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Kia Soul Australia

Kia Soul Australia

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$15,840

The Kia Soul is a small SUV-like hatchback with a focus on design aesthetics.

The original 2005 design was said to be based on a ‘wild boar wearing a backpack’ to appeal to a younger audience.

For the first two generations, the design looked unlike most small SUVs and was most comparable to the Toyota Rukus. Much like other style-focused cars, the Soul has had many special editions.

Currently the Soul starts at $15,840 for the Soul Si and tops out at $20,240 for the Soul Si.

From launch the Soul was front-wheel drive and petrol only and shared a chassis with the Hyundai i20. An EV version of the Soul has been produced for other markets.

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8.0L/100km (combined)
Hatchback
6 Speed Automatic
Unleaded Petrol
Overview
Likes
Funky looks
Solid build quality
Australian tuned suspension
Dislikes
Lacking standard equipment
Tiny boot
Average fuel consumption

Kia Soul FAQs

Can I buy a 2024 Kia Soul in South Australia?

While Kia continues to make a model called the Soul, it’s not sold officially in Australia. Which means to get a 2024 model in this country, you’d be looking at a private (or`grey’) import. At which point, there’d be no factory warranty from Kia and you may have trouble finding service and replacement parts when you need them.

Kia Australia sold the Soul here from 2009 to 2020. It was a good concept, but never really seemed to resonate with Aussie buyers. It was practical and functional and probably deserved to do better. Unfortunately, it went head to head with trendier SUVs which were much more popular and, therefore, sold in bigger numbers.

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How to program a Kia Soul key fob?

You have to take your key fob to Kia or a qualified locksmith who can code it to your car for you. Coding keys requires tapping into your car's computer using specialist software so it isn't a job Harry Homejob can do with basic tools.

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Kia Soul Colours

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Bright Silver
Caribbean Blue
Clear White
Inferno Red
Mysterious Blue
Shadow Black
Titanium Grey
Wild Orange
To confirm current colour availability, please check the manufacturer's website. Shown above are the colours for the Kia Soul.

Kia Soul Pricing & Specs

The price range for the Kia Soul varies based on the trim level you choose. Starting at $15,840 and going to $20,240 for the latest year the model was manufactured. The model range is available in the following body types starting from the engine/transmission specs shown below.
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Kia Soul Interior

The Kia Soul certainly stands out from the crowd, and the same is true of its interior. As these images show, its funky dashboard is flanked by air vents that are combined with speakers. All of the brand's signature touches are there but presented in a unique way. Trim quality is okay for the price, although the leather in certain variants gives it a lift.

Shown above are interior details for the Kia Soul 2018.