These are standard specifications for the 2013 Kia Soul, not necessarily specifications for the vehicle(s) in the photo(s).
Transmission:
6 Manual , 6 Automatic
Information provided by NHTSA
Data updated June 2024
For additional safety information and testing procedures, please visit the NHTSA website.
Features
Engine Location : | Front |
Drive Type : | Front Wheel |
Production Years for Series : | 2008 - 2013 |
Weight : | 2615 lbs | 1186.144 kg |
MPG City : | 27 |
MPG Highway : | 35 |
Engine & Transmission
Inline 4 | |
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Displacement : | 1591 cc | 97.1 cu in. | 1.6 L. |
Power : | 138 HP (101.568 KW) @ 6300 RPM |
Torque : | 123 Ft-Lbs (167 NM) @ 4850 RPM |
Compression : | 11.0:1 |
Valvetrain : | 16 DOHC (4 valves per cylinder) |
Construction : | Aluminum block and head |
Direct Fuel Injection |
Inline 4 | |
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Displacement : | 1999 cc | 122.0 cu in. | 2.0 L. |
Power : | 164 HP (120.704 KW) @ 6500 RPM |
Torque : | 148 Ft-Lbs (201 NM) @ 4800 RPM |
Compression : | 10.3:1 |
Construction : | Aluminum block and head |
Multi Point Fuel Injection |
6 Manual , 6 Automatic
Handling
Safety
NHTSA Crash-Test Results | |
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2013 Kia Soul SUV FWD | |
Frontal driver : | |
Frontal passenger : | |
Side driver : | |
Side rear passenger : | |
Rollover 2 Wheel Drive : | Risk of Rollover 15.1% |
Recall
Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE |
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Manufacturer | Kia America, Inc. |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 23V652000 |
Summary | Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving. |
Consequence | An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. |
Remedy | Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Interim notification letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 14, 2023. The first owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2024. Kia will continue a phased mailing as the remedy becomes available for different makes and model vehicles. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284. |
Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
Component | STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS |
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Manufacturer | Kia Motors America |
Mfr Report Date | 20090108 |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 14V822000 |
Summary | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Kia Soul vehicles manufactured January 8, 2009, to October 2, 2013, equipped with a sun roof. A headliner plate may detach during deployment of the curtain air bag. |
Consequence | A detached headliner plate may increase the risk of injury to the occupant during a vehicle crash. |
Remedy | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will install industrial adhesive strips to secure the headliner plates, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 2, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC112. |
Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Component | ENGINE |
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Manufacturer | Kia Motors America |
Mfr Report Date | 20110708 |
NHTSA Campaign ID | 19V120000 |
Summary | Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2016 Kia Soul vehicles equipped with 1.6L Gasoline Direct Injection (GDI) engines. High exhaust gas temperatures may damage the catalytic converter, possibly resulting in abnormal engine combustion and damage to one or more of the engine's pistons and possible piston connecting rod failure. |
Consequence | Piston damage may result in an engine stall, increasing the risk of a crash. A broken connecting rod may puncture the engine block allowing engine oil to escape. The leaking oil may contact the exhaust, increasing the risk of a fire. |
Remedy | Kia will notify owners, and dealers will upgrade the Catalytic Overheating Protection Engine Control Unit logic to prevent overheating of the catalytic converter. In addition, the catalytic converter will also be replaced if it has been damaged. Depending on the extent of any damage, the engine may also be replaced, free of charge. The recall began April 17, 2019. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC176. |
Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
Data updated June 2024
2013 Averages
Avg. Home : | $289,500 |
Avg. Gallon of Gas : | $3.44 |
Total Car Production : | 11,066,432 |
Popular frequently asked questions include:
What are the dimension and mechanical specifications of the 2013 Kia Soul?
Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2013 Kia Soul? A: The 2013 Kia Soul has a wheelbase size of 100.40 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2013 Kia Soul? A: The 2013 Kia Soul has a length of 162.20 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2013 Kia Soul? A: The 2013 Kia Soul has a width of 70.30 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2013 Kia Soul have?A: The 2013 Kia Soul has 40.20 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2013 Kia Soul have?A: The 2013 Kia Soul has legroom of 42.10 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2013 Kia Soul? A: The 2013 Kia Soul was a SUV.Q: What engines did the 2013 Kia Soul have? A: The 2013 Kia Soul had the following engine options: Inline 4 (1591 cc | 97.1 cu in. | 1.6 L.) with 138 HP (101.568 KW) @ 6300 RPM and 123 Ft-Lbs (167 NM) @ 4850 RPM Inline 4 (1999 cc | 122.0 cu in. | 2.0 L.) with 164 HP (120.704 KW) @ 6500 RPM and 148 Ft-Lbs (201 NM) @ 4800 RPM Q: What transmissions did the 2013 Kia Soul have? A: The 2013 Kia Soul had the following gearbox options: 6 speed Manual, 6 speed Automatic.
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Q: What is the wheelbase size of the 2013 Kia Soul? A: The 2013 Kia Soul has a wheelbase size of 100.40 inches.Q: What is the length of the 2013 Kia Soul? A: The 2013 Kia Soul has a length of 162.20 inches.Q: What is the width of the 2013 Kia Soul? A: The 2013 Kia Soul has a width of 70.30 inches.Q: How much headroom does the 2013 Kia Soul have?A: The 2013 Kia Soul has 40.20 inches of headroom.Q: How much legroom does the 2013 Kia Soul have?A: The 2013 Kia Soul has legroom of 42.10 inches.Q: What is the bodystyle of the 2013 Kia Soul? A: The 2013 Kia Soul was a SUV.Q: What engines did the 2013 Kia Soul have? A: The 2013 Kia Soul had the following engine options: Inline 4 (1591 cc | 97.1 cu in. | 1.6 L.) with 138 HP (101.568 KW) @ 6300 RPM and 123 Ft-Lbs (167 NM) @ 4850 RPMSimilarly Sized Vehicles
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