2021 Kia Soul Features & Specs
2021 Kia Soul Features, Pictures, Colors, Price, Interior, Configurations, Towing Capacity
As one of the best subcompact SUVs on the market, the 2021 Kia Soul is the perfect premium crossover SUV. In fact, U.S. News & World Report named the Soul Best Subcompact SUV for the Money in 2021. Behind its boxy design, the Kia Soul features an impressive interior, efficient powertrain, stellar safety features, and user-friendly infotainment options. Use this guide from Tom Kadlec Kia to learn why you should consider the 2021 Soul for your next vehicle.
Memorable Exterior and Numerous Trims
When you see a Kia Soul in pictures, you're likely to remember it due to its distinguishable boxy exterior. Now in its third generation, the 2021 models stay true to its original funky design that debuted in 2010. Kia did opt to modernize the front and back slightly, with its nose resembling other Kia vehicles. It features three headlight configurations, and most of its trims have different body designs.
The 2021 Kia Soul has six trim levels available, just like the 2020 models did, so you're bound to find one that fits your needs. For the 2021 model year, Kia renamed the top-of-the-line model to the Soul Turbo. Whether you're looking at the base LX trim for your daily commute or you want something with a little more power, such as the top-of-the-line Turbo trim, Kia has you covered.
The Kia Soul has an MSRP that starts at $17,590 with its base LX trim, while the S trim starts at $20,690. Opting for the GT-Line or X-Line bumps up the cost slightly to $21,790. The EX trim, which comes in at $23,350, includes all the features found on the S trim but adds an upgraded infotainment system. The range-topping Turbo trim has just about anything you could want in an SUV, with a turbocharged engine, synthetic leather upholstery, and additional safety features. The Kia Soul's MSRP for this trim is $27,650.
Impressive Engine Options and Stellar Towing Capacities
The 2021 Kia Soul gets its power from one of two impressive engines. The base 2.0-liter inline-four engine produces 147 horsepower and 132 pound-feet of torque. It comes paired with either a standard six-speed manual transmission or a continuously variable automatic transmission (CVT). Either transmission shifts smoothly, and the base engine gives you plenty of power for your daily driving.
For even more power, the potent 1.6-liter turbo-four engine found on the Turbo trim produces an impressive 201 horsepower and 195 pound-feet of torque. It's paired with a seven-speed dual-clutch automatic transmission that gives you quicker acceleration.
With the base engine and the manual transmission, the Soul should get an EPA-estimated 25 mpg in the city and 31 mpg on the highway. Selecting the optional CVT bumps those numbers up to 28 mpg in the city and 33 mpg on the highway. Models with the upgraded turbocharged engine achieve 27 mpg in the city and 32 mpg on the highway.
If you want to use your 2021 Kia Soul for towing, you'll be happy to know that this SUV can tow up to 2,000 pounds when properly outfitted with a towing hitch.
Abundant Safety Features and Driver Aids
For the 2021 model year, Kia added a standard rear-seat reminder to the Soul. This feature alerts you to check the rear seat for children or pets before you exit the vehicle. Moving up to the S trim gives you plenty of safety upgrades, some of which include automatic emergency braking, blind-spot monitoring, rear cross-traffic alert, and drowsiness monitoring. For all available safety features, select the Turbo trim, as it includes adaptive cruise control, pedestrian detection, and a head-up display.
Premium and Spacious Interior
With seating for five people, the 2021 Soul is comfortable and roomy. Adults riding in the rear have plenty of room, even during long road trips. The driver benefits from a high seating position, allowing for an excellent view of the road.
The base LX trim features cloth upholstery, a six-way manually adjustable driver's seat, and Kia's UVO infotainment system with a 7-inch touch-screen display. This system comes with Bluetooth capabilities as well as Apple CarPlay and Android Auto connectivity. Upper-level trims offer additional comforts such as a leather-wrapped steering wheel, heated front seats, a power-adjustable driver's seat, and dual-zone automatic climate control.
Don't let its boxy exterior fool you, as the Soul boasts loads of cargo room. Behind the rear seats, it has a little more than 24 cubic feet of space, while folding down these seats opens up the cargo space to 62 cubic feet. Its cargo floor rests slightly lower than the folded rear seats, but you can use the available dual-level cargo board to level it.
Exterior and Interior Colors
The 2021 Kia Soul has exterior colors that come in a range of shades, so you're bound to find one that fits your style. Keep in mind that some colors are only available with certain Kia Soul configurations. Your options are:
Cherry Black
Neptune Blue
Gravity Gray
Undercover Green
Mars Orange
Snow White Pearl
Inferno Red
Sparkling Silver
If you're interested in getting behind the wheel to experience all the 2021 Kia Soul has to offer, contact us at Tom Kadlec Kia. Reach out to one of our knowledgeable associates to schedule a test drive. Family-owned and operated since 1979, we strive to make our customers happy from the minute they walk into our showroom. Stop in today to see why customers from the Rochester area come to us for their Kia vehicles.
Disclaimer: The following available color options are not shown above:
- Exterior Dual color: Inferno Red with Cherry Black Roof
- Exterior Dual color: Clear White with Inferno Red Roof
- Exterior Dual color: Platinum Gold with Clear White Roof
- Exterior Dual color: Gravity Grey with Platinum Gold Roof
- Exterior Dual color: Cherry Black with Inferno Red Roof
- Interior Color: Black Tricot Cloth
- Interior Color: Gray Two-Tone Woven Cloth
- Interior Color: Designer collection black synthetic leather and cloth
Warranties include 10-year/100,000-mile powertrain and 5-year/60,000-mile basic. All warranties and roadside assistance are limited. See retailer for warranty details.