The new KIA e-Soul - Charging

The long-range 64 kWh battery pack is paired with a 150 kW (204 ps) electric motor, making it 84% more powerful than the outgoing Soul EV (up from 81.4 kW / 110 ps). The long-range 64 kWh e-Soul can travel up to 452 kilometres (280 miles) on a single charge on the WLTP combined cycle, with energy consumption of just 157 Wh / km - 24% more efficient than Europe's current best-selling electric vehicle. On the WLTP urban cycle, energy consumption for the long-range e-Soul is as low as 109 Wh / km.

With the powertrain's maximum 395 Nm torque available from a standstill, the long-range 64 kWh Kia e-Soul will accelerate from 0-to-100 kph in just 7.9 seconds.

The standard-range 39.2 kWh battery pack powers an efficient 100 kW (136 ps) electric motor. With peak torque of 395 Nm, and 23% more power than the outgoing Soul EV, the significantly improved efficiency of the battery enables the standard-range e-Soul to travel up to 276 kilometres (172 miles) on a single charge. Energy efficiency is rated at 156 Wh / km (WLTP combined), 25% more efficient than the best-selling electric car in Europe - making it one of the most energy-efficient electric vehicles in the world.

A Combined Charging System (CCS) DC fast charger is fitted as standard to both models, enabling shorter stops for charging. Both battery packs can be recharged from 20% up to 80% capacity in just 42 minutes from a 100 kW DC fast-charger.

The e-Soul is fitted with a range of energy-recuperation technologies to maximise driving range. This includes Kia's energy efficient heat pump system, which scavenges waste heat from the car's coolant system. It also features Kia's innovative individual ventilation and air conditioning system, which shuts off cabin ventilation at the source to all seats except the driver's - unlike other systems, which merely divert air to open passenger cabin vents.