The first-generation Kia Soul 1.6 MT in Luxe trim is a boxy compact hatchback, and its listed equipment rewards a closer look at how each convenience actually operates.
1 generation · Hatchback 5-door
Generation photo. Individual trim appearance may differ.
The highest speed a vehicle can sustain under manufacturer test conditions. Some cars are electronically limited below their mechanical potential. Glossary entry
182 km/h
Engine type
Diesel
Transmission
Manual
Type of boost?
A turbocharger or supercharger compresses the air entering the engine so a smaller engine can produce more power. Naturally aspirated engines draw air without a compressor. Glossary entry
Turbo
Type of drive?
Which wheels receive power: front-wheel drive, rear-wheel drive or all-wheel drive. All-wheel drive can send power to every wheel for extra traction. Glossary entry
FWD
Bore and stroke?
The diameter of a cylinder (bore) and the distance the piston travels inside it (stroke). Together they determine the displacement of the engine. Glossary entry
77.2 × 84.5 mm
Engine capacity?
The total volume swept by all pistons inside the cylinders, usually stated in cubic centimetres or litres. Larger displacement often means more power but higher consumption. Glossary entry
1582 cm³
Engine location
Front, transverse
Number of gears?
How many fixed forward ratios a gearbox offers. More gears can improve economy and refinement; continuously variable transmissions have no fixed steps. Glossary entry
5
Maximum power?
A unit of engine or motor output. One metric horsepower is about 0.735 kilowatts. Peak power is normally reached at high engine speed. Glossary entry
116 hp
Maximum power, kw?
A unit of engine or motor output. One metric horsepower is about 0.735 kilowatts. Peak power is normally reached at high engine speed. Glossary entry
85 kW
Compression ratio?
The ratio between the largest and smallest volume of a cylinder as the piston moves. Higher ratios improve efficiency but may require higher-octane fuel. Glossary entry
17.3
Maximum power rpm
4000 rpm
Maximum torque N⋅m
260 N⋅m
Maximum torque rpm
1500 – 2750 rpm
Acceleration to 100?
The time a vehicle needs to reach 100 km/h from a standstill, a common shorthand for overall performance. Glossary entry
11.3 s
Engine power system
Not provided
Number of cylinders
4
Valves per cylinder?
The number of intake and exhaust valves in each cylinder. Four valves per cylinder is common and helps the engine breathe at higher speeds. Glossary entry
4
Cylinder arrangement
Inline
Maximum power ICE
Not provided
Maximum power ICE
Not provided
Energy & emissions
ECO class
Not provided
Battery power
Not provided
Fuel grade
Diesel
Mild Hybrid?
A car with a small electric motor and battery that assist the combustion engine and recover braking energy but cannot drive on electricity alone. Glossary entry
Not provided
Battery type
Not provided
CO2 emissions?
The amount of carbon dioxide released per kilometre under a standardised test. Lower figures usually go hand in hand with lower fuel consumption. Glossary entry
Not provided
Full charge home
Not provided
Power consumption
Not provided
Fuel tank capacity
48 l
Full public charging time
Not provided
Driving range, maximum?
The distance an electric or plug-in vehicle can travel on a full charge under a stated test cycle. Temperature, speed and load change the real result. Glossary entry
Not provided
Driving range, minimum?
The distance an electric or plug-in vehicle can travel on a full charge under a stated test cycle. Temperature, speed and load change the real result. Glossary entry
Not provided
Fuel consumption city
6.3 l
Average consumption
5.2 l
Fuel consumption highway
4.6 l
Dimensions & body
Doors number
5
Number of seats
5
Width
1785 mm
Height
1610 mm
Length
4105 mm
Body type
Hatchback 5-door
Wheelbase?
The distance between the centres of the front and rear wheels. A longer wheelbase usually gives more cabin space and a calmer ride; a shorter one helps agility and parking. Glossary entry
2550 mm
U-turn diameter
Not provided
Depth of the ford to be crossed
Not provided
Body style
Hatchback
Rear track width?
The distance between the centres of the two wheels on the same axle. A wider track generally improves stability in corners. Glossary entry
1575 mm
Trunk volume max
818 l
Trunk volume min
222 l
Front track width?
The distance between the centres of the two wheels on the same axle. A wider track generally improves stability in corners. Glossary entry
1570 mm
Max weight
1680 kg
Curb weight?
The weight of the vehicle with all standard equipment and fluids but without passengers or cargo. Glossary entry
1254 kg
Ground clearance, maximum?
The gap between the lowest point of the underbody and the road. More clearance helps on rough roads and steep driveway ramps. Glossary entry
Not provided
Ground clearance, minimum?
The gap between the lowest point of the underbody and the road. More clearance helps on rough roads and steep driveway ramps. Glossary entry
164 mm
Identity & configuration
Body code
AM
Vehicle class
J
Body designation
AM
Right-hand drive
No
Additional specifications
Stop
2011-09-30
Start
2008-11-01
Wheel size
Not provided
Rear brakes
Disc
Front brakes
Ventilated disc
Rear suspension
Semi-independent, springorts hélicoïdaux, sem
Front suspension
Independent, spring
Trim equipment
Dimensions & body
Number of seats
5
Additional specifications
Driver Assistance Systems
Anti-lock braking system (ABS), Electronic stability program (ESP)
Stop
2011-09-30
View
Fog lamp
Start
2008-11-01
Airbags
Driver's airbag, Passenger airbag, Side front airbags
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Comfort and Convenience
Power mirrors are aimed with a switch on the door panel: the driver first selects left or right, then nudges the toggle until the glass frames the lane edge. Each side is set separately, every time.
Safety and Driver Assistance
The driver's airbag responds only to a sufficiently severe frontal impact, where sensors detect rapid deceleration. In a side or low-speed knock it stays folded, because the seat belt alone handles those forces better.
Multimedia and Connectivity
An audio system listed as equipment confirms that speakers and a head unit are fitted, but it says nothing about which inputs exist, so the phone connection method still needs checking.
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