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2018 Kia Soul consumer reviews

$16,200–$17,800 MSRP range
side view of 2018 Soul Kia
(413 reviews)
97% of drivers recommend this car
Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 4.8
  • Interior 4.8
  • Performance 4.7
  • Value 4.8
  • Exterior 4.8
  • Reliability 4.9
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Best value BY FAR for a small SUV!

I love it! I had the 2014 Base model and the 2018+ model is even better. 2.0 liter has great performance and the ride is fantastic. The sport driving mode makes this car easy to drive quickly.

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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Love this car

small enough to maneuver in a small space yet roomy. Broad array of color choices..love my Alien green easy to spot in parking lots. My twin sister purchased the same color and model.

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 Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Best car to drive, I am short person, great fit!

I have always had small cars, In my retirement town of Venice Fl I especially enjoy the ease of driving my Kia Soul, no ice , no snow to navigate like in Ohio, where I am from!

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 Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Dependable, comfortable, and fun to drive!

This vehicle is a joy to own. It is comfortable and roomy. I am able to pick up construction items that I need for projects in my home due to the vehicle's adaptability. My vehicle has a standard transmission, which I love! The dashboard is well-organized and easy to use. I love this vehicle!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 5.0
  • 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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My perfect car

This is one of the most fun cars I have ever owned, from its amazing cargo space to its selectable drive modes. I love it

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • Performance 5.0
  • Value 5.0
  • Exterior 5.0
  • Reliability 5.0
  • Purchased a Used car
  • Used for Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Fun, cool, and best value for money

I just bought a used 2018 soul + with 23k miles and it is easily the most fun car I’ve ever driven. It just drives so smoothly and feels zippy. I love the interior and carplay is a must. It really is the most comfortable car, like the seats and headrest are soft and cushiony in the best way. Luckily I found one with a spare tire which was a must for me and I know they don’t all have it. I’m hoping for good reliability and will update here as it goes. So far- it is my favorite car yet and I came from Honda.

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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Amazing car

This car met all of my needs. I love the interior! Really comfortable and plenty of room for me! I’ve always wanted one of these cars and it’s exceeded all my expectations!

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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Favorite car EVER!

I’m 50 years old and I have a habit of trading in cars. I thought I would always be a Honda girl until I test drove and purchased my 2018 silver KIA soul. I can honestly say I don’t have a single complaint! For 18k you can’t buy a more user friendly, feature full, solidly made car. I really don’t care for the new style on the recent model renew. The slitted headlights and hatch changes are ugly, but that’s my opinion. Maybe, hopefully, KIA will return to the older headlight/hatch styling. I drive just to drive because it’s that fun!! I wish I had bought one a long time ago. LOVE MY SOUL!!

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 Having fun
  • Does recommend this car
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Great car! I love it!

This car meets all of my needs, it is spacious, economical, and my kid loves it as well which was very important to me. I would definitely recommend it to a friend!

Rating breakdown (out of 5):
  • Comfort 5.0
  • Interior 4.0
  • 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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Kia Soul Plus is excellent.

Never thought compact vehicle would driver this well with sufficient room for five passengers inside. Excellent 2018 vehicle with top rating from consumer reports on both reliability and customer satisfaction.

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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