2021 Kia Soul EV – Freehold, NJ

The Power of a Battery

The 2021 Kia Soul EV will feature an all-new electric powertrain. Its 64.0 kWh lithium-ion battery pack powers a 201 hp electric permanent-magnet synchronous AC motor. You read that right; the 2021 Kia Soul will have 201 horsepower, almost double that of the first-generation model. Moreover, this engine can produce up to 291 lb-ft of torque. And even better, the battery pack has been rated to provide a range of up to 243 miles. In other words, this 2021 Soul EV is not a station car. You should feel comfortable taking this one out on some amazing - and long - road trips.

Kia has also made charging a breeze with the all-new 2021 Soul EV. You can choose from three different options. Level one is for 120 volts, level two is for 240 volts, and level three is for DC fast charging. And concerning public charging, there are roughly 16,000 level two (240 volts) public outlets available worldwide for the Soul EV's plug-in charger. This means that you truly do not have to worry about being stuck with a low or dead battery. 

Transmissions for the Soul

One of the coolest features of the 2021 Kia Soul EV is its single-speed direct-drive transmission. Yes, there is only one speed. Kia has replaced the standard stick shifter on the 2021 Soul EV with a rotary shifter that is both convenient and easy to use. An LED indicator light shows whether your Soul EV is in drive, neutral, or reverse. This transmission also efficiently channels power to the front wheels of the Soul EV, since it is a front-wheel drive vehicle. The 2021 Soul EV will also be the only model of the Kia Soul to feature transformative drive modes. This allows you to adjust the car to meet the current road conditions, especially helpful if you live in a temperate climate with snow, sleet, ice, and heavy rain.

Speed, Stops, and Wheels

So, how does the 2021 Kia Soul perform? In one word: wow! When you drive a 2021 Kia Soul EV, you will think you are in a much more expensive and luxury electric vehicle. How does 0-60 mph in 7.0 seconds grab you? How about a top speed of 105 mph? Yes, this is not a glorified golf cart, but a performance compact SUV. You'll have the fun of watching the shocked faces of other motorists as you glide by in your Soul EV. 

In addition, the 2021 Kia Soul EV comes with regenerative brake paddles. These are mounted on the steering wheel, allowing you to adjust to one-pedal driving, especially helpful when you are on the freeway. Step on the gas pedal and your Soul EV glides forward. Take your foot off the gas, and the Soul EV automatically brakes.

Handling is also exceptional. The Soul EV comes equipped with 17-inch lightweight wheels, giving you excellent grip without concomitant drag. This is because Kia has designed the wheels with aerodynamic inserts to reduce the amount of resistance. The Soul EV also features a new rear suspension for a more comfortable ride. Finally, the Soul EV has the same tight wheelbase of 102.4 inches as the gas-powered model, making it easy to get in and out of tight spots. This is another example of the convenience of having a compact SUV like the Soul EV.

Mind-Blowing Fuel Economy

One of the main reasons for buying an electric vehicle is to avoid paying at the pump. Nobody enjoys paying for gas. Also, with world supplies subject to shortages, price shifts, and disruptions seemingly at a moment's notice, do you really want to be at the mercy of the gas station when you have to go somewhere? With a 2021 Kia Soul EV, you will not have this problem anymore. Besides, the mileage on this performance, all-electric compact SUV is off the charts. The EPA estimates that a 2021 Kia Soul EV will provide you with 127 MPGe in city driving, 101 MPGe in highway driving, and a combined 114 MPGe. Those numbers are astonishing and extremely impressive.

Staying Safe with the Soul

No matter what vehicle you are looking to purchase, safety is always essential. The drive does not matter if you cannot reach your destination safely. Luckily, the folks at Kia are going to provide plenty of safety features on the all-new 2021 Kia Soul EV.  

First, the Soul EV will have automated emergency braking with forward-collision warning. Both of these features alert you to a possible front-end impact and automatically engage the brakes to avoid collisions. There is also a driver attention warning feature, an ingenious system that senses if you are dosing off based on your driving patterns and sounds an alarm to wake you up. Also available is the lane-departure warning feature with lane-keeping assist. This helps prevent you from drifting into adjacent lanes on the freeway or crossing the center divider on local roads.  

The 2021 Kia Soul EV will also feature an Uvo Telematics System. This allows you to monitor your Soul EV using your smartphone, so you can check on the charging status of your vehicle, set a charging schedule, and even get alerts about your car. Other safety features include a rear camera, parking sensors, blind-spot monitors, and automatic high beams that turn on in low light situations. Finally, adaptive cruise control will adjust the speed of your Soul EV when using cruise control to maintain a safe distance behind the vehicle in front of you. Each of these features should help to make the 2021 Kia Soul EV one of the safest cars in its class on the road.

Soulful Infotainment

Like most vehicles on the road today, the 2021 Kia Soul EV comes with an infotainment system that integrates the critical information you need on your car with the entertainment features you desire. However, the 2021 Kia Soul EV will take things one step further. It starts with a 10.3-inch color touchscreen that dwarfs those of Kia's competitors. It continues with a state-of-the-art navigation system that will make it unnecessary to use your smartphone apps when looking for an address. The Kia Soul EV's system also does a great job of integrating Bluetooth connectivity and Apple CarPlay or Android Auto. Finally, the standard 2021 Kia Soul EV will feature an amazing 6-speaker sound system. But if those six speakers are not enough, you can upgrade to the Soul EV Designer Collection, which comes with a beautiful Harmon Kardon premium sound system. You will think you are in a concert hall, but without the 20,000 screaming fans, just you and your four favorite passengers.