The boxy subcompact crossover that was a hit with younger buyers—a stylish, practical, and fun-to-drive car that was all about personality. It was the car that made Kia cool.
The Soul was a front-engine, front-drive, unibody subcompact boxy crossover.
1st gen (2010-2013): 1.6L I4 (122 hp) or 2.0L I4 (142 hp), 5-speed manual or 4-speed auto.
2nd gen (2014-2019): 1.6L I4 (130 hp) or 2.0L I4 (164 hp), 6-speed manual or 6-speed auto.
3rd gen (2020-2023): 2.0L I4 (147 hp) or 1.6L turbo I4 (201 hp), CVT or 7-speed DCT.
The Soul is reliable. The 1.6L and 2.0L engines are durable. The 1.6L turbo is a good engine. The 5-speed and 6-speed manuals are good. The 4-speed and 6-speed autos are reliable. The CVT is okay but not as reliable as the traditional auto. The Soul is a reliable subcompact crossover.
Every listing below is VIN-matched to your exact Soul before it ships, backed by a 60-day replacement warranty:
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