Item: Kia Soul
Rating: 4.6
Author: CarMax

Customer Review Summary for Kia Soul

4.6

(320 Reviews)

It may look little on the outside, buuuuut .......

2012 Kia Soul Summer Garnett - Richmond, VA 08/16/2015

I really do like my "little Soul!" On the outside it looks so small but SO MUCH ROOM on the inside. We discovered this w/ 2 trips moving our daughter out of her dorm and into her apartment! I needed a "taller" car and have truly enjoyed my Kia Soul!....

Wonderful car at a nice price

2014 Kia Soul D Rice - Piedmont, SC 10/26/2016

I have had my Soul for about 4 months now. I have really enjoyed it. It met my qualifications of sitting higher, cargo space for yard supplies, back seats that fold down flat, rear wiper, and arm rest. I got all these and more without the higher cost of an SUV.

Lots of features for the money!

2011 Kia Soul Allimac S - Greensboro, NC 05/10/2015

This little car is very fun to drive, gets good gas mileage, and gets a lot of "CUTE!" comments from others. I could only choose three "pro" attributes so I want to add that the this car's visibility is exceptional. It's also nice to sit higher up than in a regular sedan -- it was a bonus that I wasn't expecting. Overall this was a terrific purchase and I love this car!

Kia Soul Overview

The Kia Soul is a part of Kia's family of compact cars. Its bright personality led it to becoming one Kia's most popular vehicles. It has a boxy shape that actually makes it look a bit like a smaller crossover SUV.

Kia Soul History

The Kia Soul is a fairly young hatchback. When it was introduced, not too many angular, boxy cars were seeing success. Over the years, this compact car capitalized on its unique look and became an icon.

The first-generation Kia Soul was introduced in the 2008 model year.
It was launched with a marketing campaign that featured dancing hamsters.
The Soul received a refresh in 2012 before the end of the first-generation of Kia Soul.
The second generation was introduced in 2014 with a new redesign.

How It Drives

The Kia Soul feels composed and easy to drive around tight city corners, but could be more engaging and responsive to drive. The ride can be a little rough, so avoid bumpy roads to keep the drive enjoyable. The interior is at least fairly comfortable and most adults will find that there's plenty of space in the car.

Used Kia Soul Value

There aren't too many boxy compact cars on the market; the Volkswagen Golf and Nissan Juke come to mind. The Kia Soul is more refreshing than anything else - it may be overlooked for its appearance and price tag, but the Soul has a good interior and exterior value. It gets the fundamentals right. The Kia Soul has done a good job of targeting drivers with its stronger style and brand. It hasn't really changed much in terms of looks and yet it still manages to stay attractive.

It's fairly fuel efficient, with a little room for growth. It simply falls short in a lot of areas that matter when comparing strict numbers between cars. It's a good starter car that meets basic A-to-B driving needs.

Design & Performance

The iconic Kia Soul is a compact hatchback with a tall, squared body style. A redesigned version of the Kia Soul emerged in 2014, upgrading performance and interior comfort across trim levels. It looks a bit sharper and dynamic after a redesign. It has three trim levels:

Kia Soul
Kia Soul + (Plus)
Kia Soul ! (Exclaim)

Each has different engine options, feature packages, and transmission types. The top-of-the-line Kia Soul Exclaim has the best features offered and the strongest engine option: a turbocharged four-cylinder. It adds a bit of much-needed excitement to the lineup. Now, it has an engine option that can match its spunky personality. The car can have either front-wheel drive or all-wheel drive, depending on preference.

Powertrain & Engine

The second-generation Kia Soul is equipped with a 1.6L four-cylinder engine standard on all base models. Manual transmission and automatic transmission are both available, depending on the driving preference. Soul Plus and Soul Exclaim trim levels have a 2.0L four-cylinder engine, which offers a bit more horsepower. The 2.0L can only be paired with a six-speed automatic transmission.

Starting with the 2017 model, the Kia Soul Exclaim will also have access to a 1.6L turbocharged four-cylinder engine paired exclusively with a seven-speed automatic transmission. It's a meaningful edition that helps the Kia Soul compete with other compact cars outside of its segment.

Body Style & Interior Comfort

The Kia Soul has an iconic style. It seats four adults comfortably. Though it has enough room for three people in the back seat, it may be a bit cozy. Still, the space in the compact car is used efficiently and the storage compartments are in useful spots. Inside, the car is simple and subdued.

The second row can be folded over to allow for more cargo space.
There is a small cargo bin below the cargo floor.
The seats are comfortable and easy to adjust.
It's built with full power accessories and Bluetooth connectivity standard on most models.
Optional upgrades include a ventilated front seat, heated steering wheel, and adjustable mood lighting.

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