All about Upcoming Renault Zoe vs Kia Soul EVs ✓ Specification ✓ Price ✓ Mileage ✓ Color ✓ Features ✓ ABS ✓ Comparison.
Renault has unveiled the Zoe electric vehicle (EV) in India at Auto Expo 2020. Renault could launch the Zoe in India in late 2021. It is likely to be priced upwards of Rs 14 lakh at launch. Like Hyundai and MG, Renault has decided to understand experiment with an imported EV first and then move to locally manufactured EVs in India. The report says that the company is already testing the it the country to adapt it to the local weather and road conditions and get an understanding of the range.
Another Side, Kia Motors also planning to launch its electric car in the future very soon. Kia already gained very popularity by the Seltos sales records in the market, now company also wants grab the electric car share as well. Every car maker company’s ready with the launch of their electric cars range, Kia already showcased of its cars range in Auto Expo 2020. Kia said that it will be budget friendly boxy style car for family purpose.
| Car Name | Riding Range | Ex-showroom Price Delhi |
| Renault Zoe | 350-400 km/charge | Rs. 14-16 lakh. |
| Kia Soul EV | 250-350 km/charge | Rs. 12-15 lakh. |
Renault Zoe vs Kia Soul EV – Specifications:
| Name of the Car | Renault Zoe | Kia Soul EV |
| Engine Specifications | ||
| Engine Type | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) | Permanent Magnet Synchronous Motor (PMSM) |
| Battery Type | 40 kWh, Lithium Ion Polymer, Battery | 39.2 kWh, Li-polymer Battery |
| Motor Type | Synchronous Electric Motor Rotter Coil | 1 Permanent magnet synchronous |
| Max. Power | 135 PS | 110 bhp @ 8,000 rpm |
| Max. Torque | 245 Nm | 285 Nm @ 2,730 rpm |
| Transmission Type | Single Speed Automatic | Automatic |
| Fuel Type | Electric | Electric |
| Battery Charging | 9.5 Hrs @ 400 Volt, 1 Hr 10 Mins. to 0-80 percent DC Fast Charging | 9 Hrs @ 360 Volt, 1 hr 15 mins. To 0-80 percent DC Fast Charging |
| Braking System | ||
| Front Brake | Disc | Disc |
| Rear Brake | Disc | Drum |
| Wheel Type | Alloy | Alloy |
| Steering Type | Power assisted (Electric) | Power assisted (Electric) |
| ABS | Yes | Yes |
| Suspension | ||
| Front Suspension | MacPherson Strut | Coil springs Shock (helical springs) absorbers MacPherson strut Independent |
| Rear Suspension | Torsion Beam with Spring Coil | Semi-independent Torsion beam (twist beam / torsion bar) Coil springs (helical springs) Shock absorbers |
| Wheel and Tyres | ||
| Front Tyre | 195 / 65 R16 | 205 / 60 R16 92H |
| Rear Tyre | 195 / 65 R16 | 205 / 60 R16 92H |
| Wheel Size | Front: 16-inch, Rear: 16-inch | Front: 16-inch, Rear: 16-inch |
| Tyre Type | Tubeless | Tubeless |
| Dimensions | ||
| Overall Length | 4,084 mm | 4,195 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,730 mm | 1,800 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,562 mm | 1605 mm |
| Ground Clearance | 145 mm | 149 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2588 mm | 2,600 mm |
| Kerb Weight | 1468 kg | 1506 kg |
| Safety | ||
| Airbags | 6-Airbags | 6-Airbags |
| Central Lock | Yes (keyless) | Yes (keyless) |
| Child Safety Lock | Yes | Yes |
| Tyre Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) | Yes | Yes |
| Comfort & Convenience | ||
| Air Conditioner | Automatic Climate Control | Automatic Climate Control |
| Heater | Yes | Yes |
| Park Assist | Reverse Camera with Guidance | Reverse Camera with Guidance |
| Parking Sensors | Rear | Rear |
| Cruise Control | Yes | Yes |
| Keyless start/stop Button | Yes | Yes |
| Performance | ||
| Top Speed | 210 kmph | 145 kmph |
| 0-100 kmph | 9.5 seconds | 12.5 seconds |
| Others | ||
| Colors | – Glacier White – Arctic White – Energy Blue – Neptune Grey – Azure Blue – Calico Grey – Diamond Black | – Cherry Red – Gravity Gray – Mars Orange – Snow White Pearl – Sparkling Silver – Neon Green |
Verdict :- After Checking all details of both electric cars about engine, features and Price it is very difficult to decide or choose any one from these because both are superb on road conditions apart from any other electric cars but if you are looking some classic feature rich car then Renault Zoe would be your choice or If you are looking some power full or power packed performance can then you can buy Kia Soul EV otherwise in our journey both electric cars are worth to buy, Apart from look wise Renault Zoe is looks more premium over the Kia Soul so choice is yours.