Kia Soul third generation

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The Kia Soul third generation (2019–2025): dimensions, weights, reliability and the official figures of its 9 versions in the United States and Canada.

Model codes: SK3 · Sold in: United States and Canada

Dimensions, weights and capacity

Specification	Europe	North America	Wikipedia
Dimensions
Length	4,200 mm RDW	4,200 mm TC	4,195 mm
Width	1,800 mm RDW	1,800 mm TC	1,800 mm
Height	1,610 mm RDW	1,620 mm TC	1,600 mm
Wheelbase	2,600 mm RDW	2,600 mm TC	2,600 mm
Front track	1,565 mm ASTRA	1,550 mm TC	–
Rear track	1,575 mm ASTRA	1,550 mm TC	–
Weights and towing
Kerb weight	1,657 kg RDW	1,290–1,685 kg TC	–
Mass in running order	1,757 kg RDW	–	–
Gross vehicle weight	2,180 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, braked trailer	300 kg RDW	–	–
Towing, unbraked trailer	300 kg RDW	–	–
Seats and space
Seats	5 RDW	–	–
Doors	5 RDW	–	–
Luggage space (EPA)	–	651–680 L EPA	–
Passenger space (EPA)	–	2,775–2,860 L EPA	–
Performance
Top speed	167 km/h RDW	–	–
Torque	395 Nm ASTRA	–	–
Electric motor power	–	150 kW NRCan	–
Electric
Range (EPA/NRCan)	–	391 km EPA	–
Charging time at 240 V	–	9.5 h EPA	–

Tyre sizes (most common first): 215/55R17, 205/60R16

NHTSA overall safety rating (US): 2020–2025: ★★★★☆

Ranges cover the generation’s versions and body styles; European and North American versions can differ. Sources: RDW type approvals (Netherlands), Transport Canada vehicle specifications, Wikipedia (en, de), ASTRA type approvals (Switzerland), US EPA fuel economy data, Natural Resources Canada, Traficom type approvals (Finland), NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings. Wikipedia figures are used under CC BY-SA 4.0.

Reliability and owner reports

UK MOT: first-time pass rate by age

Age at test	Pass rate	UK average	Tests
3 years	94.8% (93.7–95.7)	92.2%	1,897
4–5 years	93.3% (91.4–94.8)	91.0%	833

What the MOT finds

Area	This model	UK average, same ages
Tyres	25.9%	21.7%
Visibility (glass, mirrors, wipers)	4.9%	5.8%
Brakes	4.8%	12.1%
Lights and electrics	1.5%	4.3%

First MOT test of each car per year in 2022–2024, from the DVSA’s anonymised test results; only ages with at least 500 tests are shown. The figure in brackets is the 95% confidence interval; green or red means clearly above or below the UK average. The second table shows how often an item was noted (defect or advisory) in each area, against the UK average for cars of the same ages. DVSA anonymised MOT tests (Open Government Licence)

Owner complaints to NHTSA (US)

806 complaints for model years 2020–2025. 33 crashes · 12 fires · 35 injuries · 12 deaths

Engine 524
Transmission and drivetrain 133
Electrical system 75
Brakes 35
Steering 33
Fuel system 32

Complaints are reported by owners and not checked by NHTSA; they are not adjusted for how many cars were sold, so popular models have more. NHTSA owner complaints

All 9 versions of the Kia Soul third generation

United States 5 versions

Model years sold in the USA, from the EPA and the Department of Energy (fueleconomy.gov). MPG on the EPA test; litres per 100 km = 235.215 ÷ MPG.

Years and version	Engine	Fuel	Gearbox	Drive	Consumption (combined)	CO₂	Electric range
2020–2025	2.0 L	Petrol	Continuously variable (CVT)	Front-wheel drive	30–31 MPG (7.6–7.8 L/100 km) EPA	178–188 g/km	–
2020–2022SIDI	1.6 L	Petrol	7-speed automated manual	Front-wheel drive	29 MPG (8.1 L/100 km) EPA	192 g/km	–
2020–2021	2.0 L	Petrol	6-speed manual	Front-wheel drive	27 MPG (8.7 L/100 km) EPA	206 g/km	–
2020	Electric motor	Electric	Automatic	Front-wheel drive	114 MPGe EPA	0 g/km	391 km
2019SIDI	1.6 L	Petrol	6-speed automatic	Front-wheel drive	28 MPG (8.4 L/100 km) EPA	198 g/km	–

Canada 4 versions

Model years sold in Canada, from Natural Resources Canada fuel consumption ratings (5-cycle test).

Years and version	Engine	Power	Fuel	Gearbox	Consumption (combined)	CO₂	Electric range
2020–2025Station wagon: Small	2.0 L	–	Petrol	Continuously variable (CVT)	7.8–7.9 L/100 km 5-cycle	186–188 g/km	–
2020–2023Station wagon: Small	Electric motor	150 kW (204 PS)	Electric	Automatic	17.8–18.7 kWh/100 km 5-cycle	0 g/km	248–383 km
2020Station wagon: Small	2.0 L	–	Petrol	6-speed manual	8.7 L/100 km 5-cycle	206 g/km	–
2019Station wagon: Small	1.6 L	–	Petrol	6-speed automatic	8.4 L/100 km 5-cycle	198 g/km	–

Similar models from other brands

Official figures are measured on standard test procedures and differ between markets. Your consumption depends on how, where and in what conditions you drive.