2015 Kia Soul EV vs. 2015 Ford Focus
When we compare the 2015 Kia Soul EV's and the 2015 Ford Focus's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Kia Soul EV has the advantage in the area of interior volume. The 2015 Ford Focus has the advantage in the areas of typical lower range of pricing for used cars and base engine power. Based on this comparison of the 2015 Kia Soul EV's and the 2015 Ford Focus's specifications and ratings, the 2015 Ford Focus is a better car than the 2015 Kia Soul EV.
2015 Kia Soul EV vs. 2015 Ford Focus Pricing
A used 2015 Kia Soul EV ranges from $8,560 to $15,943 while a used 2015 Ford Focus is priced between $5,998 to $15,266.
Engine Power and Fuel Efficiency Comparison
For engine performance, the 2015 Kia Soul EV’s base engine makes 109 horsepower, and the 2015 Ford Focus base engine makes 160 horsepower. The Soul EV is rated to deliver an average of 120 miles per gallon of gasoline-equivalent (MPGe), with a highway range of 93 miles. The Focus is rated to deliver an average of 22 miles per gallon, with a highway range of 446 miles.This gives the 2015 Kia Soul EV the advantage in fuel efficiency and the 2015 Ford Focus the advantage in maximum range. The Soul EV uses electricity, and the Focus uses ethanol, gasoline.
Passenger Space Comparison
The 2015 Kia Soul EV, a electric subcompact car, has the advantage of offering more interior volume, reflected in more front head room, rear head room, rear shoulder room, rear leg room, and cargo space. The 2015 Ford Focus, a compact car, has the advantage in the areas of front shoulder room and front leg room.
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
8560 - 15943
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
0.593315
Pricing
New Asking Price:
-
Used Asking Price:
5998 - 15266
5-Year Depreciation (lower is better):
Kia Soul EV Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
7.2 / 10
Safety:
Not available
Ford Focus Scores & Rankings
Overall Score:
Not available
Reliability:
Not available
Retained Value:
Not available
Safety:
Not available
Kia Soul EV Rankings
Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
1 out of / 1Ranking
3 out of / 12Ranking
6 out of / 27Ranking
8 out of / 12Ranking
8 out of / 12Ranking
9 out of / 12Ranking
10 out of / 27Ranking
10 out of / 12Ranking
15 out of / 27Ranking
25 out of / 27Ford Focus Rankings
Available Body Styles
Wagon
Available Body Styles
Hatchback, Sedan
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric
Available Drivetrain Options
Electric, Flex Fuel, Gasoline
2015 Kia Soul EV Trim Levels
+, Base
2015 Ford Focus Trim Levels
Not yet available
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
10 years / 100000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty Information
Warranty, Bumper-to-Bumper:
3 years / 36000 miles
Warranty, Powertrain:
5 years / 60000 miles
Warranty, Roadside Assistance:
5 years / 60000 miles
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Safety Ratings
NHTSA Safety Rating (last 5 year average):
Not yet available
IIHS Safety Rating:
Not yet available
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
109 hp
Torque:
210 foot-lbs
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.033 hp per pound
Base Drivetrain Specifications
Horsepower:
160 hp @ 6500 rpm
Torque:
146 foot-lbs @ 4450 rpm
Power-to-Weight Ratio (higher is better):
0.055 hp per pound
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
Not Applicable
Engine Configuration:
Not Applicable
Number of Cylinders:
Not Applicable
Transmission:
Automatic
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
Not applicable
MPGe:
120 / 92 / 105
Range (city/hwy):
93 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Electricity
Battery Size/Capacity :
27 kWh
Maximum Charging Rate:
4 hours (240V)
Engine Specifications
Engine Size:
2 liters
Engine Configuration:
Inline
Number of Cylinders:
4
Transmission:
Manual
Standard/Optional Drivetrain Type:
FWD
EPA Fuel Economy
(City/Highway/Combined MPG):
19 / 27 / 22
MPGe:
Not applicable
Range (city/hwy):
322 / 446 miles
Recommended Fuel Type:
Ethanol, Gasoline
Battery Size/Capacity:
Not applicable
Maximum Charging Rate:
Not applicable
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Standard
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Standard
Navigation System:
Standard
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
Available
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
N/A
Sunroof/Moonroof:
N/A
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Standard/Optional Features
Heated Seats
Available
Keyless Entry:
Standard
Keyless Ignition:
Available
Navigation System:
Available
Cooled/Ventilated Seats:
N/A
Leather Upholstery:
Available
Adaptive Cruise Control:
N/A
Android Auto:
N/A
Apple Car Play:
N/A
Heated Steering Wheel:
Available
Sunroof/Moonroof:
Available
Wireless Smartphone Charging:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Safety Equipment
360-Degree Camera:
N/A
Blind Spot Monitoring:
N/A
Driver Attention Monitoring:
N/A
Forward Collision Warning:
N/A
Lane Departure Warning:
N/A
Lane Keeping Assist:
N/A
Pedestrian Detection:
N/A
Rear Cross-Traffic Alert:
N/A
Rear Seat Reminder:
N/A
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
39.6 inches
Front Leg Room:
40.9 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.5 inches
Rear Head Room:
39.5 inches
Rear Leg Room:
36 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
54.7 inches
Cargo Space:
18.8 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
49.5 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
115.9 cubic feet
Interior Dimensions
Front Head Room:
38.3 inches
Front Leg Room:
43.7 inches
Front Shoulder Room:
55.6 inches
Rear Head Room:
38 inches
Rear Leg Room:
33.2 inches
Rear Shoulder Room:
53.7 inches
Cargo Space:
13.2 cubic feet
Cargo Space, 2nd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Cargo Space, 3rd-row seat folded down:
Not yet available
Overall Interior Volume:
90.7 cubic feet
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
3289 lbs
Width:
70.9 inches
Height:
63 inches
Length:
163 inches
Wheelbase:
101.2 inches
Ground Clearance:
6.3 inches
Exterior Dimensions
Curb Weight:
2907 lbs
Width:
71.8 inches
Height:
57.7 inches
Length:
178.5 inches
Wheelbase:
104.3 inches
Ground Clearance:
Not yet available
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
16.0 x 6.5 inches
Wheel Type:
aluminum alloy
Tire Size:
205/60R16
Standard Wheel/Tire Information
Wheel Size:
15.0 x 5.5 inches
Wheel Type:
steel
Tire Size:
P195/65R15