Crash Test Rating
Source   NHTSA
MPG (up to)
24 -26 City / 30 -31 HWY
Horsepower
122 -142
Seats
5
Front passenger 3/4 w/ wheels turned.

Positive Owner Reviews

accountCircle jennifer n
It has really good mileage. Is very roomy. Lastly, it is cute.
It holds up to the gas-saving standard. It was affordable.
accountCircle Laura R
I love that has eco mode that optimizing gas consumption.
I love this car! It is a great car for both city driving and long interstate trips. The only issue I have had is the back seat is just a little small. I wish it was easier to fit three kids across the back. And slightly more cargo room would be nice too!
accountCircle Mia B
My Kia soul! It cool just like me.
I really love my Kia soul. It is roomy and stylish. The entire family fits perfectly and I feel pretty sweet driving this car. My vehicle is manual and I like the horsepower for me it is enough. If you are interested in purchasing a vehicle definitely get a Kia. It is worth the investment.
accountCircle Theresa M
Economical lots of legroom.
Great gas mileage plenty of space fun to drive stylish great stereo system sunroof blinking speakers.
accountCircle Rachel H
The gas mileage is great and makes it super beneficial to take on road trips.
It gets great gas mileage! Super comfortable on road trips! The Bluetooth does not work very well though, but base is good in the car. Also haven't had too many problems with my car but it is slowly starting to have more issues the older it gets. But still overall a good car.
accountCircle Lee L
Kia soul is great for moms!
The Kia soul is a wonderful economic family car. There's good room for shuttling my children to school and around town. Plus, the gas mileage is budget friendly. The Kia soul has an inspired youthful design that is attractive, too. I have had my vehicle for several years and I am still pleased with my investment.
accountCircle Ang S
It's reliable. Good on gas. Environment friendly.
I love the color and the features. Sometimes I don't like the way it feels driving and the fact that it is not an all wheel drive
accountCircle Jen P
Everything is great... Except the trunk.
If you're looking for a car that's good on gas mileage, that stylish, and that drives with ease then if you're looking for a car that's good on gas mileage, that stylish, and that drives with ease then this is the car for you. But if you're looking for a car with lots of space then go elsewhere. My biggest problem with the soul is the lack of space in the trunk.

Negative Owner Reviews

accountCircle Stayjay J
If you want cheap, buy Kia, but if you want a vehicle that lasts do not buy Kia.
Terrible gas mileage, brakes wear out fast, slow, no auto start, windows not electric, everything is manual, zero trade in value, no good lease options available, customer service is lousy and rude, insurance is too high, was not happy with this the moment I drove it off the lot.
accountCircle SCOTT P
Not the greatest car out there
The car yes 5 quarts of oil every one to weeks the suspension is terrible and it has very bad blind spots
accountCircle Daisy K
Not good for winter but good in warm weather!
I would not recommend this car is you live anywhere with snow. With as light of a car as it is it does get decent gas mileage in the warmer months but when it is rainy, icey or there is snow on the ground this car has little stability even with added weight in the trunk.
accountCircle John R
The seats are extremely comfortable and it has great legroom
It's a nice compact car it's a very smooth ride it has good storage room and can still fit 5 people
accountCircle SUE ELLEN D
It does not get what it said it would for gas mileage.
Does not get what it said for gas mileage. A lot of problems with the a/c. A lot of maintenance needed. I like the way the back seats fold down.
accountCircle Samuel S
Kia soul: reliable but ugly.
It is had good performance as far as being reliable for so many years. I have owned it used for 4 years and I have probably paid only $1200 in repairs. Only issues is it is not a very cool car to drive, even the inside is ugly. But they do have really good gas mileage!
accountCircle Erica R
Kia soul. Safe in other weather or just summer?
The main reason I do not enjoy my Kia is because the size of the car makes is very difficult to drive in any other weather aside from sunny. If the wind blows in the slightest way your car sways side to side it's just dangerous. Along with passing semi's you feel like you might blow over. It is reliable not many problems and it was bought brand new in 2010. It also slides like a sled in the snow even if you put weight in the back of the car. Overall just hard to drive in other season than summer.
accountCircle Serena C
Would not buy this car again.
This vehicle has had loads of problems. I have had to replace the engine and it is just generally unreliable. It does not seem to get very good gas mileage and is just cheaply made, feels like it is going to fall apart on me at any moment. There is a defect that causes the auxiliary port to not work properly, you can only get music through if you pull the cord at a certain angle. The Bluetooth feature also has problems. When I first purchased the car, it worked perfectly but after about 4 months the Bluetooth stopped working. It will connect but you cannot hear anything. You also cannot play music through the Bluetooth.

Kia Soul Models

Models also known as Trim Levels, are used to identify a vehicle's level of equipment or special features.

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122 HP 28 MPG 5 Seats
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142 HP 26 MPG 5 Seats
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142 HP 26 MPG 5 Seats
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142 HP 26 MPG 5 Seats
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2010 Kia Soul Owner Reviews

4.30
349 Reviews
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4 stars 33%
3 stars 14%
2 stars 2%
1 star 1%
accountCircle Jeff P on June 24, 2021
Kia soul: perks and issues.
Vehicles is comfortable and drives smoothly. Only one issue I have seen since I have had this vehicle it has terrible gas consumption. Other than that one issue it is performs and maneuver great in different situations. Body is very compact allowing it to feel like a big body vehicle but just small enough to give you that sports car or mini jeep feel when driving it. All around beside gas consumption I'll recommend the Kia soul to someone who’s looking for a nice drive friendly vehicle.
accountCircle Jennifer G on June 24, 2021
It is good on gas and durable for how long I have had it.
My car is too boxy and the tires are very small which makes for many problems because I live on a dirt road. The tire pressure monitor system is flaky and my tires do not last long for my vehicle the tire pressure is not located on my car either. The gas mileage is pretty good but it could be better than it is. It has no silent alarm system which kind of gives me anxiety.

Pros from Owners

likeFilled Rodney L.

I love the comfort, reliability, and height of the vehicle. The room in the hatchback is also great for moving large items. I also feel safe in traffic in case of a possible accident. In addition, it is easy to find parts for small repairs.

likeFilled Allyson S.

It has a lot of space for a SUV. The seats are very comfortable and it looks pretty good on the outside as well. Not a lot of problems with this SUV so far and it is a pretty color. I also like how the speakers have glowing options.

likeFilled Grace E.

It not only saves more gas, it is not too big of a car. The Kia Soul base model is also a popular chosen car in town. When taking in to service, I do not hear as many problems with it. It is a great car.

likeFilled Norma J.

It is a reliable car, fun to drive and good for around town and trips. It has plenty of room for driver, passengers and packages or suitcases. It is good on gas mileage and has plenty of get up and go for a 4 cylinder.

likeFilled Rebecca S.

It is super cute. It runs terrific and is reliable. It gets great gas mileage. It has a lot of storage room. I love the hatchback for loading groceries in the back. It has a roomy back seat for passengers.

likeFilled Gabby R.

This car is great on gas. Has really good mileage. When you have to replace a part, the part is not that expensive. Very spacious and comfortable. You can move a whole bedroom using this car. Once you put the seats down there's tons of room in the back.

Cons from Owners

dislikeFilled Rodney L.

The cons begin at slow to pull off and turning can be difficult when it is sharp. Hard to mount cell phone attachment and seat could go up a little more. In conclusion, the steering wheel could use a bit more options for adjustments.

dislikeFilled Allyson S.

Solenoid has to be fixed in it. I would like a newer vehicle that has a backup camera and touch screen for the SUV. The bright lights do not seem to work for some reason and my stereo does not work either.

dislikeFilled Grace E.

Parts can be expensive if mechanical issue. When it comes to family, not everyone will fit in; however, it does carry more than two people, so it works. It does not have too big of a fuel tank so I'd have to refuel more often.

dislikeFilled Norma J.

The only con I have come across is you feel a lot of the bumps on the road. Before this I had a Kia Sportage. In the Kia Sportage I didn't feel every little thing. I am sure this is due to the Kia soul being smaller and closer to the ground.

dislikeFilled Rebecca S.

There is absolutely positively for certain nothing I can think of that I do not like about my car at the present time and place. It is very reliable and gets good gas mileage so I like it as it is thank you.

dislikeFilled Gabby R.

The air conditioning system will stop working sometimes so you have to replace the whole thing when it does. Does not have the fastest take off, but not to bad. The lights will dim on the inside suddenly, which is very inconvenient.

Ranks #9 Compact SUV by Owners

The 2010 Kia Soul has an average owner rating of 4.33 out of 5 which ranks it #9 of 27 other Compact SUVs.

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Ranks #1 Compact SUV by Fuel Economy

The 2010 Kia Soul has a combined MPG of 31 which ranks it #1 of 27 other Compact SUVs.

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Is The 2010 Kia Soul A Good Car?

Yes. It a very reliable and smooth driving car. It fits at most 5 passengers so it has a good amount of room but it is small. However, this means you will not spend too much on gas. Depending on your... Read More
Bryeez C.
Yes, very good. It runs really well and the gas pedal is quick. It is very reliable and haven't had any problems over the years.
Maria S.
Yes, it has been a good reliable vehicle to me for the past 7 years. It runs well, gets good gas mileage and have had to do very little besides maintenance to it.
Rhea O.
Yes, I love everything about this vehicle. I have recommended this vehicle to many close friends. When it is time for a new vehicle I would buy another Kia soul.
Karen J.
Yes! No issues outside of regular maintenance. Hauled so much stuff, a ton of room. Rides great even comfortable on long trips.
Sam M.
Yes it is a very fuel efficient vehicle for a smaller car it holds a lot of packages if need be. . The Kia is a really good driving car.
Jessica P.
Yes it is a great vehicle, I would definitely recommend it. Plenty of room, good gas mileage and very dependable.
Elliot T.
Definitely. Never had any problems with it. Is roomy inside. Carries 5 people. I love the features.
JOANN F.

How Reliable Is The 2010 Kia Soul?

No the Kia sport is very reliable. Of course it will need regular maintenance but nothing outrageous has happened to my car. The car is very sturdy.
Bryeez C.
It is very reliable. I have very few problems with it over the years. The only problems I have had involved replacing the tires over time or the alternator.
Maria S.
It is reliable I have had no problems, besides the tail light bulbs go out frequently and have to be replaced.
Rhea O.
I have not had any problems with my Kia soul. It drives really good. It is a very dependable car. I have a few family members who also has a Kia and they haven't had any problems either.
Karen J.
No issues. Just did regular maintenance. Low profile tires are expensive, invest in a good set not from a dealer.
Sam M.
The only thing that I find a problematic is the gas tank release I would like if you could just shut manually instead of having to use release tab then go back to close.
Jessica P.
It is very reliable so far and currently I have not had any problems other than the normal issues as expected.
Elliot T.
It is very reliable. Never had any problems. Gives a smooth ride. Love the features. Radio sounds great.
JOANN F.

Is The 2010 Kia Soul A Good Value?

It is about $40,000. I think it is a good value for how much use you get out of the car. I think you pay for how reliable the car is so yes it is worth it.
Bryeez C.
Around $15,000 but payments are only $200 a month. It is almost paid off and it is a very reasonable value.
Maria S.
Well 7 years ago it costed $12000. I am not sure it would even be worth $700 now as it has almost 200,000 miles on it.
Rhea O.
Around 18,000. And yes I think this is a fair price. I am surprised it is not higher... It drives as good if not better than a BMW.
Karen J.
Paid about 17k new. Have driven it 10 years, over 100k miles with no major issues. Resale now is at a few thousand. Very reliable, lots of hauling room.
Sam M.
I honestly cannot remember the cost but is definitely a good value . My next car will be a Kia you cannot get a better value for the cost I believe it was voted as one of the top cars for safety.
Jessica P.
Like all Kia cars it is very reasonably priced mostly if you buy them new and I thinks it is a great value.
Elliot T.
Around 25000. It is a very good value. The next car I buy will be another Kia soul. It is great on gas. The perfect compact car.
JOANN F.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What's the 2010 Kia Soul power steering fluid type?

Answer: The 2010 Kia Soul power steering fluid type is Pentosin fully synthetic fluid. The power steering pump is driven by the belt drive system to pressurize fluid for power-assisted steering.Have You had that...

What's the 2010 Kia Soul fuel filter location?

Answer: The 2010 Kia Soul still had the fuel filter outside of the gas tank, if memory serves, so You'll be able to actually replace it. First, You're going to want to jack up Your Kia and secure it. Then, release the...

What's the 2010 Kia Soul crankshaft position sensor location?

Answer: The 2010 Kia Soul crankshaft position sensor location is found by watching: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fVMtKlW8bbI You will come across many issues with an engine. A spark plug may pop off, causing engine...

What are some of the 2010 Kia Soul power steering problems?

Answer: The 2010 Kia Soul power steering problems will mostly stem from low power steering fluid. If the fluid is low then the wheel will be very hard to turn. If there is a leak then You will need to replace the line,...

How do i reset the 2010 Kia Soul radio?

Answer: There are several methods to resetting the radio in a 2010 Kia Rio. First is using the tip of a ink pen, push it into the small hole below the "VOL" label, between the volume knob and Seek/Track button. Wait...

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Safety & Reliability

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