2025 Kia Soul
LX FWD
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) | 27 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 |
| Third-row headroom | 39.5 in |
Legroom
| Front legroom | 41.1 in |
| Third-row legroom | 38.8 in |
Pricing
| Base MSRP (excludes destination) | $20,490 |
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 | 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 | steel |
| Wheel width | 6.5 in |
Standard & optional equipment
Source: manufacturer press kitSafety29 std · 3 opt
- Cruise control with steering-wheel-mounted controls
- Forward Collision Avoidance with Pedestrian Detection (FCA-Cyc, PED)
- Rear Cross-Traffic Collision Avoidance Assist (RCCA) optional
- 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)
- 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
- Lower Anchors and Tethers for Children (LATCH)
- Rear Occupant Alert (ROA)
- Rollover sensor
- Speed sensing automatic door lock system
- Vehicle Stability Management (VSM)
- Blind Spot Collision Avoidance (BCA) optional
- Lane Change Assist (LCA) optional
- Immobilizer
- Tire-Pressure Monitoring System (TPMS) High-line
Infotainment6 std · 0 opt
- 6 speakers
- 8 in. color touchscreen audio display unit with AM/FM/MP3, Android Auto/Apple CarPlay and HD Radio (DA 2.0)
- Android Auto and Apple CarPlay smartphone integration
- Audio Remote Control
- Bluetooth® wireless technology without voice recognition
- USB input
Convenience5 std · 0 opt
- 12V power outlet (x2) in center fascia
- Folding key with panic alarm and trunk opener
- Power door locks
- Power windows with driver's one-touch auto-down
- Remote keyless entry
Climate3 std · 0 opt
- Air conditioning
- External Control Compressor
- Rear heat ventilation duct
Seating5 std · 0 opt
- 6-way adjustable driver's seat
- 60/40 split-folding rear seat
- Front-seat adjustable headrests (up/down/sliding)
- Height adjustable driver's seat
- Woven and knit cloth seat trim
Interior22 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
- Illuminated ignition cylinder ring
- Matte silver inside door handles
- Outside temperature display
- Overhead room lamp
- Polyurethane steering wheel/gearshift knob
- Standard center door trim
- Tachometer
- Day/night interior rear-view mirror
- Tilt and telescopic steering column
- Overhead console with sunglass holder
- Sunvisor with sliding function, vanity mirrors and cover
- Trip computer
Exterior24 std · 2 opt
- 16-inch Steel wheels with full wheel covers
- Black and silver front radiator grille
- 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 A-pillar accents
- 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
- 16-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 · 0 opt
- Coupled Torsion Beam Axle (CTBA)
- Gas Shock Absorber
- 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 2025 Soul. Confirm with the window sticker for a specific unit.
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Common questions about the LX
Source: EPA, NHTSA and manufacturer press kitsHow much is the 2025 Kia Soul LX?
The manufacturer lists $20,490 for the 2025 Kia Soul LX. It is the cheapest trim of this model year. MSRP excludes destination, options, taxes and dealer charges.