How do electric vehicles work?

Electric vehicles are powered purely by rechargeable batteries. They do not rely on petrol or diesel. The batteries control the electric motors which then power the wheels. The battery can then be charged via a wall socket (at home) or dedicated charging point (found at multiple locations).

Are electric cars quiet?

Yes! Almost silent, due to the absence of a gas-powered engine. In fact, some electric cars make an artifical noise, so that they don't go unnoticed by pedestrians.

How fast are electric cars?

At lightning speed! Well, not quite... electric cars don't use a traditional gearbox, so the torque produced by the electric motors can see EVs reach from 0-60mph in under 3 seconds.

How far can an electric car travel?

Most EVs in the market average 200 miles between charges, with some models boasting a range of nearly 300 miles.

How long will an electric car last?

Electric cars are just as durable as their petrol or diesel counterparts. The expected life expetancy of modern EVs is 15-20 years, or 200,000 miles - the same as traditional fuel vehicles.

Are electric cars environmentally friendly?

EVs are environmentally friendly in many ways. They don't emit carbon emissions like traditional fuel cars and they create very little noise pollution.

Are electric cars safe?

Electric cars are as safe to drive as traditional fuel vehicles.

BEV stands for Battery Electric Vehicles. A BEV is all-electric and uses no traditional fuel.

What is the difference between BEV and PHEV?

A PHEV operates by both electric battery and traditional fuel. The car will usually run on electric power until the battery is depleted, then it will switch over to traditional fuel for the remainder of the journey. A BEV is only fueled by the electric battery.

What are the benefits of owning an electric car?

EVs are cheaper to run due to lower running costs, cheaper to maintain due to less mechanical parts and, lower company car tax, government grants, free charging stations and they’re better for the environment.

Are electric cars reliable?

Electric vehicles are naturally more reliable than their traditional fuel counterparts, due to there being less mechanical parts to go wrong. Irrespective of manufacturer warranty for your car, your battery comes with an 8 year warranty.

How long do electric batteries last?

All new batteries are under warranty for 8 years. However there are a number of factors that can affect battery lifespan such as temperature and overcharging.

How often do you have to replace the battery?

This will depend on the manufacturer warranty as well as the usage – on average most batteries will be replaced every 5-8 years. The batteries can then be sent for recycling.

Where can I charge my electric car?

You can charge an electric car at your home or at a public charging station. If you need to find a charging station, you can find them here: https://www.zap-map.com/

How long does an electric car take to charge?

Charging times can depend on both th battery size and the charging point. Slow Charger (up to 3kw), Fast chargers (7-22kw), Rapid chargers (43-120kw), Super chargers (150kw).

Are charging stations free to use?

Some public charging stations are free to use, however the rapid chargers available at service stations and the like are usually chargable. You can subscribe to charging services nationwide for even better value charging. A typical electric car (60kw battery/200 mile range) will cost you around £9 to charge at home, most work places that have installed electric chargers will offer free charging as will public charge points at supermarkets/car parks. Rapid charging points will usually cost under £10 for a 30 min charge (100 mile range) and will most commonly be found at motorway service stations.

Do all electric vehicles use the same plug?

No, most EVs will be supplied with 2 charging cables. A mode 2 charging cable which is used for connecting your car to an ordinary domestic socket (3 pin plug) for at-home charging, and a Mode 3 charging cable which will connect your car to the charging station.

Can I get funding toward a home charging point?

Yes, the government do offer a grant to install a charge point at home. Please ask about current availability.

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with £1,500 Finance Deposit Contribution | 2.9% APR

from £470.66
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2.9% APR
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37 Months
Duration

£4,999
Customer Deposit

£1,500
Brand Deposit Contrib.

£6,499
Total Deposit

£39,075
On the Road Price

£32,576
Amount of Credit

£17,865
Optional Final Payment

£39,807.76
Total Payable by Customer

6,000
Annual Mileage

9ppm
Excess Mileage (incl. VAT)

1.49%
Interest Rate (fixed)

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now with £1,500 PCP Finance Deposit Contribution - 2.9% APR representative.

With Kia Finance available on the Soul EV, you benefit from a choice of finance products and competitive monthly payments, available when purchased through Kia finance.

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Now with £1,500 PCP Finance Deposit Contribution. Plus enjoy complimentary 12-month Kia Charge Plus subscription making charging effortless plus the assurance of a 7-year warranty.

Soul EV 'Urban' 39.2 kWh Automatic

With up to 170 mile range from £32,875 - Features include:

- 17" Alloy Wheels
- 8'' Touchscreen Display
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist 1.5 (FCA) (Car/Ped/CyC/JX turn)
- Cloth Upholstery
- 7" OLED Colour Display Cluster
- Reversing Camera System (Integrated into 8" Touchscreen)
- Dual Full LED Headlamps
- Engine Start/Stop Button with Smart Entry System
- Adaptive Smart Cruise Control Function (SCC)
- Lane Follow Assist (LFA)

Representative Finance Example:
Duration	37 Months
36 Monthly Payments	£499
Customer Deposit	£4,999
Brand Deposit Contribution	£1,500
Total Deposit	£6,499
On the Road Price	£32,875
Amount of Credit	£26,376
Optional Final Payment	£10,027
Total Payable	£34,490
Total Payable by Customer	£32,990
Interest Rate (fixed)	1.49%
Representative	2.9% APR
Annual Mileage	6,000
Excess Mileage	9ppm (incl. VAT)

Finance ID: 351

Soul EV 'Explore' 64.8 kWh Automatic

With up to 280 mile range from £39,075 - Features include

- 10.25" Touchscreen Satellite Navigation featuring Free 7-year Kia Connect Services
- Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist 1.5 (FCA) (Car/Ped/CyC/JX turn)
- Black Leather Upholstery*
- Heated Front Seats
- Heated Steering Wheel
- Dual Full LED Headlamps
- Engine Start/Stop Button with Smart Entry System
- Adaptive Smart Cruise Control Function (SCC)
- Lane Follow Assist (LFA)

Model shown in Snow White Pearl & Red Roof (Premium) £745 optional extra

Representative Finance Example:
Duration	37 Months
36 Monthly Payments	£470.66
Customer Deposit	£4,999
Brand Deposit Contribution	£1,500
Total Deposit	£6,499
On the Road Price	£39,075
Amount of Credit	£32,576
Optional Final Payment	£17,865
Total Payable	£41,307.76
Total Payable by Customer	£39,807.76
Interest Rate (fixed)	1.49%
Representative	2.9% APR
Annual Mileage	6,000
Excess Mileage	9ppm (incl. VAT)

Finance ID: 352

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SOUL EV NAMED 'BEST VALUE ELECTRIC CAR' IN AUTO TRADER NEW CAR AWARDS 2023

The Kia Soul EV has picked up the prize for ‘Best value electric car’ again at the Auto Trader New Car Awards 2023. The Soul EV shone within its class for excelling in all requirements of an electric vehicle, based on the results of a survey by 220,000 UK car owners.

The Soul EV was Kia’s first EV in the UK, originally launched to great acclaim in 2014 – with a then class-leading range of 132 miles. Since then, the Soul EV has come a long way, now available for the first-time with a choice of two trim levels and battery options; ‘long range’ and ‘medium range’ options, but has retained its practical and unique boxy design.

Baker commented on the Soul EV winning ‘Best Value Electric Car’, saying: “The Soul represents excellent value for money for those looking to make the move to electric, with reasonable finance deals alongside the strong reliability record of Kia plus that seven-year warranty. One owner described it as: ‘An excellent car. It’s our second electric car and the range of the bigger battery is spot on!’”
SOUL EV NAMED 'BEST VALUE ELECTRIC CAR' IN AUTO TRADER NEW CAR AWARDS 2021

The Kia Soul EV has picked up the prize for ‘Best value electric car’ at the Auto Trader New Car Awards 2021. The Soul EV shone within its class for excelling in all requirements of an electric vehicle, based on the results of a survey by 148,000 UK car owners.

Erin Baker, Editorial Director of Auto Trader, said: “The Kia Soul EV came top of the class for space that was easy to make use of, and also scored high marks for its power, durability, easy to drive and easy to park. Owners described the Kia Soul EV as, ‘great value for money, roomy, efficient, small on the outside and big on the inside’. Well done, Kia.”

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*£1,500 towards your PCP Finance Deposit Contribution on Soul EV. Offers available on purchase of a new Kia Soul EV in the United Kingdom between 02.04.2024 and 30.06.2024. Retail Sales only. Further charges may be made subject to the condition or mileage of the vehicle. Kia reserves the right to amend or withdraw offers at any time without prior notice. Finance T&Cs apply. Subject to status. 18s or over. Guarantee may be required. Kia Finance, RH2 9AQ. 7 year / 100,000 mile manufacturer’s warranty.
At the end of the agreement there are 3 options: (i) part exchange the vehicle; (ii) pay the Optional Final Payment to own the vehicle; or (iii) return the vehicle. Further charges may be made subject to the condition or mileage of the vehicle.
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Free 12 month Kia Charge Plus offer available on EV6, Niro EV, Soul EV or EV9 orders placed in the United Kingdom between 02.04.2024 and 30.06.2024. Retail Sales only.