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Kia Soul 3 (SK3)

Subcompact Crossover

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Product Overview

Kia Soul Mk3 (chassis code KS3) is an affordable subcompact crossover in production from 2019. It is powered by either inline-4 petrol engines that displaced 1.6 to 2.0 liters or electric motors from 136hp to 204hp aided by batteries from 42kWh to 67kWh.
Successor to its horridly ugly predecessor, the Mk3 Kia Soul is marginally better-looking. However, its engines are rather weak and oil consumption issues remain constant.

Ratings

What we found

Neofiliac score 17%
Pros
  • Cheap to purchase
Cons
  • Poor performance
  • No powerful engine options
  • Poor handling
  • Low build quality

What external reviewers found

External score 67%
Pros
  • Excellent infotainment tech
  • Good range
  • Impressive range
  • Decent infotainment
Cons
  • Lack of rear-seat tech
  • Lackluster off-road capability
  • Not as practical as e-Niro
  • Small boot
  • Disappointing interior
  • Limited range

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Specifications

Variants shown:
1.6 GDI DCT
2.0 MPI
2.0 MPI CVT
e-Soul 39.2 kWh
e-Soul 67 kWh
Variants1.6 GDI DCT2.0 MPI2.0 MPI CVT

Capacity

Cargo Capacity529 L / 18.7 cu-ft ~ 1758 L / 62.1 cu-ft
Engine Oil Capacity4.5 L / 4.8 qt4.0 L / 4.2 qt4.0 L / 4.2 qt
Fuel Capacity54.0 L / 14.3 gal
Passengers5
Payload483 kg / 1065 lbs479 kg / 1056 lbs535 kg / 1179 lbs

Chassis

Brakes | FrontVentilated discs, 305 mmVentilated discs, 279 mmVentilated discs, 279 mm
Brakes | RearDisc, 284 mmDisc, 262 mmDisc, 262 mm
Offroad | Approach Angle16.2 deg
Offroad | Departure Angle29.6 deg
Power SteeringElectric Steering
Suspension | FrontMacPherson strut
Suspension | RearSemi-independent, Torsion
Tire Size235/45 R18205/60 R16205/60 R16, 215/55 R17, 235/45 R18
Turning Circle10.6 m / 34.8 ft

Construction

Battery | Capacity42.0 kWh (gross) | 39.2 kWh (net)
Battery | TypeLithium-polymer
Battery | Voltage327.0 V
Body Style5-door Crossover

Dimensions

Ground Clearance170 mm / 6.7 in
Size | Height1600 mm / 63.0 in
Size | Length4196 mm / 165.2 in
Size | Width1801 mm / 70.9 in
Track Width | Front1575.0 mm / 62.0 in
Track Width | Rear1585.0 mm / 62.4 in
Weight1377.0 kg / 3035.8 lbs1271.0 kg / 2802.1 lbs1290.0 kg / 2844.0 lbs
Wheel Size7.5J x 186.5J x 166.5J x 16, 6.5J x 17, 7.5J x 18
Wheelbase2601 mm / 102.4 in

Performance

Acceleration | 0 - 100 km/h9.9 sec
Acceleration | 0 - 60 mph9.4 sec
Braking | 100 km/h - 042.0 m / 137.8 ft
Fuel Economy8.1 L/100km / 29.0 MPG (combined) | 8.7 L/100km / 27.0 MPG (urban) | 7.4 L/100km / 31.8 MPG (highway)8.7 L/100km / 27.0 MPG (combined) | 9.4 L/100km / 25.0 MPG (urban) | 7.6 L/100km / 31.0 MPG (highway)7.6 L/100km / 31.0 MPG (combined) | 8.1 L/100km / 29.0 MPG (urban) | 6.7 L/100km / 35.1 MPG (highway)
Top Speed155.0 km/h / 96.3 mph

Powertrain

Drivetrain LayoutFront-engine (transverse), Front-wheel drive
Engine | Bore77.0 mm / 3.0 in81.0 mm / 3.2 in81.0 mm / 3.2 in
Engine | Compression Ratio10.0:112.5:112.5:1
Engine | Displacement1.6 L / 97.1 cu-in / 1591.0 cc2.0 L / 122.0 cu-in / 1999.0 cc2.0 L / 122.0 cu-in / 1999.0 cc
Engine | Power201.0 hp / 149.9 kW @ 6000 rpm147.0 hp / 109.6 kW @ 6200 rpm147.0 hp / 109.6 kW @ 6200 rpm
Engine | Specific Output126.3 hp/L / 2.1 hp/cu-in73.5 hp/L / 1.2 hp/cu-in73.5 hp/L / 1.2 hp/cu-in
Engine | Stroke85.4 mm / 3.4 in97.0 mm / 3.8 in97.0 mm / 3.8 in
Engine | Torque264 Nm / 194.7 lb-ft @ 1500-4500 rpm179 Nm / 132.0 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm179 Nm / 132.0 lb-ft @ 4500 rpm
Engine | TypeTurbocharged direct-injected petrol inline-4 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol inline-4 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinderNaturally-aspirated multi-port injected petrol inline-4 DOHC engine with 4 values per cylinder
Transmission | Gears7-speed6-speed
Transmission | TypeDouble clutch transmission (DCT)ManualCVT

Production

Availability2020

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External Reviews

autocar[1]

Reviewer score 65% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from autocar have found:
Kia already has 2000 units on order, along with 8000 e-Niros. It looks like Kia is gearing up to claim a fairly sizable chunk of the market for itself. The Soul EV’s 280-mile WLTP range is a key part of its appeal. Performance is strong without being wild.
Pros
  • Comfortable to drive
  • Impressive range
  • Decent standard equipment
Cons
  • Slightly heavier than e-Niro
  • Small boot

autoexpress[2]

Reviewer score 75% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from autoexpress have found:
The first Kia Soul EV appeared back in 2014, following in the tyre tracks of petrol and diesel siblings. The new Soul EV is now the only variant that is offered in Europe, and this is our first chance to drive it in the UK. Underneath, this latest model uses the same powertrain as the popular Kia e-Niro. A single electric motor sends 201bhp and 395Nm of torque to the front wheels, fed by a 64kWh lithium-ion battery mounted under the floor.
Pros
  • Powerful engine
  • Decent range
Cons
  • Expensive for what you get

carmagazine[3]

Reviewer score 53% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from carmagazine have found:
The Soul EV may not be a hot hatch but it's not a complete slug either. It's slightly lighter than its e-Niro sister car, and that's mirrored in accurate, easy steering and a general willingness to change direction without too much fuss. There are four driving modes to cycle through – Normal, Sport, Eco and Eco+. Sticking to Normal is the best bet – Sport brings a cloying sense of artificial weight to the steering and twitchy throttle response.
Pros
  • Comfortable to drive
  • Good range
  • Decent infotainment
Cons
  • Disappointing interior
  • Not as practical as e-Niro

cnet[4]

Reviewer score 73% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from cnet have found:
The Kia Soul isn't the quickest thing on four wheels, but it handles surprisingly well. Despite its decidedly nonaerodynamic shape, the Soul returns an EPA-estimated fuel rating of 27 miles per gallon city, 33 highway. A new electric Soul is headed our way soon, though its arrival has been delayed slightly.
Pros
  • Gorgeous interior
  • Comfortable to drive
  • Excellent infotainment tech
Cons
  • No all-wheel drive
  • Lack of rear-seat tech

digitaltrends[5]

Reviewer score 67% (normalized by Neofiliac)
Reviewers from digitaltrends have found:
The 2020 Kia Soul is a great CUV. Its looks won't be to everyone's tastes, but it stands out in a segment that's filled with boring options. It's practical, with one of the largest cargo areas, loads of tech features, and an efficient powertrain. Just stay away from the GT-Line Turbo trim.
Pros
  • Sleek looks
  • Powerful engine
  • Lots of tech features
Cons
  • Lackluster off-road capability
  • Bumpy front-wheel drive

References

  1. ^ Kia Soul EV 2020 UK review. [autocar].
  2. ^ New Kia Soul EV 2020 review. [autoexpress].
  3. ^ Kia Soul EV review – EV, myself and I. [carmagazine].
  4. ^ 2020 Kia Soul review: As practical and offbeat as ever. [cnet].
  5. ^ 2020 Kia Soul GT-Line: This budget box has an attitude. [digitaltrends].

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