This is the all-electric Soul EV with a single-speed automatic drive and an early-generation battery pack (most 2017 examples use the smaller ~27 kWh pack), so real-world range is modest compared with modern EVs. It usually has a Type 2 AC charge inlet and CHAdeMO DC fast-charge socket — CHAdeMO rapid points are becoming rarer in some areas, so check local charger compatibility. The drivetrain has fewer moving parts than an ICE car (lower servicing) but the original battery warranty (typically 7 years) has usually expired, so get a battery health check.

• Battery state-of-health report showing remaining capacity (%) and any cell imbalance; ask for a recent full-charge-to-full-read test or dealer diagnostics.
• Both charging inlets: confirm Type 2 AC charging works at full onboard speed and the CHAdeMO DC socket physically and electrically accepts fast charge.
• 12V auxiliary battery condition and evidence of regular use (EVs can leave 12V flat if left idle for long periods).
• Heating/air-con performance and cabin fan (heating reduces range significantly on cold Irish days); check for software/recall updates related to battery thermal management.
• Suspension and tyres for age-related wear and underside corrosion where road salt and local conditions cause rust.