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2010 Kia Soul 5dr Wagon Auto Sport Quick Specs

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1. 1. Quick Specs
2. 2. Dimensions
3. 3. Fuel Economy
4. 4. Performance Specs
5. 5. Safety Features
6. 6. Warranty
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1. By DUKE SNIDER #1, Posted: 8/3/2009

   I bought a KIA Soul on 7/27/09. I had it about a week. At 11:00pm on 8/02/09 with less than 500 miles on it it had to be towed to the dealership with an engine light and oil warning light. The motor knocked and it was apparent it was holding low oil pressure. A total internal failure and yes - the dipstick said it was full of oil. I've asked for a new vehicle and not a repair. I'm getting grief and expect this thing to be a series of problems now the vehicle engine is screwed as no dealership I've seen has the ability to put a motor back in and get it to factory specifications.
   It's junk that does not live up to the mileage claims as well. Look for something else.

2. By Melisa #2, Posted: 8/8/2009

   This is my first new car. The manager say's that I am the first one in the entire U.S. that have it when I bought it.. It's already five months old now and I'm still enjoying it. I am very happy with the Kia Southwest sevice and of course with kia's performance, very quiet, drives smooth and very comfortable to drive. The only bad thing with this is it don't comes with it's own floor mats. But everything else is great!
   

3. By LAdy gaga #3, Posted: 8/8/2009

   THis is my first brand new car (KIASOUL2010). I am very happy with it. It drives smooth and its very quiet. I am happy with Kia's customer service and off-course kias performance. the only bad thing with this is , it don't comes with its own floor mats. But everything else was great!
   

4. By Mark #4, Posted: 8/12/2009

   Bought my Kia Soul Aug 1st from Cowboy Kia of Conroe, two weeks (840 miles)go by and the check engine light comes on. The Dealership hours of operation for service are such that I would have to take a day off, looked for assistance from another dearler they recommended I tighten the gas cap and see if that solves the problem because they would charge a diagnostic fee if it was related to the gas cap. I have tighted the gas cap and will monitor the light. You think they (the dealers) would support the Kia Soul better since it is the first year out. Disappointed with dealers (2) started to have second thoughts about KIa!

5. By Mark #5, Posted: 8/27/2009

   8/27 1972 miles and the check engine light has come on again. The last time the dealer indicated it was a "P0457 - Evap. Emission System-Leak detected(tank cap loose/off)" the next time I bring it in with that code result he is going to charge me a diagnostic fee! Funny after all these years I have not yet learned how to tighten a gas cap.

6. By david #6, Posted: 9/1/2009

   Don't blame the car for the check engine light coming on. Blame your own stupidness. ANY car made within the last 15 years will illuminate the check engine light if the gas cap is not clicked at least 5 times. Typical car owner.....has no clue how to operate the vehicle they bought but are the first to condem the dealer or manufacturer of making a poor product or shitty service. READ YOUR OWNERS/OPERATORS MANUAL. THATS WHAT THE DAMN THING IS FOR!!!!!!!!!!!!

7. By Matt #7, Posted: 9/1/2009

   Having driven off in a 2009 SUV with the petrol cap open, I can assure you David you are 100% wrong with your engine light comment. Get ducks in a row before posting next time.

8. By whatever david #8, Posted: 9/3/2009

   I don't think the gas cap counts the number of clicks. David must own a dealership.
   I've read the manual and continue to have this problem - even after the "at least 5 clicks" that were suggested. Also, the last time this happened the check engine and tires lights came on a few days right after I had my 10k mile checkup at which time the tires were checked and rotated. Next time I'm getting them to completely replace the gas cap. We'll see if that works.very disappointed in the dealership.

9. By sucker #9, Posted: 9/30/2009

   I bought this Soul! 5 months ago and am attempting to trade now. I had an old 96 Suzuki X90 that I was given $3,500 for. Yeah, Wow! I was surprised too. So with the sticker price of over $21,500, I took the trade and bought it for around $19k. However, now it's 5 months later and nearly everywhere I've gone to trade this for something else, anything else... this thing is only bringing $11-13,000!!!!! The vehicle works and drives fine. I've just lost $7,000 in a few short months. NEVER BUY A NEW KIA!!!!

10. By joey #10, Posted: 10/6/2009

    I test drove this car before buying a mazda 3. I fully intended to buy the soul before comparison shopping because the cool factor is so high. However, the manual transmission shifts like a dump truck and the fit and finish in the passanger compartment is not up to japanese standards. The engine makes a shrill raspy noise at highway speeds. Make sure you thorughly test drive the soul and the civic, xc, sentra, and mazda 3 before buying.

11. By Tim #11, Posted: 10/8/2009

    Transmission failure at 9000 miles! We took it in at around 7500 miles with transmission issues. They said there was no problem. Month later the transmission goes out, and they won't cover under the warranty. Don't buy Kia!

12. By rainelle #12, Posted: 10/15/2009

    My dad and I just bought the KIA soul yesterday and so far we love it.....you get way more options for you money and not to mention it is very classy!!!!

13. By CuriousYello #13, Posted: 11/18/2009

    Post # 11 Tim - Why would a bad transmission not be covered under warranty??? A big part of the Kia appeal is the long term and wide coverage of their warranty. Hope you stop back to explain why such a major issue was not covered on a new vehicle.

14. By Staci #14, Posted: 11/25/2009

    Purchased my 8-8-09 and I love it. I receive lots of compliments as well. Lots of room, -- I could use a little more cargo, but I knew it was much smaller than my mini van when I traded it in. My loss. Could use a little more under the hood, but if you know how to boot scoot your vehicle, you know how to get what you need, when you need it.

15. By Tim #15, Posted: 12/1/2009

    They won't cover the warranty because the transmission fluid was low. They checked it at 7000 miles (supposedly) and said nothing was wrong and fluids were full. Between then and the second time I took it in, the fluid were low (supposedly).

16. By josie #16, Posted: 12/4/2009

    i bought a spectra 5kia from west chester kia .and with 11000 miles ,on it the trnasmission went,they replaced it ,no charge ,of course ,gave me a rental for three days ,and stood in back of the warranty ,with no trouble. i will buy another kia .with no problem josie

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• 8 Styling 4
• 7 Performance 3.5
• 8 Comfort and Quality 4
• 9 Safety 4.5
• 9 Features 4.5

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