Comparison - Mercedes-Benz EQA 250 Sport 2022 - vs - Kia Soul GT-Line 2020

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Model: 
Average Price: 
£
40,495
Updated: 
31 Aug 2021
$
27,490
Updated: 
22 Jun 2019
Car Type: 
SUV
SUV
Drive Type: 
Front Wheel Drive
Front Wheel Drive
Year: 
2022
2020
Total Seating: 
5
5
Transmission: 
1-speed Direct Drive
7-speed Automatic
Bluetooth: 
yes
yes
Heated seats: 
yes
yes
Navigation: 
yes
yes
Doors: 
5
5
Fuel Tank Capacity: 
14.30gals
Exterior Colors: 
Color: 
#A10A1D
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#010200
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Color: 
Snow white pearl
#FFFFFF
Gravity gray
#4F5257
Neptune blue
#2E46C4
Cherry black
#000000
Inferno red
#FF0900

Electric

Battery: 
66.5 kWh
Full Charge Range: 
263mi
Full Charge Time: 
Wall box (400 V/16 A) 10–100% - 5 hrs 45 min /Public rapid charging (100 kW) 10–80% - 30 min
Top Speed: 
99mph
Seconds from 0 to 60mph: 
8.90s

Expert Reviews

Expert reviews: 

Pros
Looks and feels more expensive than it is.
Quiet and relaxing to drive

Cons
The battery eats into rear space.
Safety kit should be standard

By: 
topgear.com

Pros
Quiet on the move
Decently roomy cabin
Brilliant infotainment

Cons
Compromised boot space
Rear seat uncomfortable
Range isn't as good as hoped

By: 
carwow.co.uk

Pros
Great on-board tech
Premium feel
Decent range

Cons
Smaller boot than GLA
Not particularly quick
Rivals have better charging capability

By: 
autoexpress.co.uk

The 2020 Kia Soul compact hatchback is proof of life among small, inexpensive cars.

Pros
Good style that’s grown on us
Fuel-efficient powertrains
Low price, but not cheap
Versatile interior
Comfortable for adults

Cons
Base Soul skimps on safety
Top engine isn’t great
No AWD
Limited rearward vision

By: 
thecarconnection.com

The 2020 Kia Soul ranked #1 in Subcompact SUVs. Currently the Kia Soul has a score of 8.4 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

The 2020 Kia Soul comes with front wheel drive. Available transmissions include: continuously variable-speed automatic.The 2020 Kia Soul is totally redesigned.Restyled exterior and new base powertrain.Part of the third Soul generation introduced for 2020.

Pros
Lots of features for the price
Roomier than other subcompact crossovers
Surprisingly fun to drive
Standard Apple CarPlay and Android Auto

Cons
Excessive wind and tire noise at freeway speeds
Clunky response from turbocharged engine's transmission

By: 
edmunds.com

Fuel

Fuel Type: 
Electric
Regular Unleaded
Fuel Economy City USA: 
27.00mpg
Fuel Economy HWY: 
32.00mpg
Engine type: 
Electric
Petrol/Gas

Engine and Performance

Valves: 
16
Cylinders: 
4
Inline
Engine Size/Displacement: 
1.60L
Torque: 
195ft-lbs
at 1 500rpm
Horsepower: 
190hp
201hp
at 6 000rpm
Cam Type: 
Double overhead cam (DOHC)
Turning Circle: 
37.40Feet
34.80Feet

Convenience

Cruise Control: 
yes
yes
Door Pockets: 
yes
yes
Cupholders: 
yes
yes
Overhead console: 
yes
yes
Seatback Storage: 
yes
yes
Power Steering: 
yes
yes
Parking sensors: 
yes
yes
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: 
Multi-function steering wheel
Transmission, Cruise And Audio Controls On Steering Wheel
More in Convenience: 
Shift paddles
Auto-dimming interior mirror
Dual Illuminating Vanity Mirrors
Electric Power Steering
Leather Steering Wheel

Exterior Dimensions

Length: 
175.70in
165.20in
Width: 
79.50in
70.90in
Height: 
63.70in
63.00in
Ground Clearance: 
6.70in
Front Track: 
62.40in
62.00in
Rear Track: 
62.30in
62.40in
Wheel Base: 
107.40in
102.40in

Interior Dimensions

Front Head Room: 
40.80
38.30
Rear Head Room: 
37.50
39.50
Front Leg Room: 
41.10in
Rear leg room: 
38.80in
Front Hip Room: 
57.30in
53.50in
Front Shoulder Room: 
55.80in
55.50in
Rear Hip Room: 
57.20in
52.80in
Rear Shoulder room: 
54.80in
54.70in

Weights and capacites

Cargo Capacity: 
46.00cu.ft
62.10cu.ft
Maximum Towing Capacity un-break: 
1653lbs
Cargo Capacity with Seats in Place: 
12.00cu.ft
23.40cu.ft
Angle of Approach: 
18.70degrees
Angle of Departure: 
21.80degrees
Curb Weight: 
4497.00lbs
3036.00lbs

Instruments

External Temperature Display: 
yes
yes
Clock: 
yes
yes
Trip computer: 
yes
yes
Techometer: 
yes
yes
Compass: 
yes
yes

Power Features

Power windows: 
yes
yes
Remote Keyless doors: 
yes
yes
More Power Features: 
2 One-Touch Power Windows
Heated Mirrors

Seats

Rear Seat Collapsible: 
yes
yes
Front Seats Features: 
Heated front seats
electric backrest and height adjustment
electric seat cushion inclination adjustment;
electropneumatic four-way lumbar support
manual seat cushion depth adjustment by 6 cm
Leatherette/Cloth
Bucket Front Seats
Multi-Level Heating Driver Seat
Height Adjustable Driver Seat
Multi-Level Heating Passenger Seat
Driver Seat With Power Adjustable Lumbar Support
8 -Way Power Driver Seat
4 -Way Manual Passenger Seat Adjustment
Rear Seats Features: 
Folding center armrest
Rear seat 60-40 foldable split
Folding center armrest
Rear Ventilation Ducts
Split-Folding Rear Seatback

Suspension

Front Suspension: 
Front Independent Suspension
Rear Suspension: 
Stabilizer Bar Stabilizer Bar

Comfort

Interior air Filtration: 
yes
yes
Climate Control: 
yes
yes
More Comfort Features: 
THERMOTRONIC automatic climate control
Turn Signal In Mirrors

Entertainment

DVD player: 
no
no
AM/FM Radio: 
yes
yes
Satellite radio: 
yes
yes
Video monitor: 
no
no
More Entertainment: 
one centre speaker, two Frontbass speakers, two tweeters, four mid-range speakers and 225 W amplifier output
MBUX multimedia system with widescreen cockpit (two 10-inch displays with touchpad) O O
Smartphone integration
Hard disk navigation
Live Traffic Information (free for first three years)
navigation
Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Speakers
Auxiliary Audio Input And USB With External Media Control
Harman/Kardon Premium Brand Stereo System
1 Subwoofer(S)
USB Connection
10 Total Speakers
640 Watts Stereo Output

Exterior Features

Sunroof: 
no
no
Rear defogger: 
yes
yes
More in Glass and Roof: 
Adaptive Highbeam Assist
Heat-insulating dark-tinted glass
Polished aluminium roof rails
Surround lighting with projection of brand logo
Windcreen wipers with rain sensor
Solar Glass
Alloy Wheels: 
yes
yes
Wheel size: 
18"
18 X 7.5 In
Wheels more: 
Inside Mounted Spare Tire
Temporary Spare Tire
All Season Tires
Wheel Dimensions: 
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
55
Diameter: 
R18
Width: 
235.00millimeters
Aspect Ratio: 
45
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
no
Engine immobilizer: 
no
yes
Front fog lights: 
no
yes
Dusk sensing headlamps: 
no
yes
Auto delay off headlamps: 
no
yes
Front headrests: 
yes
yes
Rear headrests: 
yes
yes
Tire pressure monitoring: 
yes
yes
More Safety Features: 
Active Brake Assist
Active Lane Keeping Assist
Active Speed limit Assist
Blind Spot Assist with exit warning function
Mercedes-Benz emergency call system
Blind Spot And Lane Departure Warnings Accident Avoidance System
LED Headlamp
Post-Collision Safety System
Rear Center 3-Point Belt
Pre-Collision Safety System
Remote Anti-Theft Alarm System
Passenger Airbag Occupant Sensing Deactivation

Options

Packages: 
Paint Protection Package
Exterior Options: 
Cross Bars
Puddle Lamps
Mudguards
Wheel Locks
Rear Bumper Applique (Turbo)
Interior Options: 
Carpet Floor Mats
Illuminated Door Sill Plates
Cargo Mat W/Seatback Protection
Cargo Tray
Interior Light Kit
Sport Pedals

Colors

Interior Colors: 
Color: 
Black sofino leatherette and cloth
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