S FWD
What the S adds over the LX (+$2,500)
| Spec | LX | S |
|---|---|---|
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $19,890 | $22,390 |
| Wheel material | steel | forged alloy |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 10-way power driver's seat including 2-way power lumbar support, 10.25 in. color touchscreen audio display unit with HD Radio, Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, Satellite Radio and Navigation system (AVN 5.0), 16-inch Alloy wheels, 2 USB center console chargers, Blind Spot Collision Avoidance (BCA), Bluetooth® wireless technology with voice recognition, Dual Automatic temperature control, High Beam Assist, Lane Departure Warning, 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 16-Valve |
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 | 39.9 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.1 in |
| Third-row legroom | 38.8 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $22,390 |
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 and stabilizer / 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) | 2888 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2888 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 kitSafety27 std · 0 opt
- Forward Collision Avoidance (FCA) with Pedestrian Detection
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA)
- Dual front advanced airbags
- Dual front seat-mounted side airbags
- Full-length side curtain airbags
- Lane Departure Warning
- Lane Keep Assist (LKA)
- Driver Attention Warning (DAW)
- Anti-lock Brake System (ABS)
- Blind Spot Collision Avoidance (BCA)
- Brake Assist System (BAS)
- Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
- Front and rear 3-point seat belts
- Front seat-belt and anchor pretensioners
- Front seat-belt buckle sensor
- Front seat-belt reminder
- Height-adjustable front seat-belt anchors
- High Beam Assist
- Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
- Impact sensing auto door unlock
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
- Rear Occupant Alert (ROA)
- Rollover sensor
- Speed sensing automatic door lock system
- Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
- Immobilizer
- Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) High-line
Infotainment8 std · 0 opt
- 10.25 in. color touchscreen audio display unit with HD Radio, Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, 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
Convenience6 std · 0 opt
- Smart Key with push button start, panic alarm and trunk opener
- Cruise control with steering-wheel-mounted controls
- Power door locks
- Power windows
- Power windows with driver's one-touch auto-down
- Remote keyless entry
Climate1 std · 0 opt
- Dual Automatic temperature control
Seating4 std · 0 opt
- 10-way power driver's seat including 2-way power lumbar support
- 60/40 split-folding rear seat
- Front-seat adjustable headrests (up/down/sliding)
- Woven and knit cloth seat trim
Interior20 std · 0 opt
- Cargo lamp
- Center console armrest and storage
- Center room lamp
- Deluxe upper door trim
- Digital clock
- Door scuff plates
- Front and rear door bottle holder
- Front console cup holders
- Full digital meter cluster
- Illuminated glove box
- Matte silver inside door handles
- Outside temperature display
- Overhead room lamp
- Polyurethane steering wheel/gearshift knob
- Sunvisor with sliding function, vanity mirrors and cover
- Tachometer
- Tilt and telescopic steering column
- Day/night interior rear-view mirror
- Overhead console with sunglass holder
- Trip computer
Exterior20 std · 0 opt
- 16-inch Alloy wheels
- Black and silver front radiator grille
- Black exterior side sills
- Body-color exterior accents
- Body-color exterior door handles
- Body-color outside mirrors
- Front/Rear body-color bumper (grained type)
- Gloss-black A-pillar accents
- High Mounted Stop Lamp
- Matte-black rear exterior garnish
- 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)
- Variable intermittent windshield wipers
- Auto light control
- Solar glass (windshield, front door windows)
- Temporary spare tire
Powertrain5 std · 0 opt
- 2.0L I-4, Multi-Port Injection (MPI) engine
- Drive Mode Select
- Idle Stop and Go (ISG)
- Intelligent Variable Transmission (i-IVT)
- Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS)
Chassis2 std · 0 opt
- Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA)
- McPherson strut and stabilizer bar
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 2023 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 2023 Kia Soul S?
The manufacturer lists $22,390 for the 2023 Kia Soul S. That is $2,500 above the LX, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2023 Kia Soul S add over the LX?
Against the LX, 12 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.