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2025 Kia Soul
The 2025 Kia Soul's one notable change is the new Soulmate Special Edition package, and the LX starts at $21,885 with a 147-horsepower 2.0-liter engine. NHTSA lists no recalls and 12 complaints, led by exterior lighting with 4. EPA rates it 30 to 31 mpg combined, on par with the Nissan Kicks and Toyota Corolla Cross.
Current archiveChecked Aug. 28, 2026United States specification
Powertrain2.0L four-cylinder
Output147 hp
DrivetrainFWD
Seating5
Decision answers13Trim, ownership and verification
What changed on the 2025 Kia Soul
Rick Case Kia (opens in a new tab) calls the only notable change for 2025 a new Soulmate Special Edition package with 18-inch wheels, a two-tone roof, wood interior trim and a premium audio system, and lists an 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay and Android Auto as the base infotainment.
Kelley Blue Book (opens in a new tab) lists the LX at a starting sticker price of $21,885 and a Fair Purchase Price of $20,900, and a 5-year cost to own of $45,330. It describes a 2.0-liter four-cylinder making 147 horsepower and 132 lb-ft of torque, and an S trim that adds a 10.25-inch touchscreen, satellite radio, navigation and wireless charging. EPA rates the Soul at 30 to 31 mpg combined and $2,000 to $2,100 a year in fuel, all with front-wheel drive.
Recalls and problems owners report
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2025 Soul. Owners have filed 12 complaints: exterior lighting with 4, unknown or other with 3, and lane departure, forward collision avoidance and service brakes with 2 each. ProblemsByVin (opens in a new tab) reads the record as showing no systemic severe-failure pattern and names lighting as the most-reported issue, and Kelley Blue Book (opens in a new tab) keeps a common-problems page for the year.
2025 Soul against the Kicks, Kona, Corolla Cross and HR-V
EPA rates the 2025 Soul at 30 to 31 mpg combined and $2,000 to $2,100 a year in fuel. The Nissan Kicks lists 30 to 33 at $1,900 to $2,100, the Toyota Corolla Cross 30 to 42 at $1,500 to $2,100 including its hybrid, and the Honda HR-V 27 to 28 at $2,250 to $2,300. The Hyundai Kona spans 26 to 118 because that range includes its electric version. The Soul matches the Kicks and the Corolla Cross gasoline version on mpg and beats the HR-V.
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Record summary
What to know first
Every 2025 Soul uses the same 147-horsepower 2.0L engine and CVT; no turbo option is offered this model year despite past GT-Line Turbo variants.
Model-year note
The 2025 Soul lineup is naturally aspirated across all four trims, so an older model year's turbo GT-Line spec does not apply.
Trim map
How the lineup separates.
Trim descriptions identify the meaningful change from one trim to the next; individual options can still vary.
| Trim | Place in the lineup | Notable equipment |
|---|---|---|
| LX | Entry trim | 2.0L engine standard, 147 hp, 16-inch steel wheels standard, 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto standard |
| S | Trim 2 of 4 | 16-inch alloy wheels standard, Power-adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support standard, 10.25-inch display with navigation standard |
| GT-Line | Trim 3 of 4 | 18-inch alloy wheels and GT-Line body styling standard, Sunroof standard, 10.25-inch touchscreen with navigation standard |
| EX | Top trim | Upgraded comfort and technology equipment over S standard, 2.0L engine standard, 147 hp, Steps toward GT-Line-level equipment |
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Entry trim
LX
- 2.0L engine standard, 147 hp
- 16-inch steel wheels standard
- 8-inch touchscreen with Apple CarPlay/Android Auto standard
02
03Trim 2 of 4
S
- 16-inch alloy wheels standard
- Power-adjustable driver's seat with lumbar support standard
- 10.25-inch display with navigation standard
Trim 3 of 4
GT-Line
- 18-inch alloy wheels and GT-Line body styling standard
- Sunroof standard
- 10.25-inch touchscreen with navigation standard
Top trim
EX
- Upgraded comfort and technology equipment over S standard
- 2.0L engine standard, 147 hp
- Steps toward GT-Line-level equipment
Trim-by-trim specifications
The 2025 Kia Soul: 4 trims compared.
Kelley Blue Book specifications, one row per trim.
| Trim | Engine | Transmission | Drive | Horsepower | Torque (lb-ft) | EPA city / hwy / comb | Seats | Basic warranty |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder | Automatic, i-VT | FWD | 147 | 132 | 27 / 33 / 30 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| S | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder | Automatic, i-VT | FWD | 147 | 132 | 27 / 33 / 30 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| GT-Line | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder | Automatic, i-VT | FWD | 147 | 132 | 27 / 33 / 30 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| EX | 2.0-liter 4-cylinder | Automatic, i-VT | FWD | 147 | 132 | 27 / 33 / 30 mpg | 5 | 5 yr / 60,000 mi |
| Trim | Curb weight | Length | Height | Wheelbase | Ground clearance | Turning circle | Fuel tank | Front headroom | Front legroom | Tires |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| LX | 2,888 lb | 165.2 in | 63 in | 102.4 in | 6.7 in | 34.8 ft | 14.3 gal | 39.9 in | 41.1 in | P205/60R16 |
| S | 2,888 lb | 165.2 in | 63 in | 102.4 in | 6.7 in | 34.8 ft | 14.3 gal | 39.9 in | 41.1 in | P205/60R16 |
| GT-Line | 2,998 lb | 165.2 in | 63 in | 102.4 in | 6.7 in | 34.8 ft | 14.3 gal | 38.3 in | 41.1 in | P235/45R18 |
| EX | 2,987 lb | 165.2 in | 63 in | 102.4 in | 6.7 in | 34.8 ft | 14.3 gal | 38.3 in | 41.1 in | P215/55R17 |
Equipment by trim
Which 2025 Kia Soul trim has what.
Std is standard, Opt is optional, a dash means Kelley Blue Book lists it as not available.
| Equipment | LX | S | GT-Line | EX |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Safety | ||||
| Blind-spot alert | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
| Child door locks | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Child-seat anchors | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Forward collision warning | – | – | Opt | – |
| Hill-start assist | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Pedestrian detection | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rearview camera | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Electronic stability control | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Technology | ||||
| Bluetooth | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Hands-free calling | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Navigation system | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Satellite radio | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Apple CarPlay or Android Auto | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Steering-wheel audio controls | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Touchscreen | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Voice recognition | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Comfort | ||||
| Heated front seats | – | – | Opt | Std |
| Heated mirrors | – | – | Std | Std |
| Power driver's seat | – | Std | Opt | Std |
| Leather-wrapped steering wheel | – | – | Std | Std |
| Tilt steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Cup holders | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Folding rear seat | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Exterior and convenience | ||||
| Alloy wheels | Opt | Std | Std | Std |
| Fog lights | – | – | Opt | – |
| Privacy glass | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote liftgate or trunk release | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| 12-volt power outlet | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Power windows | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote keyless entry | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Remote engine start | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Proximity keyless entry | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Push-button start | – | Std | Std | Std |
| Cruise control | Std | Std | Std | Std |
| Rear-window defroster | Std | Std | Std | Std |
Complete certification table
2 configuration records.
| EPA ID / label | Engine / technology | Drive / transmission | Fuel | City | Hwy | Combined | Range |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 47942Soul | 2L 4-cylConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 27 | 33 | 30 | N/A |
| 47943Soul Eco dynamics | 2L 4-cylConventional | Front-Wheel DriveAutomatic (variable gear ratios) | Regular | 29 | 35 | 31 | N/A |
Direct answers
13 questions tied to this model-year.
Each answer names its source.
Q01How many trims does the 2025 Soul come in?
The 2025 Kia Soul (subcompact SUV) comes in 4 trims: LX, S, GT-Line, EX.
Source: Kia
Q02What are the 2025 Soul trims?
The 2025 Kia Soul trims are LX, S, GT-Line, EX, listed from the entry LX up to the top EX.
Source: Kia
Q03What engine or powertrain does the 2025 Soul use?
The 2025 Kia Soul is built around 2.0L four-cylinder, rated at 147 horsepower across its subcompact SUV body style.
Source: Kia specifications
Q04Is AWD or 4WD available on the 2025 Soul?
The 2025 Kia Soul is offered with FWD.
Source: Kia specifications
Q05What changed for the 2025 Soul?
The 2025 Soul lineup is naturally aspirated across all four trims, so an older model year's turbo GT-Line spec does not apply.
Source: Kia model-year information
Q06How much cargo space does the 2025 Kia Soul have, per EPA measurement?
The EPA lists 24 cubic feet of measured luggage or cargo volume for the 2025 Kia Soul.
Source: FuelEconomy.gov current vehicle table
Q07How did the 2025 Kia Soul do in NHTSA's side crash and rollover tests?
The 2025 Kia Soul earned 5 stars in the side crash test (5 stars driver side, 5 stars passenger side) and 4 stars for rollover resistance, a 14.7% chance of rolling over in a single-vehicle crash.
Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program
Q08What engine oil does the 2025 Kia Soul take?
The 2025 Kia Soul owner's manual specifies SAE 0W-20 engine oil. Source: 2025 Kia Soul owner's manual.
Source: Manufacturer owner's manual
Q09What brake fluid, refrigerant and key-fob battery does the 2025 Kia Soul use?
The 2025 Kia Soul owner's manual names R-1234yf air-conditioning refrigerant and a CR2032 coin-cell battery in the key fob. Source: 2025 Kia Soul owner's manual.
Source: Manufacturer owner's manual
Q10What are the 2025 Kia Soul trim levels?
The lineup is LX, S, GT-Line and EX.
Source: Dealer research pages
Q11What size wheels does the 2025 Kia Soul have?
The 2025 Kia Soul's wheel diameter is 16 inches on the LX and S, 17 inches on the EX and 18 inches on the GT-Line. Source: Kelley Blue Book specifications.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q12How do the 2025 Kia Soul trims differ from one another?
All 4 trims share the 2.0-liter 4-cylinder making 147 hp. The S has alloy wheels, blind-spot alert, a navigation system and 6 more as standard equipment over the LX. The GT-Line has heated mirrors and a leather-wrapped steering wheel as standard equipment over the S. The EX has heated front seats and a power driver's seat as standard equipment over the GT-Line.
Source: Kelley Blue Book vehicle specifications
Q13What does the 2025 Kia Soul cost across its trims?
Kelley Blue Book's national base prices for the 2025 Kia Soul run from $21,885 for the LX to $26,185 for the EX, across 4 trims. Those figures include the destination charge.
Source: Kelley Blue Book
Live NHTSA evidence
Current federal safety records for 2025 Kia Soul.
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Evidence behind the record
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Kia Soul official model pageManufacturer lineup, equipment and specifications
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