Kia

Kia Soul

Price $22,595 – $52,095
Fuel consumption < 8.5 L/100km
The Car Guide rating 81%(view ratings)
In order to remain competitive against other city-oriented small crossovers, the Kia Soul receives a mid-cycle update for 2023 including redesigned headlights and bumpers plus new 17- and 18-inch wheels. The company is also expanding safety content, making more features standard across the line. Gas-powered units feature a 2.0-litre four-cylinder engine, while the Soul EV continues with a choice of two batteries providing a range of 248 km or 383 km.

Detailed ratings

Global rating
The Car Guide rating 81%
Fuel economy 9/10
Reliability 6/10
Safety 9/10
Infotainment 8/10
Driving 7/10
Overall 8/10
Urban crossovers
The Car Guide rating 83%
Fuel economy 9/10
Reliability 8/10
Safety 9/10
Infotainment 8/10
Driving 7/10
Overall 8/10

What's new in 2023

Aesthetic revisions. Enhanced safety equipment.

Pros

  • Unique and modernized design
  • Spacious and versatile interior
  • Interesting equipment

Cons

  • No all-wheel drive
  • CVT and soundproofing to improve
  • Soul EV less and less competitive

Recalls