Used 2023 Kia Soul for Sale near Georgia
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Only show listings that include dealer fees- Year:
- 2024
- 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:
- 59,702
- Stock #:
- 16U00736
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU9R7237267


Sponsored by Jim Shorkey Kia of Gainesville
2024 Kia Soul
LX FWD
59,702 mi
$16,892
- 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:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 67,819
- Stock #:
- 157492
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU7N7157492

Sponsored Listing
2022 Kia Soul
LX FWD
67,819 mi
$15,999
- Year:
- 2024
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Steel Gray
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Continuously Variable Transmission
- Mileage:
- 57,624
- Stock #:
- 16U00735
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU2R7240737

Sponsored Listing
2024 Kia Soul
LX FWD
57,624 mi
$16,892
- Year:
- 2024
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- FUSION BLACK
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Continuously Variable Transmission
- Mileage:
- 62,595
- Stock #:
- V25559A
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU9R7911143

-$370
2024 Kia Soul
LX FWD
62,595 mi
$15,560
$15,190
- Year:
- 2023
- 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:
- Continuously Variable Transmission
- Mileage:
- 112,454
- Stock #:
- S18546B
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU4P7865797

2023 Kia Soul
LX FWD
112,454 mi
$10,950
- Year:
- 2023
- 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:
- 30,236
- Stock #:
- KT7941921A
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU3P7200230

-$748
2023 Kia Soul
LX FWD
30,236 mi
$15,474
$14,726
- Year:
- 2023
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Steel Gray
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Continuously Variable Transmission
- Mileage:
- 18,817
- Stock #:
- P7885549
- VIN:
- KNDJ53AU9P7885549

2023 Kia Soul
GT-Line FWD
18,817 mi
$20,988
- Year:
- 2023
- 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:
- Gray
- Transmission:
- Continuously Variable Transmission
- Mileage:
- 53,510
- Stock #:
- 5P7875593
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU5P7875593

-$1,408
2023 Kia Soul
LX FWD
53,510 mi
$16,896
$16,485
- 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:
- 47,631
- Stock #:
- S86181B
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU8N7153788

-$2,098
2022 Kia Soul
LX FWD
47,631 mi
$15,299
$14,000
- Year:
- 2024
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Steel Gray
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Continuously Variable Transmission
- Mileage:
- 57,624
- Stock #:
- 16U00735
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU2R7240737

2024 Kia Soul
LX FWD
57,624 mi
$16,892
- 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:
- Red
- Combined gas mileage:
- 29 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Mileage:
- 18,680
- Stock #:
- R23688
- VIN:
- KNDJ53AF7N7158814

2022 Kia Soul
Turbo FWD
18,680 mi
$21,370
- 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:
- Gravity Gray
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- 7-Speed Automatic
- Mileage:
- 20,505
- Stock #:
- 26701
- VIN:
- KNDJ53AF1N7832200

2022 Kia Soul
Turbo FWD
20,505 mi
$21,821
- Year:
- 2023
- 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:
- 34,455
- Stock #:
- P7199728C
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU7P7199728

2023 Kia Soul
LX FWD
34,455 mi
$15,761
CarGurus Analysis:
2023 Kia Soul
With 1,986 currently listed for sale and an average price of $17,227, 32.9% of 2023 Kia Souls for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.
Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2023 Kia Soul 4.62 / 5 stars and CarGurus experts gave it a 7.67 / 10.
82.5% of 2023 Soul models on CarGurus are accident free.
- Year:
- 2024
- 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:
- 39,418
- Stock #:
- R7910355C
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU8R7910355

2024 Kia Soul
S FWD
39,418 mi
$19,193
- Year:
- 2023
- 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:
- 84,218
- Stock #:
- 874841
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU4P7874841

-$1,441
2023 Kia Soul
LX FWD
84,218 mi
$15,450
$14,009
- 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

2022 Kia Soul
Turbo FWD
14,579 mi
$22,397
- Year:
- 2024
- 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:
- 59,702
- Stock #:
- 16U00736
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU9R7237267

2024 Kia Soul
LX FWD
59,702 mi
$16,892
- 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:
- 60,398
- Stock #:
- AV4872
- VIN:
- KNDJ63AUXN7151254

2022 Kia Soul
GT-Line FWD
60,398 mi
$15,960
- Year:
- 2023
- 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:
- 9,975
- Stock #:
- AD03707
- VIN:
- KNDJ33AUXP7206460

2023 Kia Soul
EX FWD
9,975 mi
$21,706
- Year:
- 2024
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Steel Gray
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Continuously Variable Transmission
- Mileage:
- 20,260
- Stock #:
- 909946N
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU4R7909946

2024 Kia Soul
LX FWD
20,260 mi
$17,261
- Year:
- 2022
- Make:
- Kia
- Model:
- Soul
- Body type:
- SUV / Crossover
- Doors:
- 4 doors
- Drivetrain:
- Front-Wheel Drive
- Engine:
- 147 hp 2L I4
- Exterior color:
- Red
- Combined gas mileage:
- 30 MPG
- Fuel type:
- Gasoline
- Interior color:
- Black
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 67,839
- Stock #:
- NEW807108
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AUXN7807108

-$327
2022 Kia Soul
LX FWD
67,839 mi
$14,449
$14,122
- Year:
- 2023
- 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/Gray
- Transmission:
- Automatic
- Mileage:
- 21,227
- Stock #:
- AL877505
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU3P7877505

2023 Kia Soul
LX FWD
21,227 mi
$17,261
- Year:
- 2024
- 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:
- 58,682
- Stock #:
- R7229035
- VIN:
- KNDJ23AU3R7229035

Sponsored Listing
2024 Kia Soul
LX FWD
58,682 mi
$17,164
CarGurus Analysis: 2023 Kia Soul
overall

Summary
With 1,986 currently listed for sale and an average price of $17,227, 32.9% of 2023 Kia Souls for sale on CarGurus are rated as good or great deals.
Favorably reviewed: Owners rated the 2023 Kia Soul 4.62 / 5 stars and CarGurus experts gave it a 7.67 / 10.
82.5% of 2023 Soul models on CarGurus are accident free.
Why it stands out
The 2023 Kia Soul stands out because it proves economy cars do not have to be boring. Its boxy styling gives it an instantly recognizable look, and the Soul’s appeal comes from combining that distinctive design with practical everyday usefulness and strong value. It also strikes a useful balance between a car and a crossover, with tidy proportions and an upright driving position that help it feel different from many small hatchbacks.
For 2023, the Kia Soul gets more standard driver-assist features, small styling tweaks, and a revised lineup of trim levels that includes LX, S, EX, and GT-Line models. The X-Line and Turbo variants have been discontinued. That makes the 2023 model year feel more focused, while still preserving the Soul’s core strengths of style, space, and value. Buyers should note, though, that performance is fairly pedestrian, the seats are uncomfortable, and advanced safety features are not standard.
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.
4.7 Overall rating
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Anonymous
Reviewed a 2023 Kia Soul on Oct 2, 2023
Love my new Kia Soul. Fun to drive and it gets great gas mileage! Comfortable interior. Great car!
Susanne P
Reviewed a 2023 Kia Soul on Jan 3, 2023
I love Kia Souls and just replaced my 10 year old one. I was really happy to see that a spare tire is now included- although I never got a flat in my old one
Gary D
Reviewed a 2023 Kia Soul on Oct 12, 2022
Car has a lot of safety features and handles very well. Plenty of room and enjoyable ride.
Anonymous
Reviewed a 2023 Kia Soul on Feb 28, 2024
I absolutely love the kia 2023. Lots of features never had with my Dads 2014. The back up camera is a must. Trying to get used to the car shutting off at stoplights. Such an easy c a r to drive, easy to park, turn around. Live the brights turn on and off as automatically. Very smooth ride compared to the ten year old car..
2023 Kia Soul Trims
| Trim type | MSRP |
|---|---|
| EX FWD | $24,190 |
| GT-Line FWD | $23,490 |
| EX+ FWD | -- |
| LX FWD | $19,890 |
| S FWD | $22,390 |
*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.
2023 Kia Soul Price Trends
CarGurus tracks the prices of millions of used car listings every year. See how the average price of 2023 Kia Soul prices has changed over time.
See more price trends2023 Kia Soul Pricing Analysis
Pricing by Popular US Cities
Market Area: Nationwide
Key Insights
- Highest Prices in Philadelphia: The city commands the highest average price at $17,436, likely due to higher demand and lower inventory.
- Lowest Prices in 2013 Kia Soul: The most affordable market is Chicago ($16,571), suggesting a more competitive inventory or price-sensitive buyers.
- Inventory Variation: Cities like New York (151 listings) and Washington, DC (147 listings) show robust inventory levels, which may help stabilize prices around the national average.
City-Level Pricing
| City | Total Listings | Avg Price |
|---|---|---|
| Philadelphia, PA | 139 | $17,436 |
| Chicago, IL | 130 | $16,571 |
| New York, NY | 151 | $16,273 |
| Los Angeles, CA | 127 | $16,156 |
| Houston, TX | 104 | $16,197 |
| Miami, FL | 110 | $15,777 |
| Dallas, TX | 118 | $15,538 |
| Atlanta, GA | 145 | $15,241 |
| Boston, MA | 107 | $17,971 |
| Washington, DC | 147 | $17,238 |
Pricing by Trim Packages
Key Insights
- LX FWD is the Most Common Trim: With 2,884 listings, the LX FWD trim is the most available, indicating strong demand for this base model.
- Price Range Across Trims: The S FWD trim is priced at $22,390, while the EX FWD is the highest at $24,190, reflecting a premium for additional features.
- Consistent Drivetrain Options: All trims feature a FWD drivetrain, which may appeal to urban buyers seeking efficiency and lower costs.
Trim-Level Details
| Trim | Listings | MSRP | Drivetrain | Engine |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX FWD | 2884 | $19,890 | FWD | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
| S FWD | 492 | $22,390 | FWD | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
| GT-Line FWD | 438 | $23,490 | FWD | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
| EX FWD | 376 | $24,190 | FWD | 2.0L 147 hp I4 |
Pricing Analysis by Model Year
Key Insights
- Newer Models Retain Value: The 2025 Kia Soul is priced at $18,939, reflecting a -6.8% depreciation from its MSRP, indicating strong demand for newer models.
- Significant Depreciation for Older Models: The 2013 Kia Soul shows the steepest decline, with an average price of $6,402, representing a -55.6% depreciation from its original MSRP.
- Best Value in Recent Years: The 2021 Kia Soul offers a balance of price and features, priced at $14,029, which is -20.5% below MSRP, making it an attractive option for budget-conscious buyers.
Model Year Pricing
| Model Year | Original MSRP | Avg Price | Price vs MSRP |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | $20,490 | $18,939 | -7.6% |
| 2024 | $20,190 | $18,186 | -9.9% |
| 2022 | $19,290 | $15,056 | -22.0% |
| 2021 | $17,590 | $14,029 | -20.5% |
| 2020 | $17,490 | $12,868 | -26.5% |
| 2019 | $16,490 | $11,157 | -32.4% |
| 2018 | $16,200 | $10,268 | -36.5% |
| 2017 | $16,100 | $9,124 | -43.4% |
| 2016 | $15,900 | $8,431 | -47.6% |
| 2015 | $15,190 | $7,931 | -47.8% |
| 2014 | $14,900 | $7,156 | -52.0% |
| 2013 | $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 2023 Kia Soul cost?
| Metric | Value |
|---|---|
| Current Average Price | $17,220 |
| Year-Round Low | $16,727 |
| Year-Round High | $18,034 |
| Average Price a Year Ago | $18,033 |
| Change vs. Last Year | −4.51% |
Prices have softened 4.51% compared to this time last year, making it a favorable time to shop this model year.
There are 1,968 listings available, which gives you a solid amount of inventory to compare before you buy.
Is the 2023 Kia Soul a good car?
Yes — the 2023 Kia Soul earns a 4.62/5 user rating and a 7.67/10 expert rating. The model scores 9/10 across Look and feel and Cost effectiveness.
Owners consistently praise its value, safety features, spacious interior, and enjoyable ride. That lines up well with the Soul’s use case as a practical small car that also gives you a distinctive design and a useful upright driving position. The main trade-offs are fairly pedestrian performance and uncomfortable seats, and the base model lacks some features that show up higher in the lineup.
With 33.4% of listings priced as good or great deals, you have a decent chance of finding a strong-value example if you shop carefully.
Is the 2023 Kia Soul reliable?
Owners rate it 4.62/5, a strong signal of long-term satisfaction.
The owner feedback also points to a car that feels dependable, with praise centered on value, safety features, and everyday comfort. The expert review reinforces that impression by describing the Soul as a well-rounded small car with competent driving dynamics and a strong value proposition. Kia’s warranty coverage also helps reduce early ownership anxiety, especially if you want a used vehicle that still has some coverage left.
For used buyers, the main long-term ownership risk is making sure the specific car has been maintained well and that any wear-related issues are caught before you commit.
What should I look for when buying a used 2023 Kia Soul?
Accident-free inventory is solid at 82.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.
You should still run a history report on any candidate, even if the listing looks clean at first glance. A pre-purchase inspection is especially important if you’re considering a higher-mileage example or a car with optional equipment, since condition can vary a lot from one listing to the next. Focus on seat comfort, feature content, and overall wear, because the Soul’s value proposition depends heavily on how well the individual car has been kept.
Key things to evaluate:
- Trim level: The base LX gets the essentials, but higher trims add more convenience and safety equipment, and the base model is the one most likely to feel stripped down.
- Powertrain: You get a 2.0-liter four-cylinder with a CVT and front-wheel drive, and the model no longer offers the turbo engine or any all-wheel-drive setup.
- Safety package: Forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane keep assist, and a driver attention monitor are standard, while the S adds lane change assist, lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, and automatic high beams.
- Infotainment: The base LX uses an 8-inch touchscreen with wireless Apple CarPlay and Android Auto, while higher trims get a 10.25-inch screen with navigation, wireless phone charging, and extra USB ports.
- Fuel efficiency: Most models are rated at 30 mpg combined, while the EX is rated at 31 mpg combined; the GT-Line test car returned 29.1 mpg in testing.
Which 2023 Kia Soul trim should I buy?
The 2023 Kia Soul is offered in 4 trim levels: LX, S, EX, and GT-Line.
Here's the short version:
- LX: This is the entry point, and it gives you the Soul’s core personality at the lowest price, but you give up some of the convenience and safety content that makes the higher trims easier to live with.
- S: This is the best-value choice for many shoppers because it adds meaningful safety equipment and more everyday usability without pushing you all the way to the top of the range.
- EX: Choose this one if you want the slightly better fuel economy rating and a more comfort-oriented setup, especially if you care more about efficiency and daily livability than appearance.
- GT-Line: This is the style-forward pick, with the sportiest look and the most upscale feel in the lineup, but you should only choose it if you’re comfortable paying more for appearance and extras.
The GT-Line Technology Package adds the most advanced safety and convenience features, including navigation-based adaptive cruise control and Highway Drive Assist.
Is now a good time to buy a used 2023 Kia Soul?
This looks like a moderate, selective buyer’s market, so you can shop patiently but still move quickly on the right car.
- Deal availability: 33.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
- Inventory: There are 1,968 listings available.
- Price trend: Prices have softened 4.51% compared with last year.
- Clean inventory: 82.6% of listings are accident-free.
If you find a listing below $16,727, that's toward the low end of the year-round range and worth acting on quickly.
What is the 2023 Kia Soul's resale value?
The current average of $17,220 sits slightly below last year's $18,033.
That softer pricing suggests the Soul has become a more approachable used buy, but it also means future sellers may not see rapid appreciation. If you buy well and keep the car in good condition, you should still have a decent path to resale because the Soul’s value proposition remains strong. The model’s distinctive styling and practical packaging help it stand out in a crowded segment, which can support demand when you eventually sell.
Vehicles with strong owner satisfaction ratings, like this model year's 4.62/5, tend to retain buyer demand, which supports resale value over time.
Is the 2023 Kia Soul safe?
The 2023 Kia Soul earns top “Good” ratings in all IIHS crash-test categories, but a lower “Acceptable” rating for child-seat anchor ease of use, and it earns a four-star overall safety rating from NHTSA, with four-star ratings in frontal crash and rollover, and five-star ratings in side-impact protection.
It earns a 6/10 safety score from our experts.
Kia made forward collision warning, automatic emergency braking, lane keep assist, and a driver attention monitor standard for 2023. Moving up to the S adds lane change assist, lane departure warning, blind spot monitoring, rear cross traffic alert, and automatic high beams. The GT-Line Technology Package adds junction-turning capability for forward collision warning, navigation-based adaptive cruise control, and Highway Drive Assist with automated lane centering.
The main caveat is that some of the more advanced driver-assistance features still require a higher trim or option package, so you should check the exact equipment list on any used example you’re considering.
Should I buy a 2023 Kia Soul or consider a different year?
If you're weighing the 2023 against nearby model years, here's how to think about it:
Choose the 2023 if:
- 33.4% of listings are priced as good or great deals.
- Accident-free inventory is solid at 82.6% — always verify the vehicle history report.
- Prices have softened 4.51% compared with last year.
- Owners rate it 4.62/5 — a strong satisfaction signal.
- The 2023 model adds more standard driver-assist features and a revised trim lineup.
The bottom line: The 2023 Kia Soul makes the most sense if you want the updated trim structure and improved standard safety content while still keeping the Soul’s value-focused personality. If your priority is simply the lowest possible price, a nearby model year may be worth a look, but the 2023 is the cleaner choice if you want a more current feature set and a strong mix of style, space, and affordability.
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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