Average Price:$6,884
23 national listings
Air Conditioning Front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Side curtain airbags: front, rear
Audio System Antenna Type: mast · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 4 · 120 watts
Brakes ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.3 · Rear brakes: disc
Convenience Features Cargo area light · Cupholders: rear, front · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Storage: door pockets, seatback, in dash, in-floor
Drivetrain Axle ratio: 4.27
Exterior Features Body side moldings: black · Door handle color: black · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome accents · Mirror color: black · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: black
Headrests Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation External temperature display · Tachometer
Lights Headlights: Auto off
Mirrors Exterior mirrors: manual, manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Rear Seats Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety Active head restraints: driver · Child safety locks · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front, rear
Seatbelts Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Security Power door locks
Stability and Traction Stability control · Traction control
Suspension Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Tires Tire Pressure Monitoring System · Type: all season
Tires and Rims Wheels: steel
Wheels Wheel covers: full
Windows Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows · Rear defogger · Rear wiper: with washer · Solar-tinted glass
SPL Illuminated Scuff Plates $250
ML Side Repeater Lamp $150
RF All-Weather Floormats $95
CF Carpeted Floormats $95
WK Black Seat Trim $0
Price $13,300 MSRP
Body Style Wagon
Engine 1.6L 122 hp I4
Seating 5
Fuel Economy
26MPG city
31MPG highway
Drivetrain FWD

Price

MSRP$13,300
Invoice$13,040

Transmission

Drivetrain FWD
5-Speed Manual
Fuel Economy
26MPG city
31MPG highway

Safety

Driver AirbagOptional
Passenger AirbagOptional
Front Side AirbagsOptional
Rear Side Airbags--
Curtain AirbagsOptional
ABS BrakesOptional

Amenities

Sunroof/Moonroof--
Air ConditioningOptional
Leather Seats--
Power SeatsPassenger: Standard
Power WindowsOptional
Power Door LocksOptional
Navigation System--

Engine

1.6L 122 hp I4
Power 122 hp @ 6,300 RPM
Torque 115 lb-ft @ 4,200 RPM

Dimensions

Maximum Seating5 seats
Fuel Tank Volume12.7 gal
Front Legroom42.1 in
Back Legroom39 in
Wheelbase100.4 in
Length161.6 in
Width70.3 in
Height63.4 in

Cargo and Towing

Cargo Volume23.7 cu ft
The distinctly styled 2011 Kia Soul begins its trim lineup with the affordable Base. The entry-level Soul comes equipped with the basics, including air conditioning and power windows, d... Read More
The distinctly styled 2011 Kia Soul begins its trim lineup with the affordable Base. The entry-level Soul comes equipped with the basics, including air conditioning and power windows, door locks and mirrors, as well as a 3-month subscription to SIRIUS satellite radio that can be played through the 4-speaker AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system. Unlike higher-end trims (+, ! and Sport), however, little can be upgraded or added to the Base trim. Seating for five is covered in black cloth, and the rear seat's 60/40 split offers additional cargo space—increasing it from 19.3 cubic feet to 53.4.
The front-wheel-drive Base Soul comes equipped with a smaller engine than other trim levels—a 1.6-liter inline 4-cylinder paired with a standard 5-speed manual transmission with overdrive. The 4-speed automatic available at other trim levels is not an option for the Base. The 1.6-liter engine produces 122 hp and 115 lb-ft of torque and is designed for around-town driving, even with the manual transmission. Its fuel economy makes even the Base trim attractive, however, with estimates of 26 mpg for city driving and 31 for the highway.
The 2011 Soul Base trim does match the higher-end trims in its safety lineup, including dual front seat airbags, two front seat-mounted side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags. Antilock brakes with front and rear disc brakes are standard and include electronic stability control, traction control, electronic brake distribution, brake assist and a tire pressure monitoring system.
Average Price:$6,908
109 national listings
Adds to Base:
No additional major features.
Air Conditioning Front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Side curtain airbags: front, rear
Audio System Antenna Type: mast · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 120 watts
Brakes ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.3 · Rear brakes: disc
Convenience Features Cargo area light · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control · Cupholders: rear, front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone, cruise controls, audio · Storage: door pockets, seatback, in dash, in-floor · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain Axle ratio: 4.38, 4.19
Exterior Features Body side moldings: black · Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: black
Headrests Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation External temperature display · Tachometer
Interior Metallic-tone accents
Lights Headlights: Auto off
Mirrors Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Rear Seats Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety Active head restraints: driver · Child safety locks · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front, rear
Seatbelts Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Security Power door locks
Stability and Traction Stability control · Traction control
Suspension Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires Tire Pressure Monitoring System · Type: all season
Tires and Rims Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Wheels Wheel covers: full
Windows Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows · Privacy glass · Rear defogger · Rear wiper: with washer · Solar-tinted glass
SET White Tiger Special Edition PKG $3,000
STR HAMSTAR Special Edition PKG $2,600
BK Body Kit $1,295
MO PWR Moonroof W/Fog Lights $800
MR PWR Moonroof $700
AU Audio PKG $500
EH Electrochromic Rearview Mirror W/Compass & Homelink $350
RS Remote Start $350
IL Interior Lighting Kit $295
R5 Rear Spoiler $295
EA Electrochromic Rearview Mirror W/Compass $275
SPL Illuminated Scuff Plates $250
ML Side Repeater Lamp $150
RF All-Weather Floormats $95
CF Carpeted Floormats $95
CL Cargo Liner $85
CT Cargo Tray $75
CO Cargo Cover $50
CN Cargo Net $50
BA Rear Bumper Applique $50
WL Wheel Locks $50
WK Black Seat Trim $0
Price $15,495 MSRP
Body Style Wagon
Engine 2.0L 142 hp I4
Seating 5
Fuel Economy
24MPG city
30MPG highway
Drivetrain FWD

Price

MSRP$15,495
Invoice$14,850

Transmission Options

Drivetrain FWD
5-Speed Manual
Fuel Economy
24MPG city
30MPG highway
4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Economy
24MPG city
30MPG highway

Safety

Driver AirbagStandard
Passenger AirbagStandard
Front Side AirbagsStandard
Rear Side Airbags--
Curtain AirbagsStandard
ABS BrakesStandard

Amenities

Sunroof/MoonroofOptional
Air ConditioningStandard
Leather Seats--
Power SeatsPassenger: Standard
Power WindowsStandard
Power Door LocksStandard
Navigation System--
StereoRadio, CD Player

Engine

2.0L 142 hp I4
Power 142 hp @ 6,000 RPM
Torque 137 lb-ft @ 4,600 RPM

Dimensions

Maximum Seating5 seats
Fuel Tank Volume12.7 gal
Front Legroom42.1 in
Back Legroom39 in
Wheelbase100.4 in
Length161.6 in
Width70.3 in
Height63.4 in

Cargo and Towing

Cargo Volume19.3 cu ft
The 2011 Kia Soul + takes a step up from the entry-level Base, in both price and additional features. The upgrades are apparent both inside and out. The exterior of the boxy-styled car ... Read More
The 2011 Kia Soul + takes a step up from the entry-level Base, in both price and additional features. The upgrades are apparent both inside and out. The exterior of the boxy-styled car gets larger (16-inch) wheels, power side mirrors and privacy glass on the rear and rear side windows, as well as optional foglights and power sunroof.
The interior of the roomy + differs only slightly from the Base, adding a center console armrest with storage, the Soul logo to the black cloth seats, 6-way adjustment to the driver’s seat and metal trim detail to the instrument panel, door panels and interior door handles. Technology receives a significant boost in the +, however. In addition to the standard USB/auxiliary audio jack and 3-month trial subscription to Sirius satellite radio, the AM/FM/CD/MP3 audio system now has 6 speakers and instrument-panel-mounted tweeters. The + offers an available Audio Upgrade with 8 speakers, a subwoofer, 315-watt external amplifier and speaker lights that can pulse to the beat. Other standard features include air conditioning and power windows and locks with remote keyless entry, as well as steering-wheel-mounted controls for audio, cruise control, and Bluetooth hands-free phone.
A larger engine is, perhaps, the most notable upgrade in the +. Instead of the 1.6-liter 4-cylinder found in the Base, the + features a 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine that produces 142 hp and 137 lb-ft of torque. Although providing slightly more oomph, most agree that the engine is peppiest when paired with the standard 5-speed manual transmission (a 4-speed automatic is available). Fuel economy continues to be attractive even with the larger engine, with estimates of 24 mpg city/30 mpg highway.
An Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Top Safety Pick for 2011, the Kia Soul + is equipped with the same safety features found in all Kia autos, including antilock disc brakes, electronic stability control, traction control, electronic brake distribution, brake assist and a tire pressure monitoring system. The Soul is also outfitted with 6 standard airbags: dual front airbags, front seat-mounted side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags help to protect the front and rear passengers.
Average Price:$6,938
22 national listings
Adds to Base:
No additional major features.
Air Conditioning Front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Side curtain airbags: front, rear
Audio System Antenna Type: mast · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 315 watts
Brakes ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.3 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Rear floor mats · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features Cargo area light · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control · Cupholders: rear, front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone, cruise controls, audio · Storage: door pockets, seatback, in dash, in-floor · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain Axle ratio: 4.38
Exterior Features Body side moldings: black · Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: black
Headrests Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation External temperature display · Tachometer
Interior Metallic-tone accents
Lights Front fog lights · Headlights: Auto off
Mirrors Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Rear Seats Type: 60-40 split bench
Roof Moonroof: tilt, power glass
Safety Active head restraints: driver · Child safety locks · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front, rear
Seatbelts Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Security Power door locks
Stability and Traction Stability control · Traction control
Suspension Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires Tire Pressure Monitoring System · Type: all season
Tires and Rims Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Wheels Wheel covers: full
Windows Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows · Privacy glass · Rear defogger · Rear wiper: with washer · Solar-tinted glass
PRP Premium PKG W/Push Button Start $1,300
BK Body Kit $1,295
PRE Premium PKG $900
EH Electrochromic Rearview Mirror W/Compass & Homelink $350
RS Remote Start $350
IL Interior Lighting Kit $295
R5 Rear Spoiler $295
EA Electrochromic Rearview Mirror W/Compass $275
SPL Illuminated Scuff Plates $250
ML Side Repeater Lamp $150
RF All-Weather Floormats $95
CL Cargo Liner $85
CT Cargo Tray $75
CO Cargo Cover $50
CN Cargo Net $50
BA Rear Bumper Applique $50
WL Wheel Locks $50
UP Sand/Black Seat Trim $0
Price $18,495 MSRP
Body Style Wagon
Engine 2.0L 142 hp I4
Seating 5
Fuel Economy
24MPG city
30MPG highway
Drivetrain FWD

Price

MSRP$18,495
Invoice$17,560

Transmission

Drivetrain FWD
4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Economy
24MPG city
30MPG highway

Safety

Driver AirbagStandard
Passenger AirbagStandard
Front Side AirbagsStandard
Rear Side Airbags--
Curtain AirbagsStandard
ABS BrakesStandard

Amenities

Sunroof/MoonroofStandard
Air ConditioningStandard
Leather SeatsOptional
Power SeatsPassenger: Standard
Power WindowsStandard
Power Door LocksStandard
Navigation System--
StereoRadio, CD Player

Engine

2.0L 142 hp I4
Power 142 hp @ 6,000 RPM
Torque 137 lb-ft @ 4,600 RPM

Dimensions

Maximum Seating5 seats
Fuel Tank Volume12.7 gal
Front Legroom42.1 in
Back Legroom39 in
Wheelbase100.4 in
Length161.6 in
Width70.3 in
Height63.4 in

Cargo and Towing

Cargo Volume19.3 cu ft
The 2011 Kia Soul’s top trim is the ! (exclaim), which uses the 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine introduced in the + trim. With an electronically controlled 4-speed automatic, the fuel econo... Read More
The 2011 Kia Soul’s top trim is the ! (exclaim), which uses the 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine introduced in the + trim. With an electronically controlled 4-speed automatic, the fuel economy for the ! is one of its most attractive features, offering an estimated 24 mpg city/30 highway. Engine power is not one of its selling features (142 hp and 137 lb-ft of torque), but the Soul is designed for those in the market for a car to charm them with its looks, not its 0-60 times on the Autobahn.
The ! trim introduces standard exterior features not found on the Base or + trims. The large, 18-inch wheels match those found on the Sport trim and, despite an attractive look, increase noise and the feel of bumps in the road. The foglights and power sunroof that were an available option for the + are standard features for the !, and power side mirrors now receive heat. Like the +, a wing-type rear spoiler is available for the !.
Inside, the ! offers power windows and locks with remote keyless access, standard air conditioning, privacy glass in the rear and a standard audio upgrade to an 8-speaker system with subwoofer, 315-watt external amplifier, tweeters and speaker lights that pulse in red, green or blue. The audio (as well as standard cruise and Bluetooth hands-free phone) can be operated via the steering-wheel-mounted controls. Standard features, such as 3 months of Sirius satellite radio, a USB/auxiliary audio jack and AM/FM/CD/MP3 player, match those in the other trim levels.
The driver’s seat is 6-way adjustable, and the seats match the sand-and-black interior color scheme and include houndstooth seat inserts. The rear seat can fold in a 60/40 split to increase cargo space in the rear. The Premium Package (available only for the + and Sport trims) introduces the option of leather seats and heat for the front seats.
Standard safety features add to the Soul’s appeal and help make it one of the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety’s 2011 Top Safety Picks. The Soul includes advanced driver and passenger front airbags, dual front seat-mounted side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags. Antilock disc brakes with brake assist, electronic brakeforce distribution, electronic stability control, traction control and a tire pressure monitoring system also appear on the Soul’s standard safety equipment list.
Average Price:$8,229
7 national listings
Adds to Base:
No additional major features.
Air Conditioning Front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Side curtain airbags: front, rear
Audio System Antenna Type: mast · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · 1 subwoofer · Total Number of Speakers: 8 · 315 watts
Brakes ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.3 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features Floor Mat Material: carpet · Floor Mats: front · Rear floor mats · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features Cargo area light · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control · Cupholders: rear, front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone, cruise controls, audio · Storage: door pockets, seatback, in dash, in-floor · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain Axle ratio: 4.38
Exterior Features Body side moldings: black · Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Window trim: black
Headrests Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation External temperature display · Tachometer
Interior Metallic-tone accents
Lights Front fog lights · Headlights: Auto off
Mirrors Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Rear Seats Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety Active head restraints: driver · Child safety locks · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front, rear
Seatbelts Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: premium cloth
Security Power door locks
Stability and Traction Stability control · Traction control
Suspension Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Sport Suspension · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires Tire Pressure Monitoring System · Type: all season
Tires and Rims Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows · Privacy glass · Rear defogger · Rear wiper: with washer · Solar-tinted glass
PRP Premium PKG W/Push Button Start $1,300
PRE Premium PKG $900
MR PWR Moonroof $700
EH Electrochromic Rearview Mirror W/Compass & Homelink $350
RS Remote Start $350
IL Interior Lighting Kit $295
EA Electrochromic Rearview Mirror W/Compass $275
SPL Illuminated Scuff Plates $250
ML Side Repeater Lamp $150
RF All-Weather Floormats $95
CL Cargo Liner $85
CT Cargo Tray $75
CO Cargo Cover $50
CN Cargo Net $50
BA Rear Bumper Applique $50
WL Wheel Locks $50
UL Red/Black Sport Seat Trim $0
Price $18,495 MSRP
Body Style Wagon
Engine 2.0L 142 hp I4
Seating 5
Fuel Economy
24MPG city
30MPG highway
Drivetrain FWD

Price

MSRP$18,495
Invoice$17,560

Transmission

Drivetrain FWD
4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Economy
24MPG city
30MPG highway

Safety

Driver AirbagStandard
Passenger AirbagStandard
Front Side AirbagsStandard
Rear Side Airbags--
Curtain AirbagsStandard
ABS BrakesStandard

Amenities

Sunroof/MoonroofOptional
Air ConditioningStandard
Leather SeatsOptional
Power SeatsPassenger: Standard
Power WindowsStandard
Power Door LocksStandard
Navigation System--
StereoRadio, CD Player

Engine

2.0L 142 hp I4
Power 142 hp @ 6,000 RPM
Torque 137 lb-ft @ 4,600 RPM

Dimensions

Maximum Seating5 seats
Fuel Tank Volume12.7 gal
Front Legroom42.1 in
Back Legroom39 in
Wheelbase100.4 in
Length161.6 in
Width70.3 in
Height63.4 in

Cargo and Towing

Cargo Volume19.3 cu ft
Kia states that the 2011 Soul Sport trim “wholly personifies the athletic, urban look Soul embodies.” However, the 2011 Kia Soul Sport trim closely matches the high-end ! trim, right do... Read More
Kia states that the 2011 Soul Sport trim “wholly personifies the athletic, urban look Soul embodies.” However, the 2011 Kia Soul Sport trim closely matches the high-end ! trim, right down to its 18-inch wheels, heated power side-view mirrors, standard foglights and upgraded audio system, which includes an AM/FM/CD/MP3 with a USB/audio auxiliary jack, 8 speakers, a 315-watt external amplifier, subwoofer, tweeters and speaker lights to flash to the beat in red, blue or green. Like the !, the Sport is eligible for the optional Premium Package, which replaces the cloth seats with leather and heats the driver and front passenger seats. Other interior features match the lower-end trims, as well, including a 3-month trial subscription to Sirius satellite radio, standard air conditioning and power windows and locks (with remote keyless entry), as well as steering-wheel-mounted controls for the cruise, audio and Bluetooth hands-free phone. In addition, the driver’s seat is 6-way adjustable and the rear seats fold 60/40 to increase cargo space.
The Sport also shares a lineup of safety features with the other Soul trims. Antilock disc brakes with electronic brakeforce distribution, stability and traction control, brake assist and a tire pressure monitoring system are all standard in the Soul, a 2011 Insurance Institute for Highway Safety Top Safety Pick. Six airbags protect passengers, with dual front airbags, front seat-mounted side airbags and full-length side curtain airbags.
The 2011 Soul Sport does differentiate itself from the herd with its standard liftgate spoiler, unique front and rear fascia and side sills, optional power sunroof, metal pedals and a red-and-black interior color scheme with sport cloth inserts on the seats.
Although the Sport shares its engine with the + and ! trims, it delivers a sport-tuned suspension with firmer springs, re-tuned shock absorbers and a more substantial front stabilizer bar. In spite of Kia’s attempt to provide a “lively, more energetic ride,” the Sport receives mixed reviews, with some determining that the suspension doesn’t deliver on the promise, while others feel that the ride is stiffer in the Sport, but not uncomfortable. The 2.0-liter 4-cylinder with standard 4-speed automatic transmission is fun to drive and agile in the city, but noisy and decidedly not a performance vehicle on the highway. Still, with fuel economy estimates of 24 mpg city/30 highway, the Soul Sport is a stylish option and easy on the wallet.
White Tiger Special Edition
Original MSRP: $19,495
Adds to Base:
No additional major features.
Air Conditioning Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Side curtain airbags: front, rear
Audio System Antenna Type: mast · USB auxiliary audio input · Single disc in-Dash CD · MP3 player: CD MP3 Playback · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: Sirius ready · Total Number of Speakers: 6 · 120 watts
Brakes ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.3 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features Cargo area light · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cruise control · Cupholders: rear, front · Multi-function remote: keyless entry · One-touch windows: 1 · Power outlet(s): two 12V · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt-adjustable · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone, cruise controls, audio · Storage: door pockets, seatback, in dash, in-floor · Vanity mirrors: dual
Driver Seat Heated · Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain Axle ratio: 4.38
Exterior Features Body side moldings: black · Door handle color: body-color · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear spoiler · Rear spoiler color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Special Graphics · Window trim: black
Headrests Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
Instrumentation External temperature display · Tachometer
Interior Metallic-tone accents
Lights Front fog lights · Headlights: Auto off
Mirrors Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat Heated
Rear Seats Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety Active head restraints: driver · Child safety locks · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front, rear
Seatbelts Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-trimmed
Security Power door locks
Stability and Traction Stability control · Traction control
Suspension Front Arm Type: lower control arms · Front Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Front Spring Type: coil springs · Front Suspension Classification: independent · Front Suspension Type: MacPherson struts · Rear Shock Type: gas shock absorbers · Rear Spring Type: coil springs · Rear Suspension Classification: semi-independent · Rear Suspension Type: torsion bar · Stabilizer bar(s): front
Telematics Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth
Tires Tire Pressure Monitoring System · Type: all season
Wheels Wheel covers: full
Windows Front wipers: variable intermittent · Power windows · Privacy glass · Rear defogger · Rear wiper: with washer · Solar-tinted glass
Price $19,495 MSRP
Body Style Wagon
Engine 2.0L 142 hp I4
Seating 5
Fuel Economy
24MPG city
30MPG highway
Drivetrain FWD

Price

MSRP$19,495
Invoice$18,310

Transmission

Drivetrain FWD
4-Speed Automatic
Fuel Economy
24MPG city
30MPG highway

Safety

Driver AirbagStandard
Passenger AirbagStandard
Front Side AirbagsStandard
Rear Side Airbags--
Curtain AirbagsStandard
ABS BrakesStandard

Amenities

Sunroof/MoonroofOptional
Air ConditioningStandard
Leather Seats--
Power SeatsPassenger: Standard
Power WindowsStandard
Power Door LocksStandard
Navigation System--
StereoRadio, CD Player

Engine

2.0L 142 hp I4
Power 142 hp @ 6,000 RPM
Torque 137 lb-ft @ 4,600 RPM

Dimensions

Maximum Seating5 seats
Fuel Tank Volume12.7 gal
Front Legroom42.1 in
Back Legroom39 in
Wheelbase100.4 in
Length161.6 in
Width70.3 in
Height63.4 in

Cargo and Towing

Cargo Volume19.3 cu ft