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Prof Override, 08/28/2018
2012 Kia Soul ! 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
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True to what Kia intended and potrayed. A fun, affordable ground breaking mini-Ute. The others in the segment just flat out aren’t as good. I can think of no better band for you buck than a Soul.

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Excellent starter car!

NatS, 10/27/2024
2012 Kia Soul + 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
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Oh my god I can't say enough good things. I got a 2012 4u Soul as my first vehicle without doing much research and have since gotten quite into cars; needless to say I unwittingly made an EXCELLENT choice. The 2L engine is hearty and gives great power for such a light car, the hatchback has gotten me through multiple moves with bikes, furniture, etc. backup cam and bluetooth give me just enough technology without being overwhelming. Handles Canadian winters just fine. Front seats are spacious and comfy for my taller friends! Excellent gas consumption too! For the price, I couldn't ask for a better car (bonus points for the ridiculous light up speakers my model has).

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FUN TO DRIVE

John, 06/29/2022
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2012 Kia Soul ! 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
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Love our 2012 KIA SOUL. Mileage could be a bit better, but with the boxy shape that's to be expected.

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Well Balanced

Anthony, 09/30/2022
2012 Kia Soul 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 6M)
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For a cheap car its quite comfortable, It has held up on our rocky driveway quite well.But mechanical wise its a a diffrent story theres always something going on usally its something small like the knock sensor nothing ever major but theres usally something going on with it but its lasted 173.00 miles so far and still going its used as my daily and will continue to be used untill the tires fall off.

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Best car I’ve ever owned!

Older Than I Look, 03/21/2023
2012 Kia Soul ! 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
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My 2012 Kia Soul has 240,000 miles and I’ve never had a problem with it! For a compact vehicle it has great higher seating and enough room inside and fun to drive! I wasn’t crazy about its quirky looks initially but it grew on me! I love this car! I’ve had Ford, Chevy, Toyota, VW, Honda…this is the best car I’ve ever owned!

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