Kia Soul EV

Kia Soul EV is an electric hatchback with a boxy shape and a very city-first feel, aimed at drivers who want EV running without moving into a large crossover. By our assessment, its strength is the roomy cabin for the footprint and the easy, upright seating position that makes it feel less fussy than many small electrics. The trade-off is the familiar one for compact EVs: range and long-trip flexibility depend on the battery version and charging access, so it is not the clean answer for every kind of driving. In practice it behaves like a compact car that happens to be electric, with quiet low-speed running and simple day-to-day use. Against rivals such as other small EVs and budget crossovers, the Soul EV stands out more for shape and packaging than for sporty character. It makes most sense for urban and suburban use, where its tidy size and practical interior matter more than brute distance.