How do I know what engine my Kia Soul has?
“You can identify your car’s engine type by the VIN found in the owner’s manual or under the hood. The eighth digit contains the information on the engine.”…
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What size engine does my Kia Soul have?
The production version includes a choice of 1.6L I4 rated at 120 hp (89 kW) with a 5-speed manual transmission or a 2.0L I4 rated at 120 hp (89 kW) with a 5-speed manual transmission.
What’s the horsepower of a 2012 Kia Soul?
The Soul’s mid-cycle refresh resulted in two new engines that bump up the horsepower: The 1.6-liter I-4 is rated at 138 hp (up 16 hp), while the 2.0-liter is bumped up 22 horses more for 164 hp. New six-speed manual and automatic transmissions also are new for 2012, and we found the extra gears in the six-speed auto made for a more congenial drive.
What are the competitors of the Kia Soul?
With more power and improved fuel efficiency from two new engines for 2012, the fresh-faced Kia Soul is gunning for its toughest competitors: the Scion xB and Nissan Cube.
What kind of audio system does Kia Soul have?
The Soul still offers speakers that display colors that pulse to the beat of the music, and + (plus) and ! (exclaim) models get an upgraded 350-watt, seven-speaker Infinity audio system. Buyers can also test out Sirius XM Satellite Radio at no extra cost for three months.
What’s the difference between a Kia Soul and a Scion xB?
And the 2012 Kia Soul has gotten even better, with new motivation under the hood and an updated exterior. With more power and improved fuel efficiency from two new engines for 2012, the fresh-faced Kia Soul is gunning for its toughest competitors: the Scion xB and Nissan Cube.
What kind of engine does the 2012 Kia Soul have?
Our time behind the wheel of the 2012 Kia Soul was spent with the Soul + trim level with the new 2.0-liter engine. While we would have preferred more city driving in order to get a rounded evaluation of the revised powertrain, the high-speed cruising gave us a taste of the passing power that the additional 22 horsepower can deliver.
Is the Kia Soul sport still in production?
While the Kia Soul is a formidable competitor for cars like the Scion xB and the Nissan Cube, it doesn’t hold onto its resale value as well as either. For 2012, the Kia Soul receives a minor facelift, new drivetrains and a host of new interior features. The Soul Sport trim level has been discontinued.
What to look for in a Kia Soul?
Check all the option boxes and your 2012 Kia Soul will include front fog lamps, a moonroof, a new 350-watt 7-speaker Infinity sound system, leather-covered steering wheel and shift knob, steering wheel-mounted audio and cruise controls and Bluetooth phone connectivity.
What’s the price of a 2011 Kia Soul?
The 2011 Scion xB starts around $16,500 and can be equipped into the low $20,000 range, while 2011 Nissan Cube sticker prices range from just over $15,000 to slightly beyond $20,000. Other Soul strengths include an attractive warranty (10-year/100,000-mile powertrain, 5-year/60,000-mile basic) and competitive resale value.