2012 Kia Soul
2012 Kia Soul Rebates and Incentives
Prices and Incentives
Dealer Price:
$13,900 - $19,600
Original MSRP:
$13,600 - $18,700
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NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS
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| Overall Safety Rating | N/A |
2012 Kia Soul Review
The 2012 Kia Soul is a 4-door, 5-passenger new wagon that
has been carried over from 2011. The 2012 Kia Soul is available in four different models starting at the Base and extending to the Sport.
The 2012 Kia Soul Base has a standard 1.6-liter, I4, 122hp engine and a 5-speed manual transmission while the 2012 Kia Soul Sport has
a 2.0 liter, I4, 142hp engine and a 4-speed automatic transmission. The 2012 Kia Soul carries a 60,000/60 basic warranty and is a new
car over 30 MPG that averages over 20
MPG city and 35 mpg highway.
The 2012 Soul Sport comes with all of the following as standard: full power accessories, child safety door locks, ABS brakes, traction/stability control, front power outlet, engine start/stop button, CD player, Bluetooth® wireless access, USB port, MP3 player, automatic headlights with auto off, halogen headlights, fog lights, front air dam, rear spoiler, air conditioning, cruise control, outside temperature gauge, steering wheel mounted controls, tire pressure monitor, trip computer, delayed courtesy lighting, leather steering wheel, keyless entry, remote fuel door, cloth seating, front bucket seats, second row floor mats, tilt steering column, seatback storage, armrest storage, cup holders, alloy wheels, tire detail, privacy glass, power/folding and heated exterior mirrors, rear wiper and a rear defroster. *Not all of the above features may come as standard on the 2012 Kia Soul models.
Some optional upgrades for the 2012 Kia Models include a power sunroof, a cargo area cover, a Premium Package a remote ignition and wheel locks.
The 2012 Kia Soul is a new car under $15,000 with an affordable starting price of $13,900.
The 2012 Soul Sport comes with all of the following as standard: full power accessories, child safety door locks, ABS brakes, traction/stability control, front power outlet, engine start/stop button, CD player, Bluetooth® wireless access, USB port, MP3 player, automatic headlights with auto off, halogen headlights, fog lights, front air dam, rear spoiler, air conditioning, cruise control, outside temperature gauge, steering wheel mounted controls, tire pressure monitor, trip computer, delayed courtesy lighting, leather steering wheel, keyless entry, remote fuel door, cloth seating, front bucket seats, second row floor mats, tilt steering column, seatback storage, armrest storage, cup holders, alloy wheels, tire detail, privacy glass, power/folding and heated exterior mirrors, rear wiper and a rear defroster. *Not all of the above features may come as standard on the 2012 Kia Soul models.
Some optional upgrades for the 2012 Kia Models include a power sunroof, a cargo area cover, a Premium Package a remote ignition and wheel locks.
The 2012 Kia Soul is a new car under $15,000 with an affordable starting price of $13,900.
Warranty Information
| Basic: | 5 Years/60,000 Miles |
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Recalls Issued
| US NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID | 23V652000 |
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| Mfg's Report Date | September 25, 2023 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
| Number of Units Affected | 1,730,192 |
| Summary | Kia America, Inc. (Kia) is recalling certain 2010-2019 Borrego, 2014-2016 Cadenza, 2010-2013 Forte, Forte Koup, Sportage, 2015-2018 K900, 2011-2015 Optima, 2011-2013 Optima Hybrid, Soul, 2012-2017 Rio, 2011-2014 Sorento, and 2010-2011 Rondo vehicles. The Hydraulic Electronic Control Unit (HECU) may experience an electrical short, which can result in an engine compartment fire while parked or driving. |
| Consequence | An engine compartment fire while parked or driving can increase the risk of injury. |
| Remedy | Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the HECU fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 14, 2023. Owners may contact Kia customer service at 1-800-333-4542. Kia's number for this recall is SC284. |
| Notes | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov. |
2012 Kia Soul Models & Prices
2012 Kia Soul Base
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 5dr Wgn Man Base | $13,900 | $13,600 | $222 / Month* | |
| 5dr Wgn Auto Base | $15,700 | $15,100 | $246 / Month* | |
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2012 Kia Soul +
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 5dr Wgn Man + | $16,300 | $15,650 | $255 / Month* | |
| 5dr Wgn Auto + | $17,300 | $16,600 | $271 / Month* | |
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2012 Kia Soul !
| Dealer Price | Dealer Invoice Pricing | Estimated Payments | ||
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| 5dr Wgn Auto ! | $19,600 | $18,700 | $305 / Month* | |
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2012 Kia Soul Features and Standard Equipment
EXTERIOR Features
| Base | + | ! | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 15" x 6" steel wheels w/full covers | • | ||
| 16" x 6.5" alloy wheels | • | ||
| 18" x 7.5" alloy wheels | • | ||
| 195/65R15 tires | • | ||
| 205/55R16 tires | • | ||
| 235/45R18 tires | • | ||
| Body-colored bumpers & tusks | • | ||
| Body-colored bumpers w/black tusks | • | • | |
| Body-colored door handles | • | • | • |
| Body-colored heated pwr mirrors w/integrated turn signals | • | • | |
| Body-colored mirrors | • | ||
| Chrome-accented front grille | • | • | • |
| Clear-lens multi-reflector headlamps | • | • | |
| Fender-mounted side turn signals | • | ||
| Front fog lamps | • | ||
| LED positioning lights | • | ||
| LED rear high center stop lamp | • | • | • |
| Projection headlamps w/auto-on/off | • | ||
| Pwr tilt/slide sunroof | • | ||
| Rear LED combination lamps | • | ||
| Rear privacy glass | • | • | • |
| Rear windshield wiper w/washer | • | • | • |
| Variable intermittent windshield wipers w/washers | • | • | • |
| Waistline molding w/fender garnish -inc: rear body-colored garnish | • | • | • |
INTERIOR Features
| Base | + | ! | |
|---|---|---|---|
| (3) 12V pwr outlets -inc: (2) front, (1) rear | • | • | |
| 12V front pwr outlet | • | ||
| 60/40 split-folding rear seat -inc: adjustable head restraints for all positions | • | • | • |
| Auto-dimming rearview mirror | • | ||
| Carpeted floor mats | • | ||
| Cloth door panel trim | • | • | • |
| Cloth seat trim | • | • | • |
| Cruise control | • | • | • |
| Dual front cup holders | • | • | • |
| Dual rear door map pockets | • | • | • |
| Dual sunvisors | • | ||
| Dual sunvisors w/illuminated covered vanity mirrors & extensions | • | • | |
| Front bucket seats -inc: active adjustable headrests, 4-way driver seat adjustment, driver height adjustment, "Soul" fabric pattern | • | ||
| Front bucket seats -inc: active adjustable headrests, 4-way driver seat adjustment, driver height adjustment, embossed knit fabric pattern | • | ||
| Front bucket seats -inc: active adjustable headrests, 4-way driver seat adjustment, driver height adjustment, hound's tooth fabric pattern | • | ||
| Front bucket seats -inc: active adjustable headrests, 4-way driver seat adjustment, embossed knit fabric pattern | • | ||
| Front seatback pockets | • | • | • |
| Illuminated glove box | • | • | • |
| Instrument panel storage bin | • | ||
| Instrument panel storage bin w/lid | • | • | |
| Instrumentation -inc: tachometer, outside temp display | • | • | • |
| Leather-wrapped shift knob | • | • | |
| Leather-wrapped tilt/telescopic steering wheel w/cruise & audio controls -inc: illuminated ignition ring | • | • | |
| Lighting -inc: cargo lamp, front & center dome lamps, delay-out | • | • | • |
| Locking fuel door w/remote cable release | • | • | • |
| Luggage net hook | • | • | • |
| Manual air conditioning | • | • | • |
| Metal-finish trim w/chrome accents | • | • | |
| Pwr door locks -inc: driver 2-turn unlock, central locking, impact-sensing auto-unlock | • | • | • |
| Pwr windows -inc: driver 1-touch auto-down | • | • | • |
| Rear window defroster | • | • | • |
| Remote keyless entry -inc: folding key w/panic button | • | • | • |
| Sand/black interior accents | • | ||
| Tilt/telescopic steering wheel | • | ||
| Tilt/telescopic steering wheel w/cruise & audio controls -inc: illuminated ignition ring | • | ||
| Trip computer | • | • | • |
| Under-floor luggage tray | • | • |
MECHANICAL Features
| Base | + | ! | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1.6L DOHC GDI dual-CVVT 16-valve I4 engine -inc: variable intake system (VIS), aluminum block & head | • | ||
| 2.0L DOHC MPI dual-CVVT 16-valve I4 engine -inc: variable intake system (VIS), aluminum block & head | • | • | |
| 6-speed automatic transmission -inc: active eco system | • | • | • |
| 6-speed manual transmission | • | • | |
| Battery saver | • | • | • |
| Electric motor-driven pwr steering | • | • | • |
| Front vented/rear solid pwr disc brakes | • | • | • |
| Front wheel drive | • | • | • |
| Hood insulation | • | • | • |
| McPherson strut front suspension -inc: coil springs, gas shock absorbers, stabilizer bar | • | • | • |
| Tire mobility kit | • | • | • |
| Torsion beam axle rear suspension -inc: monotube shock absorbers | • | • | • |
SAFETY Features
| Base | + | ! | |
|---|---|---|---|
| 3-point seat belts -inc: emergency locking retractors, front height-adjustable anchors, front electric pretensioners, front belt reminder, front buckle sensor airbag switch, front anchor pretensioners | • | • | • |
| 4-channel anti-lock brakes (ABS) -inc: electronic brake-force distribution (EBD) | • | • | • |
| Backup camera | • | ||
| Dual front advanced airbags | • | • | • |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) w/vehicle stability management (VSM) | • | • | • |
| Front seat-mounted side airbags | • | • | • |
| Front/rear crumple zones | • | • | • |
| Front/rear side curtain airbags | • | • | • |
| Hill-start assist control (HAC) | • | • | • |
| Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH) | • | • | • |
| Rear child safety door locks | • | • | • |
| Side-impact door beams | • | • | • |
| Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) | • | • | • |
ENTERTAINMENT Features
| Base | + | ! | |
|---|---|---|---|
| AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player -inc: USB port, auxiliary input jack, (4) speakers | • | ||
| AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player -inc: USB port, auxiliary input jack, (4) speakers w/tweeters | • | ||
| AM/FM stereo w/CD/MP3 player -inc: USB port, auxiliary input jack, VCD readability, UVO infotainment system w/HD Radio, Infinity premium audio system, speaker mood lamp, (4) speakers w/center channel & tweeters, subwoofer, external amplifier | • | ||
| Audio remote control system | • | • | • |
| Bluetooth hands-free link -inc: steering wheel controls | • | • | • |
| Roof antenna | • | • | • |
| SiriusXM satellite radio | • | • | • |
2012 Kia Soul Options and Addition Equipment
ADDITIONAL EQUIPMENT Options
| Base | + | ! | |
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| 16" ALLOY WHEELS -inc: P205/55R16 tires | • | ||
| 16" ALLOY WHEELS -inc: P205/55R16 tires (N/A w/E16 Base ECO Pkg) | • | ||
| AUDIO PKG -inc: UVO infotainment system w/HD radio, backup camera, Infinity premium audio system, center channel speaker, subwoofer, speaker mood lamp, external amplifier, auto-on/off headlamp function (N/A w/E20 Plus ECO Pkg) | • | ||
| BASE ECO PKG -inc: idle stop & go system, 56 amp-hr AGM-type battery, 16" alloy wheels, P205/55R16 low rolling resistance tires, instrument panel storage bin cover, pwr mirrors, under-floor luggage tray, dual illuminated sunvisor vanity mirrors w/extensions | • | ||
| PLUS ECO PKG -inc: idle stop & go system, 56 amp-hr AGM-type battery, low rolling resistance tires | • | ||
| PREMIUM PKG -inc: navigation system w/SiriusXM Traffic, push-button start w/smart key, leather seat trim, heated front seats, auto climate control *Deletes UVO Infotainment System w/HD Radio* | • | ||
| PWR TILT/SLIDE SUNROOF W/FRONT FOG LAMPS (REQ: AU Audio Pkg) (N/A w/E20 Plus ECO Pkg) | • | ||
| RED ROCK SPECIAL EDITION PKG (N/A w/PRP Premium Pkg) | • |
NOTE Options
| Base | + | ! | |
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| **NO FACTORY INSTALLED OPTIONAL EQUIPMENT AVAILABLE FROM KIA, CONTACT LOCAL DEALER FOR ADDITIONAL OPTION INFORMATION** | • |
PAINT Options
| Base | + | ! | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ALIEN PEARL METALLIC | • | • | • |
| BRIGHT SILVER METALLIC | • | • | • |
| CLEAR WHITE | • | • | |
| DUNE | • | • | |
| MOLTEN | • | • | |
| MOSS METALLIC | • | • | |
| SHADOW PEARL METALLIC | • | • | • |
| TITANIUM PEARL METALLIC | • | • |
PAINT SCHEME Options
| Base | + | ! | |
|---|---|---|---|
| STANDARD PAINT | • | • | • |
PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS Options
| Base | + | ! | |
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| ** VARIOUS ADDITIONAL PORT INSTALLED OPTIONS MAY BE AVAILABLE IN YOUR AREA-SEE YOUR AREA DEALER FOR A COMPLETE LIST ** | • | • | • |
| CARGO COVER (PIO) | • | • | • |
| CARGO LINER (PIO) | • | • | |
| CARGO LINER (REQ: E16 Base ECO Pkg) (PIO) | • | ||
| CARGO NET (PIO) | • | • | • |
| CARGO TRAY (PIO) | • | • | |
| CARGO TRAY (REQ: E16 Base ECO Pkg) (PIO) | • | ||
| CARPETED FLOOR MATS (PIO) | • | • | |
| ELECTROCHROMIC REARVIEW MIRROR W/COMPASS & HOMELINK (PIO) | • | • | • |
| ELECTROCHROMIC REARVIEW MIRROR W/COMPASS (PIO) | • | • | • |
| ILLUMINATED SCUFF PLATES (PIO) | • | • | • |
| INTERIOR LIGHTING KIT (PIO) | • | • | • |
| REAR BUMPER APPLIQUE (PIO) | • | • | • |
| REAR SPOILER (PIO) | • | • | • |
| WHEEL LOCKS (PIO) | • | • | |
| WHEEL LOCKS (REQ: AWL 16" Alloy Wheels or E16 Base ECO Pkg) (PIO) | • | ||
| WHEEL LOCKS (REQ: AWL 16" Alloy Wheels) (PIO) | • |
SEAT TRIM Options
| Base | + | ! | |
|---|---|---|---|
| BLACK SEAT TRIM | • | • | |
| SAND/BLACK SEAT TRIM | • |
2012 Kia Soul Technical Specifications
Brakes
| Base | + | ! | |
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| Brake ABS System | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel | 4-Wheel |
| Disc - Front (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Disc - Rear (Yes or ) | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Front Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 11.0 x 1.0 | 11.0 x 1.0 | 11.0 x 1.0 |
| Rear Brake Rotor Diam x Thickness (in) | 10.3 x 0.4 | 10.3 x 0.4 | 10.3 x 0.4 |
Cargo Area Dimensions
| Base | + | ! | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cargo Box Width @ Wheelhousings (in) | - TBD - | - TBD - | - TBD - |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 1 (ft) | 53.4 | 53.4 | 53.4 |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 2 (ft) | 19.3 | 19.3 | 19.3 |
| Cargo Volume to Seat 3 (ft) |
Engine
| Base | + | ! | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Displacement | 1.6L/97 | 2.0L/121 | 2.0L/121 |
| Engine Type | Gas I4 | Gas I4 | Gas I4 |
| SAE Net Horsepower @ RPM | 138 @ 6300 | 164 @ 6500 | 164 @ 6500 |
| SAE Net Torque @ RPM | 123 @ 4850 | 148 @ 4800 | 148 @ 4800 |
Exterior Dimensions
| Base | + | ! | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height, Overall (in) | 63.4 | 63.4 | 63.4 |
| Length, Overall (in) | 161.6 | 161.6 | 161.6 |
| Min Ground Clearance (in) | 6.5 | 6.5 | 6.5 |
| Wheelbase (in) | 100.4 | 100.4 | 100.4 |
| Width, Max w/o mirrors (in) | 70.3 | 70.3 | 70.3 |
Fuel Tank
| Base | + | ! | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Fuel Tank Capacity, Approx (gal) | 12.7 | 12.7 | 12.7 |
Steering
| Base | + | ! | |
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| Lock to Lock Turns (Steering) | 2.8 | 2.8 | 2.8 |
| Steering Type | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion | Pwr Rack & Pinion |
| Turning Diameter - Curb to Curb (ft) | 34.6 | 34.6 | 34.6 |
Suspension
| Base | + | ! | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Suspension Type - Front | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut | MacPherson Strut |
| Suspension Type - Rear | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam | Torsion Beam |
| Suspension Type - Rear (Cont.) | w/Coil Springs | w/Coil Springs | w/Coil Springs |
Tires
| Base | + | ! | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Tire Size | P195/65R15 | P205/55R16 | P235/45R18 |
| Rear Tire Size | P195/65R15 | P205/55R16 | P235/45R18 |
Transmission
| Base | + | ! | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Drivetrain | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive | Front Wheel Drive |
| Trans Description Cont. | Automatic | Manual | Automatic |
| Trans Type | 6 | 6 | 6 |
Vehicle
| Base | + | ! | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Front Head Room (in) | 40.2 | 40.2 | 40.2 |
| Front Leg Room (in) | 42.1 | 42.1 | 42.1 |
| Front Shoulder Room (in) | 55.2 | 55.2 | 55.2 |
| Passenger Capacity | 5 | 5 | 5 |
| Passenger Volume (ft) | 102.3 | 102.3 | 102.3 |
| Second Head Room (in) | 39.6 | 39.6 | 39.6 |
| Second Leg Room (in) | 39.0 | 39.0 | 39.0 |
| Second Shoulder Room (in) | 55.1 | 55.1 | 55.1 |
Weight Information
| Base | + | ! | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Base Curb Weight (lbs) | 2820 | 2800 | 2820 |
2012 Kia Soul Safety Features
Safety Features
| 4-channel anti-lock brakes (ABS) -inc: electronic brake-force distribution (EBD) |
| Electronic stability control (ESC) w/vehicle stability management (VSM) |
| Hill-start assist control (HAC) |
| Side-impact door beams |
| Front/rear crumple zones |
| Dual front advanced airbags |
| Front seat-mounted side airbags |
| Front/rear side curtain airbags |
| 3-point seat belts -inc: emergency locking retractors, front height-adjustable anchors, front electric pretensioners, front belt reminder, front buckle sensor airbag switch, front anchor pretensioners |
| Rear child safety door locks |
| Lower anchors & tethers for children (LATCH) |
| Tire pressure monitoring system (TPMS) |
| Backup camera |
News Reports & Reviews
| NHTSA CRASH TEST RESULTS | N/A |
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