Kia Soul Third generation (SK3) (2020 - 2022)

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Third generation (SK3) of Kia Soul has been in production since 2020 by 2022.
In addition to external changes, the model has undergone changes in technical terms. Third generation (SK3) is longer than the previous generation by 2.2 inches , is lower by 0.5 inches. The weight of the car has decreased by 82 lbs.
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2022 Kia Soul Engines list
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2021 Kia Soul Engines list
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2020 Kia Soul Engines list
Kia Soul Third generation (SK3) dimensions and specs
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Third generation (SK3) | |
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Body style | Hatchback, Crossover |
Engine options | G4KD, 2.0L I-4, 163 HP, 146 lb/ft |
G4FJ, 1.6L I-4, 201 HP, 195 lb/ft | |
G4GC, 2.0L I-4, 138 HP, 136 lb/ft | |
Transmission | 6-spd man w/OD, Intelligent Variable Transmission (IVT) 2-spd CVT w/OD, 7-spd auto-shift man w/OD |
Drive type | front-wheel |
Length | 165.20 in |
Width | 70.90 in |
Height | 63.00 in |
Wheelbase | 102.40 in |
Curb weight | 2802 - 3036 lbs |
Number of doors | 4 |
Seating capacity | 5 |
Cargo capacity | 24.2 cu.in |
Cargo capacity with seats hold down | 62.1 cu.in |
Front Headroom | 38 - 39 in |
Rear Headroom | 40.00 in |
Front shoulder room | 56.00 in |
Rear shoulder room | 55.00 in |
Fuel tank capacity | 14.30 gal |
MPG (City/Highway) | 25 - 29/31 - 35 |
Towing capacity | 1150 - 1200 lbs |
0-60 mph / 0-100 kph | 6.4 - 8.8 sec |
¼ mile time | 16.50 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 Third generation (SK3) production period from 2020 to 2022 drivers have reported 28 complaints. The most common problems are POWER TRAIN, ENGINE, STEERING.
Model Year | Complaints |
2020 Soul |
28
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Problem Category | Number of Problems |
POWER TRAIN at 11 200 miles the transmission abruptly malfunctioned in heavy highway traffic. rpm would shift wildly from idle to redline... |
14
~ 7501 miles |
ENGINE tl* the contact owned a 2020 kia soul. while driving at 70 mph the vehicle stalled as the engine warning... |
10
~ 4119 miles |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER i learned the car horn on my 2020 kia soul did not work while on a highway and close to... |
6
~ 3863 miles |
STEERING pulls to the right at highway speed - approx 45mph. severe alignment problem. dealer told me that they did have... |
3
~ 82 miles |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL vehicle rpm began fluctuating while on cruise control in rainy weather. switched to manual (sport mode) control and the problem... |
2
~ 6400 miles |
SERVICE BRAKES the idle stop - start system seems to be broken. whenever i pull up to a light and stop the... |
2
~ 170 miles |
VISIBILITY/WIPER 1-13-2020 driving when a little rock made a chip in my windshield and within seconds a crack about 8 inches... |
1
~ 4500 miles |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING i purchased a 2020 kia soul barely 3 weeks ago. first issue is the front lights. they are constantly foggy... |
1
~ 20 miles |
SEATS i purchased a 2020 kia soul barely 3 weeks ago. first issue is the front lights. they are constantly foggy... |
1
~ 20 miles |
STRAP/WEBBING > TETHER > CHILD SEAT the child safety seat latches are inaccessible as they are buried in tight upholstery. i can't always successfully latch the... |
1
~ 11500 miles |
BODY > STRUCTURE pulls to the right at highway speed - approx 45mph. severe alignment problem. dealer told me that they did have... |
1
~ 200 miles |
WHEELS pulls to the right at highway speed - approx 45mph. severe alignment problem. dealer told me that they did have... |
1
~ 200 miles |
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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Bumper Trunk Quick Release Front Rear Bu...
- Need to attach and detach your bumper quickly? Quick release fasteners are great for front bumpers, rear bumpers, and hatch lids that need to be frequently removed. They are perfect for people who go to...
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6Pcs M6 x16mm Bolt Square Nut Kit, Motor...
- Material and Size: This product is made of high quality stainless steel, corrosion resistant and durable, Thread: Thick 6mm; Screw Length: 16mm; Square Nut Size: 8 x 4mm (L x D).
- Ease of installation: M6...
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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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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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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...
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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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:...
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Car Reindeer Decoration, Reindeer Antler...
- [DURABLE DECORATION FOR CAR] Our reindeer car decoration is made of premium fabric, build-in high-quality PVC clip to ensure stability and durability that can still stay on the car even in a high speed driving....
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Fender Flare Rocker Moulding Clip Bumper...
- 20PCS Fender Flare Plastic Compatible with Chrysler: 6501559, 6506007-AA; Compatible with GM: 10184895, 20452072; Compatible with Ford: N803862-S
- 20PCS Rocker Moulding Clip Compatible with Chrysler: 68039280-AA; Compatible with Jeep Wrangler JK & Wrangler 2007 -2019
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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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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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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Enkei EDR9 Black (16x7) +45 (5x100/5x114...
- Enkei EDR9 16x7 5x100/114.3 45mm Offset 72.6 Bore Diameter Black Wheel Rim
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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...
Coilovers
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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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Motor Trend Premium FlexTough All-Protec...
- Flex Tough – Our Advanced Performance Rubber Polymers are Tested for Extreme Conditions to Ensure they Don't Crack, Split or Deform
- No-Slip Grip – Rubberized Nibs on the Bottom so the Mat Does not Move...
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Brake Light Flasher Strobe Brake Light S...
- What you can receive: there are 4 pieces of flash strobe controllers and 4 pieces of double sided adhesive tapes in the package, which can alert the vehicles behind you to stop to avoid rear-end...
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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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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...
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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