Kia Soul EV
Charging cable
Full AC charging speed for your car.
Why this fits your Soul EV+−
The Kia Soul EV has a Type 2 inlet and a single-phase 7.2kW onboard charger. A 7.4kW cable already delivers its full AC speed. The 22kW option only helps if your next car charges faster.
Specifications+−
Delivery & returns+−
Free tracked UK delivery on every order. Built to order in the UK and dispatched fast. 30-day no-fuss returns.
Note: AC Type 2 7.2kW single-phase; DC CCS. Limited UK availability.
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Charging
the Kia Soul EV.
The Kia Soul EV (second generation, 2019 to 2023) is a compact crossover with a distinctive boxy silhouette, sold in the UK with a 64kWh battery for a WLTP range of around 280 miles. It charges through a Type 2 inlet for AC and a CCS port for DC rapid sessions. The cable you bring for home and public AC charging is a Type 2 to Type 2 lead; at rapid chargers the station's own tethered cable handles the connection.
The Soul EV's onboard AC charger is rated at 7.2kW on a single phase, which sits just below the 7.4kW maximum a standard UK home wallbox delivers. In practice the difference is negligible: the car will draw close to the full capacity of a 7kW or 7.4kW wallbox, making a home wallbox the most useful tool for regular top-ups. DC rapid charging is supported at up to 77kW via CCS.
The 64kWh Long Range was the main UK variant; a 39kWh Standard Range was sold in smaller numbers with lower DC speed. Rapid (DC) times are for a 10 to 80% charge, the way manufacturers quote them. Real-world charging varies with temperature, battery state and the charger itself.
7.4 kW or 22 kW?
Which cable does
the Soul EV need?
The Soul EV's 7.2kW single-phase onboard charger means a 7.4kW Type 2 cable delivers the full AC speed the car can draw at home. There is no advantage to fitting a three-phase or 22kW cable on this car: the onboard charger is single-phase only, and the car will never pull more than 7.2kW regardless of what cable or charger you use.
A 5m Type 2 to Type 2 cable covers most home setups. If your wallbox is at the far end of the drive or you park nose-in, measure the distance to the charging port and consider a 7m lead to avoid the cable sitting under tension. The Soul EV is straightforward for home charging: one suitable 7.4kW cable is all you need alongside a domestic wallbox.
What does it cost to charge?
Filling the 64kWh battery from empty costs roughly £4.80 on an off-peak tariff of around 7.5p per kWh, and around £17 on a standard rate of around 27p per kWh. The smaller 39kWh battery works out to roughly £3 off-peak and £10.50 at standard rates. As with any EV, overnight charging on a dedicated tariff keeps running costs low. Public rapid charging is considerably more expensive per kWh, so use it mainly when you are away from home. Check current rates as tariffs change.
Also for your Soul EV
Goes well with.
Plug & Cable Holder · Type 2
Wottz Plug and Cable Holder
Carry Bag
Wottz Carry Bag
Dust Cap · Type 2
Wottz Dust Cap
Kia Soul EV FAQs
Good
questions.
Still not sure? Our team will confirm the right cable for your vehicle.
Contact usWhat charging cable does the Kia Soul EV need?+−
The Kia Soul EV has a Type 2 inlet, so it needs a Type 2 to Type 2 cable for UK home and public charging. It charges on single-phase AC at up to 7.2kW.
What length charging cable should I get?+−
5m suits most home and public charge points. Choose 7.5m or 10m if the charge point is far from your car's charging port or you park on the far side of a bay.
What cable does the Kia Soul EV need?+−
A Type 2 to Type 2 cable for home wallboxes and public AC points. The Soul EV's onboard charger handles up to 7.2kW on a single phase, so a 7.4kW rated cable delivers the full speed available. For DC rapid charging, the station provides its own CCS tethered cable.
Can the Kia Soul EV charge at 22kW?+−
No. The Soul EV's onboard AC charger is single-phase and limited to 7.2kW. A 22kW three-phase cable or charger will not make the car draw more; it will still charge at around 7.2kW. Only DC rapid chargers can significantly speed things up, at up to 77kW on the 64kWh model.
How long does the Kia Soul EV take to charge at home?+−
On a 7kW wallbox, the 64kWh battery takes roughly nine to ten hours from empty to full, which fits comfortably overnight. The 39kWh variant is quicker at around six hours. A standard 3-pin granny cable is much slower and best reserved for emergencies.
What length cable do I need for the Kia Soul EV?+−
A 5m cable suits most driveways. If your wallbox is positioned further back, or you regularly park with the charging port facing away from the socket, a 7m lead gives extra reach without the cable being pulled tight. Choose the length based on your actual driveway layout.