What are the Differences Between the Kia Soul and Niro EVs?

2020 Kia Soul EV vs 2019 Kia Niro EV

Kia seems to be making moves towards a more electric future with the recent announcement and development of 2 brand-new Kia EV models. Those would be the 2020 Kia Soul EV and the 2019 Kia Niro EV. What are the differences between these electric vehicles? It’s the 2020 Kia Soul EV vs the 2019 Kia Niro EV!


2019 Niro vs 2019 Niro Plug-In Hybrid vs 2019 Niro EV


2020 Kia Soul EV vs 2019 Kia Niro – Electrical System and Performance

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So, we can see in terms of their electrical systems, the 2020 Kia Soul EV and the 2019 Kia Niro EV are more or else identical.

In that case, let’s look at their differences in terms of builds.

2020 Kia Soul EV vs 2019 Kia Niro – Size, Weight, and Price

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Information on cargo capacity and pricing hasn’t yet been released for the 2020 Kia Soul EV. However, to give you a general idea of where these specs might land, consider the following:

EV Pricing

The 2019 Kia Niro has a starting MSRP of $23,490.

The 2019 Kia Niro EV has a starting MSRP of $38,500.

The 2020 Kia Soul has a starting MSRP of $17,490.

EV Cargo Capacity

The 2019 Kia Niro has a maximum cargo capacity of 54.5 ft3.

The 2019 Kia Niro EV has a maximum cargo capacity of 53 ft3.

The 2020 Kia Soul has a maximum cargo capacity of 62.1 ft3.


2020 Kia Soul Brand-New Features


Learn More About Kia Hybrids and EVs in Kenosha, WI

The 2019 Kia Niro EV is out now and available for purchase. A release date has not yet been announced for the 2020 Kia Soul EV, but it is expected sometime during the summer of 2019. For more information on Kia hybrid and electric models, please feel free to contact us. The Palmen Kia staff can be reached online, by phone, or with a visit to our dealership located in Kenosha, Wisconsin.