Kia Soul EV vs Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2019 Volkswagen Golf SportWagen
Overview
| Spec | Kia Soul EVBase | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | 1.4T S |
| Body style | Wagon | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | regular unleaded |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 6-speed manual |
| Engine type | electric | gas |
| Model year | 2019 | 2019 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia Soul EVBase | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $33,950 | $21,895 (best) |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia Soul EVBase | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 32 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 29 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 37 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 | — | 13.2 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Kia Soul EVBase | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 109 hp | 147 hp (best) |
| Torque | 210 lb-ft (best) | 184 lb-ft |
| Engine size | — | 1.4 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia Soul EVBase | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 49.5 cu ft | 66.5 cu ft (best) |
| Payload | 1,032 lbs (best) | 926 lbs |
| Curb weight | 3,289 lbs | 2,978 lbs (best) |
| Ground clearance | 5.9 in (best) | 5.4 in |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 103.5 in (best) |
| Length | 163 in | 179.8 in (best) |
| Width | 70.9 in (best) | 70.8 in |
| Height | 63 in (best) | 58.3 in |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia Soul EVBase | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen1.4T S |
|---|---|---|
| NHTSA overall | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Frontal crash (passenger) | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (driver) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side crash (passenger) | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Side pole | — | 5 / 5 ★ (best) |
| Rollover | — | 4 / 5 ★ (best) |
| 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 | Kia Soul EV | Volkswagen Golf SportWagen |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $33,950 MSRP(Currently comparing) | 1.4T S $21,895 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | + $35,950 MSRP | 1.4T S $22,995 MSRP |
| 3 | — | 1.8T S 4MOTION $24,395 MSRP |
| 4 | — | 1.8T S 4MOTION $25,495 MSRP |
| 5 | — | 1.4T SE $29,995 MSRP |