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Kia Soul EV 30 kWh

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2018 - 2019
In 2022 this car was replaced by: Kia Soul EV 39 kWh

Trims

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

Kia Soul EV 30 kWh

Photo of Kia Soul EV 30 kWh (1 slide)

Technical Specifications of Kia Soul EV 30 kWh

General Info

Years of Production
When the car first came out and when they stopped making it
2018 - 2019
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 30 kWh

Range and Efficiency

Range EPA
Estimated range on a full battery according to official EPA ratings (USA)
111 mi
Range WLTP
Range according to WLTP ratings.
TEL: car in its lightest configuration.
TEH: car in its heaviest configuration.
TEL
TEH
134 mi No Data
Efficiency
Energy consumption per distance driven. Lower figures indicate better efficiency.
kWh/100 mi
Wh/mi
27 kWh 270 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
33 kWh 30 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
6.6 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
3483 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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Charging Kia Soul EV 30 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%
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)

Fast (DC) Charging

Last Updated:
March 10, 2024
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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 №517 out of 566 electric vehicles.

Frequently Asked Questions

How fast is Kia Soul EV 30 kWh

The Kia Soul EV 30 kWh can accelerate from 0 to 60 mph in 11.2 seconds (ranked №460 out of 572 electric vehicles) and reach a top speed of 90 mph.

The car’s powertrain delivers up to 81 kW (109 hp) of power and 210 lb-ft of torque.

Real-world range of Kia Soul EV 30 kWh

The estimated real-world range for Kia Soul EV 30 kWh falls between 103–125 miles, ranking it №523 out of 572 electric vehicles. Several conditions can influence this range:

  • Speed: The battery drains faster at higher speeds.
  • Temperature: Extreme temperatures can impact range.
  • Terrain: Range is reduced on hilly or mountainous terrain.
  • Driving style: Aggressive driving behaviors, such as frequent acceleration and braking, decrease efficiency.
  • Feature utilization: Climate control and media system usage also affect range.

These figures are approximations, and your actual driving range may vary. When planning trips, consider these factors and be prepared for potential charging stops.

For trip planning assistance, utilize the EV Navigation interactive map.

Kia Soul EV 30 kWh charge port type?

In the USA Kia Soul EV 30 kWh has a CHAdeMO charge port.

  • You can charge it at home using a standard domestic socket or plug into any public AC charging station using the right cable. Keep in mind that the car's on-board charger (inverter) limits the maximum AC charging rate to 6.6 kW, which translates to approximately 23 miles of range added per hour of charging.
  • For quicker charging, consider using a compatible DC fast-charging station. The car boasts a maximum charging rate of 50 kW, but remember that battery temperature and charge level can influence the actual speed you'll experience.

Estimate charging time, rate and cost using our Charging calculator.

Kia Soul EV 30 kWh dimensions and weight?

Kia Soul EV 30 kWh comes in the following dimensions:

  • 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?

Here's a breakdown of the Kia Soul EV 30 kWh cargo space:

  • Trunk capacity: With the rear seats up, you get 9.9 cubic feet of cargo space in the back (ranked №481 out of 572 electric vehicles).
  • Max cargo capacity: Fold down the rear seats, and you open up N/A cubic feet of total cargo space (ranked №N/A out of 572 electric vehicles).
  • Frunk capacity: The car doesn’t have a “frunk” (front trunk).
Kia Soul EV 30 kWh towing capacity?
The car isn’t officially rated for towing.

Ratings

2.8

Design

based on 57 votes
Rate Design
2.9

Performance

based on 63 votes
Rate Performance
2.9

Desirability

based on 73 votes
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Safety Ratings

NCAP safety rating
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Compare Kia Soul EV 30 kWh with Similar Cars

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Discontinued
2014 - 2017
Price (USA)
$18,990
EPA Range
93 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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