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2012 Kia Soul
The new Kia Soul is a small car offered in a 5D Hatchback body style. Available in Australia from $21,490 (MLRP, excl. on-roads) for the variant and topping out at $29,990 for the.
Engine options include 1.6L multi-point injection (95kW/157Nm), 2.0L multi-point injection (122kW/200Nm) and 1.6L turbo diesel common rail (94kW/260Nm). Available with 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic transmissions. All variants feature front-wheel drive.
The new 2012 Soul is offered with a 5 year, unlimited km warranty.
Retail Price
Transmission
6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Unleaded or Diesel
Body Types
Hatchback
Powertrain Type
Combustion
Retail Price
Transmission
6-speed auto or 6-speed manual
Driven Wheels
Front
Fuel Type
Unleaded or Diesel
Body Types
Hatchback
Powertrain Type
Combustion
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Kia Soul
Features & Specs
Powertrain & Performance
Engine specs, power, and efficiency
Handling & Mechanics
Drive Feel: Steering, Suspension, Ride Quality
Towing & Off-road Capacity
Strength, stability, and off-road performance
Exterior & Dimensions
Design, size, and presence on the road
Interior
Comfort, tech, and convenience inside
Technology
Infotainment, connectivity, and smart features
Safety & Security
Protection, prevention, and alerts
Cost of Ownership
Coverage, maintenance, and peace of mind
Available Variants
The Kia Soul comes in a variety of variants with the cheapest being Base and the most expensive being +.
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Dimensions
| Specification | Measurement |
|---|---|
| Overall Length | 4,120 mm |
| Overall Width | 1,785 mm |
| Overall Height | 1,610 mm |
| Wheelbase | 2,550 mm |
| Turning Circle | 10,500 mm |
| Load Capacity | 415 mm |
Dimensions in this table show the minimum and maximum values of all variants for this vehicle.
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2012 Kia Soul
Frequently Asked Questions
The cheapest Kia Soul is the undefined that starts from $21,490.
See all Kia Soul PricingThe most expensive Kia Soul is the undefined that starts from $29,990.
See all Kia Soul PricingThe best towing capacity of a Kia Soul is offered by the undefined which can tow 1300 kg
See all Kia Soul towing capacityThe largest Kia Soul is the undefined which measures 1785mm wide, 4120mm in length and sits 1661mm tall.
The most powerful Kia Soul is the undefined which has 122kW of power and 200nm of torque from its 2.0L Multi-Point Injection engine.
The Kia Soul is built in Korea and shipped to Australia.
The heaviest Kia Soul is the undefined which weighs 1840 kg (kerb weight).
The Kia Soul may use different fuel/energy types based on the variant which includes Unleaded or Diesel.
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