EX FWD
What the EX adds over the LX (+$4,300)
| Spec | LX | EX |
|---|---|---|
| Curb weight (maximum) | 2888 lbs | 2987 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2888 lbs | 2987 lbs |
| MPG (city) | 27 mpg | 29 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 30 mpg | 31 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 33 mpg | 35 mpg |
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $20,490 | $24,790 |
| Tire size | P205/60 R16 | P215/55 R17 |
| Wheel diameter | 16 in | 17 in |
| Wheel material | steel | forged alloy |
Standard here, not on the base trim: 10.25 in. color touchscreen audio display unit with HD Radio, Android Auto/Apple CarPlay, Satellite Radio and Navigation system (AVN 5.0), 12V power outlet (x1) in the cargo area, 17-inch Alloy wheels, 2 USB center console chargers, 8-way power driver's seat including 2-way power lumbar support, 8-way power driver's seat including 2-way power lumbar support, Blind Spot Collision Avoidance (BCA), Bluetooth® wireless technology with voice recognition, Cargo cover, Dual Automatic temperature control, Dual level cargo board, Front passenger seat back pocket, Gloss black with chrome accent front radiator grille, Heated front seats, Heated outside mirrors, Illuminated sunvisor, LED overhead room lamp, LED side room lamp, Lane Change Assist (LCA), Leather-wrapped steering wheel/gearshift knob, Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA), Rear center armrest with cup holders, Smart Key with push button start, panic alarm and trunk opener, Sunroof with power sunshade, 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) | 29 mpg |
| MPG (combined) | 31 mpg |
| MPG (highway) | 35 mpg |
Fuel System
| Minimum recommended octane | 87 |
| Fuel tank capacity | 14.3 gal |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.1 in |
| Third-row legroom | 38.8 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $24,790 |
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 bar |
| Rear suspension type | Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA) |
Tires
| Tire size | P215/55 R17 |
Transmission
| Final drive ratio | 5.715:1 |
| Transmission type | Intelligent Variable Transmission (i-IVT) |
Weights
| Curb weight (maximum) | 2987 lbs |
| Curb weight (minimum) | 2987 lbs |
| Gross vehicle weight rating | 4023 lbs |
Wheels
| Wheel diameter | 17 in |
| Wheel material | forged alloy |
| Wheel width | 6.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety32 std · 0 opt
- Cruise control with steering-wheel-mounted controls
- Forward Collision Avoidance with Pedestrian Detection (FCA-Cyc, PED)
- 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)
- Rear View Monitor
- 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 and rear disc brakes
- Front seat-belt and anchor pretensioners
- Front seat-belt buckle sensor
- Front seat-belt reminder
- Hand brake
- Height-adjustable front seat-belt anchors
- High Beam Assist
- Hill-start Assist Control (HAC)
- Impact sensing auto door unlock
- Lane Change Assist (LCA)
- 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 · 1 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
- Audio Remote Control
- Bluetooth® wireless technology with voice recognition
- USB input
- Wireless charging
- Harman Kardon Premium Audio system with center speaker, subwoofer and amplifier optional
Convenience4 std · 0 opt
- Smart Key with push button start, panic alarm and trunk opener
- 12V power outlet (x1) in the cargo area
- Power door locks
- Power windows with driver's one-touch auto-down
Climate3 std · 0 opt
- Dual Automatic temperature control
- External Control Compressor
- Rear heat ventilation duct
Seating6 std · 2 opt
- 8-way power driver's seat including 2-way power lumbar support
- Heated front seats
- 60/40 split-folding rear seat
- Front-seat adjustable headrests (up/down/sliding)
- Woven and knit cloth seat trim
- Cloth and artificial leather seat trim optional
- Rear-seat adjustable headrests (up/down) optional
- Rear center armrest with cup holders
Interior23 std · 1 opt
- Cargo lamp
- Center console armrest and storage
- Deluxe upper door trim
- Digital clock
- Door scuff plates
- Front and rear door bottle holder
- Front console cup holders
- Front passenger seat back pocket
- Full digital meter cluster
- Illuminated glove box
- LED side room lamp
- Leather-wrapped steering wheel/gearshift knob
- Matte silver inside door handles
- Outside temperature display
- Standard center door trim
- Tachometer
- Speaker lights (front door speakers and bottle holder) optional
- Day/night interior rear-view mirror
- Illuminated sunvisor
- Tilt and telescopic steering column
- LED overhead room lamp
- Overhead console with sunglass holder
- Sunvisor with sliding function, vanity mirrors and cover
- Trip computer
Exterior26 std · 2 opt
- Sunroof with power sunshade
- 17-inch Alloy wheels
- Black belt-line
- Black exterior side sills
- Body-color exterior door handles
- Body-color outside mirrors
- Body-color wheel arch and door waistline
- Front/Rear body-color bumper (grained type)
- Full engine cover
- Gloss black with chrome accent front radiator grille
- Gloss-black A-pillar accents
- Heated outside mirrors
- High Mounted Stop Lamp
- Hood Gas Lift
- Hood Insulator
- 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)
- Solar glass (windshield, front door windows)
- Variable intermittent windshield wipers
- 18-inch Alloy wheels optional
- Auto light control
- Temporary spare tire
- Front and Rear Mud Guard optional
Powertrain4 std · 0 opt
- 2.0L I-4, Multi-Port Injection (MPI) engine
- Idle Stop and Go (ISG)
- Intelligent Variable Transmission (i-IVT)
- Motor Driven Power Steering (MDPS)
Chassis3 std · 1 opt
- Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA)
- Gas Shock Absorber
- McPherson strut and stabilizer bar
- RS Shock Absorber optional
Cargo3 std · 0 opt
- Cargo cover
- Cargo net hooks
- Dual level cargo board
Ranked by what shoppers ask about first; standard equipment before options.
Transcribed from the manufacturer's official press kit for the 2025 Soul. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the EX
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2025 Kia Soul EX?
The manufacturer lists $24,790 for the 2025 Kia Soul EX. That is $4,300 above the LX, the cheapest trim of the same model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.
What does the 2025 Kia Soul EX add over the LX?
Against the LX, 25 features become standard that the LX does not and 9 published specifications differ. Both lists are on this page, taken from the manufacturer's own press material.