Kia Soul

South Korea · 2010–2025

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Kia Soul

The Kia Soul is a subcompact crossover hatchback manufactured and marketed by Kia, produced from 2008 to 2025, in over three generations.

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Specs — 2025
ClassSmall Station Wagons
Engine2.0L · 4-cyl
TransmissionAutomatic (variable gear ratios)
DriveFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline
MPG27 city · 33 hwy
Annual Fuel Cost$2,150
5-Yr vs Avg New VehicleSave $750
Tailpipe CO₂302 g/mi
EPA Fuel Economy Score6/10
EPA GHG Score6/10

FuelEconomy.gov estimates cover one available configuration; other trims may differ. Costs assume 15,000 miles/year, 55% city driving and source fuel prices. Five-year savings compare with an average new vehicle (gasoline operation for dual-fuel vehicles). CO₂ is tailpipe only. EPA scores run from 1–10; higher is better.

NHTSA Safety Ratings
Overall★★★★☆
Frontal Crash★★★★☆
Side Crash★★★★★
Rollover★★★★☆

Source: NHTSA

Class
supermini
Preceded by
Kia Joice
Succeeded by
Kia Venga
Length
4,105 mm

Source: Wikidata (CC0)

12 complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2025 model year.

EXTERIOR LIGHTING
4
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
3
LANE DEPARTURE
2
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE
2
SERVICE BRAKES
2

Source: NHTSA owner complaints

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