Rating Summary
The 2017 Kia Soul is currently rated #1 out of 17 overall for Compact Cars.
It's the best car overall compared to others in the same category.
Its MSRP and Cargo Volume win versus competitors, but its Motor Trend Overall Rating loses against the competition.
Competitors
Which is better: Kia Soul or Chevrolet Bolt?
The Soul costs $20,520.00 less than the Bolt. From comparing their attributes, our survey rated both as tied in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Kia Soul or Honda Civic Sedan?
The Soul costs $2,640.00 less than the Civic Sedan. Based on a comparison of the attributes, people rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Kia Soul or Mazda Mazda3?
The Soul costs $1,745.00 less than the Mazda3. After a comparison of the two based on their attributes, our voters rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Kia Soul or Toyota Prius?
The Soul costs $7,375.00 less than the Prius. From comparing their attributes, our survey rated both as tied in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Kia Soul or Volkswagen Golf GTI?
The Soul costs $8,895.00 less than the Golf GTI. Based on a comparison of the attributes, people rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Kia Soul or Chevrolet Volt?
The Soul costs $17,120.00 less than the Volt. Based on a comparison of the attributes, people rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Kia Soul or Hyundai Elantra?
The Soul costs $1,050.00 less than the Elantra. After a comparison of the two based on their attributes, our voters rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Kia Soul or Volkswagen Golf?
The Soul costs $3,795.00 less than the Golf. After a comparison of the two based on their attributes, our voters rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Kia Soul or Chevrolet Cruze?
The Soul costs $875.00 less than the Cruze. Based on a comparison of the attributes, people rated both as tied in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Kia Soul or Honda Civic Coupe?
The Soul costs $3,050.00 less than the Civic Coupe. After a comparison of the two based on their attributes, our voters rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Kia Soul or Honda Civic Hatchback?
The Soul costs $3,600.00 less than the Civic Hatchback. You have a chance to be the first to compare the two against each other.
Which is better: Kia Soul or Honda Civic Si Coupe?
The Soul costs $7,800.00 less than the Civic Si Coupe. You have a chance to be the first to compare the two against each other.
Which is better: Kia Soul or Honda Civic Si Sedan?
The Soul costs $7,800.00 less than the Civic Si Sedan. You have a chance to be the first to compare the two against each other.
Which is better: Kia Soul or Toyota Corolla SE?
The Soul costs $4,345.00 less than the Corolla SE. After a comparison of the two based on their attributes, our voters rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
Which is better: Kia Soul or Hyundai Veloster Turbo?
The Soul costs $6,500.00 less than the Veloster Turbo. You have a chance to be the first to compare the two against each other.
Which is better: Kia Soul or Subaru Impreza Sport?
The Soul costs $16,100.00 more than the Impreza Sport. From comparing their attributes, our survey rated it is winning in a head to head match up.
2017 Kia Soul Details
Is This Car Good?
Overall Rating
Best Attribute
MSRP
Worst Attribute
Motor Trend Overall Rating
| Rating | Feature | Value | Analysis |
|---|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $16,100.00 | Good with 5 stars based on 11 ratings | |
| MPG | 26 city / 31 highway | Bad with 0 stars based on 7 ratings | |
| Horsepower | 130 to 201 hp | Good with 3 stars based on 5 ratings | |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 14.2 gal | Good with 4.5 stars based on 6 ratings | |
| Cargo Volume | 24.2cubic ft w/ rear seats up, folded 61.3 | Good with 5 stars based on 4 ratings | |
| Seating Capacity | 5. Plenty of leg and headroom in front and back. | Good with 3.5 stars based on 6 ratings | |
| Car and Driver Overall Rating | 4.5/5 | Good with 3.5 stars based on 3 ratings | |
| Motor Trend Overall Rating | 3.5/5 | Bad with 0 stars based on 2 ratings |