Kia Soul EV vs Volvo XC70
Side-by-side comparison from manufacturer specifications, NHTSA safety data, and live dealer listings.
Vehicles
Vehicles
2016 Volvo XC70
Overview
| Spec | Kia Soul EVBase | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Selected trim | Base | T5 Drive-E |
| Body style | Wagon | Wagon |
| Drivetrain | front wheel drive | front wheel drive |
| Fuel type | electric | premium unleaded (recommended) |
| Transmission | 1-speed direct drive | 8-speed shiftable automatic |
| Engine type | electric | gas |
| Model year | 2019 | 2016 |
Pricing & market
| Spec | Kia Soul EVBase | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $33,950 (best) | $37,100 |
| For sale now | 0 | 0 |
Fuel economy & range
| Spec | Kia Soul EVBase | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Combined MPG | — | 26 MPG (best) |
| City MPG | — | 23 MPG (best) |
| Highway MPG | — | 31 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 | — | 18.5 gal (best) |
Performance
| Spec | Kia Soul EVBase | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Horsepower | 109 hp | 240 hp (best) |
| Torque | 210 lb-ft | 258 lb-ft (best) |
| Engine size | — | 2 L (best) |
| Cylinders | — | I4 |
Size & capability
| Spec | Kia Soul EVBase | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Seating | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Doors | 5 | 5 |
| Cargo volume | 49.5 cu ft | 72.1 cu ft (best) |
| Towing capacity | — | 3,500 lbs (best) |
| Payload | 1,032 lbs (best) | — |
| Curb weight | 3,289 lbs (best) | 3,794 lbs |
| Ground clearance | 5.9 in | 8.3 in (best) |
| Wheelbase | 101.2 in | 110.8 in (best) |
| Length | 163 in | 190.5 in (best) |
| Width | 70.9 in | 75.8 in (best) |
| Height | 63 in | 63.1 in (best) |
Safety & recalls
| Spec | Kia Soul EVBase | Volvo XC70T5 Drive-E |
|---|---|---|
| Open recalls (YMM scope) | 3 | 2 (best) |
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 | Volvo XC70 |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Base $33,950 MSRP(Currently comparing) | T5 Drive-E $37,100 MSRP(Currently comparing) |
| 2 | + $35,950 MSRP | T5 $38,600 MSRP |
| 3 | — | T5 Drive-E Premier $40,550 MSRP |
| 4 | — | T5 Drive-E Classic Premier $41,550 MSRP |
| 5 | — | T5 Premier $42,050 MSRP |
| 6 | — | T5 Classic Premier $43,050 MSRP |
| 7 | — | T5 Drive-E Platinum $45,675 MSRP |
| 8 | — | T5 Drive-E Classic Platinum $46,675 MSRP |
| 9 | — | T5 Platinum $47,175 MSRP |
| 10 | — | T5 Classic Platinum $48,175 MSRP |
Kia Soul EV vs Volvo XC70 FAQ
- Which is better: 2019 Kia Soul EV or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- It depends on priorities. OpenDealer compares 2019 Kia Soul EV vs 2016 Volvo XC70 on MSRP, fuel economy, horsepower, seating, towing, NHTSA safety ratings, and live market prices so you can weigh the tradeoffs.
- Which costs less: 2019 Kia Soul EV or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- Based on starting MSRP, the 2019 Kia Soul EV starts lower at $33,950.
- Which has better startingMsrp: 2019 Kia Soul EV or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- The 2019 Kia Soul EV leads on startingMsrp in this comparison (33,950).
- Which has better combinedMpg: 2019 Kia Soul EV or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- The 2016 Volvo XC70 leads on combinedMpg in this comparison (26).
- Which has better electricRangeMi: 2019 Kia Soul EV or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- The 2019 Kia Soul EV leads on electricRangeMi in this comparison (111).
- Which has better horsepower: 2019 Kia Soul EV or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- The 2016 Volvo XC70 leads on horsepower in this comparison (250).
- Which has better maxTowingLbs: 2019 Kia Soul EV or 2016 Volvo XC70?
- The 2016 Volvo XC70 leads on maxTowingLbs in this comparison (3,500).