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What's New for 2025?
The Soul carries over unchanged aside from a newly available Soulmate package that includes some appearance tweaks and Harman/Kardon audio.
FAST FACTS
"Skip the Soul if you're looking for all-wheel drive (unavailable) or swift acceleration, but consider it closely if you just want a value-priced, high-riding hatchback — er, SUV — with style to spare. Apart from various Mini models, it's hard to think of another economy car with such distinctive looks, and the upright profile means that interior space is quite generous, especially for a subcompact."—Ranked #12 out of 18 Subcompact SUVs
MotorDonkey's proprietary vehicle data identifies every significant version of each model so that you can compare and decide. There's only one standalone version of the 2025 Kia Soul, and here it is, along with our expert analysis and recommendations.
The Soul won't excite you with its CVT and humble four-cylinder engine, but it'll wow you with its space and versatility given how small it is. Note that the efficiency-optimized EX trim steps up its fuel economy a bit to 31 mpg combined (29 city/35 highway).
The 2025 Soul is offered in just one mechanical configuration. Hit the link or button to read our editorial summary and see detailed specs.
| Version | Price | Fuel | MPG | Power | Torque |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 Kia Soul 2.0 Front-Wheel Drive | $20,490 | Gas | 30 | 147 hp | 132 lb-ft |
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