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2017 Kia Soul Trims Comparison

2017 Soul trim level differences

The 2017 Kia Soul is classified as a wagon, but really it's more like a compact crossover SUV. It is available in three trim levels: Base, Plus (+) and Exclaim (!). The base model comes with a 1.6-liter four-cylinder engine (130 horsepower, 118 pound-feet of torque) that is paired with a six-speed manual transmission. A six-speed automatic is optional, and both drive the front wheels only. The Plus receives a 2.0-liter engine (161 hp, 150 lb-ft) and is available only with the automatic transmission. The Exclaim gets a new 1.6-liter turbocharged engine (201 hp, 195 lb-ft) along with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission.

Standard feature highlights for the base Kia Soul include 16-inch alloy wheels, cloth upholstery, a tilt-and-telescoping steering wheel, 60/40-split folding rear seats, Bluetooth, and a six-speaker audio system with USB input and satellite radio.

Stepping up to the Plus trim adds 17-inch wheels, automatic headlights, heated mirrors, foglights, remote keyless entry, selectable drive modes, cruise control, automatic climate control, center armrests for front and back seats, a 5-inch touchscreen and a rearview camera. At the top of the range, the Exclaim includes 18-inch wheels, keyless entry and ignition, a leather-wrapped steering wheel and upholstery trim, and Apple CarPlay/Android Auto.

Some features are available on supporting trims as options. Other bundled add-ons include the Audio package for the Plus (a navigation system, an 8-inch display, a Harman Kardon audio system, speaker lights that change with the music, keyless entry and ignition, and two USB ports), the Primo package (panoramic sunroof, leather upholstery, a 10-way power driver seat, 8-way power front passenger seat, heated and ventilated front seats, heated rear outboard seats, a heated steering wheel, power-folding mirrors, blind-spot monitoring, a lane departure warning system and forward collision warning). The Exclaim is eligible for the Technology package that includes most of the above options along with xenon headlights.

Which 2017 Soul trim does Edmunds recommend?

We don't often recommend the range-topping trim, but in the case of the Kia Soul Exclaim (!), it's justified. It's the only model with the peppier turbo engine, and the price increase over the midrange model isn't outrageous. In addition to the increased performance, you also get a nicer cabin and more tech features to wow your passengers.

Compare 2017 Soul trims side-by-side

Comparing average pricing near
Salem, NH
Vehicle
Soul Base
Soul +
Soul !
Vehicle
Base
1.6L 4cyl 6M
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+
2.0L 4cyl 6A
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!
1.6L 4cyl Turbo 7AM
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Features

Features

Features

Bluetooth
standard
standard
standard
Navigation
Not Available
optional
optional
Satellite radio
standard
standard
standard
Keyless Ignition
Not Available
optional
standard
Cruise control
Not Available
standard
standard
Adaptive cruise control
Not available
Not available
Not available
Parking assistance
Not available
Not available
Not available
Upholstery
cloth
cloth
leather/cloth
Heated seats
Not Available
optional
optional
Cooled/Ventilated seats
Not Available
optional
Not Available
Folding rear seats
standard
standard
standard
Sunroof
Not Available
optional
Not Available
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Specifications

Specifications

Specifications

Country of final assembly
South Korea
South Korea
South Korea
Drivetrain
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
front wheel drive
Engine power
130 hp @ 6,300 rpm
161 hp @ 6,200 rpm
201 hp @ 6,000 rpm
Engine torque
118 lb-ft @ 4,850 rpm
150 lb-ft @ 4,700 rpm
195 lb-ft @ 4,500 rpm
Engine displacement
1.6 l
2.0 l
1.6 l
Engine configuration
inline 4
inline 4
inline 4
Transmission
6-speed manual
6-speed shiftable automatic
7-speed automated manual
Tire size
205/60R16
215/55R17
235/45R18
Wheel size
16 X 6.5-in
17 X 6.5-in
18 X 7.5-in
Wheel type
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
alloy wheels
Run flat tires
Not available
Not available
Not available
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Fuel economy

Fuel economy

Fuel economy

City/Hwy/Combined MPG
24 / 30 / 27 MPG
25 / 30 / 27 MPG
26 / 31 / 28 MPG
City/Hwy/Combined MPGe
Not applicable
Not applicable
Not applicable
Fuel Capacity
14.2 gal.
14.2 gal.
14.2 gal.
Driving Range (city/hwy)
341 / 426 miles
355 / 426 miles
369 / 440 miles
Fuel Type
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
regular unleaded
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Dimensions

Dimensions

Dimensions

Turning circle
34.8 ft.
34.8 ft.
34.8 ft.
Curb weight
2,884 lb.
3,163 lb.
3,232 lb.
Ground Clearance
5.9 in.
5.9 in.
5.9 in.
Overall Width with Mirrors
Overall Width without Mirrors
70.9 in.
70.9 in.
70.9 in.
Height
63.5 in.
63.5 in.
63.5 in.
Length
163.0 in.
163.0 in.
163.0 in.
Wheelbase
101.2 in.
101.2 in.
101.2 in.
Seating Capacity
Cargo Space
18.8 cu. ft.
18.8 cu. ft.
18.8 cu. ft.
Cargo Space, Rear Seat Down or Removed
49.5 cu. ft.
49.5 cu. ft.
49.5 cu. ft.
Front Head Room
39.6 in.
39.6 in.
39.6 in.
Front Leg Room
40.9 in.
40.9 in.
40.9 in.
Front Shoulder Room
55.5 in.
55.5 in.
55.5 in.
Rear Head Room
39.5 in.
39.5 in.
39.5 in.
Rear Leg Room
39.1 in.
39.1 in.
39.1 in.
Rear Shoulder Room
54.7 in.
54.7 in.
54.7 in.
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5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

5-Year Ownership Costs

True Cost to Own®
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Average Cost Per Mile
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Depreciation
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Financing
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Taxes & Fees
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Fuel
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Insurance
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Maintenance
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Repairs
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Colors

Colors

Colors

Interior
Black, cloth
Gray Two-Tone, leather
Gray Two-Tone, cloth
Black, cloth
Black, leather
Exterior
Alien 2
Shadow Black
Clear White
Bright Silver
Shadow Black
Clear White
Bright Silver
Alien 2
Titanium Gray
Mysterious Blue
Inferno Red
White w/Red Roof
Inferno Red w/Black Roof
Caribbean Blue
Shadow Black
Clear White
Bright Silver
Titanium Gray
Inferno Red