Car A
Volkswagen ID.3 1ST
The Volkswagen ID.3 1ST is a compact electric hatch that blends city-friendly size with usable range. Strong power and five-seat practicality make it a capable daily and small-family choice.
Volkswagen ID.3 1ST
Hatchback · Electric · FWD
vs
Kia Soul EV
Hatchback · Electric · FWD
Car B
Kia Soul EV
A practical 5-seat electric with strong reliability and safety signals, the Kia Soul EV suits city driving and growing families. Its 400 km range, 503 L cargo space, and brisk acceleration make it good value in its segment.
Why compared
cross brandsame body typesame powertrainsame seatssimilar price
Usage fit
Family
54
/
68
City
56
/
69
Budget / value
31
/
51
Road trip
42
/
34
Performance
26
/
27
Cargo
21
/
28
Practical
28
/
44
Premium
27
/
20
Winter
26
/
20
Scores out of 100. Blue = Volkswagen ID.3 1ST · Orange = Kia Soul EV
Specs side-by-side
Spec
Volkswagen ID.3 1ST
Kia Soul EV
Values are representative — confirm for your market and trim.
Pros & cons
Volkswagen ID.3 1ST
- 420 km rated range supports commuting and occasional road trips
- Brisk 0–100 km/h in 7.3 s boosts confidence in urban traffic
- Five seats and a 385 L boot suit small-family needs
- Good value in its segment given 204 hp and a 58 kWh battery
- Not ideal for cargo-heavy use; 385 L limits bulky loads
- Performance drivers may find the 160 km/h top speed limiting
- Front-wheel drive may deter shoppers seeking AWD traction
- Price near 39,900 may stretch tighter budgets
Kia Soul EV
- 400 km range from a 64 kWh battery reduces charging stops for daily city and suburban use
- 503 L trunk and 5 seats handle errands, school runs, and weekend bags with ease
- 204 hp and 7.6 s 0–100 km/h deliver quick responses for merging and overtakes
- Strong reliability and safety signals support low-stress ownership
- FWD only; no AWD option for added traction in tough conditions
- 160 km/h top speed may not suit frequent high-speed highway or autobahn travel
- Better for city and commuting than very long road trips without careful planning
- Not aimed at premium seekers per signals
Verdict
Pick Volkswagen ID.3 1ST if…
Efficiency & everyday ease
Volkswagen ID.3 1ST is the choice if fuel economy and city-friendly driving are your priority.
Pick Kia Soul EV if…
Performance & capability
Kia Soul EV is the choice if you want more power, speed, or all-weather capability.