2020 Kia Soul driving through desert from exterior front

How Powerful is the 2020 Kia Soul?

2020 Kia Soul Performance Features and Specs

The Kia Soul is an affordable subcompact crossover SUV that was first produced in 2008. The Soul has a striking design and might be one of the most distinctive Kia models due to its box-like frame. We’ve gone over the engine options as well as the cargo capacity of the 2020 Soul on our blog already, so let’s dive into the performance features of this unique subcompact crossover SUV.

2020 Kia Soul Engine Options and Performance Features

Red 2020 Kia Soul parked on road from exterior front drivers side

While the 2020 Kia Soul has a small body, it still packs a punch. There are six trim levels of the Kia Soul that include the LX, S, GT-Line, X-Line, EX and GT-Line Turbo. The base LX sports a 2.0L 16-Valve, 4-Cylinder engine that produces 147 horsepower. The most powerful trim is the Soul GT-Line, which features a 1.6-liter turbocharged engine that produces 201 horsepower and 195 lb.-ft. of torque.

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2020 Kia Soul Fuel Economy

As a subcompact crossover SUV, the Kia Soul offers a competitive fuel economy. The mileage on the Soul can change depending on its trim level and engine, so let’s go through the fuel economy on each Kia Soul trim level below.

Trim Level Fuel Economy (City / Highway / Combined)
LX 27 / 33 / 30 mpg
S 27 / 33 / 30 mpg
GT-Line 27 / 33 / 30 mpg
X-Line 27 / 33 / 30 mpg
EX 29 / 35 / 31 mpg
GT-Line Turbo 27 / 32 / 29 mpg

Test Drive the 2020 Kia Soul in St. Augustine, FL

The 2020 Kia Soul is loaded with modern technology, has a stylish and unique design and has surprisingly capably performance abilities. If you are near St. Augustine, FL and are interested in learning more about the 2020 Kia Soul, contact our sales team here at Family Kia of St. Augustine. If you’d like to experience the performance of the Kia Soul for yourself, schedule a test drive!