Used 2021 Kia Soul for Sale nearEugene, OR
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Only show listings that include dealer fees- Year:
- 2022
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Snow White Pearl
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Continuously Variable Transmission
- Mileage:
- 86,251
- Stock #:
- 25375
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU3N7175696


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2022 Kia Soul
LX FWD
86,251 mi
$12,750
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Inferno Red
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Continuously Variable Transmission
- Mileage:
- 54,962
- Stock #:
- 25434
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU5L7706054

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2020 Kia Soul
S FWD
54,962 mi
$12,750
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- Wagon
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 144,663
- Stock #:
- 11742
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU2M7785362

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2021 Kia Soul
144,663 mi
$10,199
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Gray
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Continuously Variable Transmission
- Mileage:
- 56,994
- Stock #:
- S26659B
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU9L7098491

2020 Kia Soul
LX FWD
56,994 mi
$14,715
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Blue
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 42,610
- Stock #:
- 1933
- VIN:
- KNDJ63AU3L7096451

2020 Kia Soul
GT-Line FWD
42,610 mi
$15,354
- Year:
- 2022
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- White
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Gray
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 45,997
- Stock #:
- 4605
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU7N7161123

2022 Kia Soul
LX FWD
45,997 mi
$15,199
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Gray
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 72,172
- Stock #:
- 10765
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU9L7007588

2020 Kia Soul
S FWD
72,172 mi
$14,630
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Orange
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Continuously Variable Transmission
- Mileage:
- 85,731
- Stock #:
- S26519A
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU6M7788538

2021 Kia Soul
LX FWD
85,731 mi
$13,215
- Year:
- 2022
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Gravity Gray
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Continuously Variable Transmission
- Mileage:
- 41,710
- Stock #:
- K20860B
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU2N7798095

2022 Kia Soul
LX FWD
41,710 mi
$15,190
- Year:
- 2022
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 201 hp 1.6L I4
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 29 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 14,579
- Stock #:
- 29120968
- VIN:
- KNDJ53AF3N7818413

-$1,000
2022 Kia Soul
Turbo FWD
14,579 mi
$22,547
$21,547
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Inferno Red
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Continuously Variable Transmission
- Mileage:
- 54,962
- Stock #:
- 25434
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU5L7706054

2020 Kia Soul
S FWD
54,962 mi
$12,750
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Cherry Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Continuously Variable Transmission
- Mileage:
- 91,621
- Stock #:
- M5559
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU5L7710119

-$2,775
2020 Kia Soul
LX FWD
91,621 mi
$14,723
$12,467
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Cherry Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Continuously Variable Transmission
- Mileage:
- 109,002
- Stock #:
- 012310P
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU0L7012310

2020 Kia Soul
S FWD
109,002 mi
$11,840
CarGurus Analysis:
2021 Kia Soul
With 1,661 currently listed for sale and an average price of $13,899, 31.4% of 2021 Kia Souls for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.
Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2021 Kia Soul 4.33 / 5 stars and CarGurus experts gave it a 7 / 10.
71.8% of 2021 Soul models on CarGurus are accident free.
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Neptune Blue/Black Roof
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Continuously Variable Transmission
- Mileage:
- 85,653
- Stock #:
- FT6224A
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU8M7135113

2021 Kia Soul
X-Line FWD
85,653 mi
$15,249
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Blue
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 17,378
- Stock #:
- 28380087
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU0M7140953

2021 Kia Soul
X-Line FWD
17,378 mi
$19,397
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Cherry Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 44,723
- Stock #:
- 707315
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU1L7707315

2020 Kia Soul
LX FWD
44,723 mi
$15,568
- Year:
- 2022
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Gravity Gray
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Gray
- Transmission:
- Continuously Variable Transmission
- Mileage:
- 49,747
- Stock #:
- P4783
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU7N7809544

2022 Kia Soul
LX FWD
49,747 mi
$15,690
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Gray
- Combined gas mileage:
- 28 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 6-Speed Manual
- Mileage:
- 44,080
- Stock #:
- 11660
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AUXM7780121

2021 Kia Soul
LX FWD
44,080 mi
$16,028
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Gravity Gray
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 73,972
- Stock #:
- 790752
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU7M7790752

2021 Kia Soul
LX FWD
73,972 mi
$13,978
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Black
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 81,946
- Stock #:
- C25-282
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU5L7043987

2020 Kia Soul
LX FWD
81,946 mi
$12,595
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Gray
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Continuously Variable Transmission
- Mileage:
- 102,338
- Stock #:
- 21694
- VIN:
- KNDJ63AU6L7021694

2020 Kia Soul
GT-Line FWD
102,338 mi
$11,685
- Year:
- 2020
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Inferno Red
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Continuously Variable Transmission
- Mileage:
- 77,456
- Stock #:
- P2490M
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU0L7713302

2020 Kia Soul
S FWD
77,456 mi
$16,349
- Year:
- 2021
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Orange
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Continuously Variable Transmission
- Mileage:
- 85,731
- Stock #:
- S26519A
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU6M7788538

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2021 Kia Soul
LX FWD
85,731 mi
$13,215
CarGurus Analysis: 2021 Kia Soul
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Summary
With 1,661 currently listed for sale and an average price of $13,899, 31.4% of 2021 Kia Souls for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.
Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2021 Kia Soul 4.33 / 5 stars and CarGurus experts gave it a 7 / 10.
71.8% of 2021 Soul models on CarGurus are accident free.
Why it stands out
The 2021 Kia Soul stands out by being more grown up and useful than before while still keeping the funky personality that has long defined it. Its basic shape and attitude remain, but Kia’s approach gives it a strong mix of style, space, and everyday practicality. That combination helps explain why it is often seen as a surprisingly stout choice in the subcompact SUV class.
For 2021, the changes are limited to a standard rear occupant alert and new suspension configurations for the X-Line and GT-Line trims. Kia also offers the Soul in LX, S, X-Line, GT-Line, EX, and Turbo trims, with two powertrains and two transmissions available. The result is a vehicle that can be configured in several ways without losing the Soul’s useful, fun-loving character. Its MSRP ranges from $18,765 to $28,825.
The Soul’s appeal is reinforced by its stylish design, spacious cabin, and easy-to-use technology. At the same time, shoppers should know that all-wheel drive is not available, the design may be polarizing, and the car can be noisy. Even so, the 2021 Kia Soul remains distinctive because it blends personality and practicality in a way that few rivals match.
Other model years to consider
- Average price: $18,098
- Good/great deal percentage: 35.7%
- User rating: 5 / 5
- Total listings: 2,656
- Average price: $18,860
- Good/great deal percentage: 35.9%
- User rating: 5 / 5
- Total listings: 1,841
- Average price: $14,652
- Good/great deal percentage: 33.3%
- User rating: 5 / 5
- Total listings: 1,757
This analysis is based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 28, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
4.4 Overall rating
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Anonymous
Reviewed a 2021 Kia Soul on Dec 20, 2024
I am an 82 year old GM retiree who has had all the finest cars available through the years. My 2021 Soul is as good as any car Ive ever driven.
david s
Reviewed a 2021 Kia Soul on Oct 7, 2025
Cars market value has depreciated but isnt reflecting at dealerships. Valuations are still being used that neglect the expected 2-year forecasted depreciation and aim to sell them at "year end" for <$20k. Do not buy this car now. It's an upside down investment right now.
Douglas B
Reviewed a 2021 Kia Soul on Apr 3, 2024
We already have a Kia Soul and love it, so when my daughter wanted a car she chose a Kia Soul. It drives well, caries up to 5 people and accommodates my 6 foot 7 inch frame . The car also holds a lot of cargo, great grocery getter.
Leslie S
Reviewed a 2021 Kia Soul on Apr 23, 2023
Im very happy with this car and its value for the money so far. It had 16,000 miles on it when I bought it. This is the S model, which offers a bit more than the LX. I like the blind spot monitor and lane assist, as well as the very comfortable power adjustable drivers seat. It handles really well and rides smoothly. Also important for me was the interior cargo room when back seats are down.
2021 Kia Soul Trims
| Trim type | MSRP |
|---|---|
| Turbo FWD | $27,650 |
| X-Line FWD | $21,790 |
| EX FWD | $23,350 |
| GT-Line FWD | $21,790 |
| S FWD | $20,690 |
| LX FWD | $17,590 |
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
2021 Kia Soul Price Trends
CarGurus tracks the prices of millions of used car listings every year. See how the average price of 2021 Kia Soul prices has changed over time.
See more price trends2021 Kia Soul Pricing Analysis
Pricing by Popular US Cities
Market Area: Nationwide
Key Insights
- Lowest Prices in Washington, DC: The market in Washington, DC ($10,020) offers the most affordable options, likely due to higher inventory levels and demand for budget-friendly vehicles.
- Highest Prices in Dallas, TX: Conversely, Dallas, TX ($14,163) has the highest average price, which may reflect a stronger demand for compact SUVs in that region.
- Inventory Variation: Cities like Atlanta, GA (166 listings) and Philadelphia, PA (137 listings) show robust inventory levels, contributing to competitive pricing around the national average.
City-Level Pricing
| City | Total Listings | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|
| Washington, DC | 129 | $10,020 |
| New York, NY | 123 | $11,059 |
| Chicago, IL | 126 | $12,525 |
| Boston, MA | 101 | $12,696 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 116 | $13,112 |
| Miami, FL | 115 | $13,367 |
| Atlanta, GA | 166 | $13,556 |
| Philadelphia, PA | 137 | $13,910 |
| Houston, TX | 113 | $12,231 |
| Dallas, TX | 126 | $14,163 |
Pricing by Trim Packages
Key Insights
- LX FWD is the Most Abundant: The LX FWD trim leads the inventory with 2,884 listings, indicating strong demand for this base model.
- Price Range Across Trims: The Turbo FWD trim, priced at $27,650 MSRP, represents the highest price point, reflecting its additional features and performance capabilities.
- Feature-Rich Mid-Tier Options: The EX FWD trim, with a MSRP of $23,350, balances features and price, making it a compelling choice for buyers seeking value.
Trim-Level Details
| Trim | Listings | MSRP | Drivetrain | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX FWD | 2884 | $17,590 | FWD | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
| S FWD | 492 | $20,690 | FWD | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
| GT-Line FWD | 438 | $21,790 | FWD | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
| EX FWD | 376 | $23,350 | FWD | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
| X-Line FWD | 97 | $21,790 | FWD | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
| Turbo FWD | 41 | $27,650 | FWD | 1.6L 201 hp I4 |
Pricing Analysis by Model Year
Key Insights
- Recent Models Retain Value: The 2025 Kia Soul is currently priced at $18,939, which is about -6.8% below MSRP, indicating a slight depreciation trend for new models.
- Significant Depreciation for Older Models: The 2013 Kia Soul shows the steepest decline, priced at $6,402, reflecting a -55.6% depreciation from its original MSRP.
- Best Value in Mid-Range Years: The 2020 Kia Soul offers a balance of price and features, with a current average price of $12,868, representing a -26.5% depreciation.
Model Year Pricing
| Model Year | Original MSRP | Avg Price | Price vs MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Kia Soul | $20,490 | $18,939 | -6.8% |
| 2024 Kia Soul | $20,190 | $18,186 | -9.9% |
| 2023 Kia Soul | $19,890 | $17,111 | -13.9% |
| 2022 Kia Soul | $19,290 | $15,056 | -22.4% |
| 2020 Kia Soul | $17,490 | $12,868 | -26.5% |
| 2019 Kia Soul | $16,490 | $11,157 | -32.4% |
| 2018 Kia Soul | $16,200 | $10,268 | -36.5% |
| 2017 Kia Soul | $16,100 | $9,124 | -43.4% |
| 2016 Kia Soul | $15,900 | $8,431 | -47.6% |
| 2015 Kia Soul | $15,190 | $7,931 | -47.8% |
| 2014 Kia Soul | $14,900 | $7,156 | -52.0% |
| 2013 Kia Soul | $14,400 | $6,402 | -55.6% |
These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 23, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
How much does the 2021 Kia Soul cost?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Average Price | $13,909 |
| Year-Round Low | $13,629 |
| Year-Round High | $14,542 |
| Average Price a Year Ago | $14,541 |
| Change vs. Last Year | −4.35% |
Prices have softened 4.35% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.
There are 1,667 listings available, which gives you a solid pool of options to compare by trim, mileage, and condition.
Is the 2021 Kia Soul a good car?
Generally — the 4.33/5 user rating and 7.0/10 expert rating point to a well-liked, well-rounded used choice. The model scores 8/10 across Cost effectiveness and Safety.
Owners consistently praise its unique design, comfortable interior, and practical features, and many also call out its reliability and easy entry. In use, that lines up with the Soul’s roomy cabin, straightforward tech, and everyday usefulness.
The trade-offs are clear: the design can be polarizing, all-wheel drive isn’t offered, and road noise can be noticeable. For you, that means the Soul makes the most sense if you want a compact crossover with personality and space rather than maximum refinement or traction flexibility.
With 31.9% of listings marked as good or great deals, there’s enough market activity to shop selectively without feeling rushed.
Is the 2021 Kia Soul reliable?
Owners rate it 4.33/5, a solid signal of long-term satisfaction.
User feedback points to a reliable, dependable, and trouble-free ownership experience, with many owners saying they can count on it and appreciate its long-term practicality. The expert evaluation also describes the Soul as a stout, value-focused choice that delivers useful everyday transportation without much fuss.
Kia’s warranty coverage adds another ownership perk, including a 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain warranty and a five-year/60,000-mile limited warranty. For used buyers, the main long-term risk is less about the basic formula and more about finding a well-kept example with a clean maintenance history.
What should I look for when buying a used 2021 Kia Soul?
At 71.8% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
You should start with a vehicle history report and then prioritize a pre-purchase inspection, especially if the listing price looks unusually attractive. Focus on body condition, signs of prior repair, and whether the equipment on the car matches the trim level being advertised.
Key things to evaluate:
- Trim level: The LX is the entry point, while higher trims add more convenience and comfort features; the base trim can be light on advanced equipment unless it has the available Technology Package.
- Powertrain: You can choose between a 2.0-liter inline-four with either a six-speed manual or CVT, or a turbocharged 1.6-liter four-cylinder with a seven-speed dual-clutch transmission; the turbo brings the most punch.
- Safety package: Available driver-assistance features include forward collision warning with pedestrian detection, lane keep assist, automatic emergency braking, lane change assist, driver attention monitoring, blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert/rear collision avoidance assist, adaptive cruise control, and a head-up display.
- Infotainment: The base setup uses a 7-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while a 10.25-inch screen is available; Kia also offers voice recognition and over-the-air-style simplicity through its easy-to-use interface.
- Fuel efficiency: The 2.0-liter engine returns 26/31/27 mpg with the manual, 28/33/30 mpg with the CVT, and the turbocharged engine returns 27/32/29 mpg.
Which 2021 Kia Soul trim should I buy?
The 2021 Kia Soul is offered in 6 trim levels: LX, S, X-Line, GT-Line, EX, Turbo.
Here's the short version:
- LX: This is the value starting point, and it makes the Soul’s core strengths accessible at the lowest price. If you want the lowest entry cost and plan to add the available Technology Package for more safety equipment, this is the trim to watch.
- S: This trim is the sensible step up if you want a little more equipment without jumping too far in price. It fits buyers who want a better-balanced daily driver than the base model.
- X-Line: This trim adds a more distinctive look and is one of the trims that gets revised suspension tuning for 2021. It suits you if style matters and you want a slightly more expressive version of the Soul.
- GT-Line: This is the best-value pick for many shoppers because it combines a sportier appearance with the same 2021 suspension updates. It’s the trim to target if you want more personality without moving all the way to the top of the range.
- EX: This is the comfort-oriented choice, aimed at buyers who want more upscale standard features and a more polished daily experience.
- Turbo: This is the performance-oriented trim, with the turbocharged 1.6-liter engine and dual-clutch transmission for the strongest acceleration and the most engaging powertrain.
The LX’s available Technology Package is the key safety-package note to keep in mind if you want more advanced driver assistance without moving up the lineup.
Is now a good time to buy a used 2021 Kia Soul?
This is a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop patiently but still move quickly on the right listing.
- Deal availability: 31.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
- Inventory: There are 1,667 listings available.
- Price trend: Prices have softened 4.35% compared with last year.
- Clean inventory: 71.8% of listings are accident-free.
If you find a listing below $13,629, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.
What is the 2021 Kia Soul's resale value?
The current average of $13,909 sits slightly below last year's $14,541.
That softer pricing suggests the Soul is in a buyer-friendly phase right now, which can help you get more car for your money. For a future seller, it also means you should expect resale value to depend heavily on condition, mileage, and trim rather than on broad market momentum alone.
Because the Soul has a strong reputation for practicality and easy ownership, well-kept examples should continue to draw interest. If you maintain yours carefully and keep the history clean, you’ll be in a better position when it’s time to sell.
Vehicles with solid owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.33/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.
Is the 2021 Kia Soul safe?
The 2021 Kia Soul earns a 2021 Top Safety Pick award from the IIHS and four stars overall from NHTSA, with four stars for front crash safety, five stars for side crash safety, and four stars for rollover resistance.
It earns an 8/10 safety score from our experts.
The Soul’s safety story is strong, especially because it includes good crash-test performance and a broad list of available driver-assistance features. Those features include forward collision warning with pedestrian detection, lane keep assist, automatic emergency braking, lane change assist, driver attention monitoring, blind spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert/rear collision avoidance assist, adaptive cruise control, and a head-up display.
One caveat is that some safety equipment is held back in added-cost options, and the IIHS headlight result varies by trim level. If safety is a priority, you should pay close attention to which trim and package combination you’re looking at.
Should I buy a 2021 Kia Soul or consider a different year?
If you're weighing the 2021 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:
Choose the 2021 if:
- 31.9% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
- At 71.8% accident-free, a meaningful share of listings has prior incidents — history verification is especially important.
- Price trend: Prices have softened 4.35% compared with last year.
- Owners rate it 4.33/5 — a solid satisfaction signal.
- It adds a standard rear occupant alert and revised suspension tuning for the X-Line and GT-Line trims.
Consider the 2020 if:
- At $12,663, the 2020 costs less than the current year's $13,909 average.
- It blends the utility of a small SUV with the efficiency and driving refinement of a compact car.
The bottom line: If you want the better-balanced shopping target, the 2021 is the stronger pick because it combines a softer market price, solid owner satisfaction, and useful updates. If your priority is spending less up front, the 2020 is the better value play, especially if you find one in clean condition with the features you want.
These recommendations are based on CarGurus' proprietary market data from September 29, 2026, CarGurus experts' opinions, and generative AI.
*CarGurus meticulously monitors the prices of millions of pre-owned vehicle listings, offering users precise and up-to-date market insights. Historical pricing data excludes any additional dealer fees as of May 3, 2026.
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