Chevrolet Bolt EV vs Kia Soul
The Chevrolet Bolt EV is more fuel-efficient at 120 MPG combined, against 31 MPG for the Kia Soul. At EPA assumptions that is about $1,500 less in fuel per year. (Comparison uses each model's most efficient version.)
Side by side
| Chevrolet Bolt EV | Kia Soul | |
|---|---|---|
| Complaints (NHTSA) | 97 | 95 |
| Most reported problem | Electrical system | Engine |
| Crashes and fires | 15 and 3 | 13 and 3 |
| Typical mileage at complaint | 17,000 miles | |
| Recalls | 3 | 4 |
| Fuel economy, combined | 120 MPG | 31 MPG |
| City and highway | 131 and 109 | 29 and 35 |
| Yearly fuel cost (EPA) | $650 | $2,150 |
| NHTSA overall safety |
What the numbers say
NHTSA has 97 complaints for the Chevrolet Bolt EV and 95 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: 3 for the Chevrolet Bolt EV, 4 for the Kia Soul.