Comparison - Kia Soul EV 2020 - vs - Lexus UX 250h 2021

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Make: 
Model: 
Average Price: 
£
33,795
Updated: 
30 Oct 2019
$
35,200
Updated: 
10 Nov 2019
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
All Wheel Drive
Year: 
2020
2021
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
Continuously Variable-speed Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
no
no
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
10.60gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
Neptune Blue with Black Roof
#204A95
Clear White with Red Roof
#EEEFEA
Quartz Black with Red Roof
#131210
Color: 
Eminent White Pearl
#f2f2f2
Caviar
#2e2e2e
Obsidian
#090909
Redline
#c42a28
Atomic Silver
#abaab8
Cadmium Orange
#bf3b17
Nebula Gray Pearl
#4f5052
Nori Green Pearl
#4b5137
Grecian Water
#0041AF

Electric

Battery: 
Electric 64kWh lithium-ion polymer battery
Full Charge Range: 
280mi
Full Charge Time: 
AC Charge Time (220V) / 31hrs (0% → 100%)-DC Fast Charge Time (100kW) /54mins (0% → 80%)
Top Speed: 
104mph
Seconds from 0 to 60mph: 
7.60s

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

The Kia Soul EV is a small electric SUV with a roomy cabin and a good amount of standard equipment but other small electric cars can travel further on a single charge.

Pros
Cheap to run
Funky styling
Well-equipped

Cons
Expensive to buy
Limited electric range
Alternatives have bigger boots

By: 
carwow.co.uk

The 2021 Kia Soul EV leads the battery charge, fashion first.

Pros
Bigger battery pack
Promise of 200-mile-plus range
Savvy new style
Wide-screen infotainment and displays

Cons
Where will you be able to buy one?
Charge specs TBD

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2020 Kia Soul's #1 ranking is based on its score within the Subcompact SUVs category. It was the winner of our 2020 Best Subcompact SUV for the Money award and the winner of our 2019 Best New Cars for Teens award. Currently the Kia Soul has a score of 8.5 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 18 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Large cargo capacity
User-friendly tech features
Comfortable, roomy seats

Cons
Middling interior quality
Rivals are more athletic

By: 
usnews.com

For 2021 Redesigned cargo area adds more capacity.New Black Line Special Edition package limited to 1,000 units.Blind-spot monitoring and rear cross-traffic alert are now standard.

Pros
High fuel economy
Lots of standard and optional safety tech
Maneuverable around town thanks to small dimensions

Cons
Infotainment interface can be difficult to use
Tepid acceleration
Limited rear legroom
Cargo area has a high liftover height

By: 
edmunds.com

The 2021 Lexus UX taps design verve to hawk its cozy interior space and its middling performance.

Pros
Good looks outside
Inside, too
Frugal UX Hybrid
Android Auto and Apple CarPlay, gratis

Cons
Drivetrain can drone
Short on acceleration
Gets pricey for its size
Cramped rear seat

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2021 Lexus UX Hybrid's #9 ranking is based on its score within the Luxury Hybrid and Electric SUVs category. Currently the Lexus UX Hybrid has a score of 7.4 out of 10, which is based on our evaluation of 17 pieces of research and data elements using various sources.

Pros
Generous standard features list
Relaxed ride
Above-average fuel economy

Cons
Limited cargo space
Fussy infotainment controls
Lethargic acceleration

By: 
usnews.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Electric
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
41.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
38.00mpg
Engine type: 
Electric
Hybrid

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
Cylinders: 
4
inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
2.00L
Torque: 
291ft-lbs
at 3 600rpm
Horsepower: 
203hp
at 8 000rpm
181hp
at 6 000rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
34.20Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
no
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
no
Steering Wheel Tilt: 
yes
yes
Telescopic steering wheel: 
yes
yes
Rear View Camera: 
yes
yes
Front view Camera: 
no
no
Side view Camera: 
no
no
On steering wheel: 
Audio and cruise controls on steering wheel
Audio And Cruise Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Leather Trimmed Steering Wheel
Heated Steering Wheel
Charging Indicator on Dashboard
Regenerative Braking Level Controlled by Paddle Shift Mounted on Steering Wheel
leather steering wheel
keyless ignition
Adaptive Cruise Control

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
165.20in
177.00in
Width: 
70.90in
72.40in
Height: 
63.00in
60.60in
Front Track: 
61.60in
Rear Track: 
62.00in
Wheel Base: 
102.40in
103.90in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
37.20
Rear Head Room: 
36.30
Front Leg Room: 
42.00in
Rear leg room: 
33.10in
Front Hip Room: 
53.80in
Front Shoulder Room: 
55.00in
Rear Hip Room: 
52.30in
Rear Shoulder room: 
52.90in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
47.00cu.ft
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
11.00cu.ft
17.10cu.ft
Curb Weight: 
3605.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
no
Compass: 
no
no

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
hands-free entry
Heated mirrors
4 One-Touch Power Windows

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Seatback Pocket (Front Passenger)
Front & Rear Door Storage
Driver's Seat Height Adjuster
Heated Front Seats
8-way Driver's Power Adjustable Seat (Sliding, Reclining, Height Adjustment)
Heated Front Seats
Driver's Seat Power Lumbar Support
bucket front seats
height adjustable passenger seat
8 -way power passenger seat
height adjustable driver seat
Driver seat with power adjustable lumbar support
8 -way power driver seat
leatherette
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
60:40 Split Folding 2nd Row Seats
Rear Ventilation Duct
rear ventilation ducts
Split-folding rear seatback
folding center armrest

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Macpherson Strut
Front Stabilizer Bar
Rear Suspension: 
Multi link
Rear Stabilizer Bar
Suspension Info: 
four-wheel independent suspension

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
no
yes
Climate Control: 
no
yes
More Comfort Features: 
Single Automatic Air Conditioning (With Driver Only Function)
Sunvisors with Vanity Mirror Illumination (Driver & Front Passenger)
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Dual Zone Front Climate Control

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
10.25” color touch screen display
8” Head-Up Display (HUD)
7” TFT cluster display
UVO link connectivity system for remote services
Harman Kardon® Premium Audio
Wireless Smartphone Charger
10-speaker
USB with external media control
USB connection
6 total speakers
3 Months Of Provided Satellite Radio Service
Satellite Radio W/Real Time Traffic Satellite Radio

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Designer Collection with new two-tone colorways
Aerodynamic enhancements such as a full flat underbody tray, Active Air Flap, and aero wheel design
New LED headlights and fog lights
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
17"
18 x 7.0 in.
Wheels more: 
Run flat tires
painted alloy wheels
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
215.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R17
Width: 
225.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
50
Diameter: 
R18

Safety Features

ABS: 
yes
yes
Front head airbags: 
yes
yes
Rear head airbags: 
yes
yes
Dual front side-mounted airbags: 
yes
yes
Emergency braking assist: 
yes
yes
Traction control: 
yes
yes
Child seat anchors: 
yes
yes
Front brakes: 
Ventilated Front Disc
Stability control: 
yes
yes
Rear brakes: 
Solid Rear Disc Brakes
Rear door child safety locks: 
yes
yes
Daytime running lights: 
yes
yes
Engine immobilizer: 
no
yes
Front fog lights: 
yes
no
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
no
no
Auto delay off headlamps: 
yes
no
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW)
Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
Forward Collision Avoidance (FCA)
Forward Collision Warning (FCW)
Lane Change Assist (LCA)
Lane Keeping Assist (LKA)
Parking Distance Warning-Reverse (PDW-R)
Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Warning (RCCW)
All-round 3-point Seatbelts
Impact Sensing Auto Door Unlocking
Locking Wheel Nuts
Rear center 3-point belt
post-collision safety system
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
Passenger airbag occupant sensing deactivation
Rear height adjustable headrests
LED headlamp
pre-collision safety system
4-Wheel ABS

Options

Packages: 
Cold Weather Package
Premium Package
Black Line Special Edition (Birch Interior)
Black Line Special Edition (Black Interior)
Exterior Options: 
Door Edge Guards
Door Edge Film by 3M
Mudguards
Power Rear Door w/Kick Sensor
Rear Bumper Applique
Premium Paint
Roof Rack Cross Bars
Triple Beam LED Headlamps
Paint Protection Film By 3M
18" Gloss Black Machined Alloy Wheels
Interior Options: 
Universal Tablet Holder
Head Up Display
Electrochromic (Auto-Dimming) Inside Rear View Mirror w/Homelink Universal Transmitter
Power Tilt and Slide Moonroof
Wireless Charger
Key Gloves w/Lexus Logo
Heated Leather Steering Wheel
Navigation System w/10.3" Multimedia Display
Illuminated Door Sills
Carpet Cargo Mat
Key Gloves w/F Logo
All-Weather Floor Liners
All-Weather Cargo Mat

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black, leatherette
#252525
Glazed Caramel NuLuxe, leatherette
#9b6849
Birch, leatherette
#a6a19d