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2024 Kia

Soul

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

Kia Soul: best and worst years
2024 Kia Soul (photo 1 of 2)
2024 photoDinkun ChenCC BY-SA 4.0via Wikimedia Commons

Overview

Body
Small Station WagonsEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Drivetrain
Front-Wheel DriveEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026
Transmission
Automatic (variable gear ratios)EPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026

Engine & performance

HP
147
Power to weight
0.042 hp/lb
Axle ratio
5.72
Aspiration
Naturally aspiratedEPA, from EPA, last updated 7/6/2026

Efficiency

Smog score
7/10
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
30 See on NHTSA

Feature availability

Cameras & visibility

  • Backup camera
    Standard

Driver assist

  • Automatic emergency brakingPart of Kia Drive Wise.
    Standard
  • Blind-spot monitor
    Standard
  • Lane-keeping assist
    Standard

Convenience

  • Push-button start
    Standard

Reported problems NHTSA record NHTSA owner complaints, model year

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM23%
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER23%
  • ENGINE13%
  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE8%
  • LANE DEPARTURE8%
  • BACK OVER PREVENTION5%

Source: NHTSA owner complaints, 40 total.

Kia Soul: best and worst years

Known issues manufacturer service bulletins, model year

25 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

  • Nov 4, 2025ELECTRICAL SYSTEMTSB_ELE402

    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: POWER WINDOW MAIN SWITCH REPLACEMENT (CA2510) - This bulletin provides information regarding an intermittent operation of the main power window switch on the driver’s door on 2022–2024MY Soul (SK3) vehicles produced from May 1, 2022 through July 19, 2024. The switch on the driver’s door may not operate the three passenger windows due to carbon buildup on the switch contact surfaces. The affected windows remain operable via the window switch located at each door. The d

  • 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

  • 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.

  • Apr 3, 2025ENGINETSB_ENG222_R8

    TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN: EXCESSIVE OIL CONSUMPTION NU/GAMMA/THETA/KAPPA ENGINES - 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 on diagnosing and/or repairing some 2011-2024MY vehicles (refer to the table on pages 9 and 10 for applicable models and engine), which may exhibit a symptom of excessive oil consumption.

  • 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.

  • and 17 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.