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2015 Kia Soul

The 2015 Kia Soul is a wagon, rated at 26 MPG combined by the EPA, with a 5-star NHTSA overall safety rating. NHTSA lists 4 recalls for this model year.

2015 Kia Soul
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Combined MPG
26
NHTSA safety
Starting price
$21,000
Recalls
4

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Full specifications

Identity

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
MakeKia
ModelSoul
Model year2015
Vehicle classWagon

Engine & drivetrain

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Displacement1.6 L
Cylinders4
TransmissionAutomatic (S6)
DrivetrainFront-Wheel Drive
FuelRegular Gasoline

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City MPG24
Highway MPG30
Combined MPG26
CO₂ tailpipe335 g/mi
EPA annual fuel cost$2400

Available configurations

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
Soul26 MPG combined
Soul26 MPG combined
Soul26 MPG combined
Soul ECO dynamics26 MPG combined
Soul Electric105 MPG combined

Fuel economy

SRC · EPA FuelEconomy
City24 MPG
Highway30 MPG
Combined26 MPG

Efficiency vs class average

Soul26 MPG
Class average40.8 MPG

About 36% below the class average.

Est. monthly payment
$370/mo
Amount financed
$18,900
Total interest
$3,288
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5-year fuel cost
$7,731

$1,546/yr · 12,000 mi/yr · $3.35/gal

Combined MPG26
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Cost to own

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Safety ratings & recalls

SRC · NHTSA vPIC
Overall
Frontal crash
Side crash
Rollover

Recalls (4)

  • ENGINE20V750000 · 2020-12-02

    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2012-2013 Sorento, 2012-2015 Forte and Forte Koup, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, 2014-2015 Soul, and 2012 Sportage vehicles. An engine compartment fire can occur while driving.

    Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the engine compartment for fuel and/or engine oil leaks, perform an engine test and make any repairs, including engine replacement, as necessary, free of charge. In addition, Kia dealers will update the Knock Sensor Detection System (KSDS) software, free of charge. The recall began January 27, 2021. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC200.

  • ENGINE19V120000 · 2019-02-22

    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.

    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.

  • STEERING17V608000 · 2017-09-29

    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2014-2016 Soul and Soul EV vehicles. The pinion plug may allow the pinion gear to separate from the steering gear assembly.

    Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and secure the pinion plug or replace the steering gear assembly, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began November 16, 2017. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC155. Note: This recall supersedes campaigns 14V-332 and 15V-736. Vehicles previously remedied under those numbers are being recalled again under this campaign.

  • VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL15V123000 · 2015-03-02

    Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Soul and Soul electric vehicles manufactured July 21, 2013, to January 8, 2015. A section of the accelerator pedal may bend and fracture.

    Remedy: Kia will notify owners, and dealers will add a supporting rubber underneath the pedal stopper, free of charge. The recall began on March 24, 2015. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC116.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the MPG of the 2015 Kia Soul?

The 2015 Kia Soul is EPA-rated at 26 MPG combined (24 city / 30 highway).

Is the 2015 Kia Soul reliable?

NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2015 Kia Soul. Recalls are repaired free of charge by the manufacturer — verify any open recalls by VIN before purchase.

How safe is the 2015 Kia Soul?

The 2015 Kia Soul earned a 5-star overall NHTSA safety rating, including 5 stars in the frontal crash test.

How much does it cost to fuel the 2015 Kia Soul?

At 12,000 miles per year, the 2015 Kia Soul costs roughly $1,546 per year to fuel, or about $7,731 over 5 years at current U.S. energy prices.

What type of vehicle is the 2015 Kia Soul?

The 2015 Kia Soul is classified as a wagon. Common rivals in this class are worth comparing on price, MPG, and safety.

Sources: NHTSA vPIC · EPA FuelEconomy · NHTSA vPIC