Compare 2021 Kia Soul specifications by trim levels
Soul is a 5-seat Hatchback from Kia, which first hit the market back in 2010.
With the price tag ranging from $17,490 to $27,550, the Kia Soul faces the stiff competition with the same-class rivals like Buick Encore, Chevrolet Sonic, Chevrolet Spark.
The Kia Soul has a maximum towing capacity of 1200 lbs, but double check that this applies to the configuration you want.
The Kia Soul boasts the average fuel economy anywhere from 31 to 35 mpg, depending on the petrol type and engine capacity.
The maximum width and height is 70.90mm x 165.20mm respectively and can vary on the basis of model.
Key Specs of 2021 Kia Soul
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Fuel Tank: 14.3 gal
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Wheelbase: 102.4 in
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MPG: 25 city/31 hwy
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0-60 mph: 8.2 sec
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Ground clearance: 6.7 in
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Engine: 2.0L I-4
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Towing capacity: 1200 lbs
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Curb: 2802 lbs
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Passenger capacity: 5
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Dimensions(LxWxH): 165.2 x 70.9 x 63
2021 Kia Soul Price, Review, Ratings and Pictures
The Kia Soul is offered in 7 trim levels. Compare the trim levels to ensure you will have the desired features and will not pay for the unnecessary upgrades
Our comprehensive charts with interior and exterior specs are also designed to give you thorough details about Kia Soul safety features and entertainment system, technical aspects, and so on.
Compare the Kia Soul specifications & features by choosing the necessary trim level & year of manufacture.
Specs
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Main Info
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Body Style Hatchback
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Doors 4
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Engine
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Engine 2.0L I-4,1.6L I-4 DOHC
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Horsepower 147 hp @ 1931 –
201 hp @ 1930 -
Torque 132 lb-ft. @ 4,500 –
195 lb-ft. @ 1,500 -
Transmission 6-spd man w/OD
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0-60mph / 0-100kmh 8.2 sec
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1/4 mile time 16.5 sec
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Dimensions
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Length 165.2 in
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Width 70.9 in
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Height 63 in
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Wheelbase 102.4 in
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Curb Weight 2802 lbs
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GVWR 3858 lbs
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Towing capacity 1200 lbs
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Ground clearance 6.7 in
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Turning radius 17.4 ft
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CAPACITY
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Luggage capacity 24.2 ft
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Cargo capacity 62.1 cu.ft
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Seats 5
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FUEL
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Fuel tank 14.3 gal
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City 25 - 29 mpg
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Combined 28 - 32 mpg
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Highway 31 - 35 mpg
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Highway range 443.3 - 500.5 mi
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WARRANTY
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Basic Warranty 60/60,000 mths/miles
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Specifications 
LX 4dr Hatchback |
LX 4dr Hatchback |
S 4dr Hatchback |
GT-Line 4dr Hatchback |
| Exterior length | |||
| 165.2 in | 165.2 in | 165.2 in | 165.2 in |
| Exterior body width | |||
| 70.9 in | 70.9 in | 70.9 in | 70.9 in |
| Exterior height | |||
| 63.0 in | 63.0 in | 63.0 in | 63.0 in |
| Horsepower | |||
| 147 hp | 147 hp | 147 hp | 147 hp |
| Torque | |||
| 132 lb-ft. | 132 lb-ft. | 132 lb-ft. | 132 lb-ft. |
| Curb weight | |||
| 2802 lbs | 2802 lbs | 2844 lbs | 2844 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | |||
| 3858 lbs | 3858 lbs | 4023 lbs | 4023 lbs |
| Wheelbase | |||
| 102.4 in | 102.4 in | 102.4 in | 102.4 in |
| Turning radius | |||
| 17.4 '' | 17.4 '' | 17.4 '' | 17.4 '' |
| Ground clearance | |||
| 6.7 in | 6.7 in | 6.7 in | 6.7 in |
| Front legroom | |||
| 41.1 in | 41.1 in | 41.1 in | 41.1 in |
| Rear legroom | |||
| 38.8 in | 38.8 in | 38.8 in | 38.8 in |
| Front headroom | |||
| 39 in | 39 in | 39 in | 39 in |
| Rear headroom | |||
| 40 in | 40 in | 40 in | 40 in |
| Front shoulder room | |||
| 56 in | 56 in | 56 in | 56 in |
| Rear shoulder room | |||
| 55 in | 55 in | 55 in | 55 in |
| Fuel tank | |||
| 14.3 gal. | 14.3 gal. | 14.3 gal. | 14.3 gal. |
X-Line 4dr Hatchback |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
Turbo 4dr Hatchback |
| Exterior length | ||
| 165.2 in | 165.2 in | 165.2 in |
| Exterior body width | ||
| 70.9 in | 70.9 in | 70.9 in |
| Exterior height | ||
| 63.0 in | 63.0 in | 63.0 in |
| Horsepower | ||
| 147 hp | 147 hp | 201 hp |
| Torque | ||
| 132 lb-ft. | 132 lb-ft. | 195 lb-ft. |
| Curb weight | ||
| 2844 lbs | 2844 lbs | 3036 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) | ||
| 4023 lbs | 4023 lbs | 4101 lbs |
| Wheelbase | ||
| 102.4 in | 102.4 in | 102.4 in |
| Turning radius | ||
| 17.4 '' | 17.4 '' | 17.4 '' |
| Ground clearance | ||
| 6.7 in | 6.7 in | 6.7 in |
| Front legroom | ||
| 41.1 in | 41.1 in | 41.1 in |
| Rear legroom | ||
| 38.8 in | 38.8 in | 38.8 in |
| Front headroom | ||
| 39 in | 39 in | 39 in |
| Rear headroom | ||
| 40 in | 40 in | 40 in |
| Front shoulder room | ||
| 56 in | 56 in | 56 in |
| Rear shoulder room | ||
| 55 in | 55 in | 55 in |
| Fuel tank | ||
| 14.3 gal. | 14.3 gal. | 14.3 gal. |
Interior Features
LX 4dr Hatchback |
LX 4dr Hatchback |
S 4dr Hatchback |
GT-Line 4dr Hatchback |
| Air conditioning, front | |||
| manual | manual | manual | manual |
| Clock | |||
| in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display |
| Cupholders | |||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Gear shift knob trim | |||
| urethane | urethane | urethane | leather |
| 12V DC power outlet | |||
| 2 | 2 | 2 | 2 |
| Overhead console | |||
| mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage |
| Floor console | |||
| partial | partial | full | full |
| Floor mats | |||
| carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
| Front windows | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| Rear windows | |||
| power | power | power | power |
| 1-touch window down | |||
| driver | driver | driver | driver |
| Instrumentation | |||
| analog | analog | analog | analog |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors | |||
| driver and passenger | – | – | – |
| Rear view mirror | |||
| day-night | day-night | day-night | day-night |
| Fuel door release | |||
| mechanical | mechanical | mechanical | mechanical |
| Seatback storage pockets | |||
| 1 | – | – | – |
| Steering wheel material | |||
| urethane | urethane | urethane | leather |
| Lighter elements | |||
| front | front | front | front |
X-Line 4dr Hatchback |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
Turbo 4dr Hatchback |
| Air conditioning, front | ||
| manual | dual zone automatic | dual zone automatic |
| Clock | ||
| in-radio display | in-radio display | in-radio display |
| Cupholders | ||
| front and rear | front and rear | front and rear |
| Gear shift knob trim | ||
| leather | leather | leather |
| 12V DC power outlet | ||
| 2 | 3 | 3 |
| Overhead console | ||
| mini with storage | mini with storage | mini with storage |
| Floor console | ||
| full | full | full |
| Floor mats | ||
| carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear | carpeted front and rear |
| Front windows | ||
| power | power | power |
| Rear windows | ||
| power | power | power |
| 1-touch window down | ||
| driver | driver | driver |
| Instrumentation | ||
| analog | analog | analog |
| Illuminated vanity mirrors | ||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | – |
| Rear view mirror | ||
| day-night | day-night | day-night |
| Fuel door release | ||
| mechanical | mechanical | mechanical |
| Seatback storage pockets | ||
| 1 | 1 | – |
| Steering wheel material | ||
| leather | leather | leather |
| Lighter elements | ||
| front | front | front |
Exterior Features
LX 4dr Hatchback |
LX 4dr Hatchback |
S 4dr Hatchback |
GT-Line 4dr Hatchback |
| Antenna | |||
| integrated roof | integrated roof | integrated roof | integrated roof |
| Body material | |||
| fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel |
| Paint | |||
| clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim | |||
| black w/chrome surround | black w/chrome surround | black w/chrome surround | black |
| Fog/driving lights | |||
| front | – | – | – |
| Door count | |||
| 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door | |||
| liftgate | liftgate | liftgate | liftgate |
| Tinted windows | |||
| deep | deep | deep | deep |
| Rear window type | |||
| fixed | fixed | fixed | fixed |
| Mirrors | |||
| dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
| Wheels | |||
| 16 silver steel | 16 silver steel | 16 silver aluminum | 18 machined w/painted accents aluminum |
| Spare tire and wheel | |||
| compact steel | compact steel | compact steel | compact steel |
| Rear window wipers | |||
| fixed interval | fixed interval | fixed interval | fixed interval |
| Bodyside insert | |||
| black | black | black | – |
X-Line 4dr Hatchback |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
Turbo 4dr Hatchback |
| Antenna | ||
| integrated roof | integrated roof | integrated roof |
| Body material | ||
| fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel | fully galvanized steel |
| Paint | ||
| clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone | clearcoat monotone |
| Grille trim | ||
| black w/chrome surround | black | black |
| Fog/driving lights | ||
| front | front | front |
| Door count | ||
| 4 doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Rear cargo door | ||
| liftgate | liftgate | liftgate |
| Tinted windows | ||
| deep | deep | deep |
| Rear window type | ||
| fixed | fixed | fixed |
| Mirrors | ||
| dual power remote | dual power remote | dual power remote |
| Sunroof | ||
| 1st row regular express open/close sliding and tilting glass | – | – |
| Wheels | ||
| 18 silver aluminum | 17 silver w/painted accents aluminum | 18 machined w/painted accents aluminum |
| Spare tire and wheel | ||
| compact steel | compact steel | compact steel |
| Rear window wipers | ||
| fixed interval | fixed interval | fixed interval |
| Bodyside insert | ||
| black | – | – |
Seats
LX 4dr Hatchback |
LX 4dr Hatchback |
S 4dr Hatchback |
GT-Line 4dr Hatchback |
| Front seat type | |||
| bucket | bucket | bucket | bucket |
| Standard seating | |||
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls | |||
| 6-way | 6-way | 8-way power | 6-way |
| Front passenger seat direction controls | |||
| 4-way | 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar support | |||
| driver | – | – | – |
| Front armrests | |||
| center | center | – | – |
| Front head restraints | |||
| adjustable | adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
| Rear seats | |||
| 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
| Rear head restraints | |||
| 2 - fixed | 2 - fixed | 2 - fixed | 2 - fixed |
| Seat trim | |||
| cloth | cloth | premium cloth | cloth |
X-Line 4dr Hatchback |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
Turbo 4dr Hatchback |
| Front seat type | ||
| bucket | bucket | bucket |
| Standard seating | ||
| 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Front driver seat direction controls | ||
| 6-way | 8-way power | 8-way power |
| Front passenger seat direction controls | ||
| 4-way | 4-way | 4-way |
| Lumbar support | ||
| driver | driver | – |
| Front armrests | ||
| center | center | center |
| Front head restraints | ||
| adjustable | adjustable | adjustable |
| Heated front seats | ||
| driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | driver and front passenger heated-cushion, heated-seatback | – |
| Rear seats | ||
| 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench | 60-40 bench |
| Rear head restraints | ||
| 2 - fixed | 3 - adjustable | 3 - adjustable |
| Seat trim | ||
| cloth | premium cloth | cloth/leatherette |
Entertainment System
LX 4dr Hatchback |
LX 4dr Hatchback |
S 4dr Hatchback |
GT-Line 4dr Hatchback |
| Radio | |||
| SiriusXM AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM stereo, seek-scan |
| Speakers | |||
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 |
| 1st row LCD screen | |||
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
X-Line 4dr Hatchback |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
Turbo 4dr Hatchback |
| Radio | ||
| SiriusXM AM/FM stereo, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan | SiriusXM AM/FM/HD/Satellite, seek-scan |
| Speakers | ||
| 6 | 6 | 7 Harman/Kardon |
| Navigation system | ||
| yes with voice activation | yes with voice activation | – |
| 1st row LCD screen | ||
| 1 | 1 | 1 |
Safety and Security Features
LX 4dr Hatchback |
LX 4dr Hatchback |
S 4dr Hatchback |
GT-Line 4dr Hatchback |
| Airbags, frontal | |||
| driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact | |||
| seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain | |||
| curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row |
| Traction control | |||
| ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Headlights | |||
| halogen | halogen | halogen | halogen |
| Exterior light control | |||
| fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic |
| Remote keyless entry | |||
| keyfob (all doors) | keyfob (all doors) | – | – |
| Door locks | |||
| power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
| Lane departure warning | |||
| Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) | Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) | – | – |
X-Line 4dr Hatchback |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
Turbo 4dr Hatchback |
| Airbags, frontal | ||
| driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger | driver and front passenger |
| Airbags, side impact | ||
| seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger | seat mounted, driver and passenger |
| Airbags, side curtain | ||
| curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row | curtain 1st and 2nd row |
| Traction control | ||
| ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline | ABS and driveline |
| Seatbelt pre-tensioners | ||
| front | front | front |
| Headlights | ||
| halogen | halogen | LED low/high beam |
| Exterior light control | ||
| fully automatic | fully automatic | fully automatic |
| Remote keyless entry | ||
| keyfob (all doors) | keyfob and smart device | keyfob and smart device |
| Door locks | ||
| power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock | power with 2 stage unlock |
| Lane departure warning | ||
| Lane Departure Warning (LDW) | Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) | Lane Keeping Assist (LKA) |
| In-Vehicle Assistance Service | ||
| UVO link | UVO link | – |
Mechanical Features
LX 4dr Hatchback |
LX 4dr Hatchback |
S 4dr Hatchback |
GT-Line 4dr Hatchback |
| Engine | |||
| 2.0L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 |
| Brakes | |||
| 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | |||
| 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive type | |||
| front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel |
| Exhaust | |||
| stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
| Steering | |||
| rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
| Suspension tuning | |||
| regular | regular | regular | regular |
| Front suspension type | |||
| strut | strut | strut | strut |
| Front shocks | |||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Front springs | |||
| coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Rear suspension type | |||
| torsion beam | torsion beam | torsion beam | torsion beam |
| Rear shocks | |||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs | |||
| coil | coil | coil | coil |
| Transmission | |||
| 6-spd man w/OD | 6-spd man w/OD | Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) 2-spd CVT w/OD | Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) 2-spd CVT w/OD |
| Axle ratio | |||
| 4.47 | 4.47 | 5.72 | 5.72 |
X-Line 4dr Hatchback |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
Turbo 4dr Hatchback |
| Engine | ||
| 2.0L I-4 | 2.0L I-4 | 1.6L I-4 |
| Brakes | ||
| 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc | 4-wheel disc |
| Anti-lock braking system (ABS) | ||
| 4-wheel | 4-wheel | 4-wheel |
| Drive type | ||
| front-wheel | front-wheel | front-wheel |
| Exhaust | ||
| stainless steel | stainless steel | stainless steel |
| Steering | ||
| rack and pinion | rack and pinion | rack and pinion |
| Suspension tuning | ||
| regular | regular | regular |
| Front suspension type | ||
| strut | strut | strut |
| Front shocks | ||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Front springs | ||
| coil | coil | coil |
| Rear suspension type | ||
| torsion beam | torsion beam | torsion beam |
| Rear shocks | ||
| gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized | gas-pressurized |
| Rear springs | ||
| coil | coil | coil |
| Transmission | ||
| Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) 2-spd CVT w/OD | Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) 2-spd CVT w/OD | 7-spd auto-shift man w/OD |
| Axle ratio | ||
| 5.72 | 5.72 | 4.79 |
| Turbocharger | ||
| intercooled turbo | – | – |
Other Specs
LX 4dr Hatchback |
LX 4dr Hatchback |
S 4dr Hatchback |
GT-Line 4dr Hatchback |
| Luggage capacity | |||
| 24.2 cu.ft. | 24.2 cu.ft. | 24.2 cu.ft. | 24.2 cu.ft. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | |||
| 62.1 cu.ft. | 62.1 cu.ft. | 62.1 cu.ft. | 62.1 cu.ft. |
| Base engine size | |||
| 2.0 liters | 2.0 liters | 2.0 liters | 2.0 liters |
| Base engine type | |||
| I-4 | I-4 | I-4 | I-4 |
| Horsepower rpm | |||
| 6,200 | 6,200 | 6,200 | 6,200 |
| Torque rpm | |||
| 4,500 | 4,500 | 4,500 | 4,500 |
| EPA mileage estimates | |||
| 25 City / 31 Hwy | 25 City / 31 Hwy | 29 City / 35 Hwy | 28 City / 33 Hwy |
| Lighting - map lights | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Lighting - dome light | |||
| fade | fade | fade | fade |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | |||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Height adjustable safety belts | |||
| front | front | front | front |
| Engine - valvetrain | |||
| DOHC | DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | |||
| 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
| Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | |||
| 120/100,000 | 120/100,000 | 120/100,000 | 120/100,000 |
| Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | |||
| 60/100,000 | 60/100,000 | 60/100,000 | 60/100,000 |
| Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | |||
| 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
| Tires | |||
| P205/60HR16.0 BSW AS | P205/60HR16.0 BSW AS | P205/60HR16.0 BSW AS | P235/45HR18.0 BSW AS |
| Windshield wipers - front | |||
| variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
X-Line 4dr Hatchback |
EX 4dr Hatchback |
Turbo 4dr Hatchback |
| Luggage capacity | ||
| 24.2 cu.ft. | 24.2 cu.ft. | 24.2 cu.ft. |
| Maximum cargo capacity | ||
| 62.1 cu.ft. | 62.1 cu.ft. | 62.1 cu.ft. |
| Base engine size | ||
| 2.0 liters | 2.0 liters | 1.6 liters |
| Base engine type | ||
| I-4 | I-4 | I-4 |
| Horsepower rpm | ||
| 6,200 | 6,200 | 6,000 |
| Torque rpm | ||
| 4,500 | 4,500 | 1,500 |
| EPA mileage estimates | ||
| 28 City / 33 Hwy | 28 City / 33 Hwy | 27 City / 32 Hwy |
| Lighting - map lights | ||
| front | front | front |
| Lighting - dome light | ||
| fade | fade | fade |
| Mirrors - visor vanity mirrors | ||
| driver and passenger | driver and passenger | driver and passenger |
| Height adjustable safety belts | ||
| front | front | front |
| Engine - valvetrain | ||
| DOHC | DOHC | DOHC |
| Warranty - Basic (mths/miles) | ||
| 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
| Warrranty - Powertrain (mths/miles) | ||
| 120/100,000 | 120/100,000 | 120/100,000 |
| Warranty - Corrosion perforation (mths/miles) | ||
| 60/100,000 | 60/100,000 | 60/100,000 |
| Warranty - Roadside assistance (mths/miles) | ||
| 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 | 60/60,000 |
| Tires | ||
| P235/45HR18.0 BSW AS | P215/55HR17.0 BSW AS | P235/45HR18.0 BSW AS |
| Windshield wipers - front | ||
| variable intermittent | variable intermittent | variable intermittent |
