2012 Kia Soul

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2012 Kia Soul

Starting MSRP $13,900–$19,600

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MPG City: 23 – 26 Highway: 28 – 31

Available Engines

164-hp, 2.0-liter I-4 (regular gas)
138-hp, 1.6-liter I-4 (regular gas)

Transmissions

6-speed manual w/OD
6-speed automatic w/OD

Average Consumer Rating

(4.5) 53 consumer reviews

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New or Notable

More powerful and fuel-efficient drivetrains
Styling updates
Standard USB/iPod input
Available backlit speakers
 

What We Like

Value for the money
Impressive safety features
Cabin quality
Powerful uplevel stereo
Solid brakes
Warranty

What We Don't

Ride over rough pavement
Adjustment range for driver's seat
High cargo floor
No automatic transmission with base engine

Kia joined the boxy wagon segment when it launched the Soul as a 2010 model. It competes with cars like the Scion xB and Nissan Cube. Employing front-wheel drive and powered by a choice of four-cylinder engines, the Soul comes with a host of standard features and an attractive base price. It's offered in base, Soul+, Soul!, and Sport trim levels.

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3 Available Soul Trims

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    Engine MPG MSRP Invoice
Base 4dr Hatchback
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4 cyl 25/30 $13,900 $13,600
+ 4dr Hatchback
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4 cyl 24/29 $16,300 $15,650
! 4dr Hatchback
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4 cyl 23/28 $19,600 $18,700
Destination charge: $750
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