BMW 328i xDrive vs Kia Soul EV
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2019 Kia Soul EV
Overview
| Spec | BMW 328i xDrive328i xDrive SULEV | Kia Soul EVBase |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | 328i xDrive SULEV | Base |
| Body style | Sedan | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | all wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | premium unleaded (required) | electric |
| Transmission | 8-speed shiftable automatic | 1-speed direct drive |
| Engine type | gas | electric |
| Model year | 2016 | 2019 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | BMW 328i xDrive328i xDrive SULEV | Kia Soul EVBase |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $40,350 | $33,950 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | BMW 328i xDrive328i xDrive SULEV | Kia Soul EVBase |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | 26 MPG (best) | — |
| City MPG | 22 MPG (best) | — |
| Highway MPG | 34 MPG (best) | — |
| Combined MPGe | — | 108 MPGe (best) |
| Electric range | — | 111 mi (best) |
| Battery capacity | — | 30 kWh (best) |
| 240V charge time | — | 5 hr (best) |
| Fuel tank | 15.8 gal (best) | — |
Performance
| Spec | BMW 328i xDrive328i xDrive SULEV | Kia Soul EVBase |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 240 hp (best) | 109 hp |
| Torque | 255 lb-ft (best) | 210 lb-ft |
| Engine size | 2 L (best) | — |
| Cylinders | I4 | — |
Size & capability
| Spec | BMW 328i xDrive328i xDrive SULEV | Kia Soul EVBase |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 4 | 5 (best) |
| Cargo volume | 13 cu ft | 49.5 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | — | 1,032 lbs (best) |
| Curb weight | 3,635 lbs | 3,289 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.7 in | 5.9 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 110.6 in (best) | 101.2 in |
| Length | 182.4 in (best) | 163 in |
| Width | 71.3 in (best) | 70.9 in |
| Height | 56.5 in | 63 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | BMW 328i xDrive328i xDrive SULEV | Kia Soul EVBase |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | None reported | None reported |
Highlighted values indicate the better figure for that spec when a clear winner exists. Specs reflect the selected trim for each vehicle. Drag a vehicle header to reorder columns. MSRP and specifications are manufacturer data; listing prices and inventory come from live dealer listings. Safety ratings are from NHTSA.
Trim overview
All available trims with MSRP. The trim selected above is highlighted; comparison specs use that selection.
| Trim | BMW 328i xDrive | Kia Soul EV |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 328i xDrive SULEV $40,350 MSRP(Currently comparing) | Base $33,950 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | 328i xDrive $42,650 MSRP | + $35,950 MSRP |