Kia Soul first edition ev
Reliability, running costs, and MOT data across 2 years from 3,210 real MOT tests.
Avg Pass Rate
92%
Total Tests
3,210
Best Year
2021 (92%)
Years Covered
2
About the Kia Soul first edition ev
The Kia Soul first edition ev has been tested 3,210 times in 2026 MOT data across 2 model years (2020 to 2021), with an average pass rate of 92%. That's comfortably above the national average of 82%, making it a reliable choice. Available as electric.
Best and Worst Years
The 2021 model is the most reliable with a 92% pass rate from 1,734 tests. The 2021 model has the lowest at 92%. With just a 0 point spread, the Soul first edition ev is consistently reliable regardless of year.
Mileage Across Years
The oldest model in our data (2020) averages 31,092 miles, while the newest (2021) averages 24,961 miles.
Compared to the Kia brand average of 86%, the Soul first edition ev performs 6 points better, making it one of the more reliable options in the Kia range.
Estimated Running Costs
Based on 7,400 miles/year, current fuel prices, and MOT pass rate data. Insurance not included.
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Kia Soul first edition ev by Year
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