2020 Kia Soul EV first view
One of the most important débuts at this year’s Los Angeles Auto Show was that of the all-new Kia Soul EV.
Its electric motor produces 201 bhp (150 kW / 204 PS) plus 395 Nm (291 lb/ft) of peak torque, with energy being supplied by a 64 kWh, liquid-cooled, lithium-ion polymer battery pack.
Those figures all represent massive improvements compared to the superseded model, for which the respective ratings are 109 bhp (81 kW / 110 PS), 285 Nm (210 lb/ft) and 27 kWh.
Therefore, performance and range should be significantly better. However, because Kia has yet to release that information, we must wait for proof. Recharging times remain unknown too, although a standard Combined Charging System will allow every customer to use DC fast-charge stations.
To help manage the balance between efficiency and responsiveness, there’s a choice of Eco, Eco+, Comfort and Sport driving modes. Another key component is four-setting regenerative braking that’s controlled via paddles mounted behind the steering wheel.
Sales of the 2020 Soul EV are scheduled to begin across Europe and North America during the first half of 2019. Final UK specifications and prices are going to be announced at a later date.
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Its electric motor produces 201 bhp (150 kW / 204 PS) plus 395 Nm (291 lb/ft) of peak torque, with energy being supplied by a 64 kWh, liquid-cooled, lithium-ion polymer battery pack.
Those figures all represent massive improvements compared to the superseded model, for which the respective ratings are 109 bhp (81 kW / 110 PS), 285 Nm (210 lb/ft) and 27 kWh.
Therefore, performance and range should be significantly better. However, because Kia has yet to release that information, we must wait for proof. Recharging times remain unknown too, although a standard Combined Charging System will allow every customer to use DC fast-charge stations.
To help manage the balance between efficiency and responsiveness, there’s a choice of Eco, Eco+, Comfort and Sport driving modes. Another key component is four-setting regenerative braking that’s controlled via paddles mounted behind the steering wheel.
Sales of the 2020 Soul EV are scheduled to begin across Europe and North America during the first half of 2019. Final UK specifications and prices are going to be announced at a later date.
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