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2018 Kia Soul Reviews, Pricing & Specs
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The original Kia Soul hit the market in 2009 to critical acclaim, and at a time when the subcompact crossover segment was relatively new. Now well into its second generation and having seen off most of its similarly boxy counterparts (Nissan Cube, Scion xB), it continues to deliver affordable quality and style in spades. Likely closer than not to a full redesign, the little Kia’s handsome bulldog-like styling nevertheless shows no signs of aging against fresher competitors, and it remains up-to-date on all of the latest gadgets. For 2017, the Soul received a subtle facelift that included revised front and rear fascias, new interior finishes, and a range-topping turbocharged powertrain. For 2018, it carries on with just minor changes.
The Soul offers just three trims, Base, Plus and Exclaim; the latter two are stylized in Kia marketing as “+” and “!,” respectively. The primary difference between each of these trims is the engine. The $16,100 Base trim houses a 1.6-liter inline 4-cylinder engine and a 6-speed manual transmission, which outputs 130 horsepower and 118 pound-feet of torque and which is good for 24 mpg city/30 highway/27 combined. Opt for the automatic transmission and the price climbs to $17,700, but fuel economy increases slightly to 25/30/37. The Plus (+), retailing for $20,300, is the volume trim and enlarges the engine to a 2.0-liter inline 4-cylinder unit that makes 161 horsepower and 150 lb-ft of torque, paired with a 6-speed automatic transmission. Fuel economy remains unchanged from the Base with automatic transmission, at 25/30/27. The $22,000 Exclaim trim’s 1.6-liter turbocharged inline 4-cylinder engine brings a hearty 201 horsepower and 195 lb-ft of torque and is married solely to a 7-speed dual-clutch transmission, Surprisingly, it is this configuration that is the thriftiest on fuel, at 26/31/28. Fuel economy overall is mid-pack for this segment, although much larger vehicles, like the Honda CR-V, Hyundai Tucson, Nissan Rogue and Toyota RAV4, match or exceed the Soul’s numbers. The option of all-wheel-drive (AWD) is absent in every configuration, notable because every one of its competitors offers 4-wheel motivation. Kia even acknowledges this by marketing the Soul as an “urban passenger vehicle.” As for performance, critics say it depends upon the engine. The 1.6-liter and 2.0-liter powerplants propel the Soul in a way that is leisurely, yet adequate, and certainly in keeping with similar powertrains from other subcompact crossovers. However, the 1.6-liter turbo engine’s extra oomph pairs with the Soul’s naturally balanced chassis tuning and well-calibrated brakes to earn it true hot-hatch credibility. In any configuration, Base, Plus or Exclaim, the Soul is remarkably easy to drive on a day-to-day basis.
For technology and features, the trims are defined as much by what they include as what they offer as options. The Soul’s Base trim comes with 16-inch alloy wheels, a color infotainment system, Bluetooth, Siri EyesFree, voice commands, an illuminated glovebox, USB and auxiliary jacks, 12-volt outlets, rear split-folding seats, and steering-wheel-mounted audio controls. Despite the generous list of standard technology features, the manual-transmission Soul foregoes rudimentary equipment that would be included on competing vehicles, such as keyless entry, cruise control, and a front center console with armrest, but these are included with the automatic transmission upgrade. For packages, there is only the $1,200 Convenience Package, which must be paired with the automatic transmission and brings along a 7-inch touchscreen, Android Auto, Apple CarPlay, automatic single-zone climate control, automatic lights, and a reversing camera.
The volume Plus trim includes everything from the Base trim with Convenience Package, and in addition, 17-inch alloy wheels, heated exterior mirrors, body-colored front and rear bumper inserts and fog lamps. The Plus’s $1,500 Audio Package swaps the 7-inch infotainment system for a larger 8-inch one that includes navigation and telematics, a Harman Kardon audio system with a center speaker, subwoofer and external amplifier, speaker lights, dual center console USB charging ports, piano black interior accents, satin chrome interior door handles, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and gear lever cover, and leatherette on the doors and dashboard. The Audio Package is a prerequisite to the steeply priced $4,500 Primo Lit Package; this includes autonomous emergency braking, forward collision warning system, smart cruise control, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, panoramic sunroof, HID headlamps with auto leveling, LED daytime running lamps, LED interior lighting, leather trimmed seats, and heated front and rear seats and steering wheel. The Plus is also the only trim with the $400 Designer Collection package that adds specialized color combinations—including some optional two-tone paint jobs—18-inch alloy wheels with gloss black inserts and a leather-wrapped steering wheel.
The Exclaim trim brings to the table 18-inch alloy wheels, gloss black front and rear bumper inserts, tasteful cloth/leather combination with contrast stitching, a smart key, and an immobilizer. The Technology Package, at $3,000, includes blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, HID headlamps, LED daytime running lamps, fog lamps and tail lamps, power-folding side mirrors, an 8-inch touchscreen infotainment system with navigation and telematics, a Harman Kardon audio system with a center speaker, subwoofer, and external amplifier, speaker lights, dual center console USB charging ports, heated front seats, rear seats, and steering wheel, and powered front seats. On top of the Technology Package, buyers can pony up an additional $1,000 for the Sunroof Package and earn a panoramic sunroof and LED interior lighting.
While the Soul’s boxy shape might be a detriment to fuel economy, it's an asset to interior volume. Cargo space measures 24.2 cubic feet and 61.3 cubic feet with the rear seats folded (and these seats do not fold completely flat), shaming many of the Soul’s sleeker-shaped competitors, especially the Mazda CX-3, Nissan Juke, and Toyota C-HR, but also exceeding the Nissan Rogue Sport and Jeep Renegade. Unlike many of its cramped rivals, the Soul promotes excellent use of a diminutive footprint.
On the safety front, every Soul comes equipped with dual front and side airbags, full-length side curtain airbags, disc brakes at all four corners, and intelligent electronic brakeforce distribution. This is good enough to earn the Kia commendable ratings from the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), including a top rating of Good in all crash categories. For the ability to avoid or mitigate a crash, it earns a score of Good with the optional driving aids in the Primo Lit and Technology Packages. Its only imperfect IIHS score is an Acceptable rating for the ease-of-use of its child-seat anchors.
In summary, the Soul essentially combines the attributes of its more-parochial competitors and distills them into a package that does everything reasonably well. The Mazda CX-3 is sporting, the Honda HR-V is roomy, and the Jeep Renegade is stylish; however, none of these can match the Soul’s magic combination of being a daily driver that is simultaneously spacious, handsome, and—with the optional turbocharged engine—quite enjoyable to drive. Its high hip-point and steeply raked windshield give younger drivers a commanding view of the road and older drivers an astoundingly easy ingress and egress procedure; the squared-off cargo-hold is just as good for wheelchairs and mobility equipment as it is for bulk-buying errands or camping gear. The Soul undercuts its rivals on price, but also comes in base form at a lower level of equipment than those competitors are willing to offer, but overall, pricing is competitive with the segment. With a light hand on the options sheet and the willingness to forego AWD, the Soul provides an extraordinary experience for an ordinary price, which should quell any notion that Kia’s smaller vehicles are still unpleasant penalty boxes.
Published May 31, 2022 by Kyree Rollerson
User reviews for 2018 Kia Soul
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by Iaris A
Sep 04, 2024
Large car Car is good car
I would like it in the city is very good but in the village, it’s not goodSep 04, 2024
by Anonymous
Dec 03, 2023
Great little car,wonderful service and follow thru from Wes Jacobs.I just wish the upholstery was cleaned before delivery.Exterior condition is almost mint.The seats could use a good cleaning.Dec 03, 2023
by Eric s
Nov 16, 2023
Cest une excellente voiture la Kia Soul. Jai des collègues de travail qui la conduisent. Ils adorent. Stable et FiableNov 16, 2023
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by Iaris A
Sep 04, 2024
Large car Car is good car
I would like it in the city is very good but in the village, it’s not goodSep 04, 2024
by Anonymous
Dec 03, 2023
Great little car,wonderful service and follow thru from Wes Jacobs.I just wish the upholstery was cleaned before delivery.Exterior condition is almost mint.The seats could use a good cleaning.Dec 03, 2023
by Eric s
Nov 16, 2023
Cest une excellente voiture la Kia Soul. Jai des collègues de travail qui la conduisent. Ils adorent. Stable et FiableNov 16, 2023
by Debra L
Oct 11, 2023
The miles the color the gas saver and the price Oct 11, 2023
by Rey B
Sep 08, 2023
I really like the features of this vehicle. Kias are so reliable! Would definitely recommend. Sep 08, 2023
by Nicholas M
Feb 16, 2023
It was overpriced for the quality and the year. Feb 16, 2023
by Becky M
Oct 06, 2022
I loved it but its missing a spare tire and I opted for an SUV with more comfort. I do love the style but it is a small car.Oct 06, 2022
by Diana C
Jun 26, 2022
Love the Kia Soul especially its the color of the exterior and interior I want.Jun 26, 2022
by Stephanie S
Oct 05, 2021
Absolutely beyond angry that my 2018 kia souls engine is basically shot just 9,000 past the warranty due to the the oil disappearing in the engine. Never had and oil leak issue and have routinely done oil changes on it. No warning lights lettinfg me know it was low or empty..which it shouldnt have been. In the first place. I dont have money for a new or used motor and owe $15k on it yet!! Can I sue Kia??? This should be in a recall with rest of their engine failures. Its a 2.0 liter just like their called 2020-2021 Souls ans Sorentos. Oct 05, 2021
by Anonymous
Sep 27, 2021
Très bonne automobile, malheureusement vendue lorsque jai appelé le concessonnaire. Jai acheté un kia soul EX 2022 neuf.Sep 27, 2021
by Bonnie M
Aug 21, 2021
the 2016 kia soul base is better than my 2013 kia soul +
2016 base is a lot quieterAug 21, 2021
by Dana W
Jul 25, 2021
This vehicle has one awesome stero system . Great to get around in and still has storage once the back set are folded down. Jul 25, 2021
by Patrick C
May 19, 2021
Good, but trouble going from 1st to 2cd gear. A little wonky. Good car otherwise. May 19, 2021
by James G
Apr 07, 2021
This is a wonderful little car that leaves me wanting for nothing!!!Apr 07, 2021
by Arlene p
Nov 27, 2020
Honda fit like that also they both are good carsNov 27, 2020
by Leslie S
Nov 22, 2020
Loaded with options, very roomy, late model at a great price.Nov 22, 2020
by Anonymous
Nov 18, 2020
+ Reliable,Price
- no spare tire
Cool ride 4 a top Ramen budget...Nov 18, 2020
by Michael D
Nov 05, 2020
Its a great car for the price! However, there could be more space between the accelerator and brake pedals, and some features that work automatically (for safetys sake) in other cars do not on this car. Nov 05, 2020
by Eric D
Oct 06, 2020
Well, my wife saw the car (2018 Kia Soul plus) and long story short........ we bought it. The car looked exactly like it did in the photo and had the upgraded entertainment system in it which made it easier for me swallow. And the price was great. I walked away from the purchase feeling like my wife won and bought the car she wanted and I thought is was not that bad. If you are married then you know how that goes.Oct 06, 2020
by Kristin E
May 04, 2020
We love this car. Very comfortable and easy to drive but roomy inside. We got the ! I highly recommend the extra pkgs. The base just doesnt have much power. However, if thats what the budget allows it is still a great carMay 04, 2020
by Dave K
Feb 01, 2020
Drove a 2018 Soul ! and overall give it a 4 out of 5. The front seat was borderline too flat (since there is no power seat to adjust). Build quality, driving experience and engine pep were all very good.Feb 01, 2020
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2018 Kia Soul Pricing
Original MSRP
$16,200 to $22,900Price range
$10,228 to $10,879Average price on CG
$10,228YoY price change
$10,789 to $10,228Trims & specs
Air Conditioning
Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.3 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Door sill trim: scuff plate · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: urethane · Steering wheel trim: urethane
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with storage · Cupholders: rear · One-touch windows: 1 · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: audio · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.56
Engine
Alternator: 110 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: hidden exhaust · Front bumper color: black · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Rocker panel color: black · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Infotainment screen size: 4.3 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Instrument cluster screen size: 3.5 in. · Warnings and reminders: low oil level
Lights
Headlights: auto delay off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: manual folding · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: door unlock
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: height · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Kit: tire sealant
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.7 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.90
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
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: with washer
Air Conditioning
Air filtration: ionizing · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Rear side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: diversity · Voice recognition audio system · Auxiliary audio input: iPod/iPhone integration · Pandora internet radio · AM/FM radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 11.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.3 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Door sill trim: scuff plate · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: urethane · Steering wheel trim: urethane
Convenience Features
Assist handle: front · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 2 · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: sunglasses holder · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 3.27
Engine
Alternator: 120 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: hidden exhaust · Front bumper color: body-color · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: body-color · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Rocker panel color: black · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google search · Infotainment: Apply CarPlay ready · Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: MPG · Instrument cluster screen size: 3.5 in. · Warnings and reminders: low fuel level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: power · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: front · Impact sensor: door unlock · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: cloth
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Kit: tire sealant
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.7 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.90
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
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with read function · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app function: vehicle location
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: with washer
Air Conditioning
Air filtration: ionizing · Automatic climate control front air conditioning · Single front air conditioning zones
Airbags
Dual front airbags · Passenger airbag deactivation: occupant sensing deactivation · Front side airbags · Front side curtain airbags
Audio System
Antenna Type: mast · Voice recognition audio system · Bluetooth auxiliary audio input · Pandora internet radio · Touch screen display radio · Satellite Radio: SiriusXM · Total Number of Speakers: 6
Brakes
ABS: 4-wheel · Braking assist: hill start assist · Front brake diameter: 12.0 · Front brakes: ventilated disc · Rear brake diameter: 10.3 · Rear brakes: disc
Comfort Features
Armrests: rear center with cupholders · Dash Trim: Leatherette · Door sill trim: scuff plate · Door trim: leatherette · Floor Material: carpet · Shift knob trim: leather · Steering wheel trim: leather
Convenience Features
Assist handle: rear · Cargo area power outlet: 12V · Center console: front console with armrest and storage · Cupholders: rear · Multi-function remote: keyless entry with panic alarm · One-touch windows: 2 · Power steering: speed-proportional · Power windows: lockout button · Reading lights: front · Steering wheel: tilt and telescopic · Steering wheel mounted controls: phone · Storage: door pockets · Vanity mirrors: dual illuminating
Driver Seat
Manual adjustments: 6
Drivetrain
Axle ratio: 4.64
Engine
Alternator: 120 amps · Battery: maintenance-free
Exterior Features
Door handle color: body-color · Exhaust: dual exhaust tips · Exhaust tip color: chrome · Front bumper color: black · Grille color: black with chrome accents · Mirror color: body-color · Rear bumper color: black · Rear trunk/liftgate: liftgate · Rocker panel color: black · Window trim: black
Headrests
Front headrests: adjustable · Number of front headrests: 2 · Number of rear headrests: 3
In Car Entertainment
Connected in-car apps: Google POIs · Infotainment: UVO · Infotainment screen size: 7 in.
Instrumentation
Fuel economy display: range · Instrument cluster screen size: 4.3 in. · Warnings and reminders: low oil level
Lights
Headlights: Auto on/off
Mirrors
Exterior mirrors: integrated turn signals · Inside rearview mirror: manual day/night
Passenger Seat
Manual Adjustments: 4
Rear Seats
Type: 60-40 split bench
Safety
Camera system: rearview · Child seat anchors: LATCH system · Crumple zones: rear · Impact sensor: door unlock · Rearview monitor: in dash
Seatbelts
Emergency locking retractors: front · Front seatbelts: 3-point · Seatbelt force limiters: front · Seatbelt pretensioners: front · Seatbelt warning sensor: driver and passenger · Second row seatbelts: 3-point
Seats
Driver seat manual adjustments: reclining · Front seat type: bucket · Passenger seat manual adjustments: reclining · Rear headrests: adjustable · Rear seat folding: split · Upholstery: leather-trimmed · Upholstery accents: cloth
Security
Power door locks: anti-lockout
Spare Tire
Kit: inflator kit
Steering
Steering ratio: 15.7 · Turns lock-to-lock: 2.90
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
Driver assistance app: roadside assistance · Electronic messaging assistance: with voice recognition · Phone wireless data link: Bluetooth · Smart device app function: vehicle location
Tires
Type: all season
Tires and Rims
Wheel type: aluminum alloy
Windows
Front wipers: variable intermittent · Liftgate window: fixed · Power windows: with safety reverse · Rear wiper: with washer