Chevrolet Bolt EV vs Kia Soul
The Chevrolet Bolt EV is more fuel-efficient at 118 MPG combined, against 114 MPG for the Kia Soul. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | Kia Soul | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 248 | 522 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 12 and 6 | 12 and 9 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 7,000 miles | 13,000 miles |
| Recalls | 8 | 1 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 118 MPG | 114 MPG |
| City and highway | 127 and 108 | 127 and 101 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $650 | $650 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 248 complaints for the Chevrolet Bolt EV and 522 for the Kia Soul. Complaint counts depend heavily on how many of each vehicle were sold, so a higher count does not by itself mean a less reliable car.
NHTSA's overall safety ratings: 5 stars for the Chevrolet Bolt EV, 4 stars for the Kia Soul.
Safety recalls on file: 8 for the Chevrolet Bolt EV, 1 for the Kia Soul.