All 2012 Kia Soul Experts' Reviews
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Base MSRP
Brand new
$ 16,695 - 25,495
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Review details
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2012 Kia Soul 1.6L
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By lelliott
Wednesday, October 05, 2011
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Complete Rating |
| Styling (80%) |
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| Accessories (76%) |
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| Space and Access (74%) |
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| Comfort (75%) |
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| Performance (72%) |
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| Driving Dynamics (72%) |
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| Safety (80%) |
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| General Appreciation (80%) |
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| Styling |
| Exterior (90%) |
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| Interior (70%) |
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| Exterior fit and finish (80%) |
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| Interior Fit and Finish (80%) |
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| Accessories |
| Convenience and equipment (90%) |
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| Instrumentation and controls (80%) |
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| General ergonomics (70%) |
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| Heating / ventilation / air conditioning (70%) |
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| Sound system (70%) |
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| Space and Access |
| Front space and access (80%) |
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| Rear space and access (80%) |
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| Cargo space and access (70%) |
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| Storage capacity (70%) |
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| Access to mechanical components (70%) |
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| Comfort |
| Seats (70%) |
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| Driving position (80%) |
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| Suspension and ride (70%) |
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| Noise level (80%) |
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| Performance |
| Acceleration (70%) |
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| Engine output (70%) |
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| Transmission (70%) |
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| Fuel consumption (80%) |
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| Driving Dynamics |
| Steering (70%) |
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| Handling (70%) |
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| Braking (70%) |
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| Manoeuvrability (80%) |
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| Safety |
| Traction and stability control (70%) |
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| Mirrors (80%) |
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| Visibility (90%) |
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| General safety (80%) |
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| General Appreciation |
| General Appreciation (80%) |
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- If tall, front seat doesn't go low enough.
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- Unique exterior styling, not for everyone.
- Improved fuel economy.
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- Improved ride.
- 2 good engines and transmissions to choose from.
- Sit up high, great outward visibility.
- Very easy to get in and out of.
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