2023 Kia Soul
US · Wagon · Small Station Wagons
The 2023 Kia Soul is listed in the US market as a wagon with gasoline power. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- 2.0L 4-cylinder
- Power
- Not available
- Torque
- Not available
- Transmission
- Automatic
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Gasoline
- Seating
- Not available
Key Performance & Dimensions
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 2.0L 4-cylinder | |
| Displacement | 2.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Fuel type | Gasoline | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Not available from our sources: Aspiration, Power, Torque.
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Automatic | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Not available from our sources: Gears.
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 31 mpg (7.6 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 29 mpg (8.1 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 35 mpg (6.7 L/100 km) to 33 mpg (7.1 L/100 km) |
Not available from our sources: Electric range, Battery capacity.
Trims and configurations
2 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year. Last checked October 13, 2026.
25V099000: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Seltos and Soul vehicles. The piston oil rings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in engine damage.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Dealers will also install piston-ring noise sensing system (PNSS) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 4, 2025. Owners may…
Reported February 17, 2025. View on NHTSA
23V830000: AIR BAGS
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Soul and 2024 Seltos vehicles. Due to a manufacturing error, the side curtain air bags may deploy unexpectedly.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace both side curtain air bag modules as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 31, 2024. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this…
Reported December 22, 2023. View on NHTSA
23V531000: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:PUMP
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Soul, Sportage, and 2023-2024 Seltos vehicles. The electronic controller for the Idle Stop & Go oil pump assembly may contain damaged electrical components that can cause the pump to overheat.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will inspect and replace the electric oil pump controller, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to…
Reported July 31, 2023. View on NHTSA
23V298000: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2023 Sportage, Sportage Hybrid, Sportage Plug-in Hybrid, Niro Hybrid, Niro Plug-in Hybrid, Soul, and Telluride vehicles equipped with a digital instrument cluster containing a 4.2" LCD screen. The instrument cluster may fail to display any information when the vehicle is started. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of…
Remedy: Dealers will update the instrument cluster software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 26, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC270.
Reported April 26, 2023. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved October 11, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 11, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: October 11, 2026
Data verified: October 11, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2023 Kia Soul have?
2.0L 4-cylinder. Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2023 Kia Soul?
Combined fuel economy is 31 mpg (7.6 L/100 km) to 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
Is the 2023 Kia Soul front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2023 Kia Soul?
NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns for this model year (last checked October 13, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.