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Kia Soul Specs, Engines & Dimensions (2008–2011) — First Generation

The first-generation Kia Soul combines a distinctive, upright shape with five-door hatchback practicality. If you’re choosing one, consider how the engine and gearbox suit your journeys, then compare the equipment fitted to each car.

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Kia Soul Engines and Transmissions

Kia Soul engine choices include gasoline versions such as the manual 1.6 MT and 2.0 MT, alongside the automatic 2.0 AT. These examples all use front-wheel drive. A manual gives you direct control over gear selection, while an automatic reduces the work of driving in stop-start traffic.

Hatchback 5-door — Kia Soul Engines and Transmissions

Hatchback 5-door Kia Soul Engines and Transmissions
ModificationEngine typeEngine capacityMaximum powerMaximum power, kwMaximum torque N⋅mTransmissionType of drive
1.6 MTDiesel1582 cm³116 hp85 kW260 N⋅mManualFWD
1.6 MTGasoline1591 cm³124 hp92 kW156 N⋅mManualFWD
2.0 ATGasoline1975 cm³142 hp104 kW184 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
2.0 MTGasoline1975 cm³142 hp104 kW184 N⋅mManualFWD
1.6 ATDiesel1582 cm³116 hp85 kW260 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
1.6 MTDiesel1582 cm³128 hp95 kW260 N⋅mManualFWD
1.6 ATDiesel1582 cm³128 hp95 kW260 N⋅mAutomaticFWD
1.6 ATGasoline1591 cm³124 hp92 kW156 N⋅mAutomaticFWD

Kia Soul Dimensions

Hatchback 5-door — Kia Soul Dimensions

Hatchback 5-door Kia Soul Dimensions
ModificationLengthWidthHeightWheelbaseCurb weightMax weightGround clearance, minimum
1.6 MT4105 mm1785 mm1610 mm2550 mm1254 kg1680 kg164 mm
1.6 MT4105 mm1785 mm1610 mm2550 mm1270 kg1680 kg164 mm
2.0 AT4105 mm1785 mm1610 mm2550 mm1285 kgNot provided165 mm
2.0 MT4105 mm1785 mm1610 mm2550 mm1270 kgNot provided165 mm
1.6 AT4105 mm1785 mm1610 mm2550 mmNot providedNot provided164 mm
1.6 MT4105 mm1785 mm1610 mm2550 mm1270 kg1680 kg164 mm
1.6 AT4105 mm1785 mm1610 mm2550 mm1270 kg1680 kg164 mm
1.6 AT4105 mm1785 mm1610 mm2550 mm1190 kg1700 kg164 mm

Kia Soul Cargo Space

Hatchback 5-door — Kia Soul Cargo Space

Hatchback 5-door Kia Soul Cargo Space
ModificationTrunk volume minTrunk volume max
1.6 MT222 l818 l
1.6 MT222 l818 l
2.0 AT222 l818 l
2.0 MT222 l818 l
1.6 AT222 l818 l
1.6 MT222 l818 l
1.6 AT222 l818 l
1.6 AT222 l818 l

Kia Soul Trims and Equipment

Kia Soul trim levels include Diva and LX equipment configurations for the 1.6 AT, which pairs a gasoline engine with an automatic transmission and front-wheel drive. When comparing these trims, check each car’s comfort, audio and convenience features so you can judge which equipment matters to you.

Kia Soul Trims and Equipment
ModificationBodyEquipment
1.6 MTHatchback 5-doorLuxe
1.6 MTHatchback 5-doorComfort
1.6 ATHatchback 5-doorLX
1.6 MTHatchback 5-doorLX
1.6 ATHatchback 5-doorLX
1.6 ATHatchback 5-doorDiva
1.6 ATHatchback 5-doorLX
1.6 ATHatchback 5-doorEX