Episode 62 - 2020 Kia Soul EV (64kWh) Review!

September 20, 2019
Wow just as good - Range, Range, Range!
My overall review and impressions of the 2020 Kia Soul EV. A really fantastic and surprising all-Electric vehicle with excellent range and features! Love the "fun factor"!
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[@brianroden6036]

I just bought a Kia Soul EV Limited in part because of your review. Love it. Sticker price was a bit high at just over $53k, but I got $14k in incentives here in BC. $5k Fed, $3k BC, and $6k Scrap-It, for scrapping my old Suburban. I guess I could also mention that I preferred the Soul over the Niro because of the headroom and visibility in front of me. The Niro roof and sun visor were too low in front of my face. I'm not that much taller than average, at 6'2", but it really annoyed me. And the seat was the most comfortable for me out of any of the electric cars I sat in, including Tesla, but especially the Bolt. That seat was way too small, and I've heard plenty of complaints about that from other people. So although I narrowed down my choices because of range, tech, quality, and other issues, I was sold on the personal aspect that the car fit me perfectly.

[@EVRevolution]

Hello Brian, thanks for watching and that is great! Congratulations on joining the "Revolution"! I know you will love love the new Soul EV it is a fantastic vehicle and with those incentives, a really really good deal! I too agree with all of your ergonomic comments, even though I am not 6'2" (I wish - I'm 5'6")! That little bit more headroom and greater visibility makes a world of difference to me as well. I'd love to hear back from you in a few months on how the range is holding up for you. When you get into the spring/summer, I am sure under normal mixed driving that you can push the 500km barrier on a single charge. I could have done it with my week of driving the new Soul EV, which is outstanding in my opinion. Glad I could help and best of luck!

[@ReevansElectro]

I bought this exact model a few months ago and am very happy with it. It is powerful and fun.

[@EVRevolution]

Congratulation Robert, thanks for watching and for joining the "Revolution"!

[@foxpup]

With a small car in that color, I'd be in a constant lookout for a giant tennis racket. :-)

[@EVRevolution]

Lol, actually the butterflies loved this car, seemed to think it was giant flower!

[@foxpup]

Rather than "tennis racket", I could have just as easily said "150ft golden retriever". Lord help us if the car was more roundish. :-)

[@koolyman]

Lol by no measure would I consider that a small car, but I'm European.

[@GoSolarPlz]

This review sold me on the 2020 soul ev Limited with the 64kwh battery. I got a 2020 off lease last summer and am loving it! Great range and features and room and it did great in the Canadian winter! The heat pump, heated seats, heated steering wheel are amazing. The HUD is great. Perfect vehicle!

[@EVRevolution]

Great to hear and thanks for watching! We just got a 23 Soul EV as our second BEV in the family. Love it.

[@GoSolarPlz]

@@EVRevolution great choice!

[@frankyB12341]

Great review, I watched pretty much all existing reviews and it's nice to have a complete walkthrough for the Canadian version. I even learned a few thing (like the VESS sound). Just as a side remark, the factory images are for the previous versions of the Soul.

[@EVRevolution]

Hi thanks and yes I was aware of the factory video, but that is all that was available.

[@GoSolarPlz]

In Canada in winter range is about 360-380km in eco mode and summer range is about 420-450km based on my experience. It’s amazing and the range meter is accurate too

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks yes it is surprisingly god.

[@markcornwall8132]

A good informative review Ken. Really like the Soul EV and love the space and comfort inside in such a short vehicle. Seriously considering one for our next EV.

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks Mark, appreciate the feedback. It is a great EV and personally after driving one for a week, as I stated I'd get one as my next BEV. Maybe in 4 years for me.

[@TomsManShed]

nice review lots of useful info and well presented great wind noise suppresion on the hand mic as well as it looked quite windy

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks for watching and I appreciate the feedback!

[@robert5008]

Great job on the review, I couldn't ask for a better review.

[@EVRevolution]

Why thanks Robert, really appreciate you watching and for your feedback! I try my best and I am a one-man band.

[@chrisabbott683]

Another great review Ken, thank you! The looks won’t be to everyone’s taste, but otherwise this looks another compelling package from Kia! I hope they can make them in sufficient quantities.

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks Chris and yes, availability will be the issue!

[@patrickmckowen2999]

Excellent review 👍

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks, glad you liked it and hoping you found the info useful.

[@gracestallman2379]

Tick tock...still waiting in the US! :/ Great review. I love my 2016 Soul EV.

[@EVRevolution]

Fingers crossed!

[@stevedutcher3875]

Just wanted to thank you for the discount code to Fully Charged live in Austin, Texas on February 1 & 2, looking forward to seeing you there! Going to drive there in my Chevy Bolt EV from North Dakota, which I will have to leave way in advanced to make it there on time, being the charging problems on the route.

[@EVRevolution]

Hi Steve, thanks for watching and great you can use the Code! Your quite welcome and I do look forward to meeting you in Feb! Yes I know what you mean about planning long trips! All the best, safe travels and will see you then!

[@jamespaul2587]

Thanks for another great review Ken. A very impressive vehicle, looks like you could probably reach close to 500 km range in ideal conditions once you get used to the drive modes. It would also be a great delivery or utility vehicle with the back seat removed and converted for cargo, perhaps they'll offer such a version in future, great for camping too. A bit hard to blend in at stoplights though as you mentioned, maybe they should add some lightning bolt or flame decals for the side! ☺️

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks James, love the decals idea!

[@DeanRendar]

That range and color. Pure love for this contraption from me, something to look forward to paying for independently once eligible. the day trip, trunk fold down nap/camp potential is unrivaled.

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks for the feedback and for watching, it really is a great BEV!

[@dr-k1667]

Nice job in your review... I hope this sells well, the more the merrier.

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks!

[@toptobottom247]

Brilliant. I'm ready to order mine. I really am bummed they took the glass ceiling away. But, Oh well...I still want it.

[@EVRevolution]

Great and congratulation for being about to join the "Revolution"! The moonroof is wonderful and works very well. Would have loved a pano roof better.

[@robertbidochon7949]

ENFIN des bagnoles électriques qui sortent de partout... à quand les batteries graphènes et plus de véhicules solaires?! Your review is very good, thank you for your work ! : )

[@EVRevolution]

Merci beaucoup!

[@leonardmccoy4831]

so Dr. Leonard Hofstadter is now testing EVs on KZbin

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks for the compliment!

[@juancarloschavezguerra]

Good review. What’s your expectation on this vehicle for the winter in Canada? Traction, efficiency?

[@EVRevolution]

Hola Juan, thanks for watching! It has a heat pump so when temps dip down to close to 0 Degrees C, it will still be somewhat efficient for heating. Once below that, a heat pump does not do much. So for winters, it is quite a capable BEV. As far as traction goes, I have never owned an AWD vehicle. All of my cars have been RWD or FWD. I have only been stuck in the snow once in my life - in a 1998 VW Jetta at the bottom of my driveway one winter way back when I thought I could plow thru the snowbank onto the road. So I really don't think you need AWD - unless you live in the country where the roads don't get plowed so quickly and you have more side roads and gravel roads to deal with. Otherwise, a FWD car with the BEST set of 4 snow tires you can afford will perform quite fine. This 2020 Kia Soul is no exception to that!

[@TheEVGuy85]

This year I go EV! Looking for a used leaf or soul EV as they're pretty affordable. Thanks for the video!

[@EVRevolution]

Hello Justin, thanks for watching! That's great news that you are going EV! Congrats, love to read that stuff. Yes, the used market is heating up and in some places (like here in Ontario), there are even incentives to help. Best of luck and let me know what you end up getting!

[@sigor2011]

Don't look for used Souls for next year or two. Prior to 2020 model year kia soul was a soul suckig experience to own/drive.

[@mikeyonwin8195]

Hi Kenneth. I love your reviews - thank you. However, what is an "EV vehicle"? (Electric Vehicle vehicle?)

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks, the start of a tongue twister maybe?...."if an Electric Vehicle vehicle could chop wood, would an....."

[@VerticalFreedom]

Awesome 😎

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks!

[@golfish8589]

I enjoyed the review. Kia and Hyundai have the same size battery pack. But I have heard they are made by different manufacturers.. Also. I believe if your squeeze both the up and down regen paddles at the same time. You can bring the car to a stop

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks Tim for watching and for the info!

[@johng7390]

Another great episode- that is one very 1970’s Dodge color 🥴 Soul

[@EVRevolution]

Hi Jack, yes I was thinking that too! 1970 Paint Code: FJ5. Plymouth - "Lime Light", Dodge - "Sublime"!

[@greenbox2149]

Great review, this seems to be a very solid offering from Kia. I personally prefer the Niro EV but this car has very good specs

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks GB, appreciate the feedback and for watching!

[@jwenting]

it's personal. I prefer the e-Soul because of the interior layout. I tried both for an extended test drive, and the seating position of the e-Soul was more comfortable for me. Combined with the colour options available and the slightly lower price, that was enough to decide on the e-Soul for me.

[@ericjohnson3967]

Most informated for us bowlers

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks Eric! Glad to see fellow bowlers...had to sneak that in there! Actually, I've just started up league bowling again this month after a 25-year hiatus! It's great to get back into it and I have a lot of fun!

[@nlo114]

Older UK viewers will remember the Morris Marina in that colour. I had a 1300, it was a dreadful car. As soon as I saw the colour, I was transported back to my learner driver days and changing leaking lever-arm shocks. I'd definitely have one of these though, as long as it was blue!

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks for watching and I do love retro colours that take us back!

[@rwess]

Very nice! Looks like it should have a big practical frunk - guess not...

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks Roy!

[@ELMS]

I own this vehicle. It’s fantastic. The only two issues are: 1. The lack of front parking sensors. 2: When in Eco mode everything is fine EXCEPT it cuts off the front passenger heater. My wife won’t stand for that so it gets very little Eco use in the winter. 🤣 However the enormous battery is wonderful! Bye-bye Range Anxiety.

[@EVRevolution]

Hello and thanks for watching. Yes I agree on the front parking, should at least have a sensor. What you describe is what ECO mode is supposed to do, however as you pointed out the larger and more accurate BMS/GOM takes away range anxiety. I'm seriously looking at this as my next BEV in a couple of years. My wife wants my Leaf to use all the time so in 2-3 years I hope to add another BEV to our car family. All the best!

[@johnmartin5388]

Hi great video thanks, can you tell me if there is room for a spare tyre?

[@EVRevolution]

Hi John, thanks for feedback. Not sure, hoping an owner on here can advise. I did not dig down deep enough in the boot to verify. I think so?

[@excelsciors]

I have to say that I drive my car to the ground. I drive her about 400 per day for Uber and Lyft. Mine is a typical 2015 plus 2.0. I leave my car idling often for hours. between rides over a 20 hour period. And she keeps running great with no faults. I change the oil every 3 months with synthetic Mobil 1. I add Lucas fuel injector cleaner every few months. I have to admit that this is the longest lasting and rugged car I have ever owned. My Mustang or Honda Accord would of quit on me a long time ago! I love how long wearing and powerful this motor is!

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks for watching and you fit many ICEV owners profiles, including my own for on-going maintenance and usability for ICEV. However, we need to change these old habits and move to zero-emission driving - it is as simple as that.

[@linmal2242]

Glad to hear you using Celsius. Is that common in Canada? I thought you were tied to the US and their fahrenheit obsession! Has Canada gone Metric too?

[@EVRevolution]

Hi Lin, thanks for watching. Yes Canada has been Metric for decades.

[@XDUXShadow]

Are you sure all Canadian versions comme with an heat pump. They told me at the dealership only the long range trim has the heat pump.

[@EVRevolution]

Hi and thanks for watching. The vehicle I reviewed is the 64kWh. It comes in only 1 trim level - Limited. The other Soul EV is the 40kWh version which come in 1 trim levels Premium. According to Kia's brochure, the Limited has the Heat Pump. Appears the Premium does not. I may have mixed up my trim level naming on the video, but there is only one model of the Soul EV 64kWh available and it has the Heat Pump. Hope this helps.

[@quantumeseboy]

We bought it, right in Gwangju where they make them, but they don't make them in that Alien Green color we wanted :( I wanted that color!

[@EVRevolution]

Hi thanks for watching and thanks for joining the "Revolution" too! Congratulations and I am sure you will love your EV! Yes too bad for not having that colour available for you!

[@jwenting]

Ordered mine over the Niro and Kona based on 3 things: - price - comfort - dealer experience I didn't like the Hyundai dealer where I live. The Niro was somewhat uncomfortable to me (seat position left the armrest too high and had to strain to look over the dash when set up correctly for my size and shape). And the Soul was slightly less expensive than the Niro as well. Add to that that the Soul was available with a 4 month lead time, the Niro would be 18 months, and the decision was easy.

[@EVRevolution]

Hi there, thanks for watching as always! Good for you and I know you will love the Soul EV! Like I said in my review, it would be my choice, even over a Model 3, for a next BEV.

[@patricelarochelle7295]

Why over a Tesla model 3?

[@frankyB12341]

@@patricelarochelle7295 Sitting position, better range for comparable price. And I will remind you, changing the color for the model 3 will set you back 3000$ and that's for a paint that will be sand blasted if you don't buy protection at your own expense.

[@lsh3rd]

@@patricelarochelle7295 For American buyers, we'll also still qualify for federal rebates, so the car will end up costing much less than the Model 3. I think you'll simply get more range at much less cost.

[@patricelarochelle7295]

@@lsh3rd Thanks, I'm from QC Canada, the Tesla model 3 is 1500$ more than the Soul, both get the full government subsidies. I love the style of the Soul. I drive a 2018 Leaf and I have no plan to change. Great car, gas is very expensive here and I save more than 350$ of gas a month. The car pays itself. I drive it around 43000 kms a year.

[@tomquimby8669]

when looking at your niro video that display was flickering whereas the soul does not. so displays are not the same

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks for watching Tom. Not sure what to tell you but they did look the same to me and since they share components, hmm...

[@JeebusKrast]

KIA Canada’s website shows a range of 383 but you’re getting close to 500. Can you explain the difference?

[@EVRevolution]

Hi and thanks for watching. I can't explain, other then EPA estimates are very conservative to actual best-climate experience. As I stated on my review, I was very surprised that I was driving this new Soul EV all week and kept waiting for it to get down to low range sooner. If it was not for my Fast Charger Testing, I would not have needed to charge it for the entire time I had it. Now, remember that was in ideal temps and I drive regular, eco mode on and normal starting off and stopping. No jackrabbit stuff for me. Just drive with traffic and it behaves very nicely. I would suspect up to a 40-50% drop in very cold winter temps, as per pretty well all BEVs. Also, this was brand new (only about 1,000kms on it) so pack is fresh. To be frank, because of my experience with it, it's at the top of my next BEV purchase, hopefully in a few years.

[@infernovideo]

Thanks for the review. I really wish Kia and Hyundai would offer a large battery pack car without all the luxury add ons. Most eco aware folks don't want leather! and don't need a sunroof, premium audio etc. If they unbundled all the lux features it would likely lower the price by 6-8k as well.

[@EVRevolution]

Your welcome and thanks for watching and feedback! Yes that is true, however over 40% of the BEV pricing is for the batteries and pack, so that is what will drive prices down to cost parity.

[@jerrychen6610]

I've heard that the new Kia Soul mandatory maintenance costs are a lot higher.

[@EVRevolution]

Hello and thanks for watching! Appreciate the info and I am not sure about any increases in mandatory costs. One must be careful with OEM warranties and service plans. The vast majority of the Service Maintenance Schedules involve a lot of optional work. If I were you, I would check with your local Dealer or Kia Corporate (they all have Country specific Customer Service numbers) on what exactly you HAVE to do to maintain the warranties? Since there is no oil to change in the BEVs, basically everything other than maybe some checks would be non-mandatory. Again, OEMs put a lot of stuff in their service schedules but most of that is checks and changing of fluids. So for now, I don't believe any Kia BEVs maintenance costs are higher. I'd appreciate it if you sent me an email to [e-mail] with any confirmation you get from Kia. Thanks, Ken

[@MsPokey1234]

Love to see "WALMART" have about 6+ charge stations near front of store. Walmart knows the Customer will have an hour+ to shop during the charge! We will know that if you go to Walmart to shop there will be charge stations too!

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks for watching!

[@ronaldmail00]

So why did you rate this over the nero? Style?

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks for watching. Basically the style and overall package for me. I really don't need a larger SUV-ish type vehicle for me personally, so the Soul fits into the smaller than an SUV and bigger than a traditional hatchback mold. It's a weird vehicle, something like the Honda Element/Nissan Cube where there really is no category for it. That to me makes it a great fit for our lifestyles and uses. Pricing wise in CDN dollars, there is a $6K difference with the Soul being higher than the base Niro. Uplift the Niro to the top model trim, and the difference changes with the Niro being $2K higher. So it would be tough but if budget allowed, I would go with the Soul 64kWh. If not, the Niro Base Trim (64kWh). I believe the Soul is a bit better at efficiency and range than the Niro.

[@bbcooter388]

This is the first Review I've seen of the Kia Soul EV. Nice Review. One Suggestion though... Maybe put less stats in the video, maybe you could put some of the stats in the video Description, this would leave more room for the actual driving review and also make your review videos more watchable.

[@EVRevolution]

Hi BB, thanks for watching and for the comments. Mostly I get people who tell me to put more stats in! Understand and if you watch my review of the Kia Niro EV and the Hyundai Kona EV, you will see a lot of similarities for the driving. I've tried to explain the slight differences between them in each video, but for the most part they are very similar.

[@frankyB12341]

I actually like the stats.

[@lsh3rd]

@@EVRevolution Stats in! Good job!

[@markswan9148]

great review! what do think depreciation hit will be after 3 years?

[@EVRevolution]

Hi Mark, thanks for watching and for the feedback! Hard to say as I always keep my cars for a long as possible (8-10+years) so I really don't worry about depreciation. However in saying that, it's easy to understand that the majority of vehicles depreciate up to 30% as soon as you drive it off of a dealer lot. Even Teslas. Some not as much as others. The Kia Soul makes the Top 14 List of Slowest Depreciating EVs (motoringresearch.com, Aug 7 2019 article) at number 12, however that may be different per geography. Estimates for the previous Gen Kia Soul EV with the smaller battery put it at about 52.8% of value after 3 years. This newer one IMO should rate better since the quality and range are improved. As a side note, on this list of Top Slowest Depreciating EVs you would probably expect Tesla to be number 1. However in fact the Jaguar i-Pace is #1, retaining a value of 74.6% after 3 years, followed by the VW eGolf at 66.3% and the Tesla Model X at 64.6%. Rounding out top 5, #4 Nissan Leaf at 64.5% and Hyundai Ioniq at 61.7%. Tesla Model 3 does not make the list since it is too new. Hope this helps.

[@toptobottom247]

Can I have a slice of Key Lime Pie?

[@EVRevolution]

I love KLP!

[@NSFWHarold]

I'm pretty sure that this is my choice right here. Can you confirm that the Climate Controls are usable while charging? I live in Nevada, and will likely be charging in the middle of the desert heat. Being able to take a nap in the AirCon would be great/necessary.

[@EVRevolution]

Hello NSFW, thanks for watching! I can't confirm that as I did not actually need to test it. I only charged it at the test facility I talked about and had the vehicle only on to read the charging. Did not run the A/C or Heat, as it was a pleasant temp. However, do see any reasons why you can't. I may get another chance to drive one of these again and if so, will try to test this for you. Feel free to email me at [e-mail] asking me this and I can see if I can get you a 100% answer.

[@AFlyingCookieLOL]

You can have climate control on while charging my friend

[@kylehazachode]

Does it come with a level 2 charger for home charging?

[@EVRevolution]

Hi George, it will come with a Level 1 charger for home, at least here in NA. I'm not sure about UK, Europe or other geographies. Most EVs come with L1. Nissan seem to be different where with the Gen2 Leafs provide you with a L1/L2 home charger, as it comes with both a 110/120 plug and a 220v plug for the higher v applications (like a Dryer plug).

[@dcvariousvids8082]

George Moore - In the UK the eNiro isn’t supplied with a Type-2 as standard, so I guess the eSoul will be the same.

[@jrwaters943]

I'm pretty sure your curb weight is way off, but good review.

[@erica8165]

KIA Media is quoting curb weight of 3,715 lbs and GVWR as 4,806 lbs. He may have meant GVWR instead of curb weight.

[@EVRevolution]

Hi thanks yes I put up GVWR instead of curb. My bad.

[@StephenBieda]

The Niro EV has a smaller display screen than the Soul EV and it does not have the heads-up display.

[@EVRevolution]

Hey Stephen, good to see you responding! Much thanks for the details!

[@fiddlesteven]

For now I'll stick with my 2018 Sol EV with it's full glass sunroof. I would really miss that glass roof and the 20 only has a small moonroof. The top level 20 is also going to be unaffordable. Bigger battery. Higher price tag. I'll just get a used model S or wait for the model Y for that kind of money.

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks for watching, and also for joining the "Revolution"!

[@andersholmstrom3571]

Can this car have a tow bar?

[@EVRevolution]

Hello Anders, thanks for watching. I would check with the manufacturer on any Tow ratings as this could void parts or the whole warranty. Sometimes they just state "towing is not recommended" but don't provide any firm statements yes or no, if warranty will be affected, etc. If you are looking to tow, like a small caravan, I would contact your local Kia Customer Centre and get a response in writing to clarify exactly. Let them know what you are thinking to do. As far as a bike rack goes, I see no reason why you can't put up to a class 2 2-inch receiver on it and carry up to 4 bikes, provided the tongue/hitch weight is no more than 200 pounds. Again, to play it safe, check the warrant manual and if it does not state anything, contact Kia to get a response and protect yourself. I know of many people who pull trailers and have bike racks on their EVs (I have one for my Leaf) and have no issues.

[@cashk581]

Is there any here in the States Please if any one know I'm interested on buying one

[@EVRevolution]

Hello and thanks for watching! I'm not sure if you would be able to find any MY2020's available in the U.S. that are not dealer demos. Kia announced late last year that these won't be coming for sale now until CY2021 due to constraint issues.

[@dcvariousvids8082]

I don’t like that you can’t see the front turn signals from the side. Nor can you see the wing mirror turn signals. So at junctions, other drivers would have to guess your intentions. Unless Kia are going to supply a man to walk in front waving a flag... I can see the invisible signals as a real hazard.

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks for feedback. At night they are really bright so no issue. I could see during the day, however it's still the drivers responsibility no matter who has the right of way to lookout for pedestrians, cyclists and other motorists period.

[@petegeoffrey4939]

I hate the red coloured dashboard dials for nighttime driving.

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks for watching Pete!

[@fjqtaxch9]

Did I see 14.2 kilometers per kwh? That can't be right unless you were going downhill the whole time. That's almost 298mpge.

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks for watching. You saw what I saw.

[@lsh3rd]

My one wish would be for rear wheel or all wheel drive... I'm not a fan of putting so much torque through the front wheels. If my LEAF chewed through tires at such a high rate, this thing is going to require a new set every year. Yes, I have a heavy foot and that will not change. This might be the one reason that I just hold out for a Tesla Model 3 - that and the charging network. The CCS charging network is still a joke. However, my expectation is that with USA federal rebates, I can probably get into this car sooner and cheaper. I like it much better than the Kona and Niro. I've rented a gasoline powered Soul and it exceeded expectations in just about every way - I imagine the EV version would be fantastic.

[@golfish8589]

Rear wheel drive tesla will also eat through tires

[@heidiwilks5316]

I lamented the lack of AWD at first too, but it's surprising just how well the traction control mitigates torque steer while preserving acceleration in this car -- even flooring it in sport mode causes very little tire chirp, yet still allows 6.3 second 0-100 times. They really programmed it well. I haven't tried it with the traction control turned off though as I suspect THAT could cause major wheelspin.

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks for the comments and Larry you have good points, however I am not a big fan of AWD unless there are compelling reasons for needing it. It's your pocket book so whatever you decide (both are excellent choices), the main thing is to get into a BEV sooner than later if you can.

[@MsPokey1234]

Here's what I want for my FIRST Electric Car: BASIC Car ( K. I. S.S.) ~ Charge on 110vac~ No Computers ~ Digital Read outs ~ 100

[@EVRevolution]

Hi Dean, thanks for watching and agree that for true mass market adoption we need the pricing to come down to $20K range. Even less would be great. More choice is coming and unfortunately, all the manufacturers have copied Tesla's approach to introducing BEVs buy starting with the more expensive model lines and pricing, eventually with economies of scale and supplier costs coming down, will then move to more affordability and greater product breadth.

[@MsPokey1234]

I hear you...."They" would sell a bunch if they followed the facts above! THEN~ we would move on to a "Family" type EV!!!

[@puper84]

Isn't it called e-soul instead of Soul EV?

[@jdvaillancourt]

What it's called just depends on what country you live in.

[@EVRevolution]

Hi thanks for watching, correct many naming conventions are geographic dependant.

[@jdvaillancourt]

@@EVRevolution Thanks for making videos about your Niro EV. Up next car will be electric and it will either be a Niro or a Model 3/Y. They each have their pros and cons, and although there are a plethora of Tesla videos, there aren't nearly as many in-depth Kia videos. Thanks again for producing your content.

[@radudragan89]

Over $40,000 dollars sticker price and they still can't put a $5 plastic organizer in the armrest? 🤦‍♂️

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks for watching!

[@minniesaab7255]

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[@EVRevolution]

Thanks!

[@MsPokey1234]

I don't understand why some E- Auto Maker ( Like VW - TESLA - CHEV - NISSAN) doesn't ramp-up the Mexican VW Bug plant and make E- "VOLTSWAGONS" on the old Beetle Base = K.I.S.S.? Charge on 110vac~ No Computers ~ Digital Read outs ~ 100

[@EVRevolution]

Sorry but the BUG is dead. I.D. will be the new future and the I.D.3 is the new Bug. You can get refurbished electrified aftermarket Bugs.

[@MsPokey1234]

Where?

[@EVRevolution]

California for one. You would have to google. Many small companies are springing up that are looking to retrofit cars into BEVs. It's a small industry so every bit helps, but this is not the massive way to go.

[@ThePrawlin]

Thanks for the review. For me the music track drove me mental and was not required at all. Also I found the narrative just a little too fast, overwhelming and flitting randomly from one subject to another without even a break to breath. All a bit intense for me. Sorry but had to be said. You know sometimes less really is more!

[@EVRevolution]

Hello and thanks for watching and for the feedback. I am always open to criticism and try to improve my productions constantly. Your's is the first of dozens of comments relating to this particular video to bring out these points, so I guess for most it's worked ok. I do agree that less is more and I do try to scale down my review videos and will continue to do so. Thanks again.

[@487shawntower4]

9 min and 20 sec in you find out range, lights on dash more important

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks for watching, not sure what you are trying to say.

[@487shawntower4]

@@EVRevolution just my attention deficit disorder, hehe, I want to hear price,range, and battery size ;first then the other options

[@EVRevolution]

@@487shawntower4 Got it thanks for the feedback, I'll try to remember for future!

[@arthdenton]

It's 'dog puke' green.

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks for watching.

[@Quickicecarreviews123]

Shame it costs so much. Kia isn’t helping people convert. Just get a model 3 for that price.

[@golfish8589]

He explained why he would get the soul over the 3. Cost per mile of range and ergonomics. I am 56 years old. And every car I have purchased in the last 30 years has a hatch. (Utilitarian) Model Y is not an suv

[@heidiwilks5316]

You basically can't. The price leader is essentially vapourware. When I configured the Model 3 like I wanted it the price was 10k over the Soul, for basically the same equipment (and in fact the Soul has some things the Model 3 does not). Tesla's configurator is to blame here -- if we didn't have to opt for AWD or the larger batteries to get the equipment we wanted the Model 3 would be a much more attractive proposition, price-wise.

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks QICR for the feedback and thanks @TIM and @Heidi for your comments. Agreed, the Model 3 does not work for many and that is why we need choice, even from other manufacturers that are still in compliance car mode. Compliance or not, Kia and Hyundai have built really really good BEVs that in my opinion are just as good as Tesla for being a BEV. Sure they may not have the cult following and software OTA/autopilot capabilities, but they all offer very good battery systems and driving characteristics, along with ergonomics and a good price point that will appeal to many!

[@ronaldgarrison8478]

From a taste standpoint, I don't like this car at all. Too many buttons and knobs. Too many contrasting colors. Turn signals that turn on and off in a way apparently trying to emulate incandescent lamps-bad idea IMO. Barfy body color. Just bad all around. I suppose it looks better than a Pacer, or a Vega, or for that matter a cube.

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks Ronald for watching and for your opinions. Not everyone shares them and like I keep saying like a broken record, more choice is good and beauty is in the eye of the beholder. From an EV perspective, the new Soul EV is a fantastic option which I personally, would take over a Model 3 or many others any day.

[@ReevansElectro]

Most people know very little about electronics or electricity but claim so many things about it. Ignorance does not give you license to spout off about things you don't know anything about.

[@EVRevolution]

Ok, are you giving me criticism on something, or just making a general statement?

[@ReevansElectro]

@@EVRevolution I reread my comment and can see that you may take it as criticism of you. It is not but is criticism of those who know little of how much energy the infotainment systems and lighting take compared to the motor(s) in EVs or any vehicle.

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks Robert for clarifying. You are correct that it does not take much energy to power the infotainment/lighting in BEVs.

[@peterdonnelly6732]

I'm afraid you've fallen victim to Hyundai/Kia's misleading marketing, which makes reference to using 100 kW chargers without making clear that the platform will accept only ~70 kW. See www.greencarreports.com/news/1116041_5-things-about-the-2019-hyundai-kona-electric-we-learned-at-the-ny-auto-show, point (4).

[@EVRevolution]

Hi Peter, thanks for watching and for your info. I'm pointing out with all the reviews I do, what the manufacturers specs states. Hence one reason why I like to test features, especially DCFC-ing capabilities (where I can) to see the real life numbers.

[@peterdonnelly6732]

@@EVRevolution I can't find the exact wording right now, but it was deliberately ambiguous, referring to the duration of charging on a 100 kW fast charger rather than the maximum wattage accepted. I haven't seen that latter number on any specs, but I might have missed it. Edit: The official spec sheet online says this: "DC fast charge with Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) to 80% charge -- 75 Min (50 kW) / 1 Hour (100 kW)” The numbers in parenthesis refer to the EVSE. Nothing about the maximum set by the car. This is not a criticism of your fine reviews, which are leagues ahead of most of the "experts" on KZbin.

[@charlest9884]

I want a commuter ev DON'T WANT ALL OF THE FANCY CRAP give me the basics and a good price and I'll buy

[@EVRevolution]

Keep the faith, more choice is coming. You can look at Sono Motors as a viable option for you as well.

[@J9_j3]

video is too long. a lot of repetitive info given again and again. either edit out stuff you repeat or write script and adhere yo it. i feel like your 30min video can be condensed to 10 min without any detriment to amount info provided

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks for the feedback and for watching!

[@fiddlesteven]

I've always disliked that color. No thanks.

[@EVRevolution]

Different strokes for different folks!

[@gfunk1200]

Stop talking about the Niro & just talk about the car you’re actually reviewing. Jesus

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks for watching!

[@tdebug1]

Good review. But god, it's a one ugly car :( I dunno why I am so not into those semi-futuristic-unique designs. And its not even AWD for the price.

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks for watching! Beauty is in the eye of the beholder!

[@mbeliv3763]

So sad that the Soul is so ugly on both side ( interior/exterior)

[@EVRevolution]

Thanks for watching! Beauty is in the eye of the beholder they say...I do like it!