), Produced (on sale), Discontinued (no longer made)
Discontinued
Body Style
Refers to the car's shape & design (sedan, SUV, hatchback)
SUV Kia Soul EV 27 kWh

Range and Efficiency

Range EPA
Estimated range on a full battery according to official EPA ratings (USA)
93 mi
Range WLTP
Range according to WLTP ratings.
TEL: car in its lightest configuration.
TEH: car in its heaviest configuration.
TEL
TEH
112 mi No Data
Efficiency
Energy consumption per distance driven. Lower figures indicate better efficiency.
kWh/100 mi
Wh/mi
29 kWh 290 Wh

Battery and Charging

Battery Capacity
Nominal: total amount of energy the car’s battery can hold. Usable: actual amount of energy you can access.
Nominal
Usable
27 kWh 27 kWh
Max Charging Power
Max electric power the car can accept for charging, determined by its on-board charger (AC) and battery (DC)
AC
DC
3.6 kW 50 kW
Charge Port
The car's charge port type. It affects charging speed and station compatibility.
CHAdeMO Type 1 (J1772)
CHAdeMO charge port Type 1 (J1772) charge port

Performance

Drive Type
Which wheels are powered (all, rear, or front) by the electric motor(s)
FWD
Engine
Torque: pulling force of the engine. Power: how quickly it can turn the wheels with that force.
Power
Torque
109 hp (81 kW) 210 lb-ft
0-60 mph
Acceleration time from 0 to 60 mph (USA) or 0 to 100 km/h (Europe)
11.2 s
Top Speed
The fastest the car can go (maximum speed)
90 mph
0.00 s
00 mph

Dimensions

Length
Car's body length (front to back bumper)
163 in
Width
Car's body width including or excluding side mirrors
with Mirrors
w/o Mirrors
70.9 in No Data
Height
Car's body height (from ground to highest point)
62.7 in
Wheelbase
Distance between centers of front and rear wheels (affects ride and handling)
101.2 in

Cargo and Towing

Number of Seats
Total passenger capacity of the car (including driver)
5
Curb Weight
Car's weight without passengers or cargo
3289 lb
Cargo Volume
Trunk: cargo capacity (rear seats up).
Max: cargo capacity (rear seats folded).
Frunk: cargo capacity in the front hood.
Trunk
Max
Frunk
9.9 ft3 No Data No Data
Towing Capacity
Maximum weight the car can tow safely with a trailer that has its own brakes
No Data
Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
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How Far Can You Go in Kia Soul EV 27 kWh

The map shows how far you can go with a fully-charged battery:
  • Light area: Round trip
  • Dark area: One-way trip
For the most accurate results, please allow the widget to use your location.

Charging Kia Soul EV 27 kWh

Slow (AC)
Fast (DC)

Home and Office (AC) Charging

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%
09 h 00 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%
07 h 30 min (~7 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 00 min (~11 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (3.6 kW)

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%
04 h 00 min (~11 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (3.6 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%
04 h 00 min (~11 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (3.6 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%
04 h 00 min (~11 mph)
Charging power is limited by the car’s on-board charger (3.6 kW)

Fast (DC) Charging

Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
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About Kia Soul EV 27 kWh

The Kia Soul EV 27 kWh is an all-electric front-wheel drive SUV. It came out in 2014. Kia stopped making the 27 kWh in 2017 and replaced it with the Kia Soul EV 30 kWh.

The Kia Soul EV 27 kWh has a 27 kWh battery pack, allowing it to travel up to 96 mi on a single charge. The car has an average efficiency of 28.1 kWh per 100 miles (or 281 Wh/mile) — ranked №528 out of 566 electric vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast is Kia Soul EV 27 kWh

The Kia Soul EV 27 kWh achieves a 0 to 60 mph acceleration in 11.2 seconds (placing it at №460 among 572 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 27 kWh

Kia Soul EV 27 kWh achieves a real-world range of 86–106 miles, placing it at №534 among 572 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 27 kWh charge port type?

The Kia Soul EV 27 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 3.6 kW, resulting in approximately 12 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 27 kWh dimensions and weight?

Here are the dimensions and weight for the Kia Soul EV 27 kWh:

  • 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: 3289 lbs (weight of the empty car, no people or cargo)
Kia Soul EV 27 kWh cargo capacity?

The rear cargo area of the Kia Soul EV 27 kWh provides 9.9 cubic feet of space when the rear seats are upright (ranked №481 out of 572 electric vehicles).

Folding these seats down unlocks a maximum cargo capacity of N/A cubic feet (ranked №481 out of 572 electric vehicles).

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

Kia Soul EV 27 kWh towing capacity?
The car isn’t officially rated for towing.

Ratings

3.2

Design

based on 38 votes
Rate Design
2.9

Performance

based on 79 votes
Rate Performance
3.2

Desirability

based on 62 votes
Rate Desirability

Safety Ratings

NCAP safety rating
NCAP logo

Compare Kia Soul EV 27 kWh with Similar Cars

Kia Soul EV 30 kWh

Discontinued
2018 - 2019
Price (USA)
No Data
EPA Range
111 mi
0-60 mph
11.2 sec
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EPA
NEDC
WLTP (TEL)
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0-60 mph
Torque
Power
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