2017 Kia Soul
US · Wagon · Small Station Wagons
The 2017 Kia Soul is listed in the US market as a wagon. Every figure below carries the source it came from, and anything our sources do not publish is left out rather than estimated.
- Engine
- Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI)
- Transmission
- Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual, Single-speed
- Drivetrain
- FWD
- Fuel
- Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Electric
- Economy
- 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) combined
Key Figures
Engine
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI) | |
| Displacement | 1.6 L to 2.0 L | |
| Cylinders | 4 | |
| Aspiration | Turbocharged | |
| Fuel type | Varies by configuration: Gasoline, Electric | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Transmission and drivetrain
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Transmission | Varies by configuration: Automatic, Manual, Single-speed | |
| Gears | 1 to 7 | |
| Drivetrain | FWD | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Fuel economy and range
| Specification | Value | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Combined | 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
| City | 24 mpg (9.8 L/100 km) to 26 mpg (9.0 L/100 km) | |
| Highway | 30 mpg (7.8 L/100 km) to 31 mpg (7.6 L/100 km) | |
| Electric range | 93 mi (150 km) | EPA fueleconomy.gov |
Our sources do not publish these for this vehicle: Power, Torque, Battery capacity. We leave them out instead of estimating.
Trims and configurations
5 configurations listed by our sources. Engines, drivetrains and fuel economy can differ between them.
Recalls
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year. Last checked November 10, 2026.
22V031000: AIR BAGS
Kia Motors America (Kia) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Sedona, Soul, Soul EV, 2017-2018 Forte, and 2017 Forte Koup vehicles. The Air Bag Control Unit (ACU) cover may contact a memory chip on the printed circuit board and damage the electrical circuit. Circuit damage may result in deactivated air bags that will not deploy in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the ACU, and either update the software or replace the unit, as necessary. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 21, 2022. Owners may contact Kia customer service at…
Reported January 25, 2022. View on NHTSA
Data sources
- EPA fueleconomy.gov · retrieved November 5, 2026 · US Government public data
- NHTSA vPIC · retrieved October 13, 2026 · US Government public data
Source checked: November 5, 2026
Data verified: November 5, 2026
Specifications can vary by market, trim, configuration and production date. Confirm with the manufacturer before buying parts or making safety decisions. Report an error.
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Frequently asked questions
What engine does the 2017 Kia Soul have?
Varies by configuration: 1.6L 4-cylinder (SIDI), 1.6L 4-cylinder turbocharged (SIDI), 2.0L 4-cylinder (SIDI). Engines can differ by trim, so check the trim list below.
What is the fuel economy of the 2017 Kia Soul?
Combined fuel economy is 27 mpg (8.7 L/100 km) to 28 mpg (8.4 L/100 km), as published by the source shown in the specification table.
What is the electric range of the 2017 Kia Soul?
93 mi (150 km) of electric range, as listed by our sources.
Is the 2017 Kia Soul front-wheel, rear-wheel or all-wheel drive?
Drivetrain: FWD.
Are there recalls for the 2017 Kia Soul?
NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign for this model year (last checked November 10, 2026). Details are in the Recalls section.