S FWD
What the S adds over the LX (+$2,300)
| Spec | LX | S |
|---|---|---|
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $19,290 | $21,590 |
| Wheel material | steel | forged alloy |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 10.25 in. color touchscreen audio display unit with HD Radio, integrated smartphone technology, Satellite Radio and Navigation system (AVN 5.0), 16-inch Alloy wheels, 2 USB center console chargers, 8-way power adjustable driver's seat including 2-way power adjustable lumbar support, 8-way power adjustable driver's seat including 2-way power adjustable lumbar support, Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW), Bluetooth® wireless technology with voice recognition, Driver Attention Warning (DAW), Dual Automatic temperature control, Forward Collision Avoidance (FCA), Front passenger seat back pocket, Immobilizer, Lane Change Assist (LCA), Lane Keep Assist (LKA), Premium cloth seat trim, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA), Smart Key with push button start, panic alarm and trunk opener, Wireless charging
Specifications
Source: manufacturer press kitBrakes
| Front brake diameter | 279.4 mm |
| Front brake type | Vented disc |
| Rear brake diameter | 261.6 mm |
| Rear brake type | solid disc |
| Parking brake type | Hand Brake (Mechanical Cable Type) |
Cargo
| Cargo volume behind 1st row | 62.1 cu-ft |
| Cargo volume behind 2nd row | 24.2 cu-ft |
| Total interior volume | 120.9 cu-ft |
Dimensions Exterior
| Ground clearance | 6.7 in |
| Overall height | 63 in |
| Overall length | 165.2 in |
| Overall width | 70.9 in |
| Wheelbase | 102.4 in |
Engine Basics
| Aspiration | naturally aspirated |
| Cylinder count | 4 |
| Engine displacement | 1999 cc |
| Fuel injection system | gdi mpi |
| Engine type (full description) | 2.0L I-4, Multi-Port Injection (MPI) |
| Valve configuration | DOHC |
Engine Output
| Horsepower | 147 hp |
| Torque | 132 lb-ft |
Fuel Economy
| MPG (city) | 28 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 30 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 33 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.3 gal |
Headroom
| Front headroom | 39.4 in |
| Third-row headroom | 39.5 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.1 in |
| Third-row legroom | 38.8 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $21,590 |
Shoulder Room
| Front shoulder room | 55.5 in |
| Third-row shoulder room | 54.7 in |
Steering
| Steering type | Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS) |
| Turning radius (curb-to-curb) | 34.8 ft |
Suspension
| Front suspension type | MacPherson Strut with Multi-functional Body Valve |
| Rear suspension type | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) |
Tires
| Tire size | P205/60 R16 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 5.715:1 |
| Transmission type | Intelligent Variable Transmission (i-IVT) |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 2844 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2844 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4023 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 16 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 6.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety25 std · 0 opt
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
- Dual front advanced airbags
- Dual front seat-mounted side airbags
- Full-length side curtain airbags
- Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
- Blind Spot Collision Warning (BCW)
- Brake Assist System (BAS)
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Forward Collision Avoidance (FCA)
- Front and rear 3-point seat belts
- Front seat-belt buckle sensor
- Front seat-belt pretensioners
- Front seat-belt reminder
- Height-adjustable front seat-belt anchors
- Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
- Impact sensing auto door unlock
- Lane Change Assist (LCA)
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
- Rollover sensor
- Speed sensing automatic door lock system
- Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS)
- Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
- Immobilizer
Infotainment8 std · 0 opt
- 10.25 in. color touchscreen audio display unit with HD Radio, integrated smartphone technology, Satellite Radio and Navigation system (AVN 5.0)
- 2 USB center console chargers
- 6 speakers
- Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration
- Bluetooth® wireless technology with voice recognition
- Steering-wheel-mounted audio control buttons
- USB input
- Wireless charging
Convenience7 std · 0 opt
- Smart Key with push button start, panic alarm and trunk opener
- Cruise control with steering-wheel-mounted controls
- Folding key with panic alarm and trunk opener
- Power door locks with two-turn entry system
- Power windows
- Power windows with driver's one-touch auto-down
- Remote keyless entry
Climate2 std · 0 opt
- Dual Automatic temperature control
- External Control Compressor
Seating4 std · 0 opt
- 8-way power adjustable driver's seat including 2-way power adjustable lumbar support
- 60/40 split-folding rear seat
- Front-seat adjustable headrests (up/down/sliding)
- Premium cloth seat trim
Interior20 std · 0 opt
- Center console armrest and storage
- Deluxe upper door trim
- Digital clock
- Door scuff plates
- Dual overhead room lamp
- Front and rear door bottle holder
- Front console cup holders
- Front passenger seat back pocket
- Illuminated glove box
- Illuminated ignition cylinder ring
- Matte silver inside door handles
- Outside temperature display
- Polyurethane steering wheel/gearshift knob
- Segment meter cluster
- Sunvisor with sliding function, vanity mirrors and cover
- Tachometer
- Day/night interior rear-view mirror
- Tilt and telescopic steering column
- Overhead console with sunglass holder
- Trip computer
Exterior20 std · 1 opt
- 16-inch Alloy wheels
- Anti-fog headlights
- Auto-on/off headlights
- Black exterior accents (side sills and belt-line)
- Black front grille
- Body-color exterior accents (wheel arch, and door waistline)
- Body-color exterior door handles
- Front/Rear Body bumper color (grained type)
- Gloss-black A-pillar accents
- High Mounted Stop Lamp
- Matte-black fender garnish with 'SOUL' emblem
- Multi focus reflector headlights (MFR) with escort function
- Positioning lights
- Power adjustable outside mirrors
- Privacy glass (rear windows, back-lite glass)
- Rear combination lights
- Roof rack ready (mounting points)
- Solar glass (windshield, front door windows)
- Variable intermittent windshield wipers
- Temporary spare tire
- Front and rear mud guards optional
Powertrain5 std · 0 opt
- 2.0L I-4, Multi-Port Injection (MPI) engine
- Active Eco System
- Idle Stop and Go (ISG)
- Intelligent Variable Transmission (i-IVT)
- Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS)
Chassis1 std · 0 opt
- Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA)
Cargo1 std · 1 opt
- Cargo net hooks
- Dual level cargo board optional
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2022 Soul. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the S
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2022 Kia Soul S?
The manufacturer lists $21,590 for the 2022 Kia Soul S. That is $2,300 above the LX, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2022 Kia Soul S add over the LX?
Against the LX, 18 features become standard that the LX does not and 2 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.