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2014 Kia Soul, my third Soul!
fhgardner, 11/18/2013
updated 05/19/2016
2014 Kia Soul 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
89 of 90 people found this review helpful
This is my third Soul, having owned 2011 and 2013 Exclaim models (just replaced the 2013 Exclaim model with a new 2016 Soul Plus, leather, power heated and ventilated seats, full glass roof, all the goodies, even heated rear seats!), and they keep getting better and better! Budgetary limitations forced me to purchase the '13 Base A/T in 2013. Have owned it for 30 months and 28,400 miles and it is a dream! No repair issues, just regular maintenance at my dealer. The redesign of the chassis/frame and the suspension system has resulted in a much quieter smoother riding car with a stiffness that is screaming "quality!". The 2016 Soul rides even better and is much quieter. Time has confirmed that my initial positive impressions of the '13 Soul were accurate, nearing the end of another pleasurable ownership period as the lease turn-in is this coming November. Time for another KIA, probably a Sportage this time!!!
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2014 kia soul exclaim with whole shabang package
Frank E, 11/13/2015
updated 09/24/2019
2014 Kia Soul ! 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
44 of 46 people found this review helpful
I purchased this vehicle on Halloween 2015. It was time to upgrade vehicles. Researched over dozen vehicles for months. Finally narrowed search to soul or scion xb. But fell in love with a white soul exclaim with whole shabang package. It was in perfect condition with 13,600 miles. Negotiated hard for 2 weeks. Finally got my price 16,998. It has been a dream to drive no negatives here at all. It's like driving a Korean Bentley lol. Only thing I warn you. If your buying a USED soul or any Kia. Make sure it's from a kia dealer and certified. Otherwise you lose the 10 yr 100,000 mile power train warranty. I bought mine from a mazda dealer. Hope to see you on the road! Update!!! Nearly 5 months of ownership. Still loving my soul !. No issues to report. Have 19119 miles now. Only minor issue is every time you start car up. Navigation always asks for permission needing 2 taps on screen to get you to use navigation or radio. Nothing serious, just little irritating lol. Still recommend this vehicle to those who want great value, space & comfort. Still Loving my Soul 23 months into it! Update, 53,100 on 9/22/18, still nothing negative to report. Update, 9/24/19 66,450 miles car is still operating like a champ. No major issues to mention. Just performing regular maintenance schedule.
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Amazing !
doug142, 04/27/2014
2014 Kia Soul 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 6M)
35 of 37 people found this review helpful
I was looking for a second car,to save miles on my 14 Scion Tc, I already had 11,000 miles in 6 mos. I saw a commercial for 2014 Souls for $10,900. from a local dealer. I ended up paying $11,300, because I did not qualify for the military discount. I did not even drive it ! The color is amazing, Latte Brown. I had owned one of the first 10 Soul sport models in 09, so I had an idea of what to expect. Boy was I in for a shock ! When I left the dealership I was speechless. The car was so quiet and it drove so nicely. The interior was so upscale, and the features shocked me. Nice stereo, Satellite radio, power heated mirrors, p.windows, p.locks,bluetooth streaming, adj. p.steering ,nice ride.
Trophy winner for a lemon
Melissavg, 10/27/2018
2014 Kia Soul ! 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
21 of 22 people found this review helpful
I would never recommend the 2014 kia soul. My car from day one which was bought brand new was always in the shop. Now the car is 4 years old and just reached a little over 100,000 miles (yes I was commuting for some time) and the car caught fire while I was driving. This year and model should be recalled. It's a danger to anyone who drives it. Also this car had 4 battery changes, the alternator changed at year 3, and I did take very good care of this vehicle. Save your money, sanity, and safety DO NOT buy this car.
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So many pluses!
SkinnyLinny, 05/25/2016
2014 Kia Soul 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 6M)
22 of 24 people found this review helpful
I had two Honda Elements, but as everyone knows, the Element is no longer made (huge mistake, Honda). Well the Kia Soul took the place of the Element. IT doesn't have the amount of room that the Element had, but it's better looking, better mileage, Quieter, handles better, turning radius is unreal, parking a breeze. The steering wheel is about the same size as our Lexus CT200H, fits like a glove. The doors open very wide and the visibility out the front window is great. Most vehicles have a small front window, not the Soul. Love the fact that I don't have to take the headrests off to have the rear seats fold. It's really nice having a 4 door hatchback (wagon). I bought the bare bones Soul with the 6 speed manual shift. It shifts very, very smooth. Clutch feels Great and the mileage is really great.
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Worst car ever
Amanda, 07/04/2019
2014 Kia Soul + 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
15 of 16 people found this review helpful
I bought my 2014 Kia Soul not even a year ago, and ever since I bought it, it’s been one problem after another, I had too replace the battery and alternator which is no big deal stuff goes out on cars, but then not too long after my headlights would turn on and off, then my car wouldn’t start quite often, then we thought okay let’s replace the starter so then we replace the starter and still the car doesn’t start and every time we would have too start it we have too put it in N, so then that’s something I adjusted too, but then not even a week ago, I was driving and my car stalled and my engine started knocking, and now I need a new engine with my engine blown. We checked I completely had enough oil, and my engine had gone out with only having 100,000 miles. This is the absolutely WORST car I’ve EVER had in my entire life, and I will NEVER buy a Kia ever again. Not too mention I got it from a certified Kia dealership.
Honest an real review
Andrea, 02/05/2019
2014 Kia Soul 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
9 of 9 people found this review helpful
I was excited to buy this car. It was advertised as being good on gas, safe, affordable, and had ample space (which I need for work). After 10000mi, the pick-up was already an issue and the brakes were mushy. By 30000mi, the internal tech chargers failed, noises under the hood, bubbles in the tire walls of multiple tires, and weird burning smells started. By 45000mi the engine light/tire pressure lights would go on, and the fuel gauge would drop to E even with a full tank, but the dealer "couldn't diagnose the issue". There followed a string of engine noises, vibrations, hesitation and lurching (on its own while driving), more brake problems (even after a repair), problems steering, heat blower completely dead, lights going out, high RPMS and idle (in any weather and for prolonged periods), going through gas extremely fast, just to name a few. I went to 2 dealerships who both said that they didn't know the problem and Kia would not let them investigate anything without a "code" being tripped. It is quite obvious I have several issues. I have not driven the freeway with this car in over 2 years and have to borrow a vehicle for longer trips due to the lack of confidence in this car. I have looked up and talked to many Kia owners concerning my experience, and my issues seem to be well known, yet there are not any recalls for the Soul. Customer service for this company is atrocious and I wish I had never bought this vehicle. I literally use it to go within a 20mi radius of my home. And as I previously stated, I have to borrow a car to go any further than that.
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doug142, 06/27/2014
2014 Kia Soul 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 6M)
22 of 25 people found this review helpful
It will be 3 months in 2 days, and 3400 miles. I just changed the oil at 3000. What a pleasure to drive ! I still cannot believe it is a base model. It has everything you need. I really enjoy the manual transmission. The mileage estimates are really off for the manual. I keep the RPM's low and get amazing mileage. If you need power down shift. The car is very comfortable and roomy. I feel very safe in this car, the handling is very responsive. I really enjoy the upright windows on the sides it makes it very roomy and airy feeling. Very easy getting in and out, and very comfortable for tall drivers. As long as you realize this is not a race car, you will be extremely happy with it.
Engine trouble steer clear
Sheena B, 04/20/2021
2014 Kia Soul + 4dr Wagon (2.0L 4cyl 6A)
7 of 7 people found this review helpful
Someone help me!!!😫😬 This is the third letter/warning/recall,etc we receive from Kia Motors. I have been fighting them for over a year now😡 How does one go about getting them to pay repairs when you get a letter stating they will but then they do not even after opening case after case with consumer affairs?!?! Kia has class action lawsuits and I am unable to find one for this area. They do not care about the consumers. Sterling Kia in Lafayette is a joke. If you own a kia and have engine issues reach out to me please. The car does everything described for recalls on the engines yet they find problems and we pay out of Pocket to fix but enough is enough. They need to own up to their faulty vehicles and engines....And if you thinking about dealing with Sterling and buying a car i advise you go elsewhere. I guess they want my car to catch on fire on the side of the road like the one I saw a month or so ago before they take action
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The All New Soul Is Perhaps the Best Deal out there
callgeo, 07/23/2014
2014 Kia Soul 4dr Wagon (1.6L 4cyl 6A)
11 of 12 people found this review helpful
Purchased in March, and now, with 7,000 current miles, checked MPG and it is over 31 with Mostly Safe Highway Mile Speeds around 60 MPH. The base with automatic price of 16,350 was low and this car has exceeded all expectations. Very quiet. Quiet engine. 3/4 the pricr of my 2014 Jeep Cherokee which is also nice but not as good a price. I am large and 6 feet tall. This car is roomy.
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