Used 2013 Kia Soul Wagon Consumer Reviews

Noisy

If you haven't bought one of these yet when on your test drive make sure you take it out on the interstate then roll the back windows down about halfway. The noise and vibration you will have is un bearable. You can't even talk to anyone not even the passenger. In addition roll down the drivers window about two inches while the back windows are down. It will shake so violently you will think it will shatter. I have spoken to many KIA dealers and they say this is a definite design flaw on several of their vehicles and cannot be resolved. They have contacted KIA engineering and they suggest keeping the windows rolled up at high speeds. Yeah right. Had I know this I would have NEVER bought one

Great value and features

Easy to buy, easy to operate.

Be aware there are several models of the KIA Soul. Mine is a Base, which means I didn't pay for extra electronic frills. Update: At 72,000 I still recommend the vehicle to anyone needing cheap, reliable transportation and the ability to easily haul small loads. There have been the usual minor repairs, e.g. the windshield water pump system. This winter the battery drained quickly. Word of mouth amongst the mechanics was that as the KIAs aged, the system that powered the door locks was devouring the battery power. ?! Solution? New battery and do not engage the powered door locks from the key fob. Problem solved because local KIA dealership works well with independent mechanic shops!

great little but spacious fun to drive

make sure you get spare tire and jack

It loves gas stations

Believe me, if you decide on the 2.0 engine...think again unless you love putting out money for gas. When I fill the tank, it shows only a range of 250 miles. Iam constantly filling it up. Terrible terrible gas mileage. I love the car but I sure will be trading it in before too long due to the gas mileage Three years later Im on my second car after I got rid of the Soul. Nuff said In this new review 4/2018, I do have to say I miss the whole Soul stature. We have had 3 cars since being as my wife and I share leases, and I will just check on the latest Soul in spring of 2019 when my current Honda lease is up