2013 Kia Soul Owners Manual Pdf
2013 Kia Soul Owners Manual Pdf
Soul offers two engine options. The basic model employs a 1.6-liter GDI four-cylinder that produces 138 horsepower and 123 lb-ft of torque. While figures fuel economy of 27 mpg city and 35 mpg highway is very good, we found the engine lacking in power through, especially with four people in it.
We prefer the 2.0-liter 4-cylinder engine in the Plus and cried model increases the power to 164 hp and torque to 148 lb-ft. Fuel economy for the larger engine is rated at 26/34 mpg, almost identical to the less powerful 1.6-liter. Both engines can be mated to a 6-speed manual or 6-speed automatic; The second option produces identical city / highway fuel economy.
The latest edition of Life line is ECO package that features Kia's ISG (Stop-Go Ignition). ISG system to turn off the engine when the vehicle is not in motion, such as at a red light or in stop-and-go traffic. Combined with the low tire-rolling-resistance, the ISG-equipped engine improves fuel economy on the 1.6-liter to 29/36 mpg, while the 2.0-liter is moving up to 27/35 mpg.
Just because the car seemed excited outside does not mean it will perform to that standard. That's the case with the Kia Soul. Even with a large 2.0-liter engine, acceleration and passing power is simple, by making a lot of noise because the engine struggles to get up to speed. The 6-speed manual feels rubbery and vague, leaving us to recommend the all-new 6-speed automatic.