Kia Soul III: Review of the Updated Compact Crossover

Kia Soul third generation after the 2022 update is a stylish urban crossover with a boxy design, 2.0 MPI petrol engine and i-VT CVT. The model combines practicality, efficiency and youthful character for everyday driving. The car’s appearance becomes more expressive and the vehicle itself more practical when using Kia Soul tuning accessories, which you can find in our product catalog.

Technical Specifications

• Engine and Power: 2.0-liter inline 4-cylinder, 147 hp, 179 Nm, DOHC, multi-point injection.
• Transmission and Drive: 6-speed i-VT CVT, front-wheel drive.
• Fuel Consumption: Combined 7.6–7.8 l/100 km; city 8.1–8.4 l, highway 6.7–7.1 l; tank 54 l.
• Dimensions: Length 4196 mm, width 1801 mm, height 1600 mm, wheelbase 2601 mm, clearance 170 mm; trunk 530–1760 l.
• Suspension and Brakes: MacPherson front, torsion rear; ventilated discs 279 mm front, 262 mm rear.

Equipment

• Safety: 6 airbags, ABS, ESP, hill-start assist, rearview camera, parking sensors, tire pressure monitoring.
• Multimedia: 8–10.25-inch touchscreen, Apple CarPlay/Android Auto, Bluetooth, 6–10 Harman Kardon speakers (top), digital cluster.
• Comfort: Fabric/leather, heated seats/steering/mirrors, dual-zone climate, keyless entry, electric sunroof.
• Additional: LED lighting, 18" wheels, drive modes, wireless charging, USB ports.

Exterior and Interior

Exterior of the Kia Soul is boxy: new grille, slim LED headlights, two-tone paint, protective cladding, high ground clearance for the city. The 5-door body looks original and compact.

Interior is functional: quality materials, ergonomic dashboard, space for 5 people, modular trunk, focus on comfort and style.