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2025 Kia

Soul

Auto (variable gear ratios), 4 cyl, 2.0 L

Kia Soul: best and worst years
2025 Kia Soul (photo 1 of 2)

Closest available photo (2024 model year); you're viewing the 2025.

2024 photoDinkun ChenCC BY-SA 4.0via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026
Transmission
Automatic (variable gear ratios)EPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026

Engine & performance

HP
147
Power to weight
0.042 hp/lb
Axle ratio
5.72
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 11/2/2026

Efficiency

Smog score
6/10
SmartWay certified
No

Dimensions & capacity

GVWR class
Class 1C (4,001 to 5,000 lb)NHTSA vPIC, from NHTSA vPIC, last updated 10/13/2026

Safety NHTSA record NHTSA, model year

Overall crash rating
★★★★★
Rollover rating
★★★★★
Stability control (ESC)
Standard
Lane-departure warning
Standard
Recalls
0
Owner complaints
12 See on NHTSA
Reported injuries
1

Feature availability

Comfort

  • Heated seatsUnconfirmed
    Standalone option
  • Heated steering wheelUnconfirmed
    Standalone option
  • Panoramic sunroofUnconfirmed
    Standalone option

Audio

  • Premium audio (any brand)Unconfirmed
    Standalone option

Cameras & visibility

  • 360 surround-view cameraUnconfirmed
    Standalone option
  • Backup camera
    Standard
  • Parking sensorsUnconfirmed
    Standalone option

Driver assist

  • Adaptive cruise controlUnconfirmed
    Standalone option
  • Automatic emergency brakingPart of Kia Drive Wise.
    Standard
  • Blind-spot monitorUnconfirmed
    Standalone option
  • Lane-keeping assist
    Standard

Convenience

  • Android Auto
    Standard
  • Apple CarPlay
    Standard
  • Keyless entryUnconfirmed
    Standard
  • Navigation systemUnconfirmed
    Standalone option
  • Power liftgateUnconfirmed
    Standalone option
  • Push-button startUnconfirmed
    Standard
  • Remote startUnconfirmed
    Standalone option
  • Wireless phone chargingUnconfirmed
    Standalone option

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING19%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER14%
  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE10%
  • LANE DEPARTURE10%
  • SERVICE BRAKES10%
  • AIR BAGS5%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 21 total.

Kia Soul: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

12 service bulletins filed with NHTSA for this model year

  • May 28, 2026ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_ELE422

    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: INFOTAINMENT SYSTEM SOFTWARE UPDATE USING UPDATE.KIA.COM - This bulletin provides information and service procedures for updating the infotainment systems on applicable Kia vehicles using the Kia Navigation Updater available at update.kia.com. The software update may improve system performance, enhance existing features, and apply the latest operating software for supported vehicles (2021-2026MY All Models).

  • Dec 9, 2025BACK OVER PREVENTION: WARNINGSPS797

    PITSTOP: TECHNICAL OPERATIONS: EXTERNAL DAMAGE TO ULTRASONIC SENSOR: This Pitstop provides information related to Parking Distance Warning (PDW) alerts and repairs involving ultrasonic sensors. The PDW system alerts the driver while parking, by calculating distance based on the difference in signal transmission and reception times between the vehicle (ultrasonic sensor) and an object. The membrane film of the ultrasonic sensor is used for object detention and can be damaged by stone chips or for

  • Sep 11, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMWTY041_TSB_R1

    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: HORN ASSEMBLY INSPECTION/REPLACEMENT (WTY041) - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information associated with the ‘Warranty Extension Program’ (WTY041) to inspect and, if necessary, replace the horn assembly on certain 2020-2025MY Soul (SK3) vehicles produced from November 15, 2018 through August 13, 2024, The affected vehicles

  • Jul 25, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_ELE395

    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: MDPS CONNECTOR LOCKING INSERT INSPECTION (SA623) - This bulletin provides information to inspect the steering MDPS connector on certain 2025MY Soul (SK3) vehicles produced on June 16, 2025, which may not have a fully engaged secondary lock on their MDPS connector, although the connector remains secured by the primary connector locking mechanism.

  • Apr 17, 2025POWER TRAINTSB_TRA046_R5

    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: TRANSMISSION FLUID APPLICATION GUIDE - This bulletin has been revised to include additional information. New/revised sections of this bulletin are indicated by a black bar in the margin area. This bulletin provides information relating to the correct transmission fluid type and fill quantity requirement for each Kia model. A flush is required ONLY when a transmission is replaced, and the transmission oil cooler is transferred to the new transmission.

  • Mar 20, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_ELE378

    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: SERVICE ACTION: KIA CONNECT MODEM RESET (SA611) - This bulletin outlines the procedure for resetting the modem in certain 2016-2025MY Kia vehicles listed on page 3 that are equipped with Kia Connect Services. The affected vehicles may encounter the following issues: remote Start/Climate Control function not working, vehicle Status on the Kia Access App not updating, connected routing not functioning properly.

  • Mar 13, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMWTY041_Reimb

    WARRANTY EXTENSION CAMPAIGN: REIMBURSEMENT FORM (WTY041) - This document is a Reimbursement Request form that was mailed with the customer letter advising them to submit the form if they had paid for repairs for this same matter prior to the warranty extension campaign program launch.

  • Mar 13, 2025STRUCTURE:BODYWTY041_OWNR

    WARRANTY EXTENSION CAMPAIGN: OWNER NOTIFICATION (WTY041) - This document is the owner notification advising that Kia is extending the New Vehicle Limited Warranty coverage, to all owners, for repairs related to the horn assembly in certain 2020-2025 MY Soul vehicles from 5 years / 60,000 miles to 10 years / 120,000 miles, whichever comes first, starting from the date the vehicle was first put into service. This warranty extension is to address a horn sound malfunction condition.

  • and 4 more

Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications (technical service bulletins).

Warranty manufacturer terms, by make

Basic
5 yr / 60k mi
Powertrain
10 yr / 100k mi
Roadside assistance
5 yr / 60k mi
EV battery
10 yr / 100k mi

Source: www.cars.com as of 2026-06

Information is gathered on a best-effort basis from public sources, may be incomplete or out of date, and is not purchasing or financial advice. Verify with the manufacturer or dealer before buying.