2016
Kia Soul
Starts at:
$15,900
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$5,5976 mi away -
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Not Priced7 mi away
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$6,9959 mi away
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Notable features
Five-seat compact hatchback
Choice of two four-cylinder engines
Manual or automatic transmission
USB port standard
Bluetooth connectivity standard
The good & the bad
The good
Interior quality
Many upscale features available
Panoramic moonroof available
Heated steering wheel available
The bad
Peculiar body-colored liftgate panel
All-wheel drive not offered
Modest cargo volume
Available cars near you
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$5,5976 mi away
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$6,9959 mi away
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$9,50012 mi away
Safety review
Based on the 2016 Kia Soul base trim
NHTSA crash test and rollover ratings, scored out of 5.
- Overall rating
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5/5
- Combined side rating front seat
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5/5
- Combined side rating rear seat
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5/5
- Frontal barrier crash rating driver
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5/5
- Frontal barrier crash rating passenger
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4/5
- Overall frontal barrier crash rating
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5/5
- Overall side crash rating
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5/5
- Rollover rating
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4/5
- Side barrier rating
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5/5
- Side barrier rating driver
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5/5
- Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
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5/5
- Side pole rating driver front seat
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5/5
14.7%
Risk of rollover
- Side barrier rating driver
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5/5
- Side barrier rating passenger rear seat
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5/5
- Side pole rating driver front seat
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5/5
14.7%
Risk of rollover
Factory warranties
New car program benefits
Basic
5 years / 60,000 miles
Corrosion
5 years / 100,000 miles
Powertrain
10 years / 100,000 miles
Roadside Assistance
5 years / 60,000 miles
Certified Pre-Owned program benefits
Age / mileage
6 years or newer / less than 80,000 miles
Basic
12 months / 12,000 miles
Dealer certification
165-point inspection
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Most recent
I've had my 2016 Kia Soul for over eight (8) years now,
I've had my 2016 Kia Soul for over eight (8) years now, and I've loved everything about it. She has been such a great car I couldn't imagine ever buying anything else. UNTIL...a few months ago she start to chug and stall, so I took her into the Regal Kia dealership here in Lakeland, FL. They did all kinds of repairs that
- Purchased a New car
- Used for Commuting
- Does not recommend this car
Excellent Purchase as Far
I own a Kia Soul 2016 has currently 62,000 miles ,purchased it with 23,000 miles on it.So far its been a fantastic car. No maintenance issues. Keep up with all the recommended maintenance and I'm sure your have a long time vehicle.
- Purchased a Used car
- Used for Commuting
- Does recommend this car
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FAQ
What trim levels are available for the 2016 Kia Soul?
The 2016 Kia Soul is available in 3 trim levels:
- ! (1 style)
- + (1 style)
- Base (2 styles)
What is the MPG of the 2016 Kia Soul?
The 2016 Kia Soul offers up to 24 MPG in city driving and 30 MPG on the highway. These figures are based on EPA mileage ratings and are for comparison purposes only. The actual mileage will vary depending on vehicle options, trim level, driving conditions, driving habits, vehicle maintenance, and other factors.
What are some similar vehicles and competitors of the 2016 Kia Soul?
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Is the 2016 Kia Soul reliable?
The 2016 Kia Soul has an average reliability rating of 4.7 out of 5 according to cars.com consumers. Find real-world reliability insights within consumer reviews from 2016 Kia Soul owners.
Is the 2016 Kia Soul a good Wagon?
Below are the cars.com consumers ratings for the 2016 Kia Soul. 92.4% of drivers recommend this vehicle.
- Comfort: 4.7
- Interior: 4.7
- Performance: 4.5
- Value: 4.6
- Exterior: 4.7
- Reliability: 4.7
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