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2013 Kia Soul consumer reviews

$14,400–$16,200 MSRP range
side view of 2013 Soul Kia
(215 reviews)
91% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.4
  • Interior 4.4
  • Performance 4.4
  • Value 4.6
  • Exterior 4.5
  • Reliability 4.6
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Good Value

Plenty of room in the car. Was able to fit two adult sizes bikes in the back with the seats down. To do so you must remove the front wheels to do so. Terrible acceleration especially going up hills. I have been able to take it camping and fit everything I needed for three people. Would recommend if you just need as good commuting car.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 4.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 4.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Very Versatile, Practicle, and Comfortable

The square shape of this vehicle provides outstanding rear seat comfort for "full-sized" (i.e. adult) passengers. Four doors allow easy access. The SUV class height provide enhanced road visibility. the 2.0 liter engine has guts for impressive acceleration when called for. Not a "road trip" car for 4, but very comfortable for two. Split fold-down rear seat very versatile. Steering more "stiff" than most others. Average MPG about 30.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Absolutely love this car! Perfect family car!

This car was everything my family needed! Lots of space great gas mileage! Inexpensive and reliable! Great sound system and style! Shape/trunk of car allows you to fit much more then you could in any other compact size car. Purchased the plus version for a stronger engine and more power!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Just purchased vehicle. Too soon to tell

Plenty of people room. Economical. Ride height easy to ingress and egress for this old man. CD player sounds great. Seems solid so far. Much newer than my previous car

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 4.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Great for the price. Bought 3 months ago.

It’s a great car for anyone looking for a small car! Larger kids and adults will not like long trips in the back seat. Small 1.6 liter base engine gave me 38 mpg driving 60 mph all the way to California in economy mode and has enough pep for passing, but not enough to thrill the experts. It’s fun to drive for me! I probably wouldn’t try towing anything that’s not extremely light.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Transporting family
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car ever

This is best car ever I want this type of car if I find one I'm buying it right then if any body can help me I would be happy

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 1.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Does recommend this car
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My Favorite Car of All Times

The Kia Soul is the best car I've ever had. It runs smoothly, handles well, gets decent gas mileage and is the most darling car of them all. I plan to get another when this one wears out.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Check before you buy for recalls

I thought this car was great when I bought it in 2015 , used from dealer certified 2013 kia soul. Then things started to break , airvent broke , switch on passenger side for window broke , paint is fading already and now the clunking sound and movement of the streering collum.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 3.0
  • Interior 3.0
  • Performance 2.0
  • Value 2.0
  • Exterior 3.0
  • Reliability 2.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does not recommend this car
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Love it.

Perfect for a family of four! Decent gas mileage and fun to drive. Definitely recommend, and I love that the back seats fold to give me extra storage.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 4.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a New car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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Loving it

Car meets my needs, can comfortably fit 5 including 4 adults plus gear for a weekend getaway. Great gas mileage and a smooth quiet ride.

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Commuting
  • Does recommend this car
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