Kia Soul First generation (AM) (2010 - 2011)

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First generation (AM) of Kia Soul has been in production since 2010 by 2011.
Kia Soul First generation (AM) dimensions and specs
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Body style | Hatchback, Crossover |
Engine options | G4KD, 2.0L I-4, 163 HP, 146 lb/ft |
G4FC, 1.6L I-4, 122 HP, 115 lb/ft | |
G4GC, 2.0L I-4, 138 HP, 136 lb/ft | |
Length | 161.60 in |
Width | 70.30 in |
Height | 63.40 in |
Wheelbase | 100.40 in |
Curb weight | 2560 - 2820 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 |
Seating capacity | 5 |
Front hip room | 53.30 in |
Rear hip room | 52.70 in |
Front Headroom | 40.20 in |
Rear Headroom | 39.60 in |
Front shoulder room | 55.20 in |
Rear shoulder room | 55.10 in |
Fuel tank capacity | 12.70 gal |
MPG (City/Highway) | 24 - 26/30 - 31 |
Towing capacity | 1000 lbs |
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph | 8.1 - 9.3 sec |
¼ mile time | 16.4 - 16.9 sec |
Kia Soul Common Problems generations
Unfortunately, there is no such thing as a perfect car. Each car has its own design flaws and problems that the user has to deal with. During the Kia Soul First generation (AM) production period from 2010 to 2011 drivers have reported 235 complaints. The most common problems are AIR BAGS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, POWER TRAIN.
Model Year | Complaints |
2011 Soul |
120
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2010 Soul |
115
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Problem Category | Number of Problems |
AIR BAGS on the above date the referenced kia soul was making a left turn when a ford 350 pick up truck... |
33
~ 48338 miles |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2011 kia soul. the contact stated that while driving approximately 25 mph and attempting to... |
32
~ 55276 miles |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER since purchasing my kia soul on feb.28 2011 i have replaced the windshield twice! yes it was hit but small... |
21
~ 81332 miles |
POWER TRAIN tl* the contact owns a 2011 kia soul. the contact stated that while driving 75 mph with the cruise control... |
17
~ 52490 miles |
ENGINE tl* the contact owns a 2011 kia soul. the contact stated that the lifter in the engine caused a loud... |
16
~ 54710 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES when driving at any speed & need to suddenly stop the vehicle brakes lock up & do not stop the... |
15
~ 67846 miles |
BODY > STRUCTURE we purchased a molten 2011 kia soul. 3 months after owning the car we noticed multiple paint chips all over... |
15
~ 33278 miles |
STRUCTURE on the above date the referenced kia soul was making a left turn when a ford 350 pick up truck... |
14
~ 3373 miles |
VISIBILITY the first incident occurred while on my way to work last week rock hit the windshield and broke the windshield.... |
14
~ 8377 miles |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL driving the vehicle down the road in good weather conditions when the brakes initiated for no reason and no gas... |
14
~ 55429 miles |
STEERING when driving at any speed & need to suddenly stop the vehicle brakes lock up & do not stop the... |
13
~ 9428 miles |
SUSPENSION on july 2 2012 while driving at 50 mph the front passenger suspension system failed resulting in the front wheel... |
10
~ 48966 miles |
WHEELS tl* the contact owns a 2011 kia soul. the contact was driving 35 mph and heard a noise coming from... |
10
~ 25220 miles |
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL driving the vehicle down the road in good weather conditions when the brakes initiated for no reason and no gas... |
10
~ 19826 miles |
TIRES tl. the contact owns a 2011 kia soul with nexxen tires size 225/45 r18. the dot was not avthe contact... |
10
~ 16513 miles |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING tl* the contact owns a 2011 kia soul. the contact stated that the rear lights were not bright enough which... |
9
~ 51232 miles |
SEAT BELTS tl* the contact owns a 2011 kia soul. the contact stated that after impacting the rear end of another vehicle... |
8
~ 28936 miles |
VISIBILITY/WIPER safety issue - passenger front side glass blew out for no apparent reason while parked in driveway. this was a... |
8
~ 33115 miles |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING the whole front of the car was on fire and the wind shield exploded. everything melted down and car is... |
7
~ 8193 miles |
SIDEWALL > TIRES tl* the contact owns a 2011 kia soul equipped with hankook nexen p225/45/r13 tires dot 8ej7. the contact stated that... |
6
~ 13906 miles |
WINDSHIELD > VISIBILITY i have a crack in my windshield that is getting bigger- do not recall a rock hitting it... *tr... |
5
~ 12238 miles |
HORN > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM tl* the contact owns a 2011 kia soul. the contact stated that the vehicle horn was malfunctioning. the vehicle was... |
4
~ 28125 miles |
INTERIOR LIGHTING within a week of taking delivery on 7/24/09 the interior and most especially the door skins were already acquiring marks... |
4
~ 5300 miles |
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE traffic came to an abrupt stop and iv rear ended ov1 which pushed ov1 into ov2 which was pushed into... |
3
~ 19034 miles |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM the clutch and fly wheel wore out on the car at 22k miles. this is extremely early for a clutch... |
3
~ 26264 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC pulled into parking space car accelerated and brakes went to floor went over the parking curb on to walkway the |
3
~ 3000 miles |
FRONTAL > AIR BAGS we rear-ended a 2004 expedition in our 2010 kia soul at 20mph. my wife sustained a "traumatic brain injury" as... |
3
~ 15033 miles |
HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE > BODY > STRUCTURE my husband went out to our 2011 kia soul and opened the driver door and got something out of the... |
2
~ 23500 miles |
SEATS tl* the contact owns a 2011 kia soul. the contact stated both rear seats failed to latch properly in a... |
2
~ 13750 miles |
EQUIPMENT since purchasing my kia soul on feb.28 2011 i have replaced the windshield twice! yes it was hit but small... |
2
~ 30000 miles |
GLASS, SIDE/REAR > VISIBILITY parked in front of coffee shop about 3pm. windy but warm (not hot or cold weather). came out to find |
2
~ 34900 miles |
AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN on august 5 2009 my wife was driving the 2010 kia soul when it broke down. the engine got stuck... |
2
~ 5143 miles |
LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES within a week of taking delivery on 7/24/09 the interior and most especially the door skins were already acquiring marks... |
2
~ 50 miles |
TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM i am an owner of a 2010 kia soul purchased in july 2009. immediately noticed with the slightest moisture on... |
2
~ 250 miles |
ACCELERATOR PEDAL > VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL tl* the contact owns a 2011 kia soul. while driving 3 mph the accelerator pedal fractured. the police was contacted... |
1
~ 55000 miles |
HEADLIGHTS > EXTERIOR LIGHTING tl* the contact owns a 2011 kia soul. the contact stated that while driving at any speed the brake lights... |
1
~ 160000 miles |
REAR > SUSPENSION tl* the contact owns a 2011 kia soul. while driving various speeds a loud clucking noise was heard near the... |
1
~ 85000 miles |
PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS > TIRES tl* the contact owns a 2010 kia soul. the contact stated that while attempting to add air to the tire... |
1
~ 36000 miles |
WIRING > ELECTRICAL SYSTEM daughter was driving car on side street when she noticed smoke and then fire coming from passenger side speaker/light area.... |
1
~ 10500 miles |
DRIVELINE > POWER TRAIN violent shutter vibration felt like blown passenger side tire after 30 miles(drove off lot) pulled over to inspect tires everything... |
1
~ 1000 miles |
AIR CONDITIONER > APPLIANCE > EQUIPMENT tl* the contact owns a 2010 kia soul. while operating the air conditioning the front driver and passenger side windows... |
1
~ 2000 miles |
PARKING BRAKE i am the owner of a 2010 soul. the car rolled down a hill in 1st gear with the emergency... |
1
~ 21300 miles |
SIDE/WINDOW > AIR BAGS 09/09/2010 i was t-boned in a 2010 kia soul with 1822 miles on the odometer. the car that hit me... |
1
~ 1822 miles |
PEDALS AND LINKAGES > SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC tl* the contact temporarily rented a 2010 kia soul. the contact stated that the brake pedal was abnormally small and... |
1
~ 8000 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC 4-8-10 aaa tells me the rear brakes are not engaging when they changed a flat tire. i took car to... |
1
~ 1902 miles |
FILLER PIPE AND CAP > TANK ASSEMBLY > STORAGE tl*the contact owns a 2010 kia soul. the contact was driving approximately 25 mph. the transmission began to slip without... |
1
~ 800 miles |
FRAME AND MEMBERS > STRUCTURE factory installed windshield chips and cracks from the edge easily and often. i had the first window replaced at... |
1
~ 5000 miles |
MANUAL TRANSMISSION > POWER TRAIN within a week of taking delivery on 7/24/09 the interior and most especially the door skins were already acquiring marks... |
1
~ 100 miles |
DOOR > BODY > STRUCTURE all interior doors are nicked and scratched especially the front doors. the interior of my car looks like a ten... |
1
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How to improve the appearance of your Kia Soul and to make it look younger?
Time goes on, and the automobile industry does not stand still. The cars that were trendy just a few years ago no longer make people look at you with such enthusiasm. However, you won't love your car any less because it's getting old. But if you want your Kia Soul to stand out from the crowd and still catch the eye, transform its appearance. Put on nice rims - it'll make it more noticeable right away. Install coilovers - lowered cars always look cooler. Add fender flares to the kit and you get a sportier look. Put decals on it and people passing by won't be able to take their eyes off of you.
However, you can not only change the appearance of your car beyond recognition, but also to rejuvenate it. If you want, you can make your car a couple of generations younger. To do this you should buy a body kit - a set of body elements that repeat the outlines of cars of later versions. It won't make the car go faster, but it will be extremely difficult to notice the differences externally.
Body kits
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All-Fit Automotive 2.5 Inch Universal Bu...
- ✔️ Protect your bumper from scrapes; OEM grade lip is made in the USA and does not rip or tear
- ✔️ The strongest bumper lip you can buy; Heavy duty material offers excellent protection
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GOOACC 240PCS Bumper Retainer Clips Car ...
- UNIVERSAL FIT KIT - Great Assortment Push Retainer Kit with 12 popular size, fitting for door trim, radiator shield yoke, fender, bumper and splash shield retainers replacement for Ford, GM, Chrysler, Toyota, Honda and more.
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iJDMTOY 30W High Power 10-LED LEDayFlex ...
- All new Free-style flexible design
- 10 pieces super bright 3W each eagle eye LED lights (30W total)
- Each LED light is measured at 0.94" in diameter and 1.00" in length
- Free style mounting to bumper...
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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Mega Racer Universal JDM Racing Style Gl...
- ? UNIVERSAL FIT: Our Hood Scoop Is Ultra Light Weight And Designed To Be A Universal Fit With Every Car With A Flat Hood Type. Upgrade The Look Of Your Vehicle With No Cutting Or...
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iJDMTOY Left/Right Black Carbon Fiber PP...
- Universal fitment rear side skirt extension winglet diffuser panels (LH & RH)
- Measures at 17.75" (L) x 3.50" (W) x 3.00" (H); Made of black carbon fiber pattern PP plastic soft enough to prevent cracking...
Fender flares
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EZ Flares – The Original Universal Fle...
- ENHANCE & PROTECT YOUR RIDE – The universal fender EZ Flares are a fast, easy, and low-cost way to give your car an aggressive, off-road look! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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EZ Flares XL – The Original Universal ...
- MAXIMUM PROTECTION & TIRE COVERAGE – The universal EZ Flares XL are fast, easy way to give your truck an aggressive, off-road look and stay legal! Universal compatibility allows it to be installed on virtually...
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GOOACC Blind Rivet,Fender Flare & Rocker...
- 20 Pieces of Nylon Blind Rivets: Replaces GM: 10184895, 20452072 Ford: N803862-S, Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA
- 20 Pieces of Fender Flare & Rocker Moulding Clip:Replaces Chrysler: 68039280-AA Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler Unlimited JK 2007 -
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Mean Mug Auto 23181-6133A 50x Fender Fla...
- Precision-engineered to push firmly into a 10 mm hole and lock into place.
- Ready to fit snuggly into your vehicle with the 14 mm stem length and the 38 mm head diameter.
- Compatible with Chrysler:...
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50PCS Fender Flare Clips, Push Door Trim...
- [High quality material]: Fender Flare Clips are made of high quality Nylon material, which is wear-resistant and corrosion resistant. It is equipped with black foam for better sealing, smaller swing, and is not easy to...
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A-Premium 4 Pcs Black Universal Splash G...
- Upgraded Universal Mud Flaps Splash Guards; Drilling Holes Required
- Compatible Makes: Universal; For All Body Styles: Car, Pickup, SUV, Van, Truck, etc.
- Package Includes: 4 Pcs (1 Set) --- Front and Rear
- Color: Black; Material:...
Rims
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All-Fit Rim Trim Wheel Protection Strips...
- Car Wheel Rim Protection Strips Available In 7 Standout Colors ?
- 25 Feet of OEM Grade Wheel Rim Material That Won't Rip Or Tear
- Package Includes Enough Rim Trim Wheel Protection For Four 24 inch...
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Ouzorp Car Wheel Scratch Fix Rim Touch U...
- If you are parking sideways, your wheels are easily scratched, the kits help you repair scratches and slight dents.
- It has never been easier to repair your wheels quickly! No need to take your wheels...
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TOUREN TR60 Matte Black/Machined Ring Wh...
- Country Of Origin : China
- Package Weight : 26.0 Lbs
- Formed With A Fierce 14-Spoke Mesh Pattern That Lets Your Brake System Show Through
- Topped Off With A Matching Touren Center Cap
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Touren TR60 Matte Black/Machined Ring Wh...
- Matte Black/Machined Ring Finish
- 18x8 Size, 40 Offset
- Formed with a fierce 14-spoke mesh pattern that lets your brake system show through
- Topped off with a matching Touren center cap
- Made from aluminum for weight...
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VARGTR 4 Pcs Tire Valve Stem Caps,Lumino...
- [Material] The valve dust cap is made of high-quality and durable ABS plastic, which is dustproof and waterproof and can be used for a long time.
- [Fluorescent Design] The wheel tire valve absorbs light when...
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8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
Coilovers
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iJDMTOY Universal Fit Gun Metal Grey Fin...
- Universal fit for most cars (sedan/coupe/convertible)
- Come with (4) gunmetal grey color powder-coated anodized finish aluminum fasteners, (4) sets of stainless bolts/nuts/washers, (2) high strength fastener O-ring rubber bands
- Made with T6 6061 high quality...
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Xotic Tech 2pc Adjustable 6"-9" Front Bu...
- ?2 pieces of front bumper lip splitter rod strut tie bars, universal for cars use.
- ?Package includes fully articulated top and bottom joins which allow them to be installed at any angle.
- ?Made with premium...
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Xotic Tech Front Bumper Lip Chin Spoiler...
- 【Material】Made of updated durable and sturdy ABS, no deformation in long-term use, physically strong firm and durable, anti-collision and scratch-resistant
- 【Special Design】DIY installation, different cool style reveal no matter you install the White spoiler or...
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Yaruicar Custom Car Floor Mats Automotiv...
- Car Floor Mats fit for Honda, Toyota, Ford, Cadillac, Mercedes-Benz, BMW, Audi, Chevrolet, Volkswagen, Buick, Porsche, Acura, etc. Model,Click the customize button start your order
- All the colors are in stock. The processing will be...
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JUSTTOP Universal Cleaning Gel for Car, ...
- Safe and Eco-friendly: The car beauty keyboard cleaning gel is made of high quality biodegradable gel material, non-sticky and smells like a light lemon fragrance. It is non-irritating to the skin and is environmentally safe.Cleaning...
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ZGWANGMEI Custom Car Floor Mats for 99.9...
- 1.Customized Design - Computerized Cut system with 3D scan patterns can be measured to exact cabin contours of your vehicles with raised edges that give maximum coverage and protection to vehicle interior.
- 2.STRONG GRIP AND...
Decals
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8 Pcs Wheel Rim Decal Stripes Car Decals...
- Quality Materials: these rim decals are made of reflective PVC material, which is waterproof and windproof, can resist rain erosion and sunlight, not easy to fade, good adhesion, not easy to fall, and can be...
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3D Aluminum Alloy American US Flag Decal...
- Note: Please refer to picture 2 for size. The size of each shape is different. Please confirm the shape and size you need carefully before purchasing.Waterproof, light, no shrinkage, no fading, no rust.
- Quality: High...
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Arrow Reflective Stickers for Car, 24PCS...
- 【Safety Warning Stickers】: This car sticker is designed with a diamond-grade, high-brightness reflective prism structure, which can have a good reflective effect even in low light. It is not only a cool decorative item, but...
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7 inch Snow Mountain Tree Stickers for C...
- 【Works for A Long Time】: This forest snow mountain sticker is made of high quality PVC material, not only waterproof and anti-fading, but also not easy to fade very durable. We use a high level...
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SINGARO Funny Car Stickers Exterior Acce...
- Funny stickers: Decorate your beloved car with this funny car sticker.
- Sticker composition: The sticker consists of three parts, the first layer is a transparent transfer film, the second layer is a car sticker, and...
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24 x 6.6 Inches Giant Car Bumper Sticker...
- What Will You Get: this package contains 2 pieces 24 x 6.6 inches of large size car stickers for easy replacement and sharing, this will be the ideal present option, and if you have a...

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