Kia Soul (AM) Crossover (2009-2014)

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Product Overview

Kia Soul (chassis code AM) is an entry-level subcompact crossover in production from 2009 to 2014. It was available with a range of inline-4 engines that displaced 1.6 to 2.0 liters.
Related to the Hyundai i20, the Kia Soul has a distinct styling that makes it unforgettable. It strands between minivan, hatchback, and crossover, and few vehicles on the market had the same design at the time.
Drivetrain-wise, the Mk1 Soul was somewhat reliable but not exciting. Its torsion beam rear suspension confirms its status as an economy car.

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Neofiliac score 14% (not directly comparable across industries)
Pros
  • Distinct styling
Cons
  • Horrible 0-100kph time
  • Can't even reach 200km/h
  • Miserably low engine output
  • No independent rear suspensions

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Specifications

1.61.6 CRDi1.6 CRDi AT

Capacity

Cargo Capacity370 L / 13.1 cu-ft ~ 570 L / 20.1 cu-ft
Fuel Capacity48.0 L / 12.7 gal
Passengers5
Payload410 kg / 904 lbs

Chassis

Brakes | FrontVentilated discs
Brakes | RearDisc
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Suspension | FrontMacPherson strut
Suspension | RearSemi-independent, Torsion beam
Tire Size195/65R15
Turning Circle10.5 m / 34.4 ft

Construction

Body Style5-door Crossover

Dimensions

Size | Height1661 mm / 65.4 in
Size | Length4105 mm / 161.6 in
Size | Width1785 mm / 70.3 in
Track Width | Front1570.0 mm / 61.8 in
Track Width | Rear1575.0 mm / 62.0 in
Weight1270.0 kg / 2799.9 lbs
Wheelbase2550 mm / 100.4 in

Performance

Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h11.0 sec10.7 sec11.9 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph10.5 sec10.2 sec11.3 sec
Fuel Economy6.5 L/100km / 36.2 MPG (combined) | 7.9 L/100km / 29.8 MPG (urban) | 5.7 L/100km / 41.3 MPG (highway)5.1 L/100km / 46.1 MPG (highway)5.9 L/100km / 39.9 MPG (combined) | 7.5 L/100km / 31.4 MPG (urban) | 5.2 L/100km / 45.2 MPG (highway)
Top Speed177.0 km/h / 110.0 mph180.0 km/h / 111.8 mph176.0 km/h / 109.4 mph

Powertrain

Drivetrain LayoutFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel drive
Emission StandardEuro 4
Engine | Displacement1.6 L / 97.1 cu-in / 1591.0 cc
Engine | Power126.0 hp / 94.0 kW @ 6200 rpm126.0 hp / 94.0 kW @ 4000 rpm126.0 hp / 94.0 kW @ 4000 rpm
Engine | Specific Output79.2 hp/L / 1.3 hp/cu-in
Engine | Torque151 Nm / 111.4 lb-ft @ 4200 rpm255 Nm / 188.1 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm255 Nm / 188.1 lb-ft @ 2000 rpm
Engine | TypeNaturally-aspirated direct-injected petrol inline-4 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged commonrail diesel inline-4 engine with 4 values per cylinderTurbocharged commonrail diesel inline-4 engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears5-speed5-speed4-speed
Transmission | TypeManualManualAutomatic

Production

Availability2009 ~ 2014

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